Child Care Center
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North Ward Child Development Center
Newark, NJ
· Essex County
341 Roseville Avenue,
Newark, NJ 07107
Quick Facts
Capacity
180 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 6 years
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 268-9734
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
07NOR0004
License Issued
Jun 30, 2026
Active Through
Jun 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
The North Ward Center operates one of the largest preschools in Newark, NJ. Established in 1975, the North Ward Center Child Development Center has served more than 4,000 preschoolers. We have more than 40 preschool classes that provide nearly 700 three and four year olds with fundamental learning skills. The Child Development Center is one of the largest Abbott preschools in the state of New Jersey.
The Center has invested more than $10 million to construct four preschool buildings in four locations without any money from taxpayers.
The Center has invested more than $10 million to construct four preschool buildings in four locations without any money from taxpayers.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Tuesday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Wednesday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Thursday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Friday07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-05-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-29 | Re-Inspection,Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-29 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-02 | Monitoring,Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-08-06 | Other,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-05 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-15 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-13 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-06-21 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-17 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-17 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(2) | Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CARI, CHRI background check or orientation are directly supervised by another staff member. Pertaining to visiting health member. - 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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(3) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that the completion of the training is documented on the Staff Records Checklist. - 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). |
| 2022-05-17 | 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(7)(i) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains a medication log that includes the child's name and parent authorization to administer medication. Pertaining to medication in room 10. - The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall maintain on file a record of the following the child's name and parental authorization for the center to administer medication or health care procedures. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all emergency exit doors are easily operable. Pertaining to the exit door at the top of the staircase outside room 3. - 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(12) | Provide window guards with the approval of the local fire official or provide an alternative method to ensure that children cannot fall out of windows. Pertaining to open windows in room 7. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: install window guards, with approval of the local fire official, or provide an alternative method to ensure that children cannot fall out of windows. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling bracket outside room 7 is secure. - 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | 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. Two staff members outstanding. - 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) | Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage in bathroom ceiling by room 8. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) | Repair or replace broken blinds in room 9. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Ensure the vent is fully operable in bathroom of room 8. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Ensure that all portable sinks are cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. - 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. Pertaining to holes at the bottom of the slide. - 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. |
| 2022-05-17 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Remove overgrown vegetation from the outdoor play area along fence. - 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. |
| 2021-06-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-05-25 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-08-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-06-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-01-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-12-13 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-10-17 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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