Child Care Center
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My Little Playhouse Daycare Center LLC
Belleville, NJ
· Essex County
208 New Street,
Belleville, NJ 07109
Quick Facts
Capacity
56 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
170800230
License Issued
Dec 13, 2024
Active Through
Dec 13, 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
My Little Playhouse Daycare Center LLC is a Child Care Center in Belleville NJ, with a maximum capacity of 56 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 1/2 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-03 | Renewal,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-18 | Re-Inspection,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-01-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-31 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-07-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-12-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-11-25 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-06-05 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-09 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-20 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-01-03 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-24 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-06-20 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-20 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Based on information, retrain all staff from an outside source on the safe transportation of children. - 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. |
| 2023-06-20 | Violation | 3A:52-221 | Based on information, cease the transportation of children not in accordance with MVC and DCF regulations.6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations. |
| 2023-06-07 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-16 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-24 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-24 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(i) | Designate a director designee for whenever the director is not present at the center.4/13/2023: Designate a director designee for whenever the director is not present at the center. Neither the director nor director designee were present at the center. - 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 not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times when the director is not present at the center. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Based on Complaint #21903, ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. 1.) Provide the appropriate number of car seats to accommodate the ages of the children being transported. 7 children, ages 2.5-4 years old, were transported in an unapproved vehicle with only 3 car seats.2.) Ensure that all children being transported have access to their own seatbelt. 2 children shared one seatbelt while being transported from an area public school to the center. 6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - 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. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.3(f)(6) | Based on Complaint #21903, develop written policies and procedures to ensure the safe transportation of children and ensure all drivers and additional adults are trained on the policy.6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - Any center may authorize staff members or parents of enrolled children to utilize their own private passenger vehicles to transport children from the center to and from scheduled center field trips, outings, or special events (such as visits to the zoo, library, or museum) or to transport children from the center to a hospital, clinic, or office for medical treatment, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:39-20.1. However, staff members and parents may be authorized to do so only if the center ensures that the driver and additional adults apply the safety practices, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.5(a) through (d) and (g) through (m). |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.5(e)(2) | Based on Complaint #21903, ensure that the number of people transported does not exceed the manufacturer's prescribed occupancy and/or the number of operable seat belts.6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - The driver shall not transport more persons, including children and adults, than the occupancy of the Type II School Bus, Type S School Vehicle, or other approved vehicle, as determined by the number of operable seat belts. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.5(d) | Based on Complaint #21903, ensure that all children are transported in seats that meet federal motor vehicle safety standards.6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - All vehicles that are utilized to transport children shall be equipped with car seats (child passenger restraint systems) and booster seats that meet Federal motor vehicle safety standards, as appropriate for the age and weight of the children transported, in accordance with applicable provisions of Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) law, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:3-76.2a and f or 39:3B-10 and 11, as applicable. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.4(a)(1) | Based on Complaint #21903, ensure that each driver of a Type I or Type II School Bus possesses a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) in a least a Class B or Class C, with a passenger endorsement. 6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - If a center uses a Type I School Bus, Type II School Bus, or Type S School Vehicle, the center shall meet all applicable rules of the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), Department of Education, and Department of Children and Families. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.7(d)(2) | Based on Complaint #21903, maintain transportation records on file at the center, including but, not limited to, the inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle, written authorization from the parent or guardian to transport the child, the name and address of each driver, and a copy of each driver's valid driver's license.6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - The center shall maintain on file inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle, other than a private passenger vehicle or chartered autobus, used by the center to transport children. The center shall ensure that the inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle meet the requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 13:20-30.3. |
| 2023-03-24 | Violation | 3A:52-9.3(a)(1) | Based on Complaint #21903, ensure that each vehicle used to transport children is equipped with three triangular portable red reflector warning devices, a fully charged and securely mounted fire extinguisher, a seat belt cutter, and a removable first aid kit that is easily accessible. 6/21/2023: (email) A Memorandum of Understanding verifying that the center has ceased providing transportation to the children was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - The center shall ensure that each vehicle used to provide transportation of enrolled children to and from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.1(a), except private passenger vehicles, is equipped with the following: three triangular portable red reflector warning devices. |
| 2023-03-17 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-17 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-17 | Violation | 3A:52-221 | Based on Complaint #21903, cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations.3/24/2023: (RECITE) Based on Complaint #21903, cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations.5/17/2023: A Memorandum of Understanding was submitted and uploaded to NJCCIS File Cabinet. - Cease the transportation of children in vehicles which violate MVC and DCF regulations. |
| 2022-10-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-10-19 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-08-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-07-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-09 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-09 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff members and the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required.7/20/2022: (email) Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet the CHRI clearances for 3 staff members.8/4/2022: Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet the CHRI clearance for 1 staff member. - 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff members within two weeks of hire.7/20/2022: (email) Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff member 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff members complete 12 hours of staff development annually.7/19/2022: Ensure that 1 staff member completes 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) | Ensure that all credentialed staff members 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-7.9(a)(1)(i) | Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components, including the child's name. - 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 the child's name. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. - 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | 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). |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the child's name, address, birth date and date of enrollment. - The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment. |
| 2022-06-09 | 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-06-09 | 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least one additional lockdown drill for the 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. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(5)(ii) | Ensure that garbage receptacles are maintained as required, including being covered securely. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be covered in a secure manner. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. Secure the loose turf covering the outdoor play area. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-9.6(a)(2) | Maintain transportation records on file at the center: record of each child transported; copy of driver(s) license(s); name, address, and vehicle assignment for additional adult(s) on vehicle(s); copy of the insurance, registration, inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle; written parental authorization; policy and procedure for ensuring safe transportation of children. - Each center or person providing transportation services, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.1(a), shall maintain on file at the center a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. |
| 2022-06-09 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.8/16/2022: Ensure that both director designees complete 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. |
| 2022-05-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-04-13 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-02-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-11-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-10-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
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