Bright Start II - Fair Lawn NJ Regular Child Care Center

5 - 05 SADDLE RIVER ROAD , FAIR LAWN NJ 07410
(201) 794-9400

About the Provider

Description: We believe in the potential of each child to achieve greatness and success,
if given a chance,
and our mission is to help all children
become creative and independent learners
and acquire all necessary skills to be successful and happy in life.
We combine the great European tradition of Education and Culture with
the state-of-the-art American technology and
our personal dedication and
love of children.
Our goal is to bridge the cultural gaps and bring these values to as many children as possible , regardless of ability, age, race or cultural and economic backgrounds.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 120400222
  • Capacity: 27
  • Age Range: 2 1/2 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • 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
2023-03-03 2023-04-06 3A:52-4.5(c)(1)
The director shall be scheduled to work at the center at least 50 percent of the center’s daily operating hours.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the director is at the center at least 50% of the center's daily operating hours. Interviews indicate that the director on file is only present for 3-4 hours daily and this person is required to be present for longer.
2022-11-09 2023-05-22 3A:52-5.3(i)(8)
Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

Violation Observed: Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. Expired 9/3/22.
2022-03-25 2023-03-03 3A:52-7.3(a)(2)
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, including the immunization records and special care plans as required. Not available for review.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-7.5(b)(7)
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 maintain on file a record of the following

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log. Not available for review.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-6.8(k)(1)
The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of social networking sites and other websites. Policy not available for review.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-3.4(a)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-5.2(c)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide a current health certificate as required.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-5.3(n)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: 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. Not available for review.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-5.3(n)(4)
Fire prevention requirements are as follows: all fire extinguishers shall be visually inspected once a month, and serviced and tagged at least once a year and recharged, if necessary, as specified in the NJUFC.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged as needed. Fire extinguishers have all expired.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 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: Sand and paint the rusted bathroom stall dividers throughout the center.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-5.3(a)(6)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: food waste receptacles shall be lined and maintained in clean and sanitary condition.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all food waste receptacles are lined and maintained in a sanitary condition. Garbage cans with food were observed without the required covers.
2022-03-25 2022-11-04 3A:52-5.4(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to the children have protective coverings.
2022-03-25 2023-02-01 3A:52-5.3(a)(15)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

Violation Observed: Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Ensure fans are kept free of dust.
2022-03-25 2023-02-01 3A:52-5.4(a)(3)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening.

Violation Observed: Provide screens on all doors and windows used for ventilation, in crawl spaces and in attic spaces. On the day of the inspection windows without screens were open.
2022-03-25 2023-02-01 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)
Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

Violation Observed: 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 of Environmental Protection.

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