KinderCare Learning Center

2026

1. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain dusty moldings in room 2.

   Clean and maintain dusty moldings 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 4/7/2026
2. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain soiled cubby shelves in room 6.

   Clean and maintain soiled cubby shelves in room 6. 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 4/7/2026
3. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain soiled garbage cans and ensure they all have covers throughout the center.

   Clean and maintain soiled garbage cans and ensure they all have covers throughout the center. 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 4/7/2026
4. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain soiled rocking chair cushion/covers in room 1.

   Clean and maintain soiled rocking chair cushion/covers 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 4/7/2026
5. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain walls around sink and soiled sink in room 5.

   Clean and maintain walls around sink and soiled sink 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 4/7/2026
6. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including soiled children's chairs in room 6.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean including soiled children's chairs in room 6. 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 4/7/2026
7. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Remove rust from the furnace room door in room 7.

   Remove rust from the furnace room door in room 7. 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 4/7/2026
8. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair damaged wall corner between rooms 5 and 6.

   Repair damaged wall corner between rooms 5 and 6. 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 4/7/2026
9. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair deteriorating base cove under diaper changing station in room 5.

   Repair deteriorating base cove under diaper changing station 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 4/7/2026
10. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair inoperable sink in room 6.

    Repair inoperable sink in room 6. 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 4/7/2026
11. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair inoperable toilet in room 5.

    Repair inoperable toilet 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 4/7/2026
12. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair stained ceiling tiles near sink area in room 6.

    Repair stained ceiling tiles near sink area in room 6. 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 4/7/2026
13. High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(a)(3) — Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions.

    Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication; and job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
14. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace loose sink faucet in room 3.

    Replace loose sink faucet in room 3. 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 4/7/2026
15. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace missing light fixture cover and light bulb in bathroom of room 4.

    Replace missing light fixture cover and light bulb in bathroom of room 4. 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 4/7/2026
16. High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Provide medication for 1 child as per special care plan.

    Provide medication for 1 child as per special care plan. 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 4/7/2026
17. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Set up classroom 5 with required areas and activities.

    Set up classroom 5 with required areas and activities. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
18. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) — Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Regulation: Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
19. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Clean and maintain all interior doors and moldings throughout center.

    Clean and maintain all interior doors and moldings throughout center. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
20. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Clean and maintain soiled walls in room 6. Remove soiled tape adhesive residue from walls.

    Clean and maintain soiled walls in room 6. Remove soiled tape adhesive residue from walls. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
21. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Paint surfaces including chipped paint on all interior doors and moldings throughout center, including bathrooms and door kick plates.

    Paint surfaces including chipped paint on all interior doors and moldings throughout center, including bathrooms and door kick plates. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
22. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Remove soiled tape adhesive residue from walls, diaper stations and throughout the center.

    Remove soiled tape adhesive residue from walls, diaper stations and throughout the center. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
23. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including back door to room 6.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including back door to room 6. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
24. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint on all bathroom doors inside and out.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint on all bathroom doors inside and out. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026
25. Medium risk2/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint on all windowsills.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint on all windowsills. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/7/2026