Greatstart Early Learning Center - Denville NJ Temporary Child Care Center

3155 ROUTE 10 EAST SUITE LL200 , DENVILLE NJ 07834
(732) 521-4689

About the Provider

Description: Learning Well, Enjoying Life, Exceeding Expectations. Our daily drive is to be a school where great learning takes place within a warm, supportive and creative environment. Through experienced and enthusiastic teachers, children’s learning is personalized and challenges them to develop their thoughtfulness and confidence while increasing their knowledge and skills. Integral to this is our commitment to working in partnership with parents in the learning process, and a strong drive to ensure we broaden children’s experiences of international-mindedness and cultural diversity.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 14UNI0001
  • Capacity: 58
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • 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.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2020-03-10 2021-02-08 3A:52-5.3(c)(2)
Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Violation Observed: Ensure the lights in the infant room are repaired.
2020-02-25 2021-02-08 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: Provide required documentation for education and experience for a director.
2020-02-25 2021-02-08 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: Provide required documentation for education and experience for a head teacher.
2020-01-07 2021-02-08 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(iii)
Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center operate in violation of the written conditions on its license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval including, but not limited to, capacity or age restrictions for specific classrooms.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has a current enrollment of children or submit notice of closure to OOL.
2019-12-04 3A:52-4.5(e)(8)
For early childhood programs all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year.
2019-09-23 2021-02-08 3A:52-4.6(d)(1)
For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.

Violation Observed: Hire and submit documentation for a program supervisor.
2019-07-02 2021-02-08 3A:52-4.10(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure CARIs are completed for 3 staff. 2/25/2020 - 1 additional
2019-07-02 2021-02-08 3A:52-4.7(a)(1)
The center shall meet the following requirements for orientation training: the center shall ensure that all newly-hired staff receive orientation training within two weeks of hire and that no individual is left alone to supervise a child or group of children until orientation training is completed.

Violation Observed: Ensure staff have completed orientation training prior to supervising a group of children.
2019-07-02 3A:52-4.6(d)(1)
For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.

Violation Observed: The center shall ensure a program supervisor.
2019-07-02 2021-02-08 3A:52-4.5(e)(2)(i)
For early childhood programs the head teacher shall be scheduled to work at the center for at least 75 percent of the center's daily operating hours or at least six hours a day, whichever is less.

Violation Observed: Ensure the head teacher is scheduled to work 75% of daily operating hours or at least 6 hours a day.
2019-07-02 2021-02-08 3A:52-4.3(a)
The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Violation Observed: Staff left sleeping children unsupervised to open the front door of the center.
2019-07-02 2021-02-08 3A:52-5.2(d)
An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

Violation Observed: Provide a current fire certificate.
2019-02-15 2019-05-31 3A:52-5.3(d)(1)
Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.
2018-12-22 2021-02-08 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iii)
Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall

Violation Observed: Provide documentation for an alternate indoor location.
2018-12-04 2021-02-08 3A:52-5.4(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

Violation Observed: Provide outlet covers throughout the center.

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