Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
South Mountain YMCA- Jefferson School
Maplewood, NJ
· Essex County
518 Ridgewood Road,
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Quick Facts
Capacity
81 children
Age range (listing information)
6 - 13 years
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Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 762-4145
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
07AFT0001
License Issued
Sep 14, 2026
Active Through
Sep 14, 2029
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
Jefferson is an exciting school that focuses on skill development to educate the whole child. There are many structures and programs in place to ensure that Jefferson students get ample opportunities to engage in challenging learning activities that focus on helping students develop and become independent thinkers and problem solvers. Jefferson students learn how to work independently, in partnerships and in collaborative, small groups. Character education is integrated into the daily program for students to learn how to make good choices as they engage in their daily activities. There are school values that define the school and the characteristics a good student should possess. These values or Pillars of Character are introduced monthly by different classes in creative ways to encourage students to get “spotted” practicing one of these character traits. body that creates a small, community feel. At Jefferson we collaborate to work together as a community.
Hours of Operation
- Monday02:00 PM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday02:00 PM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday02:00 PM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday02:00 PM - 06:30 PM
- Friday02:00 PM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-29 | Life Safety Modification | No | Center Inspection |
| 2026-08-07 | Agency Meeting | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-05-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-07 | Phone Call,Record Retrieval | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-01-15 | Phone Call,Email | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-08 | Life Safety Modification | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-08 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-13 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2024-12-09 | Monitoring | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-12-11 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-12-01 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-10-30 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-09-25 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-08-01 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-06-29 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-05-09 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-03-22 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-02-10 | Renewal | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and communication. - 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check upon renewal. - 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.1(d)(1) | Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including the staff's CARI and CHRI background checks. - The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(d)(1) | Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Provide the required documents to the OOL. - For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(b) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. - 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). |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(e) | Ensure that the director designee completes the training, "Understanding Licensing Regulations" provided by OOL within 90 days of hire. - Directors shall complete staff development in understanding licensing regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing within 90 days of hire. Such staff development may be included in the required 20 hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d). |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. - 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that there are at least two staff members present at the center at all times who have current first aid and CPR certifications. Provide documentation for both the AM and PM sessions. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist for both the AM and PM session. - The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during the AM session and maintains a log on file. - 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. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during both the AM and PM sessions, and maintains records of the drills on file. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2023-02-10 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Submit a copy of the public school's drinking water test results. - 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. |
| 2020-08-11 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-06-15 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-05-15 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-04-16 | Renewal | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2020-03-16 | Yes | POPS Inspection | |
| 2020-02-03 | Agency Meeting | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-12-13 | Agency Meeting | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-12-04 | Monitoring | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-12-04 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-11-21 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-09-19 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-07-10 | Phone Call | Yes | POPS Inspection |
| 2019-05-06 | Monitoring | No | POPS Inspection |
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