Clinton Hill Community Early Childhood Center - Newark NJ Regular Child Care Center

420 HAWTHORNE AVENUE , NEWARK NJ 07112
(973) 372-8877

About the Provider

Description: Welcome to Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center, Inc. I am delighted you have taken an interest in our family. Our goal is to provide a high-quality, nurturing and safe learning environment for your children; one that will help him/her grow into a wonderful, curious, and happy person.

Your children will be exposed to an exciting program that includes a variety of music, discovery, literacy, art, math and many more; all designed to stimulate their physical, intellectual and social/emotional growth in a loving and comfortable environment.

As you navigate this website, you will learn more about our program, our staff, and most importantly our children. You will also find links to many community resources available at little or no costs. Please take a moment to sign our guest book and add your name to our mailing list to receive up-to-date information about our program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 07CLI0001
  • Capacity: 125
  • Age Range: 2 1/2 - 13 years
  • State Rating: 3
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, Spanish
  • Type of Care: Before and After School, Full-Time, Part-Time
  • Transportation: Field Trips
  • Current License Expiration Date: Oct 02, 2024
  • 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.)
  • Licensor: Jenny Cabrera-Grande (jcabrera-grande@preventchildabusenj.org)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2022-01-27 2022-03-03 3A:52-5.3(d)(1)
Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

Violation Observed: Ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children, pertaining to room 7 and first floor.
2021-12-02 2022-01-27 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the Updated COVID-19 Standards Child Care Centers, ensure that the Local Health Department and Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing are notified of confirmed cases.
2021-12-02 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the Updated COVID-19 Standards Child Care Centers, ensure that the Local Health Department and Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing are notified of confirmed cases.
2021-10-28 2021-07-27 3A:52-5.3(m)(2)
Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the drain outside the exit door for room 5 is free of water to allow a clear egress.
2021-10-28 2021-07-27 3A:52-5.3(m)(2)
Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the drain outside the exit door for room 5 is free of water to allow a clear egress.
2021-09-23 2022-03-03 3A:52-5.2(b)
An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. 10/28/2021- Fire panel not connected at time of inspection. Fire department notified. Center instructed to submit fire watch log to OOL until fire panel repair complete. 12/2/2021- SimpliSafe installed with fire department permission. Center awaiting installation of new fire panel.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(m)(2)
Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the door knob from the hallway to classroom in room 4 is fully operable.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(b)(7)
Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487), pertaining to two rockers.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the Updated COVID-19 Standards Child Care Centers, ensure staff are wearing a mask at all times.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(r)
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.

Violation Observed: Per the Updated COVID-19 Standards Child Care Centers, ensure staff are wearing a mask at all times.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(m)(2)
Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the door knob from the hallway to classroom in room 4 is fully operable.
2021-09-23 2021-10-28 3A:52-5.3(b)(7)
Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487), pertaining to two rockers.
2021-09-23 3A:52-5.2(b)
An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. 10/28/2021- Fire panel not connected at time of inspection. Fire department notified. Center instructed to submit fire watch log to OOL until fire panel repair complete. 12/2/2021- SimpliSafe installed with fire department permission. Center awaiting installation of new fire panel.
2021-06-10 2022-06-24 3A:52-5.2(b)
An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

Violation Observed: Ensure the center’s smoke detectors are all fully operational in room 3.
2021-06-10 2021-07-27 3A:52-5.3(m)(2)
Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.

Violation Observed: Ensure the egress is clear of branches outside room 4.

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