Child Care Center
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Alphabets Preschool Center, Inc.
Asbury Park, NJ
· Monmouth County
701 Grand Avenue,
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Quick Facts
Capacity
118 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Contact Information
📞 (732) 775-1582
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
13ALP0001
License Issued
Dec 3, 2025
Active Through
Dec 3, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
Jessica
2017-01-26 17:19:58
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months
I love this preschool!!! My son Jayce has learned so much within the two years he's attended. When it was time for kindergarten, his new school was surprised that he knew as much as he did and how well his behavior was. From experience, in my opinion, this is the best preschool in asbury park!!!
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About the Provider
Alphabets Preschool Center is dedicated to providing a safe, loving and stimulating environment for Asbury Park children ages 3 to 5 years old to experience growth in all areas of development; and to promoting a love of learning through family involvement and the use of an age appropriate curriculum that addresses each child's individual needs.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-07-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-05-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-08-08 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-06-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-22 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-22 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Ensure that all televisions, computers, and shelving are secured to a stable surface. Remove the overloaded boxes from the aisle. - 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. |
| 2023-02-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in the 2nd bathroom on the 1st floor. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-02-22 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(c) | Provide a current health certificate as required. - If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain 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. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. |
| 2023-01-31 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-12-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-11-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-10-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Complete accident reports as required, including the name of the injured child. Maintain an accident log/file. - 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: the name of the injured child. |
| 2022-07-12 | 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. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2022-07-12 | 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. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal. CHRI clearance letters must be dated after 1/1/2021. - 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. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-7.11(a)(1) | Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families the center's communicable disease policy and that it includes the list of symptoms for which a child will be excluded from the center. Ensure the policy contains the DOH website, - Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: the list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1©. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time. - Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-2.1(b) | Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and all required documents. - A person applying for an initial license or renewal license to operate a center or relocation of a center shall submit a completed application to the Office of Licensing at least 45 days prior to the anticipated opening of the center or to the expiration of its existing regular license. |
| 2022-07-12 | 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. - 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. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist. - 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 child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment. |
| 2022-07-12 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d). |
| 2022-03-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-08-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-08-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-01-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-12-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-10-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-06-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-05-29 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
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