Rhyme and Reason - Denville NJ Regular Child Care Center

8 MYERS AVE , DENVILLE NJ 07834
(973) 625-4455

About the Provider

Description: Rhyme and Reason Child Care Center offers preschoolers and early elementary aged children a unique and enriching academic experience. Our nurturing environment offers a strong commitment to children and families. We are passionate about providing your child the tools they need to be successful in their academic journey.

At Rhyme and Reason your child will experience a variety of activities that will contribute to his growth allowing him to acheive his full potential.
Our days incorporate fun, learning, and enrichment. Not only do we have a developmental curriculum, but children also experience:
Music Together
Dancin' Kids
Young Explorers
Kids in the Kitchen
Young Rembrants

Our methods of teaching and dedicated teachers contribute to the well-rounded experience that your child will find at Rhyme and Reason.Come visit Rhyme and Reason today. We look forward to sharing our family with yours.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 14RHY0001
  • Capacity: 40
  • Age Range: 2 1/2 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • 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
2022-11-17 2023-01-11 3A:52-4.6(a)
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).

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
2022-11-17 2023-01-11 3A:52-5.3(n)(1)
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. Ensure monthly drills are being conducted and recorded.
2021-09-03 2021-12-14 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)
Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the center's File Cabinet prior to the care of the infant, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that the center will comply with the required staff-child ratios for the back room on the first floor and will provide an additional staff person wherein the young infant is present at the center due to the second exit from that room to the back outside yard.
2021-09-03 2021-12-14 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)
Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the center's File Cabinet prior to the care of the infant, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that the center will comply with the required staff-child ratios for the back room on the first floor and will provide an additional staff person wherein the young infant is present at the center due to the second exit from that room to the back outside yard.
2021-05-24 2021-10-28 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the table of organization in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2021-10-28 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2)
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 job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the job descriptions in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2021-09-03 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)
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.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the water report for testing of lead and copper and other support documents in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2022-02-28 3A:52-5.3(i)(8)
Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the current Safe Building Interior Certificate to the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 3A:52-5.3(i)(8)
Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the current Safe Building Interior Certificate to the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2021-09-03 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)
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.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the water report for testing of lead and copper and other support documents in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2021-10-28 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2)
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 job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the job descriptions in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2021-05-24 2021-10-28 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: The center shall submit or upload the table of organization in the center's File Cabinet in NJCCIS.
2019-09-20 3A:52-4.10(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure one staff completes CARI.
2019-09-20 2019-10-22 3A:52-4.10(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure one staff completes CARI.
2019-09-20 2019-10-22 3A:52-4.10(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure one staff completes CARI.

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