The Academy Child Care Center of ELCC

SOMERSET, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity120
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address322 Franklin Blvd Bldg #2, Somerset, NJ, 08873

CitySOMERSET, NJ 08873

CountySomerset

Phone732-247-0408

Websitehttp://academyofelcc.org

Operating details

Capacity120

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High9
  • Medium-High13
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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322 Franklin Blvd Bldg #2, Somerset, NJ, 08873, SOMERSET, NJ 08873

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk4/8/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.

    Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. The first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.

    Corrected 6/3/2026
  2. Medium-High risk4/8/2026

    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.

    Corrected 6/3/2026
  3. Medium-Low risk4/8/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Corrected 6/3/2026

2025

  1. High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(b)(6) — Based on complaint#24475,ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request.

    Based on complaint#24475,ensure accident reports are completed as required including all required components and a written description is provided by the next operating day upon parental request. Regulation: (b) The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in (a) above. These records shall include the following: 1. The name of the injured child; 2. The date, time and location of the incident; 3. The name and address of the center; 4. The name of the person completing the report; 5. The date the report was completed; and 6. A written description of the following: i. The incident; ii. The injury to the child; iii. The names of witnesses to the incident; and iv. The follow-up action taken by the center, including: (1) Application of first aid; and (2) Consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable. (d) Upon request of the child's parent, the center shall provide a written description of the incident by the end of the next operating day.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(j)(1) — Based on complaint#24475, ensure that the center's adheres to the expulsion policy.

    Based on complaint#24475, ensure that the center's adheres to the expulsion policy. Regulation: The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include: the circumstances under which a child may be expelled; the method that the center will use to notify parents of concerns that could lead to expulsion, such as written notification or a parent conference; sufficient time limits before expulsion to enable parents to make alternative child care arrangements or to take the necessary corrective action to allow the child to remain at the center, except as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(j)1iv; and circumstances that may warrant immediate expulsion of a child from the center, such as potentially dangerous behavior by a child or parent.(2) The center shall not expel a child based solely on the child’s parent making a complaint to the Office of Licensing regarding a center’s alleged violations of the licensing rules or questioning a center directly regarding policies and procedures.

    Corrected 10/22/2025
  3. Medium-High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Based on complaint# 24475, Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Multiple children have been bitten by a known bitter.

    Based on complaint# 24475, Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Multiple children have been bitten by a known bitter. 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 10/22/2025
  4. Medium-High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Based on complaint#24475 ,Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure that the center follows the expulsion policy when a known bitter has not shown any improvement.

    Based on complaint#24475 ,Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure that the center follows the expulsion policy when a known bitter has not shown any improvement. 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 10/22/2025
  5. High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a) — Based on complaint#24475, ensure that parents are notified immediately when: a child is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a hei

    Based on complaint#24475, ensure that parents are notified immediately when: a child is bitten and the skin is broken; a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; a child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or an injury requiring professional medical care occurs. Regulation: (a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  6. High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including bathroom breaks. Children were seen in a classroom alone waiting to use the bathroom.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including bathroom breaks. Children were seen in a classroom alone waiting to use the bathroom. 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 10/22/2025
  7. High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including transitioning from naptime. A staff member left children alone in a classroom while she folded up blanket and sheets in the gym.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including transitioning from naptime. A staff member left children alone in a classroom while she folded up blanket and sheets in the gym. 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 10/22/2025
  8. Medium-High risk8/18/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Based on complaint#24475, Ensure unsafe conditions are repaired. The front door was shattered and repaired.

    Based on complaint#24475, Ensure unsafe conditions are repaired. The front door was shattered and repaired. 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 8/18/2025
  9. Medium-High risk7/16/2025

    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.

    Corrected 10/22/2025
  10. Medium-High risk1/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) — Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. Remove snow from gym exit doors.

    Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. Remove snow from gym exit doors. Regulation: The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

    Corrected 1/21/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$899/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SOMERSET, Somerset County
  • Capacity: 120
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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