Smarty Pants
BRICK, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address515 Brick Blvd, Brick, NJ, 08723
CityBRICK, NJ 08723
CountyOcean
Phone732-262-8308
Operating details
Capacity90
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High13
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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515 Brick Blvd, Brick, NJ, 08723, BRICK, NJ 08723
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/9/2026
- High2
- Medium-High11
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Provide coverings for the metal protrusions on the side of the toilet.
Provide coverings for the metal protrusions on the side of the toilet. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the wall in the adult bathroom.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the wall in the adult bathroom. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including The wall in Room 4.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including The wall in Room 4. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the wall in #12
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the wall in #12 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the vents in the 2nd bathroom.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the vents in the 2nd bathroom. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the vent in the 1st bathroom.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the vent in the 1st bathroom. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium-High risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the microwaves.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the microwaves. 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 4/22/2026 - Medium risk3/9/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting including the cots.
Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting including the cots. Regulation: All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.
Corrected 4/22/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all surfaces are kept in good repair in room 11 near the cribs and rocking chairs.
Ensure that all surfaces are kept in good repair in room 11 near the cribs and rocking chairs. 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 2/10/2025 - High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that all unexpired Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required for 1 child.
Ensure that all unexpired Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required for 1 child. Regulation: 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: 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 2/10/2025 - High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. 1 needed.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. 1 needed. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check.
Corrected 2/10/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Repair or replace boarder trim near the door in rooms 2 and 3.
Repair or replace boarder trim near the door in rooms 2 and 3. 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 2/10/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Ensure that the food prep faucet is maintained in operating condition in room 3.
Ensure that the food prep faucet is maintained in operating condition in room 3. 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 2/10/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Repair or replace the caulk around the bathroom sink in the hallway bathroom near room 12.
Repair or replace the caulk around the bathroom sink in the hallway bathroom near room 12. 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 2/10/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(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: BRICK, Ocean County
- Capacity: 90
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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