Description:
We are a state licensed learning center in Rockaway, N.J. We are a small center and pride ourselves in providing quality care. We strive to help your child achieve a love of learning and be prepared for their first day of Kindergarten. We have programs for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Our programs meet YOUR child's individual needs and is not one size fits all. Our longtime teachers are dedicated to helping each child discover their unique potential - academically, socially, and interpersonally. We invite you to learn more about us and to visit our classrooms soon. Please call us and make an appointment to stop in and see what makes us so great!
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) |
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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) Violation Observed: Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-6.1(g)(2)(iv) |
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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. The use of infant equipment including swings, exersaucers, and bouncers shall be limited to periods of 30 minutes at a time. Violation Observed: Ensure that the use of infant equipment, including swings, exersaucers and bouncers, is limited to 30 minutes at a times. When the infants are out on the playground area ensure time frames are met. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) |
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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 four infants or six toddlers. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) |
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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 child's name and date. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) |
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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. Repair or replace the mats with foam showing. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) |
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The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Violation Observed: Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Accident reports varied with the immediate notification to parents for head injuries. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.6(b)(6) |
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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: a written description of Violation Observed: Complete accident reports as required, including a written description of the incident, including the type of notification and time of notification (not just at pick-up). |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(1) |
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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 surfaces as required. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(ii)(4) |
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The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following items shall be washed and disinfected at least daily, water table and water play equipment. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects water tables and water play equipment at least daily. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(ii)(5) |
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The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following items shall be washed and disinfected at least daily, play tables. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects play tables at least daily. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) |
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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. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. The center's use of paper to cover the changing table does not count as a step, ensure washing and disinfecting. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) |
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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 before intake of food. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 2023-08-08 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. |
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| 2023-07-07 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v) | |
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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 outdoor play. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after outdoor play. |
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