Smart Start Academy - Jersey City NJ Regular Child Care Center

462 Central Avenue , jersey city NJ 07307
(201) 461-6161

About the Provider

Description:

We are a learning center that uniquely allows parents to be involved in developing the minds of the future. We strive on our unique approach in developing social, motor, and cognitive skills. 

Additional Information:

We are one of the few school that have an open view policy in Hudson county. We also have a onsite indoor/outdoor playground. Our friendly staff are well trained and fully certified with degrees in early childhood education, speech therapist, p3, ESL, and early communication development. Please join us on one of our fun and exciting open houses. 


Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 100700235
  • Capacity: 45
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, spanish/hindi/french
  • Type of Care: Daytime, Full-Time, Part-Time
  • Transportation: Field Trips
  • Current License Expiration Date: Sep 10, 2025
  • 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
2019-08-09 2019-09-18 3A:52-7.6(b)(6)(iv)(1)
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: a written description of the follow-up action taken by the center, including the follow-up action taken by the center, including application of first aid.

Violation Observed: Ensure the time of parental notification is included on accident reports.
2019-08-09 2019-08-09 3A:52-5.3(a)(10)
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.
2019-08-09 2019-09-18 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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.

Violation Observed: Repair or replace stained ceiling tile on room 3.
2019-08-09 2019-09-18 3A:52-5.2(d)
An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file 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, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

Violation Observed: Ensure fire certificate is up to date.

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