Little Rascals Daycare Center

ELIZABETH, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity26
Est. price$999/mo

Contact information

Address217 Rahway Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ, 07202

CityELIZABETH, NJ 07202

CountyUnion

Phone908-351-1505

Operating details

Capacity26

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High16
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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217 Rahway Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ, 07202, ELIZABETH, NJ 07202

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/23/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk6/23/2026

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

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. 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
  2. Medium-Low risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.

    Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

    Not corrected
  3. High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d) — Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.

    Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Regulation: The director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)(7) — Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal.

    Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal. Regulation: Lead paint precautions are as follows: if a previous lead paint inspection indicates the presence of lead, or a lead paint risk management plan is in progress at the center, the center shall: ensure that a lead paint risk assessment is conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, upon renewal of the center’s license; and submit the results of the risk assessment to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health.

    Not corrected
  5. High risk6/23/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii) — Comply with the requirements of the manual if the center's water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper.

    Comply with the requirements of the manual if the center's water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper. Regulation: If the results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall: immediately discontinue use of all drinking water sources in the building; provide bottled water for drinking; provide bottled water for food preparation with approval from the local health official; and notify parents of the children in attendance at the center.

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    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 4/28/2025
  2. High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that 1 named staff completes orientation training annually.

    Ensure that 1 named staff completes orientation training annually. 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 4/28/2025
  3. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) — Ensure that the diapering surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting.

    Ensure that the diapering surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting. Regulation: All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  4. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) — Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Regulation: Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  5. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Repair or replace the rotted and splintering section of fence on the outdoor play area.

    Repair or replace the rotted and splintering section of fence on the outdoor play area. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  6. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Take necessary action to eliminate the outdoor tripping hazard on the play area from the weed mat.

    Take necessary action to eliminate the outdoor tripping hazard on the play area from the weed mat. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  7. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure that all lights throughout the center are operable.

    Ensure that all lights throughout the center are operable. 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 4/28/2025
  8. Medium risk3/28/2025

    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.

    Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers. 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 4/28/2025
  9. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(iii) — Comply with the written conditions on the center's license, which limits children under 2.5 years of age to a maximum of 5 children. Upon the inspection the center had a total of 8 children present under 2.5 years.

    Comply with the written conditions on the center's license, which limits children under 2.5 years of age to a maximum of 5 children. Upon the inspection the center had a total of 8 children present under 2.5 years. 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.

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  10. Medium-High risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) — Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. In room 2, 9 children were present with a room capacity of 7.

    Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. In room 2, 9 children were present with a room capacity of 7. Regulation: At no time shall a center: i. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval; ii. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity;

    Corrected 4/28/2025
  11. Medium risk3/28/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the wall behind the changing table.

    Repair and/or paint the wall behind the changing table. 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 4/28/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$999/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: ELIZABETH, Union County
  • Capacity: 26
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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