Lawrence Day School

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

1.6based on state inspection data
Capacity120
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address510 Lawrence Square Blvd. Sout, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648

CityLAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648

CountyMercer

Phone609-588-5700

Websitehttps://www.lawrencedayschool.com

Operating details

Capacity120

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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510 Lawrence Square Blvd. Sout, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648, LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/30/2026

  • High8
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/30/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Cease use of the inflatable slide which does not meet the required code.

    Cease use of the inflatable slide which does not meet the required code. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Not corrected
  2. High risk6/30/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(k)(5) — Cease the use of wading pools.

    Cease the use of wading pools. Regulation: Swimming pool requirements are as follows: wading pools that are 24 inches or less, are filled as needed, are portable, and do not have a filtration system are prohibited.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) — Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

    Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  4. Medium-High risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tile in the bathroom in room 2.

    Replace stained ceiling tile in the bathroom in room 2. 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 3/13/2026
  5. Medium-High risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair/replace the pipe insulation which is deteriorating in the bathrooms in room 1.

    Repair/replace the pipe insulation which is deteriorating in the bathrooms in room 1. 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 3/13/2026
  6. Medium-High risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the bathroom ceiling vent and ceiling tiles are secured and not falling down in room 5.

    Ensure the bathroom ceiling vent and ceiling tiles are secured and not falling down in room 5. 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 3/13/2026
  7. Medium-High risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean the bathroom ceiling vent in room 5.

    Clean the bathroom ceiling vent in room 5. 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 3/13/2026
  8. High risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable; the double doors leading to the playground near room 5.

    Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable; the double doors leading to the playground near room 5. Regulation: Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  9. Medium risk2/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(3) — Label room 1.

    Label room 1. Regulation: The center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room.

    Corrected 3/13/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair leaking pipe on the toilet in Room 1.

    Repair leaking pipe on the toilet in Room 1. 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 2/10/2026
  2. Medium-High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair or replace missing ceiling tile outside of Room 5.

    Repair or replace missing ceiling tile outside of Room 5. 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 2/10/2026
  3. Medium-High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair or replace stained ceiling tile in Room 5.

    Repair or replace stained ceiling tile in Room 5. 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 2/10/2026
  4. High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. Missing for 1 staff.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. Missing for 1 staff. Regulation: Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 2/10/2026
  5. Medium-High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in Room 5.

    Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in Room 5. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

    Corrected 2/10/2026
  6. High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. Missing for 1 child. 2/10/26 Room 2. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  7. High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that required medication listed on the special care plan to accompany the Epi-pen is available onsite. Missing for 1 child. 2/10/26 Room 2.

    Ensure that required medication listed on the special care plan to accompany the Epi-pen is available onsite. Missing for 1 child. 2/10/26 Room 2. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  8. Medium-Low risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(e)(3) — Post the center's discipline policy.

    Post the center's discipline policy. Regulation: The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall: 3. Be posted in a prominent location within the center.

    Corrected 2/10/2026
  9. Medium risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the center. 2/10/26 Room 7 measured 117 degrees & room 3 measured 128 degrees.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the center. 2/10/26 Room 7 measured 117 degrees & room 3 measured 128 degrees. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  10. High risk12/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Regulation: (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

    Corrected 2/10/2026

2024

  1. Medium-High risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) — Ensure that a Universal Health Record is updated annually for 1 child.

    Ensure that a Universal Health Record is updated annually for 1 child. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e)

    Corrected 11/22/2024
  2. Medium risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) — Cease the use of tablet viewing for children under the age of two.

    Cease the use of tablet viewing for children under the age of two. Regulation: The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two.

    Corrected 11/22/2024
  3. Medium-High risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and paint wall small wall in room 7.

    Repair and paint wall small wall in room 7. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: excessive peeling or chipped paint; or heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 11/22/2024
  4. High risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(1) — Replace diaper changing mat in room 6.

    Replace diaper changing mat in room 6. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, diapering shall not take place in an area or on a surface used for food preparation, service, or eating.

    Corrected 11/22/2024
  5. High risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(1) — Replace diaper changing mat in room 7.

    Replace diaper changing mat in room 7. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, diapering shall not take place in an area or on a surface used for food preparation, service, or eating.

    Corrected 11/22/2024
  6. Medium-Low risk10/1/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) — Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

    Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

    Corrected 11/22/2024

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About this daycare

  • Location: LAWRENCEVILLE, Mercer County
  • Capacity: 120
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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