Matawan Kids Academy LLC DBA Lightbridge Academy-Matawan

2026

1. High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(b) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed and clearances are present the center.

   Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed and clearances are present the center. Regulation: When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that the new staff member completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.

   Not corrected
2. High risk7/7/2026

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

   Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and provide documentation of completed orientation for all 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.

   Not corrected
3. High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Retrain all staff on how to open emergency exit doors. At the time of the inspection staff were unable to open the emergency exit doors in multiple rooms.

   Retrain all staff on how to open emergency exit doors. At the time of the inspection staff were unable to open the emergency exit doors in multiple rooms. 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.

   Not corrected
4. High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are not touching the bedding of another child in rooms 3,4,5 and 6.

   Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are not touching the bedding of another child in rooms 3,4,5 and 6. 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.

   Not corrected
5. High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a)(5) — Ensure staff without completed orientation, cleared CHRI and CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time.

   Ensure staff without completed orientation, cleared CHRI and CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time. Regulation: When a person who is not required to complete a CHRI background check is working with children at the center, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

   Not corrected
6. High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required and clearances are present at the center.

   Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required and clearances are present at the center. Regulation: Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

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

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use throughout the center.

   Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use throughout the center. Regulation: In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;

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

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in rooms 4,5 and 6. The substances were made inaccessible upon inspector request.

   Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in rooms 4,5 and 6. The substances 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 7/7/2026
9. Medium-High risk7/7/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the refrigerators in rooms 4 and 5.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the refrigerators in rooms 4 and 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
10. Medium risk7/7/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in rooms 4, 6 and 10.

    Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age in rooms 4, 6 and 10. 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.

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

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(iii) — Ensure room 7 is set up as a usable classroom or request to remove the room from the license.

    Ensure room 7 is set up as a usable classroom or request to remove the room from the license. Regulation: At no time shall a center: iii. Operate in violation of the written conditions on its license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval including, but not limited to, capacity or age restrictions for specific classrooms.

    Not corrected
12. High risk6/12/2026

    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. At the time of inspection, staff in room 3 stated there were 7 children in her care when 8 were present.

    Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. At the time of inspection, staff in room 3 stated there were 7 children in her care when 8 were present. 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 7/7/2026
13. High risk6/12/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of inspection, there was one staff member with 13 children ages 3,4, and 5 years old, where two staff were required. Once discussed with administrativ

    Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. At the time of inspection, there was one staff member with 13 children ages 3,4, and 5 years old, where two staff were required. Once discussed with administrative staff, a second staff member was immediately called to the room. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

    Corrected 6/12/2026
14. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on report, retrain the 2 named staff on the center's supervision policy.

    Based on report, retrain the 2 named staff on the center's supervision 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 3/30/2026
15. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

    Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. 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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 3/24/2026
16. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(a) — Ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. At the time of inspection, a staff member in room 9 was observed to yell at a child for throwing a toy and told the child that he would not have lunch until he

    Ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. At the time of inspection, a staff member in room 9 was observed to yell at a child for throwing a toy and told the child that he would not have lunch until he picked up the toy. The child picked up the toy. Lunch was not withheld from the child. 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 5/6/2026
17. Medium-High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that playground equipment screws are free of rust.

    Ensure that playground equipment screws are free of rust. 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 7/7/2026
18. Medium-High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Secure green surfacing in the playground.

    Secure green surfacing in the playground. 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.

    Corrected 7/7/2026
19. Medium risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) — Ensure that blind cords on the doors in rooms 1 and 8 are secured and out of the reach of children.

    Ensure that blind cords on the doors in rooms 1 and 8 are secured and out of the reach of children. Regulation: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

    Corrected 5/6/2026
20. Medium-High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before serving food, even when wearing gloves, in room 9.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before serving food, even when wearing gloves, in room 9. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

    Corrected 6/12/2026
21. Medium-High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water when wiping children's nasal secretions.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water when wiping children's nasal secretions. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

    Corrected 5/6/2026
22. Medium-High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) — Ensure that diaper surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in rooms 1 and 2. 5-6-2026: At the time of inspection, staff in rooms 1 and 2 completed the correct 2 step process. Staff in room 9 completed only

    Ensure that diaper surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in rooms 1 and 2. 5-6-2026: At the time of inspection, staff in rooms 1 and 2 completed the correct 2 step process. Staff in room 9 completed only the soap/water step. Ensure staff in room 9 are disinfecting the diaper station with the bleach/water solution after cleaning it with the soap/water solution. Regulation: All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

    Corrected 6/12/2026
23. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription for one child in room 3; also ensure that the antihistamine matches what is listed on the plan, or obtain written confirmation from the p

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription for one child in room 3; also ensure that the antihistamine matches what is listed on the plan, or obtain written confirmation from the physician that the substitution provided is permissible. 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 7/7/2026
24. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that a special care plan completed/stamped by a physician is obtained for one child in room 5. 7/7/26 Abated due to child is no longer enrolled.

    Ensure that a special care plan completed/stamped by a physician is obtained for one child in room 5. 7/7/26 Abated due to child is no longer enrolled. 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 7/7/2026
25. High risk3/24/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that updated documentation, completed/stamped by a physician, is obtained for one child in room 7 and one child in room 9 who no longer needs rescue medication; send home/discard expired medications. 5-6-2026: Child no

    Ensure that updated documentation, completed/stamped by a physician, is obtained for one child in room 7 and one child in room 9 who no longer needs rescue medication; send home/discard expired medications. 5-6-2026: Child now has 2 current epi pens. Ensure that a special care plan completed/stamped by a physician is obtained. 6-12-2026: Child in room 9 is now in room 3. Ensure child in room 3 has current medications and a special care plan completed/stamped by a physician; and ensure that a special care plan completed/stamped by a physician is obtained for the child in room 7. 7/7/26 Abated due to child is no longer enrolled. 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 7/7/2026