Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Learning Experience
Hillsborough, NJ
· Somerset County
345 Auten Road,
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Quick Facts
Capacity
183 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Type of Care
After School, Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Full-Time, Part-Time
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (908) 369-3904
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
18LEA0011
License Issued
Mar 5, 2025
Active Through
Mar 5, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
Accreditation
2014 Center of Excellence, 2015 Center of Excellence`
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
Early childhood is a time of remarkable brain development. The education that children receive during these years creates the foundation for their future growth, development and learning potential.
At The Learning Experience®, we are dedicated to cultivating creative, compassionate and innovative young minds through our proprietary curriculum and enrichment programs that increase learning during six critical stages of early development. Our programs have been built to help children maximize their cognitive, physical and social potential. Or as we say at TLE®, we help children "learn, play and grow!"
We believe that how children learn is as important as what they learn, that's why our educational programs are designed to inspire children's love of learning through hands-on lessons that make their educational experience fun! Daily lessons promote positive engagement throughout the day and include phonics, sign language, manners and etiquette, philanthropy, foreign language and hands-on technology. Enrichment programs such as yoga, soccer, drama, dance and music are also offered at no additional cost.
Whether you have an inquisitive infant, tenacious toddler or passionate preschooler, put your child on the path to success and discover how we help children reach their full potential at The Learning Experience®!
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-10 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-15 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-15 | Re-Inspection,Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-25 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-23 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-19 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-11-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-29 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-14 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-31 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-26 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-11 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-11 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-30 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(7) | Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center's discipline policy. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6. |
| 2023-03-30 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff. - 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. |
| 2023-03-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-18 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-18 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) | Maintain space requirements for all rooms approved by OOL for children's use. Room 4 is being used as a storage. - 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. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(g)(2) | Ensure that classrooms that care for children under 18 months of age provide at least four different activity areas and that each area contains at least four types of supplies and equipment in room 1. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children less than 18 months of age shall provide at least four types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, sensory; language and dramatic play; manipulative; building; large muscle; music; or other comparable activities; and at least four types of supplies and equipment for each activity area chosen by the center. |
| 2023-01-18 | 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. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) | Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan. There are 2 plans missing a parental signature in room 2. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Based on complaint #21729, ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed in room 2. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) | Ensure that diapering surfaces are in good repair in room 3. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that toilets are maintained in operating and sanitary condition in room 9. - 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. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all surfaces are clean in room 5. Clean the wall near the bathroom and clean the walls in the classroom of crayons. - 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. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(c)(2) | Provide adequate lighting in the bathroom in room 8. - 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. |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Ensure that all computers are secured to a stable surface in room 8. - 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. |
| 2022-06-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-06-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-21 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Based on report, retrain the 3 named staff on the center's supervision policy. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-06-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Ensure that all health and safety and well being of the children at all times. Remove the rolled up carpet from the lobby area. - The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. |
| 2022-03-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience. |
| 2022-01-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2021-12-28 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-12-21 | Increase | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-11-16 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-07-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-05-07 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-08-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-06-17 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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