Manalapan Montessori

2026

1. High risk5/21/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(6)(i) — Provide a barrier to the kitchen area to prevent accidental access by the children. At the time of the inspection the kitchen door was open. The kitchen door was shut at the that time.

   Provide a barrier to the kitchen area to prevent accidental access by the children. At the time of the inspection the kitchen door was open. The kitchen door was shut at the that time. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, the kitchen facility or food preparation area shall be separated from other areas of the center by a door, gate, screen, or other barrier to prevent accidental access by children.

   Corrected 5/21/2026
2. High risk5/21/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are not expired for 1 child.

   Ensure Epi-pens are not expired for 1 child. 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 6/22/2026
3. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Ensure the fabric under the mulch is not sticking up to prevent a tripping hazard.

   Ensure the fabric under the mulch is not sticking up to prevent a tripping hazard. 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.

   Corrected 5/21/2026
4. High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure medication required by the special care plan is present at the center.

   Ensure medication required by the special care plan is present at the center. 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 4/20/2026
5. Medium risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 9 or request the room to be removed from the license capacity.

   Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in Room 9 or request the room to be removed from the license capacity. 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 4/20/2026
6. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.

   Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. The first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.

   Corrected 4/20/2026
7. High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure the egress outside of the infant room is not obstructed. At the time of the inspection, a crib, 2 child size chairs and toys were in the path to the exit gate. The items were moved upon inspector request.

   Ensure the egress outside of the infant room is not obstructed. At the time of the inspection, a crib, 2 child size chairs and toys were in the path to the exit gate. The items were moved upon inspector request. 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 4/6/2026
8. High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure the exit gate from the playground opens fully and easily.

   Ensure the exit gate from the playground opens fully and easily. 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 4/20/2026
9. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.

   Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292. 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.

   Corrected 6/22/2026
10. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Ensure the exit gates from the outdoor play are shut securely.

    Ensure the exit gates from the outdoor play are shut securely. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
11. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Take necessary action to eliminate outdoor hazards including removing the pieces of broken plastic from the ground.

    Take necessary action to eliminate outdoor hazards including removing the pieces of broken plastic from the ground. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

    Corrected 5/21/2026
12. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including containers with stagnant water.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including containers with stagnant water. 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 4/20/2026
13. Medium risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the wall where peeling in the bathroom in Room 4.

    Repair and/or paint the wall where peeling in the bathroom in Room 4. 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 4/20/2026
14. High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all medications are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, medication was stored in backpacks hanging on low hooks in Rooms 3 and 4. The medication was move and made inaccessible upon inspector

    Ensure that all medications are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, medication was stored in backpacks hanging on low hooks in Rooms 3 and 4. The medication was move and made inaccessible upon inspector request. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

    Corrected 4/6/2026
15. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the baseboard in Room 9.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the baseboard in Room 9. 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 4/20/2026
16. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the microwave is maintained in a sanitary condition in Room 1.

    Ensure the microwave is maintained in a sanitary condition 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 4/20/2026
17. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the floor is maintained in a sanitary condition in Room 3

    Ensure the floor is maintained in a sanitary condition 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 6/22/2026
18. Medium risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date.

    Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date. Regulation: Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
19. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(iii) — Remove the ladder, rug cleaner, snow shovel and storage from Room 9 or request to remove the room from the license,

    Remove the ladder, rug cleaner, snow shovel and storage from Room 9 or request to remove the room from the license, Regulation: At no time shall a center: iii. Operate in violation of the written conditions on its license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval including, but not limited to, capacity or age restrictions for specific classrooms.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
20. High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure at least 2 staff present have been trained on administering medication present at the center.

    Ensure at least 2 staff present have been trained on administering medication present at the center. 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 4/20/2026
21. High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure staff have completed orientation training before being alone to supervise children.

    Ensure staff have completed orientation training before being alone to supervise children. 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 4/20/2026
22. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

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

    Provide a current health certificate as required. Regulation: If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain 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. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. 6.3(a)2 If the center chooses to provide food, the center shall ensure that all food served to children is prepared by either: i. The center on-site or off-site; or ii. A caterer who is licensed, registered, certified, or otherwise approved, as appropriate, by the local or county health department or State Department of Health, as applicable.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
23. High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(f) — Ensure the written outline of daily activities includes supervised tummy time for infants twice per day in Room 1.

    Ensure the written outline of daily activities includes supervised tummy time for infants twice per day in Room 1. Regulation: Prepare and maintain on file a written outline of the center's daily activities

    Corrected 5/21/2026
24. High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) — Ensure a sponge is not being reused in Room 1.

    Ensure a sponge is not being reused in Room 1. Regulation: The following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: (1) Washcloths made of fabric, when used for cleaning children; (2) Thermometers; (3) Items used by a child who becomes ill while at the center; and (4) Sleeping mats that are not stored separately.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
25. Medium-High risk4/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) — Ensure bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment are washed and sanitized after each use in Room 1.

    Ensure bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment are washed and sanitized after each use in Room 1. 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: v. Bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.

    Corrected 4/20/2026