Child Care Center
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Little Genius Planet Franklin Park
Franklin Park, NJ
· Somerset County
3081 NJ-27,
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
Quick Facts
Capacity
77 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 452-4676
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CCC122023
License Issued
Sep 17, 2026
Active Through
Sep 17, 2029
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
Little Genius Planet Franklin Park is a Child Care Center in Franklin Park NJ, with a maximum capacity of 77 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 06:30 AM - 06:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-12 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-05-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-03-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-02-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-28 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-04 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-26 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-13 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-02 | New Space | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Repair the plastic house on the large playground which recently opened for the children to use. The house is coming apart on 2 sides and the roof is a pinching issue. - 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. |
| 2023-05-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) | Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment in room 4. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date. At the time of the inspection, the staff labeled the bottle with a date. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 4. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i)(2) | Ensure that all cribs and playpens are equipped with all of the required components, including a clean, snugly fitting sheet. - 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 each crib or playpen shall be equipped with a clean, snugly fitting sheet. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) | Ensure that all cribs meet CPSC standards and that the CPSC documentation is maintained on file at the center. - 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 |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in room 1A. the staff stated that when cleaning toys, she omitted the cleaning of soap and water . - All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces as required. The children's cups were stacked into each other after using the cup in room 4. - The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2) | Ensure that the center develops and implements job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL to include the staff physical record and TB test results. - 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). |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that 1 staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist. - The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(4) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the name, address insurance information and telephone number of the child's health care provider. - The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) | Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e) |
| 2023-03-29 | 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(3)(ii) | Ensure that the center has a copy of the American Red Cross First Aid Manual or its equivalent. - First aid requirements are as follows: the following equipment shall be placed in a location that is convenient and accessible to staff members the American Red Cross First Aid Manual or its equivalent. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-2.4(a)(13) | Post a sign in a prominent location prohibiting smoking during the center's operating hours. - The Office of Licensing may deny an application or suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval for good cause, including failure to comply with the provisions of P.L. 1998, c. 35, which prohibit smoking in child care centers, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(d). |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(c) | Provide a current health certificate as required for the catering company. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(ii) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include the name, address and telephone number of the physician or health care facility to be used in emergencies. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating the name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iv) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include the hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating the hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(ix) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include the procedures for ensuring the children's safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster and other emergencies. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(ix)(1) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include the plan for informing parents of their children's whereabouts. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate the plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(v) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include the telephone number for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating the telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(vii) | Ensure that the center's written emergency plans include a diagram showing how the center and the outdoor play area are to be evacuated in case of emergency. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating a diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(3) | Ensure that the center will provide the appropriate law enforcement agency or emergency management office all required information. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(3)(vii) | Ensure that the center provides the plan for reuniting the children with their parents to the appropriate law enforcement agency or emergency management office as required. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of the plan for reuniting children with their parents. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(f)(1) | Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of soap, toilet paper and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels in room 1A, 1B, 2, 3, 4. - Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that the wash basins are maintained in operating and sanitary condition in room 4. The sink was slow to drain. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean in room 9. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) | Provide screens on all doors and windows used for ventilation in the multipurpose room. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Repair the pour-n-place of holes and cracks. - 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. |
| 2023-03-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(2) | Provide 1 evacuation crib for every 4 non- ambulatory children. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, 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 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: |
| 2023-02-13 | Initial | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-13 | Initial | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(7) | Submit a No Further Action (NFA) or Child Care/Educational Facility Approval Letter from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) or a Response Action Outcome Letter (RAO) from a Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) for the site. - Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a No Further Action letter, Child Care Facility Approval letter, RESPONSE Action Outcome letter, or other approval, which indicates that no further remediation is needed for the site from the Department of Environmental Protection, which indicates that no further remediation is needed for the site on which the center is located. |
| 2023-02-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) | Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. - Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. |
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