The Heights School

HADDON HEIGHTS, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.1based on state inspection data
Capacity72
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address812 Kings Highway, Haddon Heights, NJ, 08035

CityHADDON HEIGHTS, NJ 08035

CountyCamden

Phone856-427-4487

Websitehttps://www.TheHeightsSchool.com

Operating details

Capacity72

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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812 Kings Highway, Haddon Heights, NJ, 08035, HADDON HEIGHTS, NJ 08035

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/19/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk2/19/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named staff turned her back momentarily to a named child that was on the changing table and the named child fell off onto a

    Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named staff turned her back momentarily to a named child that was on the changing table and the named child fell off onto a mat, injuring his head. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 2/19/2026
  2. High risk2/19/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's supervision policy, including during diaper changes.

    Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's supervision policy, including during diaper changes. 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 3/12/2026
  3. Medium-High risk2/19/2026

    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 4/29/2026
  4. High risk2/19/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff member.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff member. Regulation: Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 2/20/2026
  5. High risk2/19/2026

    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.

    Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. 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 4/29/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk7/17/2025

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

    Repair and/or paint the wall corners 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 8/25/2025
  2. Medium risk7/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repaint the wall in room 2.

    Repaint the wall in room 2. 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 8/25/2025
  3. High risk7/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure current unexpired Benadryl is kept a the center for 2 children.

    Ensure current unexpired Benadryl is kept a the center for 2 children. 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 8/25/2025
  4. High risk7/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 scheduled staff.

    Ensure a CHRI background check is completed as required for 1 scheduled 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 8/25/2025
  5. Medium-High risk7/17/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 5.

    Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 5. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

    Corrected 8/25/2025

2024

  1. Medium risk10/17/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.6(a) — Provide an adequate amount of light in the classroom during naptime.

    Provide an adequate amount of light in the classroom during naptime. Regulation: At least five foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by children during naptime. The illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

    Corrected 10/17/2024

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25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$949/month

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Typical prices in New Jersey run about $1,247/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in New Jersey by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: HADDON HEIGHTS, Camden County
  • Capacity: 72
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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