International Children's Academy - Budd Lake NJ Regular Child Care Center

150 Clark Drive , Budd Lake NJ 07828
(973) 446-0016

About the Provider

Description: International Children's Academy is a Regular Child Care Center in Budd Lake NJ, with a maximum capacity of 126 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 190200014
  • Capacity: 126
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Current License Expiration Date: Aug 21, 2025
  • District Office: New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-667-9845 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2023-05-22 2023-06-02 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2)
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 area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the diapering area sink is not used for food preparation in Room 1/2.
2023-05-22 2023-06-02 3A:52-4.3(c)
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

Violation Observed: Based on complaint 22078, Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. The center did not maintain ratios in the infant rooms during the early morning hours on 5/2/23 and 5/12/23.
2023-05-22 2023-06-02 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii)
Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Violation Observed: Based on complaint 22078, Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. Room 1 has a capacity of 13 and 14 children were present. Room 7 has a capacity of 19 and 21 children were present.
2023-05-22 2023-06-02 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v)
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, bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects sippy cups and other feeding equipment after each use in Room 2.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

Violation Observed: Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a diaper.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in Room 2.
2023-03-09 2023-03-09 3A:52-7.5(b)(3)
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: all medication and health care equipment shall be kept either in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children.

Violation Observed: Ensure diaper cream is inaccessible to children in the bathroom in room 8. The center took immediate action and moved the diaper cream out of reach of children.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-7.7(b)(2)
Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all sandboxes used in the outdoor play areas are covered when not in use.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-4.3(a)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times in Room 1. Staff left the room several times leaving the children unattended to answer the door.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-4.3(a)(2)
The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff have completed training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children during the times of drop off.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-4.3(c)
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

Violation Observed: Based on complaint, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, Room 8 had 14 children ranging from 2.5 - 5 years old with 1 staff present wherein 2 staff were needed.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-4.4(a)(2)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

Violation Observed: Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii)
Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. Room 6 has a capacity of 12 and 13 children were present.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-6.1(e)
The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking.

Violation Observed: Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking in room 2.
2023-03-09 2023-03-23 3A:52-6.6(e)(3)
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.

Violation Observed: Post the center's discipline policy in a prominent location.

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