Small World Child Development Center - Waldwick NJ Regular Child Care Center

94 CRESCENT AVE , WALDWICK NJ 07463
(201) 445-1090

About the Provider

Description: Small World is a family-owned, state-accredited preschool with a center in both Waldwick, NJ. Our small class sizes and prekindergarten programs are designed to meet the individual needs of children age 2 months through 10 years old. After-School Care and Summer Camp for school-age children is available at our Waldwick location.

Here at Small World, we have created a warm, loving and family-oriented atmosphere where children can develop socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 02SMA0005
  • Capacity: 76
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Current License Expiration Date: Jul 23, 2025
  • 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
2022-04-07 2022-07-27 3A:52-4.11(a)(1)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. Obtain a new CHRI clearance for any staff member who was originally fingerprinted prior to 1/1/21.
2022-04-07 2022-06-10 3A:52-7.9(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include

Violation Observed: Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components.
2022-04-07 2022-11-02 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: Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.
2022-04-07 2022-05-09 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 that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Ensure lotions are not stored in children's backpacks in Room 5.
2022-04-07 2022-05-09 3A:52-5.4(a)(1)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

Violation Observed: Ensue the face plate for the electrical box properly covers the box in Room 6.
2022-04-07 2022-07-11 3A:52-5.3(p)
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 air conditioner cord in Room 4.
2022-04-07 2022-05-09 3A:52-7.5(b)(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 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 all required medications on the special care plan are present at the center.
2022-04-07 2022-06-10 3A:52-4.6(c)(3)(i)
For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education one year of teaching experience in a group program for children under six years of age, which may include supervised practice teaching and/or student teaching.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual, including the required teaching experience in a group program for children.
2022-04-07 2022-06-10 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: 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.
2022-01-25 2022-03-07 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed in Room 3.
2022-01-25 2022-03-07 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii)
Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

Violation Observed: Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child in toileting or changing a diaper in Room 3.
2022-01-25 2022-02-01 3A:52-3.4(a)
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.
2022-01-25 2022-02-01 3A:52-5.2(a)(5)
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.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. At the time of inspection, the fire panel was reading "trouble mode" and "power trouble". The monitoring company was called and confirmed they were not recieveing a signal. The fire inspector was also notified.
2022-01-25 2022-06-10 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.
2022-01-25 2022-03-07 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: Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Repair the peeling ceiling tile in building 2, Room 2.

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