Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Golden Steps Learning Center, Inc.
Woodland Park, NJ
· Passaic County
220 Browertown Road,
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
Quick Facts
Capacity
29 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
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Contact Information
📞 (201) 458-0119
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
16GOL0001
License Issued
Sep 29, 2026
Active Through
Sep 29, 2029
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
Golden Steps Learning Center has been servicing students since 1995--Ages 6 months through Age 12-- Before & After School Students. We are a family owned business and provide a caring, loving and safe envionment. We specialize in one-on-one care & learning levels and also work with Special Needs children. We are licensed by the State of New Jersey and our staff has the experience and the educataional needs that are required. .
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours7AM to 6PM Monday thru Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-17 | Complaint,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-15 | Re-Inspection,Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-15 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-22 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-12-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-08-15 | TA Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-03 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-09 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-05 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-07 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-07 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) | Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program. The school aged children did not have enough activities. - The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are sufficient to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Complete accident reports as required. - The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(e)(1) | Develop a written policy for parental notification if the center uses methods other than a telephone call and maintain on file the signatures of staff and parents acknowledging receipt of the policy. - The center shall develop and follow a written policy for parental notification if a method other than a telephone call is used at the center for parental notification. The center shall distribute a copy of this policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of this policy. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces 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, diapering surfaces. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(g)(2) | Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately. - When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication policy. - 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 |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(k)(1) | Ensure that the center's social media policy includes its policies regarding the use of social networking sites and other websites. - The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(i) | Ensure that staff are aware of the location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies. The first aid kit is missing ice packs, gauze and tape. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating the location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition in classroom 2. - 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. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) | Ensure that microwave and toaster ovens are secured out of the reach of children and are not used when children are in the area. - 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. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) | Ensure that the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is maintained in good condition. The gate's latch is rusty. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Repair and/or remove all broken and/or rusted toys 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. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Remove debris and overgrown vegetation from the outdoor play 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. |
| 2022-07-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | 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. - 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. |
| 2022-06-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-04-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-12-10 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-01-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-01-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-12-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-11-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-11-24 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-10-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-08-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-07-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-06-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-10 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-08 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-12-03 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-28 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-09-23 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-07-29 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-06-20 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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