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1805 Princeton Avenue, Lawrenceville NJ 08648 · License #180300194 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Elizabeth Newman
- Phone
- (609) 989-5300
- Address
- 1805 Princeton Avenue, Lawrenceville NJ 08648 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
Ages not published.
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing- Violation
Provide documentation that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Provide documentation that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. There are 2 CHRI clearances outstanding.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. There is 1 CARI clearance outstanding.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2026
- Violation
Ensure Epi-pens and additional medications listed on the special care plan are not expired. 2/10/26 Also ensure the allergy plan has been updated within the past year. 3/3/26 Provide an updated allergy plan and Benadryl for one child.
Corrected by Mar 19, 2026
- Violation
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate with the correct use code applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. 2/10/26 Code ab01.
Corrected by Mar 3, 2026
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that safe conditions are maintained at all times throughout the center, including ensuring that hot beverages are inaccessible to the children. A named staff left hot coffee within the reach of the children and a named child was able to reach the coffee. The named child was observed walking with the coffee and tripping, spilling the hot coffee on herself.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that CHRI background checks are available for review.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that center administration is notified of incidents occurring at the center as per center policy. A named staff delayed notifying center administration of the named child's injury.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that pacifiers, bottles, or sippy cups are removed when children are crawling or walking.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. Ensuring that hot beverages are inaccessible to the children and 2. The center's policies and procedures for incidents, including notifying center administration of injuries occurring at the center.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before serving food.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after outdoor play.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the emergency exit doors are easily operable in Gym B.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Dust bathroom vents throughout the center.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · 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;
Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that new epi-pen is supplied for 1 child.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that staff designated to perform health care procedures are trained in doing so and that at least two staff members at the center have received the training.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
Complete accident reports as required, including the time of notification to parents.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that a Universal Health Record is updated annually for 1 child.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Dust vents in Gym B bathroom.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Replace outlet cover in room 1.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that 2 staff complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.
Corrected by Apr 23, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 1.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes physicals and Mantoux for 9 staff.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
- Violation
Replenish mulch under fall areas in the play area.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
Cover canopy poles in play area.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
Replace rusted valve cover in Gym B bathroom.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that bolt is covered on the bottom of the toilet in Gym A.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.
Repair lock on fence.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Dust vents throughout the center.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that Benadryl is provided for 1 child.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for 2 staff.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
- Violation
Replace stained ceiling tile in room 4.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(4) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after diaper change in room 1.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that tools are inaccessible to the children in Gym B.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Dust vents in room 1.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Violation
Ensure all renewal documentation is completed.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
- Violation
Based on complaint #18954, the center shall ensure that the local health department is notified in a timely manner.
Corrected by Apr 13, 2021
- Violation
Complete water testing results for lead and copper from 50 percent of all water faucets.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2022
- Violation
Ensure renewal CARI's are completed for all staff.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
- Violation
Replenish mulch under slide in play area.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2020
- Violation
Replace stained ceiling tile in Gym A.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2020
- Violation
Caulk sink in room 4.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2020
- Violation
Update Staff Records Checklist to include new staff.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2020
- Violation
Maintain on file CHRI clearance checks for 13 staff.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2020
- Violation
Ensure special care plan is updated annually for 1 child.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2020
- Violation
3A:52-5.4(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.
Ensure that outlets in Gym B have protective covers.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2020
- Violation
Discontinue swaddling of child in room 3. Staff removed swaddle from child while inspector was present.
Corrected by Feb 26, 2020
- Violation
Ensure that CHRI clearance checks are completed for 4 staff.
Corrected by May 21, 2019
- Violation
Corrected by May 21, 2019
- Violation
Replace stained ceiling tile in Gym A.
Corrected by May 21, 2019
- Violation
Corrected by May 21, 2019
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Oct 20, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide documentation that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 22, 2025 inspection noted: “Based on information, ensure that safe conditions are maintained at all times throughout the center, including ensuring that hot beverages are inaccessible to t…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Apr 23, 2024 inspection noted: “Ensure that new epi-pen is supplied for 1 child.” — what has changed since then?
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