Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Little Stars Day Care Center
Ridgefield Park, NJ
· Bergen County
240 Main Street,
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Quick Facts
Capacity
30 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (201) 807-1122
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
090200304
License Issued
May 26, 2024
Active Through
May 26, 2027
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
Little Stars Day Care Center is committed to providing, a loving and intellectually stimulating environment to nurture the young minds of tomorrow. We believe our stars today are tomorrow’s future.
Our goal is to provide a safe, challenging educational experience. We strive to encourage each child in our care to grow in self-esteem and develop according to their fullest potential socially, mentally, physically, emotionally and morally. Children at Little Stars Day Care Center learn that school is a positive experience: safe, comfortable, challenging and fun!
We currently have two (2) locations in Ridgefield Park and Lakewood, New Jersey. Our school facilitates children from 3 months to 5 years old as well as after school care and summer camp.
Schedule a tour today to see why Little Stars delivers the perfect setting for your child to experience incredible growth. We look forward to meeting you and your little star!
Our goal is to provide a safe, challenging educational experience. We strive to encourage each child in our care to grow in self-esteem and develop according to their fullest potential socially, mentally, physically, emotionally and morally. Children at Little Stars Day Care Center learn that school is a positive experience: safe, comfortable, challenging and fun!
We currently have two (2) locations in Ridgefield Park and Lakewood, New Jersey. Our school facilitates children from 3 months to 5 years old as well as after school care and summer camp.
Schedule a tour today to see why Little Stars delivers the perfect setting for your child to experience incredible growth. We look forward to meeting you and your little star!
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-03-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-01-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-30 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-03-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-02 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-02 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) | Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair as needed throughout the center. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. - 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(iii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions throughout the center. - 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 coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) | Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal secretion throughout the center. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 named staff within two weeks of hire. - 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. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - 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. |
| 2023-06-02 | 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. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles surrounding the ceiling vents are kept clean throughout the center. - 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. |
| 2023-06-02 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean condition throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-11-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-11-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-09-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(9) | Retrain all staff in the following core area: Implementing safe infant sleep procedures - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. |
| 2022-08-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff aware of the number of children are in their care at all times: In the infant section, there were 7 children present; the staff tracked 6 - The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times. |
| 2022-08-24 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) | Ensure that sleeping equipment is free of hazards when occupied by a sleeping child: In the infant section, an infant was sleeping with a small stuffed animalThe center took immediate action, during this inspection, and removed the small stuffed animal from the infants crib - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child. |
| 2022-07-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Ensure that all indoor used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions: Ensure that staff do not rock/shake infant seats or play pens when children are placed in the equipment as that may compromise the structural integrity of the equipment - Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed - 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 using the toilet or having diapers changed. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a child's diaper - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.4(a)(2) | Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age): a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) | Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan signed by the parents - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Complete accident reports as required, including the name of the injured child, time of injury and notification methods - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist - 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). |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all new staff submit a CARI background check within two weeks of hire: 2 staff - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(b)(1) | Ensure that all new staff submit a CHRI background check: 2 staff - When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that the new staff member completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(3) | Retrain all staff in the following core area: Proper use of infant equipment including play pens & infant seats - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(8) | Retrain all staff in the following core area: Proper handwashing procedures - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11. |
| 2022-07-06 | 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually - In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(e)(8) | Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children: Cleaners stored under the sink in the kitchenThe center took immediate action during this inspection and relocated the cleaners to ensure they are inaccessible to the children - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.6(d)(2)(ii) | Identify the bathroom that is for staff/adult use and provide a label - Toilet facility requirements are as follows: for existing centers that have an additional toilet facility that has not been counted in determining the maximum number of children who can be served per session and for centers to be located in newly constructed buildings, the center shall ensure that this designated toilet facility is identified by a sign located on the exterior of its door, indicating that this toilet facility is for the exclusive use of staff members and other adults. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all areas are kept clean: Organize/cleanup the toys in the corner of the outdoor play area - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean throughout - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) | Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage: Basement - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(3) | Ensure that staff encourage children to participate in activities and that the children are provided a mixture of active and quiet experiences - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that children are presented with and encouraged to participate in a mixture of active and quiet experiences. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(4) | Ensure that both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided throughout the center - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that both staff-directed and child-selected activities are provided. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-6.2(a)(1) | Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of materials to meet the daily activity needs of the children and the program - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed: Cease use of the gate that leads to the rear exit door to ensure the door is easily accessible in the event of an emergency evacuationThe center took immediate action during this inspection and opened the gate and the staff were instructed not to engage it when children are present - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Ensure the health and well-being of the children served: Clean/remove the black substance on the walls in the basement {possible mold} Local health department contacted - 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. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) | Submit a current Safe Building Interior Certification - Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(11) | Retrain all staff in the following core area: Documentation & procedures of parental notification of required injuries - Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions. |
| 2022-07-06 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually and that the completion of the training is documented - The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. The center shall record each staff member’s completion of staff development and orientation on the Staff Records Checklist, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b). |
| 2022-02-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-02-16 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-11-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-10-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-05-19 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-07-07 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-04-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-23 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-02-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-12-10 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-09-26 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-28 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-07-18 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-06-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
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