RA-Iselin LLC DBA Lightbridge Academy-Iselin

2026

1. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Playground is currently under construction; replacing surfacing and climbers. Center to provide an MOU to OOL regarding cease the use of the playground until construction complete and approved by OOL. Center will use walking f

   Playground is currently under construction; replacing surfacing and climbers. Center to provide an MOU to OOL regarding cease the use of the playground until construction complete and approved by OOL. Center will use walking field trip permission slips until safe to resume use of the playground. Center will provide surfacing and climber documentation to OOL to ensure that it meets ASTM standards. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

   Corrected 6/24/2026
2. High risk5/15/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, retrain all staff on ensuring that diapers are changed as needed.

   Based on information, retrain all staff on ensuring that diapers are changed as needed. 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 6/24/2026
3. Medium-High risk5/15/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — Based on information, ensure that the children's diapers are changed as needed. A named child's diaper wasn't being changed every 2 hours or as needed and the named child was observed with a filled diaper. Note, violation

   Based on information, ensure that the children's diapers are changed as needed. A named child's diaper wasn't being changed every 2 hours or as needed and the named child was observed with a filled diaper. Note, violation is being abated as diapers were all being changed according to policy and as needed. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.

   Corrected 5/15/2026
4. High risk4/21/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on complaint, ensure that plans put in place to manage special needs of a classroom as followed through. In room 2, due to the special behavior/needs of the children enrolled, additional staff may be required to adequately s

   Based on complaint, ensure that plans put in place to manage special needs of a classroom as followed through. In room 2, due to the special behavior/needs of the children enrolled, additional staff may be required to adequately supervise and ensure the safety of the children present. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

   Corrected 5/15/2026
5. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(7) — Take necessary action to free the center of mice infestation and provide documentation.

   Take necessary action to free the center of mice infestation and provide documentation. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services.

   Corrected 4/21/2026
6. High risk3/31/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(4) — Ensure staff without a cleared CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time, wherein one named staff whose CARI is still pending, was observed alone with a group of children.

   Ensure staff without a cleared CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time, wherein one named staff whose CARI is still pending, was observed alone with a group of children. Regulation: When a person who is not required to complete a CARI background check is working with children at the center, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

   Corrected 4/21/2026
7. Medium-High risk3/16/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — Recite: Based on complaint, ensure that children's diapers are changed as required and according to a child's individual needs care plan, wherein a named child who requires hourly diaper changes/checks, was late in gettin

   Recite: Based on complaint, ensure that children's diapers are changed as required and according to a child's individual needs care plan, wherein a named child who requires hourly diaper changes/checks, was late in getting a diaper changed after waking up from naptime. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.

   Corrected 3/31/2026
8. High risk3/16/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Based on complaint, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times, including naptime ratios in the 12-18 month classroom where the classroom must go into non-naptime ratio once one child is awake. On 3/6/26,

   Based on complaint, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times, including naptime ratios in the 12-18 month classroom where the classroom must go into non-naptime ratio once one child is awake. On 3/6/26, the classroom had six children, 5 awake, with only one staff member present. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

   Corrected 3/31/2026
9. Medium-High risk2/3/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — Based on complaint, ensure that children's diapers are changed as required and according to a child's individual needs care plan, wherein a named child who requires hourly diaper changes/checks, went four hours without bei

   Based on complaint, ensure that children's diapers are changed as required and according to a child's individual needs care plan, wherein a named child who requires hourly diaper changes/checks, went four hours without being changed. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.

   Corrected 3/6/2026
10. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a)(5) — Ensure anyone without a cleared CARI or Fingerprint is not left alone to supervisor children, wherein and outside vendor without the required clearances was observed alone with a group children.

    Ensure anyone without a cleared CARI or Fingerprint is not left alone to supervisor children, wherein and outside vendor without the required clearances was observed alone with a group children. Regulation: When a person who is not required to complete a CHRI background check is working with children at the center, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 1/13/2026
11. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use.

    Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Regulation: In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;

    Corrected 3/6/2026
12. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, wherein staff in room 3 reported 13 children present when 14 children were in attendance. 1/13/26-Unable to a

    Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, wherein staff in room 3 reported 13 children present when 14 children were in attendance. 1/13/26-Unable to abate violation as staff in Room 8 reported 11 children present when 12 children were counted. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

    Corrected 2/3/2026
13. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tile in Room 6 bathroom.

    Replace stained ceiling tile in Room 6 bathroom. 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 3/31/2026
14. High risk1/5/2026

    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 5/15/2026
15. Medium risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal. Regulation: Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Corrected 3/6/2026
16. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, ensure that staff training records are completed and maintained on file as required.

    Based on information, ensure that staff training records are completed and maintained on file as required. 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 1/5/2026
17. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff; 5 staff members outstanding. 3/31/26-Note, one staff outstanding.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff; 5 staff members outstanding. 3/31/26-Note, one staff outstanding. Regulation: As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Corrected 5/15/2026
18. Medium-Low risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Corrected 5/29/2026
19. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after having a diaper change and prior to eating.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after having a diaper change and prior to eating. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 3/6/2026
20. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Retrain all staff on the center's policies of hand washing and sanitation. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL.

    Retrain all staff on the center's policies of hand washing and sanitation. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. 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 3/31/2026
21. High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Retrain all staff on the center's policy of tracking. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL.

    Retrain all staff on the center's policy of tracking. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. 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 3/31/2026
22. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    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 3/31/2026
23. Medium-Low risk1/5/2026

    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 2/3/2026
24. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that all electrical work is done when the children are not present in the nearby area, wherein a worker was observed on a ladder fixing a light fixture and wires right above children while they were eating lunch.

    Ensure that all electrical work is done when the children are not present in the nearby area, wherein a worker was observed on a ladder fixing a light fixture and wires right above children while they were eating lunch. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

    Corrected 1/13/2026
25. Medium-High risk1/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required. Regulation: An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

    Corrected 2/3/2026