Temple Shaari Emeth Early Learning Center

MANALAPAN, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.4based on state inspection data
Capacity121
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address400 Craig Rd, Manalapan, NJ, 07726

CityMANALAPAN, NJ 07726

CountyMonmouth

Phone732-462-3264

Operating details

Capacity121

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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400 Craig Rd, Manalapan, NJ, 07726, MANALAPAN, NJ 07726

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/4/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk6/4/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure special care plans for two children are signed by the parents.

    Ensure special care plans for two children are signed by the parents. 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
  2. High risk6/4/2026

    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. Life Hazard certificate expired 2/24/26.

    Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Life Hazard certificate expired 2/24/26. 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 6/22/2026
  3. Medium-High risk6/4/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Upon inspector's request, cleaning supplies were made inaccessible in rooms 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 and staff personal belongings were moved in room 3.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Upon inspector's request, cleaning supplies were made inaccessible in rooms 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 and staff personal belongings were moved in room 3. 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 6/4/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk3/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(3) — Remove electric space heaters. The space heater was removed upon inspector request.

    Remove electric space heaters. The space heater was removed upon inspector request. Regulation: Heating requirements are as follows: the center shall not use portable liquid fuel-burning or wood-burning heating appliances or electric space heaters.

    Corrected 3/17/2025
  2. High risk3/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete the required orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, provide documentation of training on including children with special needs for all staff.

    Ensure that all staff complete the required orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, provide documentation of training on including children with special needs for all staff. 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 4/25/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in room 8.

    Replace the stained ceiling tiles in room 8. 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 10/21/2024
  2. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    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 3/27/2025
  3. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    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 and are present at the center at all times. Provide documentation for CPR and first aid certification for 1 additional staff.

    Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times. Provide documentation for CPR and first aid certification for 1 additional staff. 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.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  4. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

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

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Ensure children and staff participate in the drills. 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 10/21/2024
  5. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Ensure the hoses inside the portable sinks are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition.

    Ensure the hoses inside the portable sinks are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition. 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 10/21/2024
  6. Medium-Low risk9/9/2024

    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 10/21/2024
  7. High risk9/9/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a)(3) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Provide CHRI clearances that were completed after January 1, 2021 for 5 staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Provide CHRI clearances that were completed after January 1, 2021 for 5 staff. Regulation: As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

    Corrected 10/21/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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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: MANALAPAN, Monmouth County
  • Capacity: 121
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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