Mandarin Academy of Metuchen
METUCHEN, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address20a & 24 Jersey Avenue, Metuchen, NJ, 08840
CountyMiddlesex
Phone732-372-7188
Operating details
Capacity65
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High13
- Medium1
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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20a & 24 Jersey Avenue, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, METUCHEN, NJ 08840
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/2/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk2/2/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.
Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.
Corrected 4/17/2026 - High risk2/2/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Regulation: The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.
Corrected 3/6/2026 - Medium-High risk2/2/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tiles in the bathrooms.
Replace stained ceiling tiles in the bathrooms. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 3/6/2026 - Medium-High risk2/2/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center at least once a month.
Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center at least once a month. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.
Corrected 3/6/2026 - Medium-High risk2/2/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(4) — Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually.
Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: all fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected once a month, and serviced and tagged at least once a year and recharged, if necessary, as specified in the NJUFC.
Corrected 3/6/2026
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$949/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in New Jersey run about $1,247/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in New Jersey by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: METUCHEN, Middlesex County
- Capacity: 65
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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