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The Learning Experience at Paramus
Paramus, NJ
· Bergen County
280 East Midland Avenue,
Paramus, NJ 07652
Quick Facts
Capacity
185 children
Age range (listing information)
0 - 13 years
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Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
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Contact Information
📞 (201) 225-0001
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
180300020
License Issued
Sep 13, 2024
Active Through
Sep 13, 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 Learning Experience at Paramus is a Child Care Center in Paramus NJ, with a maximum capacity of 185 children. This child care center's listing gives an age range of 0 - 13 years; please confirm current ages with the provider. It is open Monday - Friday, 06:30 AM - 06:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-06-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-05-07 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-01 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-27 | Monitoring,Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-23 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-23 | Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-09 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-08-09 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-07 | Increase | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-05 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-09 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-27 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-13 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-15 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-07-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-28 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(7) | Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center’s discipline policy. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6. |
| 2023-06-05 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-05 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center, wherein staff in room 3 reported 17 children present when only 16 children were in attendance. 6/28/23-Unable to abate violation as staff in room 1 reported having 9 children when 10 children were present. - The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center, wherein one staff member was observed with 7 infants in Room 1. - The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f):Age Staff/Child RatioUnder 18 months - 1:418 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:62 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:104 years - 1:125 years and older - 1:15 |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) | Based on complaint, ensure that accident reports contain all required components, including the time of parental notification. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. - 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, toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child with a diaper change. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting. |
| 2023-06-05 | 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; update. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | 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). |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire; one named staff outstanding. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Provide education documentation for one head teacher. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Retrain all staff on supervising and tracking children. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Based on complaint, retrain all staff on the center's policy of completing accident reports, including documenting time of parental notification. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(q)(3)(v) | Ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled with their OOL assigned number. - Space and room requirements are as follows: Indoor space requirements for play rooms and sleep rooms are as follows the center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Replace stained ceiling tiles in Room 5. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Secure radio wire in Room 6. - 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. |
| 2023-06-05 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) | Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. - 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. |
| 2023-05-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-03-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center, including during transitions from the classroom. - The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. |
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Based on report, retrain the named staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2022-12-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-05 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-28 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-28 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-6.7(b) | Ensure that staff engage the children in a positive way and do not use foul language around the children. A staff member in Room 2 was observed to be very upset; when confronted, she voiced that she was overwhelmed and used foul language in front of the children. - Staff members shall not use abusive language, ridicule, harsh, humiliating or frightening treatment or any other form of emotional punishment of children. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a) | Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. - The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required 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. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff 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. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) | Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center, wherein staff in Room 3 2nd floor reported 22 present when 23 were observed. - The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(c) | Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center, wherein Room 1, 2nd floor, had 11 children aged 3 present with only one staff member. An additional staff member was required. 10/5/22-During inspection, adequate staff/child ratios were maintained, however, as a result of complaint investigation, it was revealed that at times the center is still out of ratio. Based on complaint, the violation will remain open. - The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f):Age Staff/Child RatioUnder 18 months - 1:418 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:62 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:104 years - 1:125 years and older - 1:15 |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Submit transcripts for new head teacher. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center’s supervision policy.NOTE: Violation is being abated as the named staff quit and is no longer an employee at the center. - 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. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(e)(8) | Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. - For early childhood programs all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all staff have completed re-training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children and are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. - The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times. |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(7) | Ensure that the named staff is trained in the center's policy of positive guidance and discipline. Submit training information with staff signature to OOL.10/5/22-NOTE, named staff was terminated; violation is being abated. - Topics of orientation training shall include implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6. |
| 2022-08-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-06-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-20 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-20 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Retrain all staff members on the center's policies on hand washing and sanitation. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. - 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. |
| 2022-05-20 | 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. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food. - 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 before intake of food. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed. - 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. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(iii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with fecal matter or other bodily secretions. - 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 coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2022-05-20 | 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 two named staff members. - 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. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(v) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after outdoor play. - 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 outdoor play. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(11) | Based on complaint, ensure that all staff complete re-training on recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies. - Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions. |
| 2022-05-20 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - 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. |
| 2022-02-15 | Monitoring,Increase | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-09 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-05-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-04-22 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-11-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-08 | New Sponsor | No | Center Inspection |
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