Description: Our philosophy is to maximize each child's development to his or her potential, in all areas of growth and learning. We believe young children learn through play and exploration. At the Discovery Child Care Center, we encourage children to explore and investigate at their own pace. Our curriculum promotes a well-rounded, enriching experience, providing opportunities for growth through various educational materials, within a safe, secure, and nurturing environment. In addition, DCC strives to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere; to prepare each child with the skills necessary to make sense of the world; and to foster opportunities for children to grow as individuals and experience feelings of self worth.
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 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 in room 2. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-6.1(b)(2) |
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The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that children have opportunities to choose materials freely and materials are accessible at all times except during lunch and nap time. Violation Observed: Ensure that materials are accessible to the children at all times in room 2. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 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 in room 1. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.6(a) |
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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). Violation Observed: Ensure that the center updates the Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) |
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The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b). Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that the completion of the training is documented on the Staff Records Checklist. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.8(c) |
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The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) |
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In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity. Violation Observed: Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-04 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7) |
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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 all medication is accompanied by a special health care plan. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7)(iv) |
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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 the instructions for administration, including the dosage and frequency. Violation Observed: Ensure that all inhalers are stored in the original prescription box. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-02-21 | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation. Violation Observed: Ensure that the diapering area is within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation in room 3. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) |
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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: Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in room 5. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) |
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Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. Violation Observed: Ensure that the light is secure over the changing station in room 1. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.4(a)(1) |
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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 in room 4. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) |
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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 in room 3. |
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| 2022-12-06 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of Violation Observed: Repair and/or paint the walls in the food prep area of room 2. |
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