Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Franklin Aftercare
Union, NJ
· Union County
1550 Lindy Terrace,
Union, NJ 07083
Quick Facts
Capacity
140 children
Age Range
6 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 856-9573
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
20FRA0002
License Issued
Aug 26, 2026
Active Through
Aug 26, 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
Franklin School proudly serves a community that is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity. Built in 1931, this colonial style structure is situated on a spacious tree-lined four-acre campus. Franklin School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students in grades kindergarten through four. The typical class has approximately 21 pupils. The teachers, administration and staff work in concert to provide an environment that nurtures learning, academic and personal growth, community spirit and a positive self-image in our students. Each child is encouraged to achieve to his/her fullest potential.
The Franklin School staff implements a strong academic curriculum that encourages skill development in the areas of Language Arts Literacy, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Special area teachers provide instruction in the areas of Health and Physical Education, Art, Vocal Music, Library Science and Computers on a regular basis. Instrumental music lessons, band and orchestra are available to interested third and fourth grade students. The incorporation of a World Languages program in our second through fourth grade classes provides our students with an enjoyable exposure to conversational Spanish.
The Franklin School staff implements a strong academic curriculum that encourages skill development in the areas of Language Arts Literacy, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Special area teachers provide instruction in the areas of Health and Physical Education, Art, Vocal Music, Library Science and Computers on a regular basis. Instrumental music lessons, band and orchestra are available to interested third and fourth grade students. The incorporation of a World Languages program in our second through fourth grade classes provides our students with an enjoyable exposure to conversational Spanish.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours8:50AM - 3:05PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | Life Safety Modification | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-07 | Monitoring,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-01-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-12-16 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-03 | Agency Meeting | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-23 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-05-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-04-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-03-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-21 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2025-01-10 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2024-11-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-09-18 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-06-27 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-05-14 | Renewal,Other | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2024-01-29 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-01-26 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-12-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-11-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-10-18 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-09-05 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-05-16 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-02-28 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-01-26 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2022-12-13 | Monitoring | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-12-13 | Monitoring | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority including job description and responsibilities. - 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. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that there are at least two staff members present at the center at all times who have current first aid and CPR certifications. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. Provide CARI's for 3 staff. - 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. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that staff complete a CHRI background check as required. Provide CHRI's for 3 staff. - 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. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that the completion of the training is documented 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). |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-3.6(a)(3) | Post the center's license in a prominent location. - The center shall give to the parent(s) of every enrolled child and to every staff member, a written Information to Parents document designated by the Office of Licensing and indicating that the center is required to post its license in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-12-13 | Violation | 3A:52-6.6(e)(3) | Post the center's discipline policy in a prominent location. - The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall be posted in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-05-26 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2022-04-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2022-03-04 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2022-01-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2021-12-08 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2021-11-05 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2021-09-20 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2020-08-19 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-08-14 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-05-29 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-04-06 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-03-06 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-01-08 | Monitoring | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-10-22 | Monitoring | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-09-09 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2019-06-21 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
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