Ironbound After-School Program - Newark NJ Temporary Child Care Center

432 LAFAYETTE STREET , NEWARK NJ 07105
(973) 465-0947

About the Provider

Description: Mission: Ironbound Community Corporation's mission is to engage and empower individuals, families and groups in realizing their aspirations and, together, work to create a just, vibrant and sustainable community.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 07IRO0002
  • Capacity: 96
  • Age Range: 6 - 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
2023-07-24 3A:52-5.2(a)(6)(ii)
The center shall obtain a new CO issued by the local municipality in which the center is located, and submit a copy to the Office of Licensing, reflecting the building's compliance with provisions of the applicable NJUCC group classification, whenever the center makes a major alteration or renovation, as defined by the NJUCC, of the building or premises in which the center is located.

Violation Observed: Submit a copy of the Certificate of Approval issued by the local construction official for changes in the building subject to the NJUCC requiring the issuance of a building permit.
2023-07-24 3A:52-5.2(a)(6)(iv)
The center shall obtain a new CO issued by the local municipality in which the center is located, and submit a copy to the Office of Licensing, reflecting the building's compliance with provisions of the applicable NJUCC group classification, whenever the center relocates to another site.

Violation Observed: Submit a copy of the Certificate of Approval issued by the local construction official for changes in the building subject to the NJUCC requiring the issuance of a building permit. The center relocated without formally requesting approval from OOL a relocation. The center moved to their sister school while their location is under renovation.
2023-03-07 3A:52-4.6(a)
The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Ensure applications are signed and dated.
2023-03-07 3A:52-7.6(a)(2)
The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

Violation Observed: Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.
2023-03-07 2023-06-02 3A:52-7.6(b)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Complete accident reports as required. Ensure accidents are documented on an accident report and not an incident report. Current incident reports do not address required information.
2023-03-07 3A:52-4.8(a)(2)
Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff are retrained in accurate documentation of accidents, and notifying and documenting immediate contact with parent for those accidents that require immediate contact. Submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.
2023-03-07 2023-06-02 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.
2023-03-07 3A:52-6.8(k)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center's social media policy is updated to include new social networking sites.
2023-03-07 3A:52-5.5(a)(3)
For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

Violation Observed: Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
2023-03-07 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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 surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Fix water damage on wall next to the toilet in room 1.
2022-08-02 2022-12-09 3A:52-4.6(a)
The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
2022-08-02 2022-12-09 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: Submit a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
2022-08-02 2022-08-03 3A:52-5.3(a)(7)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center is free of infestations and maintain documentation on file. On the day of the inspection the center found bed bugs in the basement and the center was evacuated until an exterminator was able to come to the center.
2020-02-18 2020-10-16 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)
Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center

Violation Observed: Interviews indicated that classrooms are over occupied 1 to 2 times per week. Ensure all rooms are used and no more than 71 children occupy the first floor.
2020-02-18 2020-10-16 3A:52-7.9(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include

Violation Observed: Maintain an illness log.

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