Child Care Center
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Dover Child Care Center, Inc. Infant/Toddler and Pre- School
Dover, NJ
· Morris County
50 N Morris Street,
Dover, NJ 07801
Quick Facts
Capacity
90 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 366-0277
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
14DOV0003
License Issued
Nov 7, 2025
Active Through
Nov 7, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
Founded in 1968, the Dover Child Care Center is a private, non-profit agency of the United Way of Northern NJ and sponsored by the department of Human Services. It’s under the directorship of the Board of Directors. Our goal for children, newborns to the age of 5, is to expand their pre-school experiences by providing quality and affordable full-time education in preparation for school.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Tuesday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Wednesday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Thursday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Friday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-08 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-07-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-25 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-11 | Re-Inspection,Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-10 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-17 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) | Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after changing a diaper. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately |
| 2023-07-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(2) | Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. At the time of the inspection, a therapist was alone instructing a child without a CARI and CHRI clearance or direct supervision. The center took immediate action and provided direct supervision to the therapist and the child. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children. |
| 2023-07-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all Clorox wipes and hand sanitizer are out of reach of children next to the sign/in sign/out table in the vestibule. The center took immediate action and moved the toxic substances out of reach of children. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children. |
| 2023-06-15 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-15 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(5) | Ensure that formula or breast milk that has been served, but not completely consumed or refrigerated, is discarded In Room C2. - 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, formula or breast milk that is served, but not completely consumed or refrigerated, shall be discarded. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in Room C2. - 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. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) | Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name. - All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) | Ensure that all cribs and playpens are equipped with a clean sheet in room C2. - 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 each crib or playpen shall be equipped with |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) | Ensure that all cribs, cots and sleeping equipment are arranged to provide access to a three foot wide aisle that leads to an exit in room C1. At the time of the inspection, the egress was blocked by cots and a large pillow. At the OOL Inspector's request, staff moved the cots and large pillow from blocking the emergency exit. - 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. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(b) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. - Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d). |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. - The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal. - As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(5) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including evacuating the center and using fire alarms. Staff were unaware of the emergency evacuation indoor location. - Topics of orientation training shall include evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l). |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | 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. - 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. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) | Based on complaint 22206, ensure that classroom licensed space is accessible to the children at all times. At the time of the inspection, Room C4 was inaccessible to children due to excess storage in the classroom. Remove storage or r request to have Room C4 removed from the center's licensed space. - Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Cover the toilet screws at the bottom of the toilets throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Based on complaint 22206, Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in the kitchen. - 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. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean condition throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) | Ensure that garbage receptacles are being covered securely and cleaned throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Based on complaint 22206, Repair and/or remove all broken baby strollers , the plastic broken bike, tissues, gloves and wrappers from the outdoor play area. - Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Based on complaint 22206, repair the cement wall on the playground. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(7) | Based on complaint 22206, Ensure that the center is free of infestations. At the time of the inspection there was evidence of mice droppings in several areas of the enter. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(3) | Ensure that hallways are free of tripping hazards. Remove the long metal rods with the sharp edges from the hallway leading to the egress. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: stairways shall be free of tripping hazards, such as toys, boxes, loose steps, uneven treads, torn carpeting, raised strips, or uneven risers. |
| 2023-06-15 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects bottles, nipples and other feeding equipment after each use. - 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, bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment. |
| 2022-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-17 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-07 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-11 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) | Provide screens on all doors and windows used for ventilation, in crawl spaces and in attic spaces.Repair broken screens and replace missing window screens in Room C2. - 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. |
| 2022-04-11 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Ensure that all indoor and outdoor equipment is sturdy, safe, free of hazards and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.Repair/replace exit door chime in Room C1. - Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors. |
| 2022-03-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-07 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-07 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition.Recaulk sink in Room C1.4/11/22-The sink has still not been reattached. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair.Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the center: C3 & C4.4/11/22-Repair/replace stained ceiling tiles in Room C2. - 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. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) | Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering in Room C3. - the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition.Clean all ceiling vents throughout the center including kitchen. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Repair and/or remove all broken and/or rusted toys from the outdoor play area: red wagon missing a wheel. - Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required.Remove all garbage/debris which has been stored in fenced in area. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal.Provide a copy for all staff and sponsor. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including training on supervising and tracking children.Provide a copy of all staff trainings. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative provide all of the required information needed to complete a CHRI background check.Provide a copy of new CHRI for staff and sponsor.9/20/22- Sponsor CHRI & 1 staff pending (MR). - As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall provide the identifying information and documentation to the State-authorized vendor as necessary to conduct a CHRI background check, including the individual’s name, address, date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, sex, race, height, weight, hair color, eye color, Social Security number, and the center’s license number. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - 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. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | 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. - 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. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) | Post a diagram of all approved ares and ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled. - Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(h)(2) | Submit a copy of the Lead Free report and certificate. - Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. - 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. |
| 2022-03-07 | Violation | 3A:52-2.1(b) | Complete and submit a DCF Renewal application and submit Renewal payment. - A person applying for an initial license or renewal license to operate a center or relocation of a center shall submit a completed application to the Office of Licensing at least 45 days prior to the anticipated opening of the center or to the expiration of its existing regular license. |
| 2021-04-28 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-03-26 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-02-05 | Renewal,Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-12-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-10-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-10-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-08-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-06-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-13 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-09-20 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-12 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-07-11 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-06-06 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-29 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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