Jumping Bunnies Academy
LINDEN, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address918 Lincoln Street, Linden, NJ, 07036
CityLINDEN, NJ 07036
CountyUnion
Phone908-925-1351
Operating details
Capacity37
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High7
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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918 Lincoln Street, Linden, NJ, 07036, LINDEN, NJ 07036
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/6/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk8/6/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Based on complaint, ensure that all children enrolled and present at the center have all necessary enrollment documentation on file as required, including a signed application, policy receipts, and medical authorization . Center
Based on complaint, ensure that all children enrolled and present at the center have all necessary enrollment documentation on file as required, including a signed application, policy receipts, and medical authorization . Center management was not able to access or did not have the required documentation for all of the children present during the inspection. 9/30/25: 30 enrollment applications received, 12 outstanding. 10/14/25: 8 enrollment applications received, 4 outstanding. Regulation: The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).
Corrected 10/28/2025 - Medium-High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Submit a current Safe Building Interior Certification, expired 4/27/2025.
Submit a current Safe Building Interior Certification, expired 4/27/2025. Regulation: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. the Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.
Corrected 2/2/2026 - High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that an updated CHRI background check is completed as required for the named staff member identifying as owner/operator.
Ensure that an updated CHRI background check is completed as required for the named staff member identifying as owner/operator. 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 8/6/2025 - High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that an updated CARI background check is completed as required for the named staff member identifying as owner/operator.
Ensure that an updated CARI background check is completed as required for the named staff member identifying as owner/operator. 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 7/17/2025 - High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. There were 24 children aged 3-11 with 1 staff, an additional staff was needed. 7/17/2025- There were 27 children aged 2.5-9 during lunch with 2 staff, and a 3rd
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. There were 24 children aged 3-11 with 1 staff, an additional staff was needed. 7/17/2025- There were 27 children aged 2.5-9 during lunch with 2 staff, and a 3rd staff was needed. 8/6/2-25- There were 28 children aged 3-11 in classroom 1 with 2 staff, and a 3rd staff was needed. 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 9/15/2025 - Medium-High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Provide a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the sponsor representative and director attesting the center will not transport or arrange transportation for children at the center in any vehicle that is not approved by MVC and OOL
Provide a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the sponsor representative and director attesting the center will not transport or arrange transportation for children at the center in any vehicle that is not approved by MVC and OOL. 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 8/6/2025 - High risk6/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(b) — Ensure that a minimum of 2 staff accompany children on any field trip or outing as required. There was 1 staff with 8 school aged children on a neighborhood walk, a second staff was needed. 7/17/2025-Interview with the director ind
Ensure that a minimum of 2 staff accompany children on any field trip or outing as required. There was 1 staff with 8 school aged children on a neighborhood walk, a second staff was needed. 7/17/2025-Interview with the director indicated that there were 4 staff with 32 children aged 2.5- 9 years old. Documentation revealed 25 children were signed in the program, and 1 staff was signed in. OOL did not observe the staff while on the walk with the children. Regulation: There shall be a minimum of two staff members accompanying children on any field trip, outing, or special event involving children away from the center, even when the appropriate staff/child ratios allow fewer than two staff members.
Corrected 8/6/2025 - High risk5/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 new staff.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 new staff. 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.
Corrected 7/17/2025 - Medium-High risk5/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including the fencing that is unsecured in the outdoor play area.
Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including the fencing that is unsecured in the outdoor 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.
Corrected 6/23/2025 - High risk5/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(4) — Ensure staff without a cleared CARI & CHRI are not left alone to supervise children at any time.
Ensure staff without a cleared CARI & CHRI are not left alone to supervise children at any time. Regulation: When a person who is not required to complete a CARI background check is working with children at the center, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium risk4/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.4(a)(1) — Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations. There were approximately 12 school aged children, and 1 staff on an unauthorized bus.
Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations. There were approximately 12 school aged children, and 1 staff on an unauthorized bus. Regulation: If a center uses a Type I School Bus, Type II School Bus, or Type S School Vehicle, the center shall: 1. Meet all applicable rules of the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), Department of Education, and Department of Children and Families;
Corrected 8/6/2025 - Medium-High risk4/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL including all children who attend the program. 7/17/2025- Update the Children's Records Checklist to include health records data. 9/30/25:
Complete and maintain on file, a current Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL including all children who attend the program. 7/17/2025- Update the Children's Records Checklist to include health records data. 9/30/25: 7 health records received, 37 outstanding. 10/14/25: 22 health records received, 15 outstanding. 10/28/25: 11 health records received, 4 outstanding. Regulation: The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).
Corrected 11/21/2025 - Medium-High risk4/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) — Operate within each room's capacity. In classroom 1, there were 33 children when the occupancy is 30.
Operate within each room's capacity. In classroom 1, there were 33 children when the occupancy is 30. 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 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk4/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) — Operate within the center's licensed capacity. The center had 49 children at the center, when the license is for 37 children.
Operate within the center's licensed capacity. The center had 49 children at the center, when the license is for 37 children. 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 5/8/2025 - Medium risk4/8/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.8(a) — Ensure there are one or two adults in addition to the driver when transporting children as required based on the age and number of children being transported. There were approximately 12 school aged children on a non authorized bus
Ensure there are one or two adults in addition to the driver when transporting children as required based on the age and number of children being transported. There were approximately 12 school aged children on a non authorized bus with 1 staff member, a second staff was needed. Regulation: (a) When one or more children are being transported, there shall be one adult in addition to the driver who remains in the vehicle when it is in motion, and who remains within sight of the vehicle when it has stopped to accept or discharge children, from the time the first child is picked up until the last child has reached his or her destination. (b) When 13 or more children who are below 2 ½ years of age are being transported, there shall be two adults in addition to the driver who remain in the vehicle when it is in motion, and who remain within sight of the vehicle when it has stopped to accept or discharge children, until fewer than 13 children remain, at which time one adult in addition to the driver shall remain until the last child has reached his or her destination.
Corrected 8/6/2025 - High risk3/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)(2) — Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for children.
Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for children. Regulation: The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked and maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.
Corrected 4/8/2025 - High risk3/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a) — Maintain at the center and distribute to all families, a written policy on the release of children that includes all required components. The center is missing the procedure for an authorized person who appears to be physically or
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families, a written policy on the release of children that includes all required components. The center is missing the procedure for an authorized person who appears to be physically or emotionally impaired. Regulation: (a) The center shall maintain on file and follow a written policy on the release of children, which shall include: 1. The provision that each child may be released only to the child's parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)3, to take the child from the center and to assume responsibility for the child in an emergency if the parent(s) cannot be reached; 61 2. The provision that, if a particular non-custodial parent has been denied access, or granted limited access, to the child by a court order, the center shall secure documentation to this effect, maintain a copy on file, and comply with the terms of the court order; 3. Written procedures to be followed by staff member(s) if the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in (a)1 above, fails to pick up a child at the time of the center's daily closing. The procedures shall require that: i. The child is supervised at all times; ii. Staff members attempt to contact the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parents; and iii. An hour or more after closing time, and provided that other arrangements for releasing the child to his or her parent(s) or authorized person(s) have failed and the staff member(s) cannot continue to supervise the child at the center, the staff member shall call the Department's State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) to seek assistance in caring for the child until the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the child's parent(s) is able to pick up the child; and 4. Written procedures to be followed by a staff member(s) if the parent(s) or person(s) authorized by the parent(s), as specified in (a)1 above, appear to be physically or emotionally
Corrected 7/17/2025 - High risk3/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. There were 25 children aged 2.5- 6 with 1 staff, 2 additional staff were needed. 4/8/2025- There were 33 children aged 2.5-5 years old with 2 staff, 1 additional
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. There were 25 children aged 2.5- 6 with 1 staff, 2 additional staff were needed. 4/8/2025- There were 33 children aged 2.5-5 years old with 2 staff, 1 additional staff was needed. 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 5/8/2025 - High risk3/4/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. A child was able to play roughly with another child without staff's intervention. 4/8/2025- There was 1 staff with 20 children and she left the classroom several times dur
Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. A child was able to play roughly with another child without staff's intervention. 4/8/2025- There was 1 staff with 20 children and she left the classroom several times during the inspection. 4/8/2025- There were children climbing on tables without staff intervention. 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 5/8/2025 - Medium-Low risk1/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(8) — Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year.
Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year. Regulation: For early childhood programs, all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year.
Corrected 10/28/2025 - Medium risk1/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(1) — Ensure that the head teacher is able to spend time in each classroom in order to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of the program.
Ensure that the head teacher is able to spend time in each classroom in order to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of the program. Regulation: For early childhood programs the head teacher shall be scheduled to work at the center for at least 75 percent of the center's daily operating hours or at least six hours a day, whichever is less; and plan, discuss and observe the implementation of program activities by staff members for all groups of children.
Corrected 7/17/2025 - Medium risk1/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(2)(ii) — Ensure that the head teacher is able to spend time in each classroom in order to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of the program.
Ensure that the head teacher is able to spend time in each classroom in order to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of the program. Regulation: For early childhood programs the head teacher shall be scheduled to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of program activities by staff members for all groups of children.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-Low risk1/24/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(8) — Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year.
Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year. Regulation: For early childhood programs all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year.
Corrected 2/24/2025
2024
- Medium risk12/3/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal. Regulation: The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium risk12/3/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before they are given to another child.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before they are given to another child. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child.
Corrected 1/24/2025
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$999/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LINDEN, Union County
- Capacity: 37
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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