Description: The Community School in Nutley was founded in 1967.Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing and academically appropriate educational environment for young children. We teach them the skills and provide them with the tools they will need to succeed in elementary school and beyond. Since 1967, we have developed a reputation for providing superior care in a healthy, stimulating environment where children between the ages of three months and six years old are encouraged to explore their interests and express themselves After they graduate and move on to local elementary schools, our children excel in Kindergarten and parents are thrilled with the skills and knowledge they have acquired at CSN. We are open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday, with an optional late pick up time. We are conveniently located in three separate locations, with ample play areas for children to enjoy. Parents are always welcome to stop by.
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.
| Date Cited | Date Abated | Regulation Number |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-05-26 | 2022-07-21 | 3A:52-4.6(a) |
|
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). Violation Observed: Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. |
||
| 2022-05-26 | 2022-07-21 | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) |
|
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. Violation Observed: Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. |
||
| 2022-05-26 | 2022-07-21 | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) |
|
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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. |
||
| 2021-04-13 | 2021-04-15 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) |
|
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: Submit an updated Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance. |
||
| 2021-04-13 | 2021-06-16 | 3A:52-5.3(h)(2) |
|
Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center Violation Observed: Submit an updated lead paint risk assessment. |
||
| 2021-04-13 | 2021-04-15 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) |
|
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: Submit an updated Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance. |
||
| 2021-04-13 | 2021-06-16 | 3A:52-5.3(h)(2) |
|
Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center Violation Observed: Submit an updated lead paint risk assessment. |
||
| 2020-02-05 | 2020-02-05 | 3A:52-5.3(r) |
|
The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Violation Observed: Based on a complaint, ensure all staff adhere to the center's policies and procedures for social media and cell phone usage. A named staff took a picture of themselves with their cellphone while in the children's bathroom and posted it to social media. Two children were in the background of the picture. One child's arm is visible as the child was directly behind the staff, and the second child is not exposed but they are clearly visible with their pants pulled down as they were using the toilet. |
||
| 2020-02-05 | 2020-05-04 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) |
|
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. Violation Observed: Based on a complaint, retrain all staff in the center's policies and procedures for cell phone usage. |
||
| 2020-02-05 | 2020-05-04 | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) |
|
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. Violation Observed: Based on a complaint, retrain all staff in the center's policies and procedures for cell phone usage. |
||
| 2020-02-05 | 2020-02-05 | 3A:52-5.3(r) |
|
The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Violation Observed: Based on a complaint, ensure all staff adhere to the center's policies and procedures for social media and cell phone usage. A named staff took a picture of themselves with their cellphone while in the children's bathroom and posted it to social media. Two children were in the background of the picture. One child's arm is visible as the child was directly behind the staff, and the second child is not exposed but they are clearly visible with their pants pulled down as they were using the toilet. |
||
| 2019-07-29 | 3A:52-4.3(a) | |
|
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: 2) Ensure children are directly supervised at all times, wherein:a) 4 children, 5-12 years old, were unsupervised on the outdoor play area;b) staff in the fellowship hall were unaware that multiple children were leaving the room to use the hallway bathroom without supervision. |
||
| 2019-07-29 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | |
|
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). Violation Observed: 107) Obtain and maintain on file the medication listed in the Special Care Plan for 1 named child. |
||
| 2019-07-29 | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | |
|
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: 120) Obtain a current fire certificate. |
||
| 2019-07-29 | 2019-09-18 | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) |
|
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: 120) Obtain a current fire certificate. |
||
If you are a provider and you believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about The Community School In Nutley, Inc.. Let other families know what’s great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
