The Children's Academy Learning Center
WEST NEW YORK, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address401 60th Street, West New York, NJ, 07093
CountyHudson
Phone201-401-2468
Operating details
Capacity27
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/3/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High11
- Medium3
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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401 60th Street, West New York, NJ, 07093, WEST NEW YORK, NJ 07093
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2025
- High4
- Medium-High5
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required. Expired.
Provide a current fire certificate as required. Expired. 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 4/7/2025 - High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Expired
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Expired Regulation: The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.
Corrected 4/7/2025 - Medium-High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Provide protective coverings for all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs. In room 2, replace light fixture cover that is cracked.
Provide protective coverings for all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs. In room 2, replace light fixture cover that is cracked. 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 3/7/2025 - Medium-High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean vents throughout the center.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean vents throughout the center. 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 3/7/2025 - High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are labeled with the child's name. In room, ensure bedding is stored separately.
Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are labeled with the child's name. In room, ensure bedding is stored separately. Regulation: When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.
Corrected 3/7/2025 - Medium-Low risk2/3/2025
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 3/7/2025 - Medium-High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean all vents throughout the center.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean all vents throughout the center. 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 2/24/2025 - Medium risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Provide protective coverings for all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs. In room 2 replace light fixture cover that is cracked.
Provide protective coverings for all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs. In room 2 replace light fixture cover that is cracked. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-Low risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. Expired
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. 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 2/24/2025 - High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(g)(2) — Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately. In room 1.
Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately. In room 1. Regulation: When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Expired 12/31/2024.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Expired 12/31/2024. Regulation: The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk2/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required. Expired 12/31/2024.
Provide a current fire certificate as required. Expired 12/31/2024. 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 2/24/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$999/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: WEST NEW YORK, Hudson County
- Capacity: 27
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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