Child Care Center
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Amie and Dean Investments LLCdbaThe Lrng.Experience
Hackettstown, NJ
· Warren County
1885 Route 57,
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Quick Facts
Capacity
173 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
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Contact Information
📞 (908) 850-1222
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
21JAC0002
License Issued
Jul 28, 2025
Active Through
Jul 28, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
The Learning Experience? Child Development Center has over 25 years of experience in providing children with the tools and the environment necessary to achieve their highest potential. Each staff member is a loving and nurturing individual with exceptional credentials. Teachers and assistants must follow strict guidelines and meet all state certification requirements. Everyone is encouraged to participate in our sponsored continuing education programs and mandatory First Aid training and CPR courses are provided annually. Consistent evaluations by superiors and parents help maintain the center's high standard of excellence for its personnel.
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-30 | Re-Inspection,TA Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-26 | Re-Inspection,Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-22 | Complaint,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-27 | Monitoring,TA Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-01-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-12-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-12-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-17 | Other,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-03 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-04-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-09 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-12-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-11-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-10-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-08-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-23 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-23 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-23 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center wherein a child was left alone in the classroom with an individual not affiliated with the center. - 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. |
| 2023-05-23 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(j)(1)(ii) | Ensure that the center follows their expulsion policy by providing written notice to the parent. - 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 method that the center will use to notify parents of concerns that could lead to expulsion, such as written notification or a parent conference. |
| 2023-05-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-30 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) | Ensure that the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition. Repair the broken and damaged fences around and in between both playgrounds. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition. |
| 2023-03-30 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Repair the damaged slides and climbing ladder on the preschool playground. - Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors. |
| 2023-02-24 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-24 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(5) | Ensure that all staff complete training on evacuating the center to the alternate indoor location. - Topics of orientation training shall include evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l). |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Repair the weather stripping at the bottom of the exit door in room 123. - 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. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair above the window in room 130. - 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. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed in room 128. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) | Ensure that all cribs, and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit in room 109. The center took immediate action and arranged the cribs so that there is no obstruction to the exit. - 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. |
| 2023-02-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Repair the ripped black netting material protruding out from underneath the mulch on the playground. - 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. |
| 2022-12-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-15 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-15 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-29 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-29 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. The center must ensure that diaper changes are conducted on a regular basis throughout the day as required by OOL and the center's policies. - 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. |
| 2022-07-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(7) | Ensure that the use of television, computers, and other video equipment is for educational and instructional use, is age and developmentally appropriate, is not used as a substitute for planned activities, and is not used for passive viewing or to contain children during morning transition times. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. |
| 2022-07-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) | Cease the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. |
| 2022-07-26 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-05 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(a)(4)(iii) | Provide alternative quiet activities for children who have rested or slept for 30 minutes and do not appear to need additional rest or sleep. - For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children over the age of 18 months and under the age of four years, the center shall provide an alternative quiet activity for each child who has rested or slept for 30 minutes and does not appear to need additional rest or sleep. |
| 2022-04-05 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. The certificate on file expired 10/6/21. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-03-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-22 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center at all times, including transitions times such as morning arrivals. - The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f):Age Staff/Child RatioUnder 18 months - 1:418 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:62 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:104 years - 1:125 years and older - 1:15 |
| 2022-03-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations , sanitize the following surfaces between use: thermometers used for entry screening, and the computer touch screen used for parents to check children into the center . - 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. |
| 2022-02-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-21 | Renewal,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-21 | Renewal,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) | Cease the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in Room 114. - 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, diapering surfaces. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed in Room 114. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a child's diaper in Room 114. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) | Ensure that diapering surfaces are cleaned using a 2-step process after each use. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a Renewal CHRI background check as required. - 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). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures. Re-train all staff in the center's diaper changing policy and procedures and submit proof of the re-training to OOL. - Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 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. - 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. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(d) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) | Ensure that all cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit. Ensure no equipment is blocking the emergency egress door at any time. - 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. |
| 2022-01-21 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. - 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. |
| 2021-12-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-11-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-09 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-07-19 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-05-28 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-08 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-09-05 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
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