Description: Our goal is to provide:
A learning environment: Not only will your child learn the ABC’s and 123, but they will also learn honesty, respect, and self-reliance
A safe environment: Your child’s safety is our greatest concern. Your child will only be released or dismissed from school to a person who you “the parent or guardian” has authorized.
A nurturing environment: In our home like setting, your child will be encouraged to share their feelings and express their creativity.
A proper approach to discipline: Since children occasionally need discipline, it is important we share a similar philosophy so that your child does not become confused as to where the boundaries are and what is expected of him or her. Children are taught which behaviors are inappropriate and why, and are then given alternatives that are acceptable. In this way the behavior is being changed without making the child feel “bad” or unloved.
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns, as the provider may have already addressed some or all issues. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2021-03-26 | 2021-03-26 | 3A:52-6.1(e) |
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The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. Violation Observed: Ensure pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking. |
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| 2021-03-26 | 2021-07-14 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) |
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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: Provide Drinking Water Statement of Assurance signed by the center's sponsor representative. |
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| 2021-03-26 | 2021-03-26 | 3A:52-6.4(i) |
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Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices. Violation Observed: Remove pacifier straps and other attachment devices. |
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| 2021-03-26 | 2021-05-04 | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) |
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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: Provide a valid fire certificate. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-01-07 | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(viii) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: when a child is bottle-feeding while resting, the bottle shall be removed when the child falls asleep. Violation Observed: Remove bottles from crib when child falls asleep. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-08-19 | 3A:52-4.8(b) |
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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's annual training on the orientation topics. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-01-07 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. Violation Observed: Clean bathroom vents. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-08-19 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2. Violation Observed: Provide a new radon test results. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-01-07 | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(ii) |
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The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that sleeping equipment shall be free of pillows and soft bedding, including, but not limited to bumper pads, when occupied by a sleeping child. Violation Observed: Cease use of blankets for children under 12 months. |
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| 2019-11-07 | 2020-07-16 | 3A:52-5.2(d) |
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An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. Violation Observed: Obtain a valid fire certificate. |
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On of the best preschool and nursery in downtown jersey city . The owner Miss Sherry
Provide the best care. All three of my children attended both the nursey and preschool
And I have recommended friends who is raving about the school the cleanest child care center I have ever seen and I visit about 8 before I pick smile preschool they are affordable every year these two center gets upgrade
If you are looking for a Nursey or Preschool trust me visit Smile first the understand
Family value
I went to check the nursery on first avenue which is part of this daycare since I have been looking for nurseries in Hudson County. I got to tell you that I had a pretty bad impression of this one. First the smell inside resembles that of mold and dirty carpet, the people that work there seemed somewhat startled and appear to be acting somehow, there was a baby in the swing and the poor thing seemed that was there for a while already and she was babbling something and this young worker would just say "what? What?" to her, very little love there... I felt bad and then I left. I feel bad for those babies of parents who have to work and have no option other than to leave their babies there... I rather go on food stamps than to leave my child in such a place.
On the plus side, This nursery is less expensive than some alternatives like River School and Learning Ladders. The caregivers are very nice and were very attentive with my son.
On the negative side, the owner/administrator is unprofessional, dishonest and rude. Their bookkeeping is inconsistent to the point where they will take your check, neglect to cash it, then charge you a late fee for non-payment. When I pulled out my son I waited six months for them to return my deposit, and only after I threatened to take them to court.
Additionally, the toys could use an upgrade; they use a bathroom to store strollers, and the nursery is poorly ventilated.