Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Growing Garden of Paramus
Paramus, NJ
· Bergen County
52 S Paramus Road,
Paramus, NJ 07652
Quick Facts
Capacity
60 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 6 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
080400083
License Issued
Mar 28, 2024
Active Through
Mar 28, 2027
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
The Growing Garden of Paramus is a Child Care Center in Paramus NJ, with a maximum capacity of 60 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 1/2 - 6 years. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-02 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-22 | Life Safety Modification | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-30 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-01 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-03-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-18 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Ensure accident reports are completed in entirety. - 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: the name of the injured child. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii) | Ensure that unapproved space is inaccessible to the children at all times; wherein center was using the gym, which is not a part of the center's licensed space. Center must submit a request through NJCCIS to add the gym. 1/18/23-Note center submitted the space request through NJCCIS. Violation is being abated as the space request is pending and center was not observed using space. - Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children. |
| 2022-12-07 | 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | 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). |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire for one named staff member. - 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for one named staff member. - 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures. - Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that an Epi-pens is accompanied by a special care plan for one named child and seizure medication contains parental signature for one named child. - 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). |
| 2022-12-07 | 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Update staff training logs for current year. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center's evacuation procedures include an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating an alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children; wherein cleaners and other toxins were observed in cabinets. All items were moved during inspection. - 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. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) | Ensure that center provides hot tap water that does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit, wherein there was no hot water during inspection. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that toilets in Room 4 is in working order, as it was clogged during inspection. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) | Ensure that microwave and toaster ovens are secured in Room 4. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Secure fish tank in Room 2. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) | Sand/paint bathroom door frame in Classroom 4. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint. |
| 2022-12-07 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Remove 2 broken ride on toys from the outdoor play area. - 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. |
| 2021-05-10 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-09-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-07-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-02-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-12-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-10-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-09-06 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-07-29 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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