The Learning Experience at Somerset, LLC - Somerset NJ Regular Child Care Center

12 CEDAR GROVE LA , SOMERSET NJ 08873
(732) 868-1919
3 Reviews

About the Provider

Description: We believe that each child deserves to grow and learn at their own pace. TLE provides the tools that help our children develop to their greatest potential. State of the art early learning centers located in eighteen states offering a comprehensive curric

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 18LEA0009
  • Capacity: 180
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Current License Expiration Date: Feb 02, 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
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-4.4(a)(2)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of six toddlers in room 5.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii)
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.

Violation Observed: Maintain space requirements for all rooms approved by OOL for children's use in room 9. The room is being used as for storage.
2023-03-01 2023-05-12 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the date in room 2.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(ii)
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: each cot or mat used for rest and sleep shall be covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering. An additional covering shall be provided for use as a covering for each child.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the mattress used for rest and sleep is covered with a sheet in room 2.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)
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

Violation Observed: Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair in room 11.
2023-03-01 2023-05-12 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)
Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the diapering mat in room 4.
2023-03-01 2023-05-12 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv)
The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in room 11.
2023-03-01 2023-05-12 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately

Violation Observed: Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after changing a diaper in room 4.
2023-03-01 3A:52-4.11(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-4.8(b)
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).

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-7.5(b)(10)
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).

Violation Observed: Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. The special care states that a child needs medication which was not available at the center.
2023-03-01 2023-03-01 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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 12. The cabinet door was unlocked where there was cleaning wipes. The lock on the cabinet was locked at the time of the inspection.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 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: Ensure that all surfaces are kept in good repair in room 11. The cushion in the book area is torn.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-5.3(c)(2)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide adequate lighting in room 4. There are two lights that are not operable.
2023-03-01 2023-04-17 3A:52-5.3(a)(17)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all computer monitors are secured to a stable surface throughout the center.

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Reviews

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Erika Jul 10, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Absolutely love this daycare. Will send any one here!

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Caitie Jul 07, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My toddler absolutely adores the staff at The Learning Experience. The center is always clean and organized, the security is great, the teachers are fantastic. I have only great things to say and would recommend this daycare to anyone.

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Alexis Jul 01, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My son absolutely adores The Learning Experience in Somerset,NJ. The facility is very clean and they offer great techniques in learning. Everyday is a new adventure for him. The staff is amazing, they definitely give my child the attention he needs. The school meal are healthy which is a plus. Hands down I'm happy that I put him in this school. This school is most certainly a second home for him.

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