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Guidepost Montessori at Mahwah
Mahwah, NJ
· Bergen County
25 Edison Road,
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Quick Facts
Capacity
198 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (551) 552-2007
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CCC118424
License Issued
Nov 24, 2025
Active Through
Nov 24, 2028
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
Guidepost Montessori at Mahwah is a Child Care Center in Mahwah NJ, with a maximum capacity of 198 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-01 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-01-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-12-23 | Re-Inspection,New Sponsor | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-07-15 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-01-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-01-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-01-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-11-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-10-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-12 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-26 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-06 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-18 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-06-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-12 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-12 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-12 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including on the playground. - The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. |
| 2023-05-12 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Based on report, retrain the 3 named staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2023-05-12 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Provide an incident report for the incident involving tracking and supervision on the playground. - 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. |
| 2023-04-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-02-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-02-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-02-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-12-29 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-29 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in Room 6. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) | Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan in Room 6. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(g)(2) | Ensure that each child's bedding is stored separately in Room 6. - When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be stored separately for each child. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in Room 5. - The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that a 2 step process is used for washing and disinfecting the diapering surface in Room 6. - 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. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. Obtain 2 CARI clearances. - 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. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Provide documentation for 2 head teacher positions. - 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. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Provide documentation for 2 group teacher positions. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(d)(1) | Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - 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. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. - The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Replace expired epi-pens in Room 7. - 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 store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1). |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7)(iv) | Ensure medications have a doctor note present when required for dosage. - 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 the instructions for administration, including the dosage and frequency. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(a)(4) | Ensure that food provided by the center is stored, prepared and served in a sanitary manner. All dishes that are provided by the center and reused must be washed and disinfected in a 3 basin sink or dishwasher. - All centers shall comply with the following requirements, if the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure all diaper creams are inaccessible to children in Room 2. - 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. |
| 2022-12-29 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. |
| 2021-10-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-23 | Initial | No | Center Inspection |
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