Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Creative Campus at Old York School
Bridgewater, NJ
· Somerset County
500 US Highway 22,
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Quick Facts
Capacity
167 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
150600202
License Issued
Jul 5, 2026
Active Through
Jul 5, 2029
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about The Creative Campus at Old York School. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content.
Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our
review guidelines.
Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.
About the Provider
The Creative Campus at Old York School is a Child Care Center in Bridgewater NJ, with a maximum capacity of 167 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 1/2 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-07-31 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-14 | Re-Inspection,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-03 | Re-Inspection,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-15 | Re-Inspection,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-09 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-05-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-03 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-04 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-04 | Technical Assistance Visit | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-15 | Relocation | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-23 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-06 | Age Change | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-24 | Space Evaluation | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-24 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-24 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) | Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers in room D32. - 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) | Ensure that unapproved space is inaccessible to the children at all times. Room C23 is being used and is not approved by OOL.Rooms C35, C35C, C33 and C20 ae being used by another program during operating hours. - Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) | Cease the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two in room D32. The children were watching a video of a song. - 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 the use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(vi) | Ensure that age and developmentally appropriate seating is provided for all children who no longer need to be held for feeding in room D-32. The children feet could not touch the floor. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: a child who, because of age or developmental readiness, no longer needs to be held for feeding shall be provided with an infant seat, high chair with safety strap, or other age-appropriate seating apparatus, which meets the standards of a recognized safety organization (such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, the American Society for Testing and Materials, or the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission). |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room D37. - 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(i) | Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices in room D32. - Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that 1 staff member 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(3) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the names, addresses and contact information for any authorized individuals allowed to visit and/or take the child from the center. - 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(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1. |
| 2023-04-24 | 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 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) | Ensure that 5 Universal Health Records are 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) |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens that requires additional medication, has current medication. - 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). |
| 2023-04-24 | 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. The center has cleaning supplies under the sink in the classroom which are accessible to the children. - 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that wall fans are kept clean throughout the center. - 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(1) | Ensure that the working refrigerator in room D32 has a thermometer. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, centers operating for more than three consecutive hours shall have a working refrigerator. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) | Provide screens on all doors and windows used for ventilation, in crawl spaces and in attic spaces in room C35. - 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. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Ensure that all televisions, computers, and shelving are secured to a stable surface in room D32. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(5)(ii) | Ensure that outdoor garbage receptacles are maintained as required, including being covered securely throughout the center. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner and located in an outdoor area. |
| 2023-04-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-15 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-15 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-2.3(d)(1) | Ensure that the center adheres to all requirements to prevent comingling in multi-use buildings. The far hallway near the gym is accessible to the other program in the building. - The requirements for co-location of a center within a multi-use building are as follows, the sponsor or sponsor representative of a center that is, or seeks to be, co-located in a multi-use building shall indicate on its application the nature of the co-location. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room D30. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in room D30. - All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff member. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that 5 staff members complete the CHRI clearance 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(b) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. - Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d). |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(4) | Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged as needed. The extinguishers expired in August 2022. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. There was a plug in accessible to the children. it was removed at the time of the 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Repair the holes in the pads that are attached to the stage in the gym. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) | Ensure that all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective coverings in the bathroom in room D37. - Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(c)(2) | Provide adequate lighting throughout the center. Replace the inoperable lights in room D37. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean. Clean the wall vent in room D30. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) | Ensure that all radiators, steam and hot water pipes have protective covers and are maintained in good condition. The cover on the pipes near the sink in room D37 is coming off. - Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Cover the exposed tree roots which poses a tripping hazard. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | 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.The air circulating machines were placed atop a shelf or radiator in the classroom-D37. - 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. |
| 2022-09-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) | Ensure that all bathroom equipment is fastened securely. Fasten the cover over the wall faucet in the girl's bathroom in the hallway. - Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely. |
| 2022-04-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-02-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-02-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-14 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-12-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-10-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-07 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-05-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-03-29 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-06-21 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-10 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Monitoring,Increase | No | Center Inspection |
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Providers in ZIP Code 08807
Looking for Child Care?
Helpful Resources
How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →