First Baptist Church Pre- School - Somerville NJ Regular Child Care Center

132 W HIGH STREET , SOMERVILLE NJ 08876
(908) 725-1016

About the Provider

Description: All classes are taught by one of our certified preschool teachers and a teaching assistant.

Our Sporsters Enrichment classes are taught either by outside certified coaches or instructors.

All of the above sessions are on a monthly basis. Individual classes are also available. Please call for details.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 18FIR0001
  • Capacity: 65
  • Age Range: 2 1/2 - 6 years
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • 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: Jocelyn Baker (jbaker@preventchildabusenj.org)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2021-02-04 2021-10-26 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: Ensure that a current Safe Building Interior Certificate is obtained from DOH.
2021-02-04 2021-10-29 3A:52-5.3(a)(17)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the TV is secured on a stable surface in room 3.
2020-11-25 2021-02-04 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: Ensure that the center complete and provide the Safe Building Interior Certificate to OOL.
2019-10-31 2020-02-03 3A:52-7.7(a)(2)
All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the tables are washed and disinfected prior to eating a meal in room 1A.
2019-10-24 2019-10-31 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: Ensure that the Office of Licensing is notified when the center has a major incident such as a flood which occurred recently. the Office of Licensing was not notified. Please provide the office with a letter stating what occurred, what the center is doing to rectify the situation, provide the preliminary tests pertaining to mold to the Office of Licensing, the timeline of the repairs and future mold tests.
2019-10-24 2020-02-03 3A:52-4.9(a)
The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

Violation Observed: Ensure the health a safety of the children in room 1A. There were 2 children sharing their snack.
2019-10-23 2019-12-06 3A:52-5.3(d)(2)
Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

Violation Observed: 1. Ensure that the radiator covers are free of rust in room 1A.-ABATED-10/23/2019 | 2. Ensure that the radiator cover in the hallway bathroom on the upper level is free of rust.
2019-10-23 2021-01-05 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: 1. Repair the hole in the screen in the gym.-ABATED-2/3/2020 | 2. Repair the door in room 3B. | 3. Clean the lights of bugs in the hallway on the lower level near the bathroom. | 4. Repair the base of the wall in the lower level near the bathrooms. | 5. Clean the plastic table on the playground.-ABATED-10/23/2019 | 6. Clean the A/C unit cover in room 1A.- ABATED-10/23/2019
2019-10-23 2021-01-05 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: 1.Ensure that the equipment meets the playground code of ASTM F 1487. | 2. Remove the mini trampoline from the playground.-ABATED-10/23/2019
2019-10-23 2019-12-23 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: Provide attestation and checklist forms for the lead and copper water test results.
2019-09-26 2019-10-23 3A:52-4.8(f)(1)
The staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) through (d) shall be clock hours of staff development.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the new staff complete orientation within the first 2 weeks of hire.
2019-09-26 2019-10-23 3A:52-6.8(a)(1)
The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment.

Violation Observed: Provide the completed children's checklist.
2019-09-26 2019-12-06 3A:52-4.6(b)(1)
The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience.

Violation Observed: 1. Hire a director and provide the documentation to the inspector.
2019-09-26 2019-12-06 3A:52-4.6(c)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.

Violation Observed: 2.. Hire a head teacher and provide documentation to the inspector.
2019-09-26 2019-12-06 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)
The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

Violation Observed: Up date the table of organization with the new director and head teacher.

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