Primrose School of Berkeley Heights
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address246 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922
CityBERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ 07922
CountyUnion
Phone908-286-0900
Operating details
Capacity211
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High14
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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246 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922, BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ 07922
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/5/2026
- High2
- Medium-High10
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk2/5/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the leak in the ceiling located in the Laundry Room.
Repair the leak in the ceiling located in the Laundry Room. 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 3/13/2026 - Medium-High risk2/5/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean the ceiling vents in the classrooms throughout the center.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean the ceiling vents in the classrooms throughout the center. 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 2/13/2026 - High risk2/5/2026
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. 2/13/2026: As pertains to one child, obtain current EpiPens that 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. 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 3/13/2026 - High risk2/5/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 newly hired staff member.
Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 newly hired staff member. 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 3/4/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) — In classroom 2, ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting.
In classroom 2, ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) — Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. 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 immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Repair the loose toilet seats in bathrooms between classroom 14 and 15.
Repair the loose toilet seats in bathrooms between classroom 14 and 15. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces 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 4/8/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the loose toilet seats in bathrooms between classroom 14 and 15.
Repair the loose toilet seats in bathrooms between classroom 14 and 15. 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 4/8/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. 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 4/8/2025 - Medium-High risk2/7/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — In classroom 2, ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting.
In classroom 2, ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.
Corrected 4/8/2025
2024
- Medium-High risk11/7/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required for both buildings.
Provide a current fire certificate as required for both buildings. 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 12/5/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$899/month
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About this daycare
- Location: BERKELEY HEIGHTS, Union County
- Capacity: 211
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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