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Child Care and Learning Center of Toms River
Toms River, NJ
· Ocean County
1001 Fisher Blvd,
Toms River, NJ 08753
Quick Facts
Capacity
30 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
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Contact Information
📞 (347) 701-4854
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
150500013
License Issued
Jan 27, 2026
Active Through
Jan 27, 2029
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
Child Care and Learning Center of Toms River is a Child Care Center in Toms River NJ, with a maximum capacity of 30 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-01 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-20 | Complaint,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-01-20 | New Sponsor | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-08 | TA Inspection,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-03 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-09 | Re-Inspection,TA Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-13 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-15 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-05-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-03-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Renewal,Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-22 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-02 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-30 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-16 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-03 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-15 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-13 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-04 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-02 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(7) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Provide current annual staff orientation training documentation on all staff. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6. |
| 2023-05-02 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Ensure all staff hve current Mantoux and medical exam documentation. - 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). |
| 2023-05-02 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the group teacher meets the 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 |
| 2023-05-02 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(viii) | Ensure that bottles are removed when a child falls asleep. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: when a child is bottle-feeding while resting, the bottle shall be removed when the child falls asleep. |
| 2023-03-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-17 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) | Ensure that pac n play sheets are clean and snuggly fitting. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child. |
| 2023-03-01 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(a)(2) | Ensure that each pac n play that is being used by children has the correct mattress. - For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children from 13 to 18 months of age, the center shall provide daily rest and sleep according to the child's physical needs and ensure that blankets or pillows do not cover the child's face. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.9(a) | Based on information, ensure that safe conditions are maintained at all times throughout the center, including ensuring that the center is secured so unauthorized individuals do not have access to the center. - The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Based on information, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. - 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 |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A child was observed unsupervised by the front desk. Additionally, a staff was observed on her phone while caring for the children. On 3/1/23 staff needed to step out of the classroom or answer the door leaving the children unsupervised. - 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. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.6(a)(2) | Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. There is no set time limit for time out for the children. The Center will follow the written discipline policy. - The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be consistent with the age and developmental needs of the children. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-2.6(c) | Based on information, ensure that the center cooperates with DCF inspections and investigations as required, including ensuring that information remains confidential as required. - Whenever the Department, through its Office of Licensing, Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit, or local offices, conducts complaint investigations, the center shall cooperate with all Department investigators. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(5) | Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on 1. Adequate supervision, 2. Maintaining staff/child ratios, 3. Ensuring that the center is secured from unauthorized individuals and 4. Ensuring that a safe environment is maintained at all times. - 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). |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) | Ensure that the pac n play sleeping equipment is labelled with the child's name and is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) | Ensure that all mats and playpens are equipped with all of the required components. Ensure sheets are provided. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that each crib or playpen shall be equipped with |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(iii)(4) | Ensure that all sleeping mats are stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat or that the mats are disinfected after each use as required. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, the center shall provide for each child a crib that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC), Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: each mat used for rest and sleep shall be stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)1. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(f) | Ensure that each child's bedding and sleeping equipment are labeled with the child's name. - When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(iv)(1) | Ensure that soiled disposable diapers are placed in a closed container that has a leak proof lining. Ensure the closed container is not stored on the changing table. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, soiled diapers shall be disposed of as follows, soiled disposable diapers shall be placed in a closed container that is lined with a leakproof or impervious lining. Such diapers shall be removed from the center daily and placed in a closed garbage receptacle outside the building. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(iii) | Ensure that garbage receptacles are maintained as required, including being emptied as needed. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be emptied to the outdoor garbage receptacle when filled. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Ensure that bookcases are secured. - 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. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Secure the broken door in the infant room. - 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. |
| 2023-02-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) | Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center. |
| 2023-01-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff in room 1 stated she had 9 children, then later on remembered that 1 left. - The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. |
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, the staff were all sitting in the 1st classroom while some of the children were napping in rooms 2 and 3. - 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. |
| 2022-12-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.9(a) | Based on information, ensure that the needs of the children are being met at all times throughout the center, including ensuring that children have appropriate footwear for scheduled activities. - The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14. |
| 2022-09-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A child threw a toy at a named child, injuring her eye, while 1 named staff has left the classroom and the other named staff had their back turned doing a diaper change. - 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. |
| 2022-09-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(d) | Based on information, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. - 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 |
| 2022-09-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(3) | Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4. |
| 2022-09-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(4) | Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy, 2. Maintaining staff/child ratios, 3. Providing age appropriate structure and time frames for activities, and 4. Ensuring that children have appropriate footwear for scheduled activities. - Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9. |
| 2022-08-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-25 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) | Based on information, ensure that the children's diapers are changed as needed. A named child had a chemical burn, likely caused by remaining in a wet or soiled diaper for a prolonged period of time. The named staff would have observed the marks on the child if the diaper had been changed as needed. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled. |
| 2022-08-25 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required. - 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. |
| 2022-08-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff in each room had to count how many children they had in their care. - The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. |
| 2022-08-01 | 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. |
| 2022-08-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name. - All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name. |
| 2022-08-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(v) | Ensure that unused food is labeled and stored appropriately and discarded by the end of the day if not consumed. - All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: unused portions of food shall be labeled with the child's name, date, and type of food. The food shall be stored in the refrigerator, returned to the parent, or discarded with the parent's consent. All unused food shall be discarded if not consumed by the end of the day. |
| 2022-06-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
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