Description:
Raab Montessori Academy (RMA) was established in the fall of 2020 in the face of a pandemic. At a time of uncertainty, it became certain that an inclusive program devoted to fostering the whole child in academic rigor, social and emotional security, critical thinking, and conflict resolution was a much needed addition to the community. RMA is the only authentic Montessori program within 40 miles of Ocean City, NJ. We believe that when given the proper environment and instruction, the child will absorb all learning opportunities and create a solid foundation with which to build upon and grow. RMA strives for superior early childhood education by providing a safe, welcoming, childcentered environment in which the child can independently explore and grow. Our Raab Montessori Academy students are given the educational fundamentals and life skills to carry them wherever their unique path takes them in life.
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| 2023-02-07 | 2023-03-14 | 3A:52-6.2(a)(2) |
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The center shall provide a supply of age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program equipment including play equipment, child-size furniture and supplies that are non-toxic and safe for use by children in the age groups served. Violation Observed: Ensure that all materials used by the children are age appropriate and safe for use by ages of children in classrooms. |
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| 2023-02-07 | 2023-03-14 | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) |
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The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal. |
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| 2023-02-07 | 2023-03-14 | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food. |
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| 2023-02-07 | 2023-03-14 | 3A:52-5.3(p) |
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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: Ensure that toys supplied for the children are safe, not a choking hazard and are used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. |
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| 2023-02-07 | 2023-03-14 | 3A:52-7.6(b)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes accident reports as required when a child sustains a head injury to include documentation when the parent was notified. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) |
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Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity. Violation Observed: Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 | 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: Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At the time of the inspection, the exit leading out of the second floor was blocked and cleared upon request. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 | 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) |
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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. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Four named staff were not aware that 2 named children had exited via the facility gate and walked a short distance from the center unsupervised. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.3(a) |
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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. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Two named children exited via the facility gate and walked a short distance from the center unsupervised. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 | 3A:52-4.9(a) |
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The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for incidents occurring at the center are adhered to at all times, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-7.6(a)(1) |
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The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child is bitten and the skin is broken. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that parents are notified of incidents occurring at the center as required. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 | 3A:52-2.6(c) |
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Whenever the Department, through its Office of Licensing, Institutional Abuse Investigation Unit, or local offices, conducts complaint investigations, the center shall cooperate with all Department investigators. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that staff cooperate with all DCF investigations and inspections as required, including providing all requested information. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2023-01-19 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) |
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Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). Violation Observed: Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy, 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children, 3. Recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect, 4. Notifying parents of incidents as required, and 5. Cooperating with all DCF inspections and investigations as required, including providing all requested information to DCF. 1/19/2023 retraining for tracking and supervision was completed. |
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| 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 | 3A:52-5.3(p) |
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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: Based on information, ensure that the facility gate is maintained in good repair. |
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| 2022-10-18 | 2022-12-08 | 3A:52-6.6(a)(1) |
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The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive. Violation Observed: Based on complaint #21325, ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. |
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