Description: The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
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| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | 3A:52-4.6(a) |
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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. |
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| 2023-01-12 | 2023-08-07 | 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: Provide a current fire certificate as required. |
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| 2021-03-31 | 2021-04-29 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) |
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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. Violation Observed: Complete radon testing for all classrooms on the lowest level used by children. |
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| 2021-03-31 | 2021-05-05 | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) |
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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: Complete water testing with a DEP certified lab for lead and copper and provide OOL with a copy of the water test as well as the Drinking Water Checklist and Statement of Assurance forms. |
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| 2020-11-19 | 2020-11-19 | 3A:52-6.6(a)(1) |
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The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive. Violation Observed: Based on the information, ensure that staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center. A named staff would use an inappropriate tone of voice and say disparaging things towards the infants. The same staff would raise her voice, mock infants for crying and tell infants that they would not be fed. |
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| 2020-11-19 | 2020-11-19 | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(i) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: the center shall develop mutually with each child's parent(s) and follow a feeding plan regarding the feeding schedule, specific formula, breastfeeding arrangements and accommodations, and/or expressed breast milk, nutritional needs, and introduction of new food for each child. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that infants are fed as needed in accordance with their individual feeding plans. |
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| 2020-11-19 | 2020-11-19 | 3A:52-4.8(g)(1) |
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The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used. Violation Observed: Based on information, retrain all staff on: | 1. The center's policies and procedures for incidents, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect; | 2. Meeting the needs of the children, including feeding and changing infants as needed; | 3. The center's discipline policy. |
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| 2020-11-19 | 2020-11-19 | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(i)(1) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, staff members shall ensure that staff members shall ensure that each child's diaper is changed when wet or soiled. Violation Observed: Based on information, ensure that infants' diapers are changed as needed. |
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| 2020-11-19 | 2020-11-19 | 3A:52-5.3(r) |
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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 the information, ensure that adequate procedures for incidents occurring at the center are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including recognizing and reporting possible incidents of child abuse and neglect. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-10-10 | 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center. Violation Observed: Ensure that there are 5 activity area and 5 supplies in each area in room 3, 4, and 5. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-11-12 | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) |
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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 CARI checks are completed for all staff as required. There is 1 missing CARI check. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-10-10 | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. Violation Observed: Ensure that all bottles in room 1 are labeled with both the child's name and date. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-10-10 | 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) |
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For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair. Violation Observed: Repair or replace the diapering pads in rooms 2 and 3 that are ripping. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-10-10 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure radon testing is completed in every room on the lowest floor used by children. |
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| 2019-08-08 | 2019-10-10 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure the front of the bathroom stalls between rooms 6 and 7 are free of rust. |
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