Montessori Academy of New Jersey

NEPTUNE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity120
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address3504 Old Asbury Ave, Neptune, NJ, 07753

CityNEPTUNE, NJ 07753

CountyMonmouth

Phone732-922-9171

Operating details

Capacity120

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High16
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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3504 Old Asbury Ave, Neptune, NJ, 07753, NEPTUNE, NJ 07753

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about the lead teacher's Montessori training and how closely the classroom follows the method
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/6/2026

  • High5
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk3/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure medication is current for 1 child.

    Ensure medication is current 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 5/27/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including yellow walls in classroom 3.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including yellow walls in classroom 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 5/27/2026
  3. Medium-High risk3/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Remove cleaners from lower cabinet or provide lock in classroom 1.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Remove cleaners from lower cabinet or provide lock in classroom 1. 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 3/6/2026

2025

  1. High risk12/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2) — Ensure that the diapering area is within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation. A staff member washed her hands and the infants hands after a diaper change in the prep sink.

    Ensure that the diapering area is within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation. A staff member washed her hands and the infants hands after a diaper change in the prep sink. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation.

    Corrected 12/16/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace/ repair the brown carpet moldings in room 1.

    Replace/ repair the brown carpet moldings 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 12/16/2025
  3. Medium-High risk12/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the bathroom gate in room 4 is clean, in good repair and free of chipping paint.

    Ensure the bathroom gate in room 4 is clean, in good repair and free of chipping paint. 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 12/16/2025
  4. Medium-High risk12/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain the mechanical ventilation in room 1 in a clean and operating condition.

    Maintain the mechanical ventilation in room 1 in a clean and operating condition. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

    Corrected 12/16/2025
  5. High risk12/4/2025

    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. One child only had one pen at the center and the care plan requires 2 pens onsite. 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 12/16/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    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 10/22/2024
  2. High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(2) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Center needs to provide updated CARIs for 4 staff.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Center needs to provide updated CARIs for 4 staff. 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 conset to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediation terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  3. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces including microwaves are kept clean and in good repair.

    Ensure that all surfaces including microwaves are kept clean and in good repair. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  4. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  5. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Test for the presence of radon gas in every room on the lowest floor used by children in each building and post the test results in a prominent location in each building.

    Test for the presence of radon gas in every room on the lowest floor used by children in each building and post the test results in a prominent location in each building. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  6. High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) — Ensure that all cribs are equipped with a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress and clean snugly fitting sheet.

    Ensure that all cribs are equipped with a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress and clean snugly fitting sheet. Regulation: The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at View official inspection document Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that each crib or playpen shall be equipped with: a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress; a clean, snugly fitting sheet.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  7. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required. Rubber mulch needs to be replenished under the climbing equipment.

    Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required. Rubber mulch needs to be replenished under the climbing equipment. 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 12/9/2024
  8. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Maintain toilets, sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in sanitary and operable condition. Provide toilet caps on the exposed screws in rooms 1,2 and 4.

    Maintain toilets, sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in sanitary and operable condition. Provide toilet caps on the exposed screws in rooms 1,2 and 4. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 12/9/2024
  9. Medium-High risk10/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair. Replace the ripped diaper changing pads throughout the center.

    Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair. Replace the ripped diaper changing pads throughout the center. 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, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.

    Corrected 12/9/2024

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$899/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: NEPTUNE, Monmouth County
  • Capacity: 120
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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