The Learning Experience

2026

1. High risk6/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of the inspection there were 3 staff needed in room 108 and only 2 were present. Violation abated as the center sent 2 children to another room imme

   Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of the inspection there were 3 staff needed in room 108 and only 2 were present. Violation abated as the center sent 2 children to another room immediately. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

   Corrected 6/12/2026
2. Medium-High risk6/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including removing excess storage from the left hand side bathroom in room 106.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including removing excess storage from the left hand side bathroom in room 106. 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.

   Not corrected
3. Medium risk6/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Securely fasten bathroom equipment including fixing the toilet seat in room 6. Right hand side bathroom.

   Securely fasten bathroom equipment including fixing the toilet seat in room 6. Right hand side bathroom. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

   Not corrected
4. Medium risk6/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Securely fasten bathroom equipment including installing a toilet seat in the left hand bathroom in room 6. Currently the toilet does not have a seat for children to use.

   Securely fasten bathroom equipment including installing a toilet seat in the left hand bathroom in room 6. Currently the toilet does not have a seat for children to use. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

   Not corrected
5. High risk5/5/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including while on the playground. Children were playing on the climbing equipment while holding hula hoops. Staff shall ensure that they are supervising children appropri

   Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including while on the playground. Children were playing on the climbing equipment while holding hula hoops. Staff shall ensure that they are supervising children appropriately while playing on the playground. Additionally, staff should not carry around an iPad for the duration of the outdoor time unless they have assistance and/or are actively taking picture of the children. Retrain staff. 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 6/12/2026
6. High risk5/5/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(a) — Ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline and do not withhold food, emotional responses, stimulation, or opportunities for rest or sleep as a form of discipline. At the time of the inspection a named st

   Ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline and do not withhold food, emotional responses, stimulation, or opportunities for rest or sleep as a form of discipline. At the time of the inspection a named staff person was observed using harsh tones when speaking with children, and then was observed grabbing a child inappropriately. Ensure both staff are retrained in appropriate discipline methods, and submit the retraining documents with staff signatures for abatement. Regulation: (a) The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: 1. Be positive; 2. Be consistent with the age and developmental needs of the children; and 3. Lead to the child's ability to develop and maintain self-control. (b) Staff members shall not discipline children for failing to eat or sleep or for soiling themselves. (c) Staff shall not withhold active play time as a means of discipline unless the child's actions or behavior present a danger to themselves or others. (d) Children may be removed from a group activity to another area, provided that the child so removed is either under the supervision of another staff member or continuously visible to a staff member.

   Corrected 6/12/2026
7. High risk4/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of the inspection there were 3 staff needed in room 108 and only 2 were present. Violation abated as the center sent a staff person to the room imme

   Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of the inspection there were 3 staff needed in room 108 and only 2 were present. Violation abated as the center sent a staff person to the room immediately. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

   Corrected 4/14/2026
8. High risk4/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b)(6)(iii) — Ensure that children are not inactive for more than 30 minutes unless they are eating, sleeping or ill. In rooms 104 and 105 were not providing activities for the children and they were having them sit to wait for diaper c

   Ensure that children are not inactive for more than 30 minutes unless they are eating, sleeping or ill. In rooms 104 and 105 were not providing activities for the children and they were having them sit to wait for diaper changes to be complete and for lunch to be served which was more than 30 minutes, Regulation: iii. whenever feasible, and unless the child is eating, sleeping, needs to complete a seated activity, or is ill, children shall not be inactive for more than 30 minutes.

   Corrected 5/5/2026
9. Medium-Low risk2/3/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(e) — Ensure that the center director completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire. Assistant Director and all other director designees.

   Ensure that the center director completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire. Assistant Director and all other director designees. Regulation: Directors shall complete staff development in understanding licensing regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing within 90 days of hire. Such staff development may be included in the required 20 hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d).

   Corrected 4/14/2026
10. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At the time of the inspection snow had not been cleared from all egress areas. Cleared during inspection, and viola

    Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At the time of the inspection snow had not been cleared from all egress areas. Cleared during inspection, and violation abated. 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 2/3/2026
11. Medium risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Securely fasten bathroom equipment including fixing the toilet in room 6.

    Securely fasten bathroom equipment including fixing the toilet in room 6. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
12. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. A staff person in the infant classroom was seen on two occasions entering data into the center's app and was not supervising the children. Infants were seen behind the di

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. A staff person in the infant classroom was seen on two occasions entering data into the center's app and was not supervising the children. Infants were seen behind the diaper changing table while the staff person had their back to them. Director addressed the staff person at the time of the inspection, violation abated. 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 2/3/2026
13. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. 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 consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Corrected 4/14/2026
14. Medium-Low risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
15. Medium-High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).

    Corrected 4/14/2026
16. Medium risk2/3/2026

    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. Not complete in room 5.

    Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age. Not complete in room 5. 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 6/12/2026
17. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)(2) — Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for children and staff. Staff sign in sheets not completed as required.

    Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for children and staff. Staff sign in sheets not completed as required. Regulation: The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked and maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.

    Corrected 6/12/2026
18. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(a)(3) — Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions. Update

    Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions. Update Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication; and job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

    Corrected 4/14/2026
19. Medium risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) — Ensure that all cribs have a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress and clean snugly fitting sheet. Crib sheets too loose.

    Ensure that all cribs have a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress and clean snugly fitting sheet. Crib sheets too loose. Regulation: Each crib or playpen shall be equipped with: a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress; a clean, snugly fitting sheet; top rails that are at least 19 inches above the mattress and slats that are not more than 2 3/8 inches apart.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
20. Medium-Low risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(7) — Ensure that the consulting head teacher makes at least two on-site visits to the center per month to observe the center's program and provide staff development as required. Maintain documentation on file.

    Ensure that the consulting head teacher makes at least two on-site visits to the center per month to observe the center's program and provide staff development as required. Maintain documentation on file. Regulation: For early childhood programs for centers using a consulting head teacher, the consulting head teacher shall make at least two on-site visits to the center per month, for a sufficient length of time to conduct staff development, observe the center's program, and ensure that the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)1 are met. The center shall maintain on file a written record of the date, time, purpose, and nature of each visit by the consulting head teacher; and the consulting head teacher’s observation of the program and evaluation of the staff member in charge of the program.

    Corrected 4/14/2026
21. Medium risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Test for the presence of radon gas as required. Expired.

    Test for the presence of radon gas as required. Expired. Regulation: 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 4/14/2026
22. Medium-Low risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. COI on file has expired.

    Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. COI on file has expired. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

    Corrected 4/14/2026
23. Medium risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-133 — Remove excess storage and/or combustibles from the second floor of the multipurpose room play structure. There is to be no storing of any materials in that area.

    Remove excess storage and/or combustibles from the second floor of the multipurpose room play structure. There is to be no storing of any materials in that area. Regulation: Remove excess storage and/or combustibles from the furnace room.

    Corrected 6/12/2026
24. High risk2/3/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including retraining staff on the topic of active and appropriate methods of supervision. Submit retraining documentation with staff signat

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including retraining staff on the topic of active and appropriate methods of supervision. Submit retraining documentation with staff signatures to OOL. 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 4/14/2026
25. Medium risk2/3/2026

    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. Bottles observed not dated.

    Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date. Bottles observed not dated. 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 4/14/2026