Park View Academy - Jersey City NJ Regular Child Care Center

33 Park View Avenue , Jersey City NJ 07302
(201) 499-5775
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About the Provider

Description:

At Park View Academy, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming environment for all children. Our unique programs incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning. To find out more about us, keep reading or feel free to get in touch.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 170600199
  • Capacity: 57
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: Full-Time
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2025-10-18
  • District Office: New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-667-9845 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2019-12-12 2020-10-07 3A:52-6.1(g)(2)(i)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children less than 18 months of age shall provide at least four types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, sensory; language and dramatic play; manipulative; building; large muscle; music; or other comparable activities; and at least four types of supplies and equipment for each activity area chosen by the center. Staff members shall provide periodic activity or learning opportunities to stimulate the five senses of non-ambulatory children.

Violation Observed: Provide at least 4 areas with at least 4 types of supplies in the blue room.
2019-12-12 2020-10-07 3A:52-6.1(g)(3)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

Violation Observed: Provide at least 5 areas with at least 5 types of supplies in the green room.
2019-12-12 2020-01-16 3A:52-4.11(a)(3)
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). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

Violation Observed: There is 1 CHRI clearance outstanding.
2019-12-12 2020-01-16 3A:52-7.6(b)(6)(iv)
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: a written description of the follow-up action taken by the center, including

Violation Observed: Ensure time of parental notification is included on accident reports.
2019-12-12 2020-01-16 3A:52-7.6(a)(2)
The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

Violation Observed: Notify parents immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.
2019-12-12 2020-10-07 3A:52-4.8(c)
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 staff complete 12 hours of annual training.
2019-12-12 2020-10-07 3A:52-4.8(b)
Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Violation Observed: Provide documentation of staff training on orientation topics.
2019-12-12 2019-12-12 3A:52-5.3(a)(10)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure diaper creams and other toxins are maintained inaccessible to children.
2019-12-12 2020-10-07 3A:52-4.6(c)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.

Violation Observed: Provide documentation to credential the Head Teacher.
2019-12-12 2020-02-13 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure director designee completes understanding licensing.
2019-10-18 2019-12-12 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
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: Repair or replace stained ceiling tiles in green room.

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Reviews

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Cristina 2021-04-11 22:06:38
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

The crew aren’t trained. There’s too many kids with only one person. Kids get injured very often and they don’t take responsibility.

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