Summerhill Academy LLC DBA Lightbridge Academy
EAST WINDSOR, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address149 Route 130 North, East Windsor, NJ, 08520
CountyMercer
Phone201-780-6673
Operating details
Capacity177
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High15
- Medium-High9
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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149 Route 130 North, East Windsor, NJ, 08520, EAST WINDSOR, NJ 08520
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026
- High10
- Medium-High8
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High risk4/8/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Arrange cribs, cots, and sleeping equipment to provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit. The aisle was made accessible upon request in room 5.
Arrange cribs, cots, and sleeping equipment to provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit. The aisle was made accessible upon request in room 5. 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 4/8/2026 - High risk4/8/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. A staff stated there were 9 children when there were 10 in room 5 and a staff stated there were 17 children wh
Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. A staff stated there were 9 children when there were 10 in room 5 and a staff stated there were 17 children when there were 19 in room 2. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.
Corrected 4/24/2026 - Medium-High risk2/5/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Based on report, ensure that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, cleaning products, diaper creams and sunblock were accessible to children in mult
Based on report, ensure that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, cleaning products, diaper creams and sunblock were accessible to children in multiple rooms. The items were made inaccessible upon inspector request. 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 3/10/2026 - High risk2/5/2026
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 all times. At the time of the inspection, the emergency exit door from room 5 was blocked by snow and ice. The exit
Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable at all times. At the time of the inspection, the emergency exit door from room 5 was blocked by snow and ice. The exit was cleared upon inspector request. 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 2/5/2026 - High risk2/5/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on report, retrain the named staff on ensuring that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children at all times. Abated based on the named staff is no longer employed at the center.
Based on report, retrain the named staff on ensuring that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children at all times. Abated based on the named staff is no longer employed at the center. 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 2/5/2026
2025
- High risk9/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.
Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy. 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 10/22/2025 - High risk9/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, retrain all staff on ensuring diapers are changed as needed.
Based on information, retrain all staff on ensuring diapers are changed as needed. 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 9/23/2025 - High risk9/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(a) — Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff grabbed a named child's arm and the named child went limp, which led to the named child being dragged across the floor.
Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff grabbed a named child's arm and the named child went limp, which led to the named child being dragged across the floor. 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 9/4/2025 - Medium-High risk9/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.
Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required. Regulation: The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium-High risk9/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) — Based on information, ensure that the children's diapers are changed as needed. Staff failed to change a named child's soiled diaper when needed, leaving him in the diaper for an extended period of time which caused a diap
Based on information, ensure that the children's diapers are changed as needed. Staff failed to change a named child's soiled diaper when needed, leaving him in the diaper for an extended period of time which caused a diaper rash. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled; staff member shall ensure each child's bottom is washed and dried during each diaper change with an individual disposable wash cloth, paper towel, or disposable diaper wipes.
Corrected 9/4/2025 - High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that special care plans are updated for 3 children.
Ensure that special care plans are updated for 3 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 10/22/2025 - Medium-Low risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.
Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. 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 9/4/2025 - Medium-High risk7/24/2025
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 9/4/2025 - High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that updated Benadryl is provided for 1 child. 10/22/25 Abated via photos.
Ensure that updated Benadryl is provided for 1 child. 10/22/25 Abated via photos. 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 10/22/2025 - Medium-High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace escutcheon plates in bathrooms throughout the center.
Replace escutcheon plates in bathrooms throughout the center. 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 9/4/2025 - Medium-High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tile in room 6 bathroom.
Replace stained ceiling tile in room 6 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 9/4/2025 - High risk7/24/2025
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 2/9/2026 - Medium-High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — Replace diaper changing pad in room 5.
Replace diaper changing pad in room 5. Regulation: the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.
Corrected 9/4/2025 - Medium-High risk7/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tile in room 5.
Replace 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.
Corrected 9/4/2025
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$899/month
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About this daycare
- Location: EAST WINDSOR, Mercer County
- Capacity: 177
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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