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YES Early Learning Center St. Ladislaus

197 Somerset Street, New Brunswick NJ 08901 · License #12MRE0004 · Child Care Center

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Last inspected Dec 15, 2025
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Director
Tara Mack
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Address
197 Somerset Street, New Brunswick NJ 08901 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:30 AM–05:30 PM
Tue07:30 AM–05:30 PM
Wed07:30 AM–05:30 PM
Thu07:30 AM–05:30 PM
Fri07:30 AM–05:30 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

Schedule type not published.

Ages served

Ages not published.

  • Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
17
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
0
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by New Jersey DCF
3
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
5.7
New Jersey average
9.1

Inspection history & violations

Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing
Dec 15, 2025 — Monitoring
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-7.7(a)(2) · All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

    Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting. in room 7.

    Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · (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).

    Ensure that all medications outlined on children's special care plans are maintained at the center. Nebulizer medication is needed for one child in room 2, one child in room 6, and two children in room 10, and Benadryl is needed for one child in room 1.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Ensure that baseboards and columns with evidence of chipping/peeling paint are repaired in rooms 1,3, and 6.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(13) · the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

    Secure hanging computer cords that are within the reach of children in room 2.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · (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.

    Eliminate moisture as indicated by water stained ceiling tile in room 1.

    Corrected by Jan 16, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(m)(2) · Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

    Ensure that all egress areas are unobstructed, whereas the gate that leads out from the fire escape is obstructed with snow. Center is ceasing use of the 2nd floor until egress is cleared.

    Corrected by Feb 27, 2026

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Apr 23, 2024 — Renewal
8 violations cited · view state record
8 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · 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.

    Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.1(d)(1) · The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: 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.

    Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including CARI and CHRI background check clearances.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.11(a)(3) · 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.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: 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.

    Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.

    Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

    Corrected by Jul 1, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding placed around them from the floor to a height of at least 48 inches.

    Ensure that all columns in the playground have protective padding from the floor to a height of at least 48 inches.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.3(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e)

    Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required by state and local laws and regulations.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(h)(2) · Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center: is located in a building constructed after 1978; submits documentation to the Office of Licensing of a previous lead paint inspection 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, indicating the center is free of lead-based paint hazards; or submits documentation to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health of; a lead paint inspection and risk assessment 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, within the previous 12 months indicating the presence of lead; and a lead paint risk management plan currently in progress at the center.

    Submit a lead paint risk assessment and a lead paint risk management plan as required.

    Corrected by May 30, 2024

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Oct 13, 2023 — Monitoring
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner.

    Ensure that garbage receptacles are maintained as required, including being covered securely throughout the center.

    Corrected by Nov 20, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Replace stained ceiling tiles on the third floor.

    Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(c)(2) · Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

    Replace inoperable light fixtures throughout the center.

    Corrected by Nov 20, 2023

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Dec 8, 2022 — Monitoring
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · 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.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Dec 21, 2022

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May 18, 2021 — Renewal
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-4.6(a) · The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

    Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet the center's staff records checklist.

    Corrected by Sep 3, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: 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.

    Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet the center's DOH Safe Building Interior Certificate.

    Corrected by Jun 21, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(h)(2)(iii)(1) · Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center submits documentation to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health of a lead paint inspection and risk assessment 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, within the previous 12 months indicating the presence of lead; and

    Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet a copy of the center's current lead paint risk assessment.

    Corrected by Jun 21, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet a copy of the center's NJ DCF Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance along with the water testing results.

    Corrected by Oct 6, 2021

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.9(a)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include

    Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet the center's illness log for a period of at least 30 days.

    Corrected by Dec 1, 2021

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Jan 29, 2020 — Monitoring
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Repair missing wall ceramic tiles in basement bathroom near room 12. 8/24/2020 - Abated based on photos.

    Corrected by Aug 24, 2020

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May 6, 2019 — Renewal,Monitoring,New Sponsor
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) · The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office.

    Corrected by Jun 21, 2019

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(a)(7)(i) · 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 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).

    Corrected by Aug 22, 2019

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.3(a)(2)(i) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e) for children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7.

    Corrected by Aug 22, 2019

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Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Dec 15, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting. in room 7.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Apr 23, 2024 inspection noted: “Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Oct 13, 2023 inspection noted: “Ensure that garbage receptacles are maintained as required, including being covered securely throughout the center.” — what has changed since then?

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