Agape Child Care Center

WEST MILFORD, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.2based on state inspection data
Capacity94
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address184 Marshall Hill Rd, West Milford, NJ, 07480

CityWEST MILFORD, NJ 07480

CountyPassaic

Phone973-728-1028

Operating details

Capacity94

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High12
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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184 Marshall Hill Rd, West Milford, NJ, 07480, WEST MILFORD, NJ 07480

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/2/2026

  • High11
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    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. High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Missing CHRI for 1 named staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Missing CHRI for 1 named staff. Regulation: As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

    Not corrected
  3. High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure all medications listed on special care plan are not expired for 2 named children in Room B1 and the Gym.

    Ensure all medications listed on special care plan are not expired for 2 named children in Room B1 and the Gym. 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).

    Not corrected
  4. High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 1 named child in the Gym.

    Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 1 named child in the Gym. 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).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including removing all weeds growing up the fence on the large play area.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including removing all weeds growing up the fence on the large play area. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including filling in the open gaps around the play structure on the small play area.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including filling in the open gaps around the play structure on the small play area. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.

    Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each

    Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.

    Not corrected
  9. High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure special care plan is signed by the parent for 1 named child in the Gym.

    Ensure special care plan is signed by the parent for 1 named child in the Gym. 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).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk7/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling in the Gym. At the time of the inspection the pipes in the ceiling were leaking in the Gym.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling in the Gym. At the time of the inspection the pipes in the ceiling were leaking in the Gym. 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

2025

  1. Medium risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) — Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers in Room 101.

    Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers in Room 101. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age):a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

    Corrected 10/20/2025
  2. Medium-High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Repair peeling door and rust on changing table in Room 101.

    Repair peeling door and rust on changing table in Room 101. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

    Corrected 10/20/2025
  3. High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually for 2 named staff.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually for 2 named 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 10/20/2025
  4. High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 1 named staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 1 named staff. Regulation: As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

    Corrected 10/24/2025
  5. High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 named staff.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 named staff. 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 10/20/2025
  6. Medium risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Ensure all centers are accessible for children. At time of inspection, centers were covered with blankets to prevent children from utilizing the centers in Room 203.

    Ensure all centers are accessible for children. At time of inspection, centers were covered with blankets to prevent children from utilizing the centers in Room 203. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

    Corrected 10/20/2025
  7. High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pen is not expired and is accompanied by a special care plan for 1 named child.

    Ensure Epi-pen is not expired and is accompanied by a special care plan for 1 named child. 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 10/20/2025
  8. High risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are present at the center and accompanied by a special care plan for 2 named children.

    Ensure Epi-pens are present at the center and accompanied by a special care plan for 2 named 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 10/20/2025
  9. Medium risk9/19/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair peeling paint near ceiling in Room 201.

    Repair peeling paint near ceiling in Room 201. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 10/20/2025

2024

  1. High risk10/28/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Ensure that staff are providing adequate supervision at all times in Room 101. Staff w

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Ensure that staff are providing adequate supervision at all times in Room 101. Staff were observed with their backs to the children. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

    Corrected 1/21/2025
  2. High risk10/28/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Based on complaint 23648, ensure adequate supervision is provided by staff while childre

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Based on complaint 23648, ensure adequate supervision is provided by staff while children are playing on the playground. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

    Corrected 1/21/2025
  3. Medium-High risk10/11/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) — Provide age-appropriate seating for children who no longer need to be held for feeding. Ensure staff utilize the safety straps to secure infants in bucket seats in Room 201.

    Provide age-appropriate seating for children who no longer need to be held for feeding. Ensure staff utilize the safety straps to secure infants in bucket seats in Room 201. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: a child who, because of age or developmental readiness, no longer needs to be held for feeding shall be provided with an infant seat, high chair with safety strap, or other age-appropriate seating apparatus, which meets the standards of a recognized safety organization (such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, the American Society for Testing and Materials, or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission).

    Corrected 10/28/2024
  4. Medium-High risk10/11/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Based on C23591, ensure staff do not vape in the center during operating hours. While observation did not reveal any staff vaping in the center, interviews indicate

    Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Based on C23591, ensure staff do not vape in the center during operating hours. While observation did not reveal any staff vaping in the center, interviews indicated that a former staff member vaped and may have done so while working at the center. 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 10/28/2024

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10Recent Violations
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$949/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: WEST MILFORD, Passaic County
  • Capacity: 94
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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