Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Bright Beginnings Academy
Sewell, NJ
· Gloucester County
315 FRIES MILL RD,
Sewell, NJ 08080
Quick Facts
Capacity
218 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Rate Range
$375 - $995
Type of Care
Before and After School, Daytime, Full-Time, Kindergarten, Part-Time
Transportation
, Field Trips
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3
Contact Information
📞 (856) 582-1144
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
08BRI0001
License Issued
Jul 21, 2026
Active Through
Jul 21, 2029
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
Accreditation
Part of Grow NJ
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
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About the Provider
We are Private Pre-School & Elementary School in South Jersey. We have CPR and First Aid certified staff. Our teachers are 4 year degreed in classrooms ages 3years and up. Our SEWELL location is licensed for ages 6weeks to 1st Grade.
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Hours of Operation
- Monday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-03 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-15 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-30 | Re-Inspection,TA Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-18 | Life Safety Modification,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-12 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-05 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-04 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-02 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-29 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-18 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-18 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Submit the head teacher's required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Submit the group teacher's required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) | Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with vomit in Room #3. - 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file an updated 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). |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) | Ensure that the center documents the completion of staff development hours on the Staff Records Checklist. - The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b). |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7)(i) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log that includes the child's name and parent authorization to administer medication. - 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 maintain on file a record of the following the child's name and parental authorization for the center to administer medication or health care procedures. |
| 2023-05-18 | 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). |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all ceiling ventilation in a clean and rust free condition throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) | Repair and/or paint the walls and other surfaces as required. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | 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 upon renewal. - 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Recertify resilient surfacing on the toddler play area. - 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Remove tree stumps on outdoor play area. - 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. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(f)(1) | Repair or replace platforms throughout the center. - Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2) | Ensure that the center develops and implements job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(3) | Ensure that the sponsor representative completes a CARI background check as required. - 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 the sponsor or sponsor representative refuses to consent to a CARI background check, the Department shall deny the application or suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew the license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, as applicable. The sponsor or sponsor representative may appeal the denial, suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew to the Department, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-2.5. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(2) | Ensure that the sponsor representative provides all of the required information needed to complete a CHRI background check. - 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 provide the identifying information and documentation to the State-authorized vendor as necessary to conduct a CHRI background check, including the individual’s name, address, date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, sex, race, height, weight, hair color, eye color, Social Security number, and the center’s license number. |
| 2023-05-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) | Ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled. - Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room. |
| 2022-11-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-24 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-24 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(d) | Based on complaint 21368, the center needs to ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center, including during nap and rest time and accurately document according to procedure. - The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in 3A:52-4.3(d) 1, 2, and 3 are met:Age Staff/Child RatioUnder 18 months - 1:1018 months to under 2 ½ years - 1:122 ½ years and above - 1:20 |
| 2022-10-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Based on complaint 21368, the center needs to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served, including when assisting a child with toileting procedures. - 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. |
| 2022-09-26 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-26 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. - 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. |
| 2022-09-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Remove overgrown vegetation from the outdoor play area. - 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. |
| 2022-04-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-22 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-22 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-29 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-05-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-04-20 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
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