Description: Since 1954, Nursery Rhymes Pre-school and Kindergarten has been providing children, ages 2 ½ through Kindergarten with a unique early learning experience. The School’s location in Saddle Brook is easily accessible to Routes 80, 47, 17 and the GS Parkway for parents commuting to and from work. Nursery Rhymes maintains a park sized playground. The playground is completely fenced and is dotted with beautiful mature shade trees and is equipped to provide for the children’s physical and social development.
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(1) |
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Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces with a disposable towel in room 4. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-4.8(c) |
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The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) |
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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 store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1). Violation Observed: Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 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: Secure the ceiling tile at the front entrance of room 5. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) |
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Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. Violation Observed: Secure the protective light covering in the hallway on floor 2. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) |
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Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device. Violation Observed: Ensure that all hot water pipes have protective covers and are maintained in good condition in room 1. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of Violation Observed: Repair and/or paint the bannister posts in room 1. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-5.3(p) |
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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. Violation Observed: Secure the power cords in room 5. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 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: Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. |
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| 2023-03-29 | 2023-06-28 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Remove debris from the outdoor play area near the tricycles. |
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| 2022-05-11 | 2022-05-26 | 3A:52-3.4(a) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. |
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| 2022-05-11 | 2022-05-11 | 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 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. |
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| 2021-08-24 | 2021-06-25 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) |
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Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). Violation Observed: RE-TRAIN NAMED STAFF IN THE FOLLOWING CORE AREA: IMPLEMENTING CLASSROOM TECHNIQUES/STRATEGIES TO ENSURE PROPER BATHROOM SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES |
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| 2021-08-24 | 2021-08-24 | 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 WHEN CHANGING IN THE BATHROOM IN ROOM 2: 2 PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WERE CHANGING IN THE BATHROOM WITH THE DOOR CLOSED; WHEN INTERVIEWED THE NAMED STAFF SAID SHE UNDERSTANDS THAT THE CHILDREN MUST KEEP THE DOOR SLIGHTLY OPEN TO ENSURE THAT THEY ARE PROPERLY SUPERVISED, BUT WAS UNAWARE THAT THE DOOR HAD CLOSED, DUE TO THE FACT, THAT SHE WAS ASSISTING ANOTHER CHILD TO CHANGE BASED ON THE FACT THAT THE NAMED STAFF SEEMED TO UNDERSTAND THE REQUIREMENT THIS VIOLATION WAS CITED AND ABATED ON THE DAY OF THIS INSPECTION |
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