Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Kiddie Academy of Colonia
Colonia, NJ
· Middlesex County
302 West Inman Avenue,
Colonia, NJ 07067
Quick Facts
Capacity
120 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Contact Information
📞 (732) 800-8818
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CCC118714
License Issued
Aug 18, 2025
Active Through
Aug 18, 2028
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
Kiddie Academy of Colonia is a Child Care Center in Colonia NJ, with a maximum capacity of 120 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 06:45 AM - 06:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:45 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday06:45 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday06:45 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday06:45 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday06:45 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-27 | No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-29 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-02-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-10 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-26 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-04-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-03-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-09 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-03 | Complaint,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-09 | Complaint,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-30 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-03 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-02 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-20 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-15 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-04 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-29 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-19 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-19 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times in Room 5. Observed staff on cell phone while assisting with toileting. - 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. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times in Room 8. - 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. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(4) | Ensure that both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided in Room 5. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) | Based on Complaint #22319, ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury. - The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Based on Complaint #22319, complete accident reports as required. - The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in Room 5. - 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, diapering surfaces. |
| 2023-07-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(8) | Retrain all staff on centers policies on reporting and completing accident/injury reports. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11. |
| 2023-07-10 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-10 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in Room 6. - 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. |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Based on Complaint, #22274, ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after diaper changes throughout the center. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) | Based on Complaint #22274, ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal excretions or other bodily fluids throughout the center. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(e)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the head teacher is able to spend time in Room 6 in order to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of the program. - For early childhood programs the head teacher shall be scheduled to plan, discuss and observe the implementation of program activities by staff members for all groups of children. |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Retrain all staff on center's health practices, including handwashing and washing and disinfecting surfaces. - Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3. |
| 2023-07-10 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(3)(ii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in Room 6. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers that toilet train children shall ensure that toilet training chairs are not used in kitchens or in the immediate area where meals are being served. |
| 2023-06-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) | Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children in Room 5. - The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in Room 1. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in Room 5. - The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in Room 7. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before serving food in Room 3. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a diaper in Room 3. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff completes a CHRI background check as required. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(b)(1) | Hire and submit documentation to credential a director. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Hire and submit documentation to credential a head teacher. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. - The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office. |
| 2023-06-19 | 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | 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). |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in Room 6. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Clean vents throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) | Secure molding in Room 3. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Remove storage from bathroom in Room 3. - 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. |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed in Room 1. - 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 using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2023-04-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-03-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-10 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-10 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times in Room 8. Observed 15 children, ages 4 and 5, in a room with 1 staff. - 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 |
| 2022-11-14 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-14 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-14 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(d)(1) | Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Based on Complaint #21440, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times in Room 7. Observed 16 children ages 3-5 with one staff. - 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 |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) | Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants in Room 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. - 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times in bathroom in Room 5. - 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food in Room 6. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in Room 7. - 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(1) | Ensure that time frames for each activity are both age and developmentally appropriate for the children served in Room 3. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date in Room 2. - 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child in Room 2. - 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. |
| 2022-11-14 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in Room 7. - The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. |
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