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Hoboken Children's Academy

501 Willow Avenue & 1131 Washington Street · Midtown

B
B · 75/100 — weighted 50% safety & compliance, 35% parent sentiment, 15% program quality.
B
Safety & compliance30 inspections on record · 0 open · 1.53 findings per inspection (town median 1.46)
B+
Parent sentiment4.8 stars across 13 Google reviews
Program qualityno Grow NJ Kids rating (voluntary program) or named curriculum
Cost & waitlistno approved submissions yet

The facts

Address501 Willow Avenue & 1131 Washington Street
Phone201-656-5700
WebsiteVisit site ↗
Ages6 weeks – 3 years
Hours7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
NeighborhoodMidtown
Google rating4.8 ★ (13 reviews) ↗
Licensed capacity40 children
License071100104
WaitlistWaitlist common; contact 2 months before target start
Tuition~$2,650/mo infants
2021 estimate — verify with the center

What parents should know

  • Two Hoboken locations
  • Organic snacks from 6 months+; full meals from 12 months — all included
  • Live webcam access for parents
  • Sippy cups, cribs & bedding all provided

What reviews say

4.8 stars across 13 reviews. Parents consistently praise the healthy, non-processed meal program and the genuinely caring staff. 'Teachers are loving, creative, and attentive — we feel lucky every day.'

Read all 13 Google reviews ↗

State licensing & inspection history

Last inspected 11/25/2025 (Email)  ·  30 inspections on record  ·  0 open · 46 corrected
Corrected — resolved
3A:52-5.3(o)(1)  ·  cited 10/22/2025
Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications are present at the center at all times and that the training includes a hands-on
✓ Corrected 11/25/2025
3A:52-6.6(a)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Based on information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline. A named staff aggressively grabbed, pulled and pushed a named child, including placing
✓ Corrected 8/18/2025
3A:52-4.8(a)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's discipline policy.
✓ Corrected 8/21/2025
3A:52-4.10(a)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-4.1(d)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that all staff have a Mantoux and physical on file.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-7.8(a)(4)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diaper changes in the infant room.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diaper changes in the infant room
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-7.5(b)(10)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and em
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-6.4(b)(2)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure to label the cots with children's names in room 2 and room 3.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-6.2(a)(1)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that all high chairs have the straps in the infant room.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(m)(2)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Arrange cribs, cots, and sleeping equipment to provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(l)(4)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(a)(16)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Repair the chipping paint on the faucet in room 2 bathroom.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
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
✓ Corrected 8/19/2025
3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in the infant room.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(p)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Repair or replace the block area toy shelf in room 3.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-5.3(r)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.
✓ Corrected 8/18/2025
3A:52-2.1(b)  ·  cited 8/18/2025
Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and Renewal fee for the center's license renewal.
✓ Corrected 10/22/2025
3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.
✓ Corrected 8/21/2024
3A:52-5.2(c)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Provide a current health certificate as required.
✓ Corrected 1/7/2025
3A:52-4.6(a)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
✓ Corrected 8/2/2024
3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Ensure that the center has an updated table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions.
✓ Corrected 8/2/2024
3A:52-3.4(a)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
✓ Corrected 8/2/2024
3A:52-6.8(k)(1)  ·  cited 8/1/2024
Ensure that the center updates the social media policy.
✓ Corrected 8/2/2024
3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii)  ·  cited 4/17/2023
Ensure that crib only crib mattresses are placed in cribs that children occupy. In the Infant Room, several cribs had folded blankets under the crib mattresses.
✓ Corrected 4/17/2023
3A:52-4.5(e)(8)  ·  cited 4/17/2023
Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years do a retraining of Safe Sleep Practice and maintain on file record of this training. There were blankets under several
✓ Corrected 4/24/2023
3A:52-4.6(a)  ·  cited 4/17/2023
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL that includes all current staff. One staff member is not listed on the Staff Reco
✓ Corrected 7/21/2023
3A:52-4.11(a)(1)  ·  cited 4/17/2023
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. One staff member is missing her CHRI for this location.
✓ Corrected 7/21/2023
3A:52-4.10(a)(1)  ·  cited 4/17/2023
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. One staff member is missing her CARI for this location.
✓ Corrected 7/21/2023
3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)  ·  cited 5/11/2022
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
✓ Corrected 10/19/2022

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