IntelliChild Academy of Fort Lee

FORT LEE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity48
Est. price$999/mo

Contact information

Address1576 Palisade Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

CityFORT LEE, NJ 07024

CountyBergen

Phone201-696-1330

Websitehttps://allaboutmeelc.com

Operating details

Capacity48

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High16
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1576 Palisade Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024, FORT LEE, NJ 07024

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/23/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    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.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children immediately wash their hands with soap and running water after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 2.

    Ensure that children immediately wash their hands with soap and running water after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 2. 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.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields in Room 1.

    Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields in Room 1. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. During program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(ii) — Ensure a self-made solution of bleach and water is made daily in Room 5 and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

    Ensure a self-made solution of bleach and water is made daily in Room 5 and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Regulation: Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be a self-made solution consisting of one-quarter cup of household bleach to each gallon of water (one tablespoon per quart), which shall be prepared daily and placed in a labeled, sealed container.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure to replace the stained ceiling tile in the children's bathroom.

    Ensure to replace the stained ceiling tile in the children's 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.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure to replace the stained ceiling tile in Room 5.

    Ensure to replace the stained ceiling tile in Room 5. 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
  7. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in the children's bathroom.

    Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in the children's bathroom. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in Room 5.

    Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in Room 5. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in Room 1.

    Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in Room 1. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High risk4/14/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) — Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

    Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. Regulation: Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Corrected 5/22/2025
  2. Medium-High risk4/14/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure that bathroom vents are free of dust.

    Ensure that bathroom vents are free of dust. 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 5/22/2025
  3. Medium-High risk4/14/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)(7) — Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal.

    Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal. Regulation: Lead paint precautions are as follows: if a previous lead paint inspection indicates the presence of lead, or a lead paint risk management plan is in progress at the center, the center shall: ensure that a lead paint risk assessment is conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, upon renewal of the center’s license; and submit the results of the risk assessment to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health.

    Corrected 7/24/2025
  4. High risk4/14/2025

    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 5/22/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/6/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(4) — Ensure that the fire extinguisher in Room 5 is secured.

    Ensure that the fire extinguisher in Room 5 is secured. 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 1/7/2025
  2. Medium-High risk11/6/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Replace all stained and loose ceiling tiles in the women's bathroom and hallway outside of the men's bathroom.

    Replace all stained and loose ceiling tiles in the women's bathroom and hallway outside of the men's bathroom. 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 1/7/2025
  3. Medium-High risk11/6/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Secure the basketball hoop in the outdoor playground.

    Secure the basketball hoop in the outdoor playground. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  4. Medium risk11/6/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Repair/replace baseboard heater covers that are broken in Rooms 2 and 3.

    Repair/replace baseboard heater covers that are broken in Rooms 2 and 3. Regulation: Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

    Corrected 2/10/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
9Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$999/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: FORT LEE, Bergen County
  • Capacity: 48
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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