Good Shepherd Nursery School - Point Pleasant NJ Regular Child Care Center

708 OCEAN ROAD , POINT PLEASANT NJ 08742
(732) 892-4492
1 Review

About the Provider

Description: Welcome to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Point Pleasant, New Jersey. We’ve been here since 1952, sharing the message of God’s grace and mercy, hope and love, forgiveness and peace in Jesus Christ. Receiving God’s mercy, we bring His compassion to people and families in our community, so that they may live with hope and joy.

Becoming like Jesus, we connect people to Him by serving our neighbors in Christ-centered ways that challenge, inspire, and support them to grow in a personal relationship with God.

Using our God-given time, talents, and treasures, and in partnership with community resources, we provide:

· Regular workshops on healthy personal financial management

· Support groups for people struggling with life issues

· Children’s ministries that meet the need of families

· Opportunities for seniors and non-seniors to serve each other

“servant events” that show mercy to our community and expand God’s kingdom

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 110800144
  • Capacity: 45
  • Age Range: 2 1/2 - 6 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Expiration Date: May 16, 2024
  • 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.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2022-10-17 2023-03-06 3A:52-5.3(o)(2)
First aid requirements are as follows: the first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.

Violation Observed: Ensure that first aid and CPR training includes a hands-on component in addition to any online training.
2022-10-17 2023-01-18 3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(ii)
The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the children that indicate the children's arrival and departure times. If the center is using an electronic application to clock children in then all children must be signed in at the time of arrival.
2022-10-17 2023-01-18 3A:52-3.4(a)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide documentation of current general liability coverage for the childcare center.
2022-10-17 2023-02-08 3A:52-5.3(l)(4)
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.

Violation Observed: Provide documentation of a lockdown drill.
2022-10-17 2023-02-08 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)
Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating

Violation Observed: Provide documentation of the center's written emergency plans and ensure it is in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures.
2021-05-07 2021-05-24 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: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order #149, ensure staff wear masks are secure and in accordance with the CDC guidelines for wearing masks. .
2021-05-07 2021-05-24 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: Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order #149, ensure staff wear masks are secure and in accordance with the CDC guidelines for wearing masks. .
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-4.8(a)(1)
Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Violation Observed: Ensure that orientation training is conducted yearly and all components required are included in the training.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v)
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 outdoor play.

Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water after outdoor play.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner.

Violation Observed: Provide lids for garbage receptacles used to dispose of food.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i)
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 before intake of food.

Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water immediately before snack. At the time of the inspection, the children washed their hands and then sat on the floor while waiting for the other children to wash and as a result were touching the carpet flooring and should have rewashed before going to the table.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-4.8(a)(1)
Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Violation Observed: Ensure that orientation training is conducted yearly and all components required are included in the training.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v)
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 outdoor play.

Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water after outdoor play.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i)
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 before intake of food.

Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water immediately before snack. At the time of the inspection, the children washed their hands and then sat on the floor while waiting for the other children to wash and as a result were touching the carpet flooring and should have rewashed before going to the table.
2020-01-07 2020-02-10 3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner.

Violation Observed: Provide lids for garbage receptacles used to dispose of food.

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Reviews

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Jen M May 13, 2015

My daughter has been going to this amazing school for 2 years. From the minute we walked in to your own personal tour until today we have felt like family! The school is immaculatey kept, The teachers are abosulutely amazing. My daughter has learned so much and is totally ready for kindergarten! She always is up and ready to go to school and when I pick her up cannot wait to tell me about her day! The teachers really make parents feel at ease and are always accessible for any questions or concerns! I would not hesitate to recomnend Good Shepherd to anyone looking for an outstanding preschool to send their child to!!

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