Child Care Center
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Apples & Books Learning Center
Branchburg Park, NJ
· Somerset County
1036 ROUTE 202,
Branchburg Park, NJ 08876
Quick Facts
Capacity
87 children
Age range (listing information)
0 - 13 years
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Type of Care
Before and After School, Full-Time, Kindergarten, Part-Time
Languages
English, Spanish, Indian, Russian and Polish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3
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Contact Information
📞 (908) 429-4275
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
18APP0003
License Issued
Jan 10, 2025
Active Through
Jan 10, 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
Apples and Books Learning Center's mission is to serve the community by offering exceptionally high quality childcare and early childhood education with flexible programs designed to nurture the growing child in a clean, safe and loving environment. Family owned and managed. Serving families since 1995. Homemade meals included with most schedules. Our services include infant and toddler care, preschool, kindergarten, before and after school, and summer camp.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-27 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-08 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-10-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-10 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-11-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-11-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-03 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) | Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan and have the parents sign and date the plan. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(e) | Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are walking in room 5. - The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(a)(1) | Ensure that children under 12 months of age are placed in a face-up position in their sleeping equipment, unless it is contraindicated in writing by the child's health care provider in room 5. - For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. A staff member from room 4 did not clean and disinfect the diaper surface after changing each child. - 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. A staff member in room 4 did not wash the children's hands after changing a diaper. - 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(iii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions or other bodily secretions. A staff member in room 4 did not wash the child's hands have wiping of the nose, - 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 coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(ii) | Ensure that staff from room 4 wash their hands immediately after changing a child's diaper. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after toileting. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) | Ensure that staff from room 4 wash their hands after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal excretions or other bodily fluids. A staff member did not wash their hands after wiping a child's hands. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2022-11-22 | 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). |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. - The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for staff who have a CHRI clearance dated prior to 1/1/21. - 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(b) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. and ensure that the staff sign and date the form. - 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). |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. - 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: 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). |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable at all times throughout the center. - 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) | Provide screens on all windows used for ventilation in room 5. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean in the hallway boy's bathroom. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) | Repair the base of the exit doors of rust in room 4. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Clean the large climber of dirt. - 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Remove all broken and/or rusted toys from the outdoor play area. There were 3 riding toys on the toddler 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. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(b)(2) | Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner. Ensure that the sand box has a cover on the toddler playground. - Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner. |
| 2022-11-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Secure the side of the plastic house that does not have a roof. - 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. |
| 2022-02-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
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