Saint Mary's Christian Academy
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address425 Riva Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816
CountyMiddlesex
Phone732-398-0090
Operating details
Capacity80
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/19/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High20
- Medium0
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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425 Riva Avenue, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816, EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/19/2025
- High2
- Medium-High8
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(c) — Provide a current health certificate as required.
Provide a current health certificate as required. Regulation: If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain 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. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. 6.3(a)2 If the center chooses to provide food, the center shall ensure that all food served to children is prepared by either: i. The center on-site or off-site; or ii. A caterer who is licensed, registered, certified, or otherwise approved, as appropriate, by the local or county health department or State Department of Health, as applicable.
Corrected 9/22/2025 - High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. 9/22/2025 Provide documentation of completed annual orientation for 3 staff.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. 9/22/2025 Provide documentation of completed annual orientation for 3 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 10/28/2025 - High risk8/19/2025
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. 9/22/2025 Provide an updated special care plan that includes what medication is required at the center. 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 10/28/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(4) — Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged if necessary.
Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged if necessary. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: all fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected once a month, and serviced and tagged at least once a year and recharged, if necessary, as specified in the NJUFC.
Corrected 9/22/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(3) — Ensure the center maintains on file, a record of each fire drill which includes all required components.
Ensure the center maintains on file, a record of each fire drill which includes all required components. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall maintain on file a record of each fire drill, as specified in the NJUFC, which record shall include: the date and time of day of the drill; the weather condition at the time of evacuation; the number of participating children and staff members; and the total amount of time taken to evacuate the center.
Corrected 10/28/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in bathroom A.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in bathroom A. 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 8/19/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 6.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 6. 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 8/19/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 8.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 8. 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 8/19/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use in Room 3.
Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use in Room 3. 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 9/22/2025 - Medium-High risk8/19/2025
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.
Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.
Corrected 9/22/2025
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Estimated monthly cost
$949/month
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About this daycare
- Location: EAST BRUNSWICK, Middlesex County
- Capacity: 80
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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