Description: Gingerbread Kids Academy is a state licensed early childcare learning center that caters to children between the ages of 6 weeks to 6 years of age. At Gingerbread Kids Academy, we can assure you that your child will receive tender loving care by our nurturing staff. We believe a vital component to the overall success of your child is based on a trusting and honest relationship between parents, caregivers, and the child. We promise to consistently meet the needs of your child by fostering a learning environment responsive to each child's unique personality and individual development. You and your child will feel secure that a safe, warm, loving and educational environment will be provided due to our well-balanced teacher/child ratio.
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) |
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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: Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required.To be reviewed at the next inspection. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Remove debris and overgrown vegetation from the outdoor play area.Clean the resilient surfacing in the playground. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-2.1(b) |
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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. Violation Observed: Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and all required documents. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-05-17 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) |
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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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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) |
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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. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2. Violation Observed: Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children.In SAAC room/2nd floor. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(f)(1) |
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Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of soap, toilet paper and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels.Throughout the center. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) |
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Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely. Violation Observed: Ensure that all bathroom equipment is fastened securely.Ensure paper towel dispensers throughout the center are securely fastened and used in accordance to manufacturer's instructions. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.6(d)(2)(ii) |
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Toilet facility requirements are as follows: for existing centers that have an additional toilet facility that has not been counted in determining the maximum number of children who can be served per session and for centers to be located in newly constructed buildings, the center shall ensure that this designated toilet facility is identified by a sign located on the exterior of its door, indicating that this toilet facility is for the exclusive use of staff members and other adults. Violation Observed: Identify the bathroom that is for staff/adult use and provide a label. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition.Ensure toilet bases do not have dried urine. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children. Violation Observed: Ensure that microwave and toaster ovens are secured out of the reach of children and are not used when children are in the area.Fasten hot/cold water cooler in back room near Room 3. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(6) |
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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.Clean all classroom garbage cans. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 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 throughout the center. |
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| 2023-02-24 | 2023-03-21 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(4) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. Violation Observed: Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor.Room 3. |
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