Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Lakewood Multicultural Preschool
Lakewood, NJ
· Ocean County
100 Ridge Ave,
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Quick Facts
Capacity
111 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
15LAK0002
License Issued
Sep 25, 2025
Active Through
Sep 25, 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
Lakewood Multicultural Preschool is a Child Care Center in Lakewood NJ, with a maximum capacity of 111 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 07:45 AM - 05:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:45 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tuesday07:45 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wednesday07:45 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thursday07:45 AM - 05:00 PM
- Friday07:45 AM - 05:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-09 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-28 | Monitoring,Life Safety Modification | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-31 | Re-Inspection,Life Safety Modification | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-19 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-19 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-31 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-05 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-04-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-03-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-17 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-17 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-17 | Violation | 3A:52-3.6(b)(1) | Based on complain #21425, ensure that the center allows parents access to the center at any time. The center was still not allowing parents in the building with their child. - The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document. The center shall maintain on file a copy of the Information to Parents document. |
| 2022-10-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-26 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-26 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(4) | Ensure that food delivered to the center is stored in a safe and sanitary manner. Food was being stored on the floors in the hallway and kitchen and in the kitchen sink. - All centers shall comply with the following requirements, if the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure the center's staff records checklist is updated and includes new staff. - 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). |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all exits and egress areas are easily operable. The exit door out of room 5 opens however it needs to be repaired so that it is easily operable. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. There are 5 missing CARI checks. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete a CHRI background check as required. There are 5 missing CHRI clearances. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. Provide documentation of current orientation training. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Provide documentation for at least two staff who 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Provide documentation of current comprehensive general liability insurance policy. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(c) | Provide a current health certificate as required. - If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Provide documentation of 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.3-23-23: Center has not conducted a fire drill since August 2022. The center will need to conduct monthly fire drills. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1) | Provide documentation of the center's emergency plans that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. Room 1 had 14 children ages 3 to 5 with 1 staff when 2 staff were required. - 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 |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(4) | Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged as needed. - Fire prevention requirements are as follows: all fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected once a month, and serviced and tagged at least once a year and recharged, if necessary, as specified in the NJUFC. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure all toilets are flushed after using. A toilet in room three had urine in it. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure dirty dishes are not stored in the kitchen sink and all dishes are cleaned. There were dirty spoons and bowls in the kitchen sink from the previous day. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Clean the ceiling vents in the hallway and room 3 bathroom. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(c)(2) | Repair the light in the room 5 bathroom that is not working. - Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. There was a bottle of disinfectant cleaner on the floor in the bathroom which was accessible to children. Abated at the time of 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Remove all garbage and masks from the ground in the outdoor play area. - 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. |
| 2022-07-26 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(d)(1) | Ensure that the center gets individual written permission slips signed by a parent for each child for each proposed field trip. - Staff member(s) shall inform the parent(s) of enrolled children in advance of any field trip(s), outing(s), or special event(s) involving the transportation of children away from the center. The center shall inform parents whether a school bus, other approved school vehicle, or private passenger vehicle will be used, and whether the driver will be a staff member, a parent, or another person. The center shall provide each parent with the name and telephone number of any bus company providing service. Before taking a child on such afield trip, outing, or special event, the center shall secure individual written consent slips signed by a parent for his or her child(ren) for each proposed field trip, outing or special event. |
| 2022-06-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-04-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-12-09 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-10-19 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-07-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-04-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-03-26 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-05-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-16 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-01-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-10-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-09-25 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-09-18 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-19 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-19 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-28 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
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