Description: K.I.D.S. Early Learning Center is an initial school experience for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years of age. K.I.D.S. is the brainchild of Katherine Burns who is an educator and educational administrator. Prior to establishing K.I.D.S. Early Learning Center, she taught early childhood classes in New York City , developed services for children with special needs and worked as an educational administrator.
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| 2022-11-01 | 2022-12-02 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) |
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Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition. Violation Observed: Clean and maintain the fence and walkway railing in the front of the building near outdoor play area. |
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| 2022-11-01 | 2022-12-02 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) |
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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: Replace light bulb in ceiling fixture in room 4/PS #1 - building 1. |
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| 2021-08-02 | 2021-08-27 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) |
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As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Violation Observed: Provide CHRI clearance for 1 staff. Abated based on email from sponsor that staff is no longer employed at the center. |
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| 2021-08-02 | 2021-08-12 | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) |
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The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. Violation Observed: Provide a table of organization with current staff including lines of authority, job responsibilities and descriptions. |
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| 2021-08-02 | 2021-08-27 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) |
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As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Violation Observed: Provide CHRI clearance for 1 staff. Abated based on email from sponsor that staff is no longer employed at the center. |
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| 2021-08-02 | 2021-08-12 | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) |
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The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. Violation Observed: Provide a table of organization with current staff including lines of authority, job responsibilities and descriptions. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) | |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure the school age children are using age/size appropriate toilets by either providing one in the classroom or allowing the school age children access to an appropriate toilet. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) | |
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The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, Violation Observed: Ensure the diaper changing mat is washed and disinfected with a 2 step process after every diaper change in building 1, room 1. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | |
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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: Repair/replace the broken floor tile by the changing table in building 1, room 1. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | |
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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 children in building 1, room 2 wash their hands directly before eating. Children washed their hands then played with toys and read books before eating lunch. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-4.3(a) | |
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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: Ensure children are directly supervised at all times. Staff in building 1, room 2 were unaware that a child had a plastic bag until they were alerted by the inspector. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | |
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As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Violation Observed: Provide CHRI clearances for 4 staff. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) | |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record, and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.5(e) Violation Observed: Ensure the Universal Health record is updated annually. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | |
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Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. Violation Observed: Ensure fire drills are conducted monthly for children present at the center in the morning only. |
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| 2019-11-06 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | |
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Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11. Violation Observed: Ensure the tree roots and black fabric on the Pre K playground are covered and not a tripping hazard. |
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