Kid Academy Learning Center - Westampton Township NJ Regular Child Care Center

798 WOODLANE RD , Westampton Township NJ 08060
(609) 534-7016
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About the Provider

Description: Our Educational Childcare Philosophy KidAcademy provides educational child care. We are very passionate about providing your child with the tools he or she needs to be successful in life. Stimulating Educational Environment A safe, stimulating environment to create meaningful experiences for your child every day is our daily goal. Highly Trained Childcare Teachers Our highly trained teachers focus on reading, writing and arithmetic and active learning experiences around character building, physical activity, social and emotional development.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 03KID0001
  • Capacity: 179
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Current License Expiration Date: Apr 30, 2024
  • 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
2021-08-20 2021-10-04 3A:52-4.10(b)(2)
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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the CARI check is completed for 1 named staff member.
2021-08-20 2021-07-06 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.

Violation Observed: Wash the children's hands after eating in Room 11.
2021-08-20 2021-11-05 3A:52-4.6(b)(1)
The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience.

Violation Observed: Provide the education and experience for the director.
2021-08-20 2021-11-05 3A:52-4.6(c)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide the education and experience for the head teacher.
2021-07-22 2021-08-05 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv)
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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the mouthed toys are wash and disinfected in Room 10.
2021-07-22 2021-08-05 3A:52-5.3(b)(7)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide mulch on the playground.
2021-07-22 2021-08-05 3A:52-5.2(a)(5)
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.

Violation Observed: Remove the red walking cart from the exit area by Room 11.
2021-07-06 2021-08-20 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 the children are supervised at all times wherein; | a. A named staff member was laying down on her phone while 3 children were sleeping in Room 6. | b. A named staff member was in the hallway putting up paintings on the wall while 6 children were sleeping in Room 11 unsupervised. | 7/22/21 | A named staff member walked in the bathroom while 2 children were in Room 3 unsupervised. | 8/5/2021 | a. A named 5 year old walked out of Room 9 unsupervised. | b. Staff in Room 5 could not see a 2 year old napping on a mat.
2021-07-06 2021-07-22 3A:52-4.3(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the staff knows how many children in their care at all times wherein; | a. Staff in Room 2 stated that they were caring for 9 children when 11 children were present. | b. Staff in Room 6 had to count the children. |
2021-05-20 2021-11-05 3A:52-4.9(a)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, encourage the children ages 2 and up to wear mask.
2021-05-20 2021-07-06 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, Screen staff, children and visitors for fever and other COVID-19 symptoms prior to entry to the program facility each day using one of the two DCF approved screening methods in an outdoor area or in the immediate entryway of the facility.
2021-05-20 2021-07-06 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)
Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be

Violation Observed: "Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, clean the playground equipment between usage from different classes.
2021-05-20 2021-07-06 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after outdoor play.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the children wash their hands with soap and water immediately after outdoor play wherein Room 11 children came inside and started playing and also went to the table.
2021-05-20 2021-07-06 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: "Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, Screen staff, children and visitors for fever and other COVID-19 symptoms prior to entry to the program facility each day using one of the two DCF approved screening methods in an outdoor area or in the immediate entryway of the facility." |
2021-05-20 2021-11-05 3A:52-4.9(a)
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.

Violation Observed: "Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 149, encourage the children ages 2 and up to wear mask."

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Reviews

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John Albanese Oct 10, 2013

KidAcademy Learning Center has been a valued part of our childrens' lives for over 10 years. The staff are professional, the facility is clean, the curriculum is challenging and has enhanced the academic progression of our childrens' primary school years. I would recommend KidAcademy Learning Center of Westampton for anyone that is looking to have their child be involved in a positive, nurturing academic early learning experience!

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