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Kangaroo Kids Child Care & Learning Center
Branchburg, NJ
· Somerset County
1047 ROUTE 28,
Branchburg, NJ 08876
Quick Facts
Capacity
147 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Type of Care
After School, Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Full-Time, Kindergarten, Part-Time
Transportation
Field Trips, To/From School
Languages
English, Chinese and Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
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Contact Information
📞 (908) 231-7800
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
18KAN0001
License Issued
Apr 18, 2024
Active Through
Apr 18, 2027
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
Accreditation
Accredited by NAEYC
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
KANGAROO KIDS is a leading provider of high quality education and care for young children. Since 1991 we have helped children learn and grow in an environment that builds lifelong memories and a strong educational foundation for the future. You can trust your child will be well cared for, well educated and enjoy the process of learning. Kangaroo Kids provides year round care and education for children from 6 weeks to 10 years through preschool programs, before and after school activities, summer camp and full day private school kindergarten. is a leading provider of high quality education and care for young children. You can trust your child will be well cared for and enjoy the process of learning.
Additional Information:
Kangaroo Kids has one of the lowest turnover rates of any school in the country. The national turnover is 30% but at Kangaroo Kids we are happy to report EVERY lead teacher has been with Kangaroo Kids for Seven or more years! This provides a secure and stable foundation for children and families where relationship can flourish.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Tuesday6:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Wednesday6:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Thursday6:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Friday6:30 am - 6:30 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-26 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-04 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-07 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-12 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that 1 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. |
| 2023-03-07 | 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. Ensure that the medication is provided as per special care plan. - 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). |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. There was hand sanitizer available to the children and was removed at the time of the inspection. - 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. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Ensure that all indoor and outdoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. There was a computer cord hanging down in the reading area in the kindergarten room. During the inspection, the item was removed. - 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. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Clean the large climbing equipment on the large playground 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. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) | Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean in room 1. At the time of the inspection, the microwave was cleaned. - 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. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) | Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair. The diapering mat had a hole. At the time of the inspection, the torn mat was replaced. - 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 surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair. |
| 2023-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(b)(2) | Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner. The sandbox cover was missing. At the time of the inspection, the sandbox was covered. - Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner. |
| 2022-11-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-10-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-06-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date in room 6.. - 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) | Ensure that sleeping equipment is free of loose fitting sheets and other hazards when occupied by a sleeping child. - 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative provide 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meets the 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. - 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | 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). |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time. - Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that diaper ointments are inaccessible to the children in room 4. - 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that the wash basins are maintained in operating and sanitary condition in room 2. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean in room 3 at white board. - 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. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean in room 5. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-05-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed on the small playground. There are 2 holes in the turf and pose a tripping hazard. - 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. |
| 2021-07-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-04-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-05 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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