Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Milestones Child Care Academy
North Haledon, NJ
· Passaic County
885 Belmont Avenue,
North Haledon, NJ 07508
Quick Facts
Capacity
79 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 310-3875
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
091200048
License Issued
May 28, 2026
Active Through
May 28, 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
We are committed to the development and growth of children through a high-quality Early Childhood program. We are a family owned business and strive to provide the best care for your child.
Our focus is maintained on the progress of each child and helping them to reach all age appropriate achievement.
Milestones Child Care Academy is an experienced EduCare facility. At MCCA, we provide a warm, nurturing and safe environment for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. We foster the growth and development of each child by providing guidance to ensure social, emotional, physical and academic progression.
Our focus is maintained on the progress of each child and helping them to reach all age appropriate achievement.
Milestones Child Care Academy is an experienced EduCare facility. At MCCA, we provide a warm, nurturing and safe environment for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. We foster the growth and development of each child by providing guidance to ensure social, emotional, physical and academic progression.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-29 | New Sponsor | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-10 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-07 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-12-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-15 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-19 | Monitoring,Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-20 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-23 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-25 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-25 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-20 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(4) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect.Retrain all staff on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Provide proof of training, materials used and obtain all staff signatures. - Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. - In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(2) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. - In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include special needs programming and program development. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(3) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. - In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include social-emotional and behavioral development for young children. |
| 2023-06-20 | 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.Ensure that the table of organization is updated. Ensure that all credentialed staff have the correct titles and job descriptions are provided. - 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. |
| 2023-06-20 | 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.1 staff CHRI pending. - 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. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition.Clean classroom vent in Room 2. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii) | Ensure that the center complies with the conditions of the manual if the water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper.Provide a copy of current water test results: 2021. - 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 applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) | Ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children.At the time of the inspection, the temperature in the Infant room was 61 degrees. - Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms. |
| 2022-04-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-02-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-24 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | 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. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all sunscreens are inaccessible to the children in Room 4. Staff moved the sunscreens 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. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Repair the peeling paint in Room 3. - 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. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(1) | Ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to the children have protective coverings. Repair the area around the electrical outlet in Room 3 so the children cannot access it. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean the 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. |
| 2022-01-24 | 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. Replace the infant feeding table safety straps in Room 1. - 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. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. - 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 applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center. |
| 2021-02-25 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-02-04 | Age Change | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-01-21 | Monitoring,New Sponsor | No | Center Inspection |
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