Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
New Jersey After 3 Program
Paterson, NJ
· Passaic County
430 Totowa Ave SCHOOL #5,
Paterson, NJ 07502
Quick Facts
Capacity
250 children
Age Range
6 - 13 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 413-1600
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
16NEW0008
License Issued
Apr 30, 2026
Active Through
Apr 30, 2029
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
NJCDC proudly operates after school programs in Paterson Schools 5 and 2 funded by New Jersey After 3. These programs provide students with a safe and secure facility, organized activities, a snack and tutoring as well as homework help from staff that includes certified teachers.
Students receive comprehensive after-school programming that is aligned with the school day to complement, but not duplicate, learning. Each student is exposed to the arts, culture, literacy, fitness, math, science, character development and community service.
Our staff works diligently to make this program one where students look forward to coming back and participating day after day. To encourage this atmosphere, activities are created with student involvement and input.
The program serves not only the attending children, but the entire family. With special performances, events and work shops planned throughout the year, parents and siblings are encouraged to participate and remain involved.
Students receive comprehensive after-school programming that is aligned with the school day to complement, but not duplicate, learning. Each student is exposed to the arts, culture, literacy, fitness, math, science, character development and community service.
Our staff works diligently to make this program one where students look forward to coming back and participating day after day. To encourage this atmosphere, activities are created with student involvement and input.
The program serves not only the attending children, but the entire family. With special performances, events and work shops planned throughout the year, parents and siblings are encouraged to participate and remain involved.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-02-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-18 | Re-Inspection,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-22 | TA Inspection,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-13 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2025-01-22 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-11-13 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-10-09 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2024-06-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2024-04-30 | Monitoring,Other | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-11-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-11-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-11-01 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-09-28 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-09-20 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-08-31 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-07-12 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-06-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-04-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-04-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-04-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) | Ensure that unapproved space is inaccessible to the children at all times. Rooms 207, 119 and 210 are not approved spaces and therefore should not have children present. - Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. |
| 2023-02-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-01-04 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-12-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-10-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-06-21 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2022-03-31 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-03-31 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. There were several children in the hallway alone going to the bathroom and back to the classroom. 4/13/23 There were two children alone in the bathroom. - 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Per the NJ Department of Health COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations pursuant to Executive Order No. 264, ensure that all health and safety guidelines are adhered to as required. Submit to the OOL, a copy of the center's policy for vaccination and testing of staff. - 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | 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). |
| 2022-03-31 | 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 for all staff. - 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. - 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. - 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | 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). |
| 2022-03-31 | 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(i) | Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for staff that indicate the hours the staff worked at the center. - The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(b)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the center maintains daily time sheets for the children that indicate the children's arrival and departure times. - The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-3.6(b)(1) | Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families and staff a copy of the Information to Parents document and maintains on file signatures of all staff and families attesting to the receipt of the policy. - The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document. The center shall maintain on file a copy of the Information to Parents document. |
| 2022-03-31 | 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. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-6.6(e)(3) | Post the center's discipline policy in a prominent location. - The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall be posted in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. - Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center. |
| 2022-03-31 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. There were 31 school aged children with 2 staff, a 3rd staff was needed. 4/13/23 Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. There were 19 school aged children with 1 staff, a 2nd staff was needed. - The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f):Age Staff/Child RatioUnder 18 months - 1:418 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:62 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:104 years - 1:125 years and older - 1:15 |
| 2019-11-07 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2019-05-06 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
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