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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| 2023-03-27 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-6.6(a)(1) |
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The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive. Violation Observed: Ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance at all times throughout the center. |
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| 2023-03-27 | 2023-06-07 | 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: Ensure bleach is not sprayed near children and is completely dried prior to children using treated surfaces in room 2. |
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| 2023-03-27 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 1 and room 4. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff are aware of the number of children in their care at all times. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-03-27 | 3A:52-6.1(b)(1) |
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The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries. Violation Observed: Ensure that time frames for each activity are both age and developmentally appropriate for the children served in room 2. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-06-07 | 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) |
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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 sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Violation Observed: Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 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 maintains on file a, updated Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 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: Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-06-07 | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) |
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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: Ensure that all Epi-pens have two present when required. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-03-13 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) |
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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. Violation Observed: Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in the bathroom in room 9. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-06-07 | 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 that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair, including in the bathroom in room 5. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-06-07 | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) |
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Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. Violation Observed: Secure light cover in the bathroom in room 4. |
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| 2023-03-13 | 2023-06-07 | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) |
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Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. Violation Observed: Clean vents in the bathroom in room 7. |
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| 2022-12-21 | 2022-12-21 | 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) |
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Heating requirements are as follows: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms. Violation Observed: Ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. |
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| 2022-09-16 | 2022-10-31 | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) |
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Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11. Violation Observed: Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487) .Clean and maintain toddler Little Tykes playground equipment. |
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DON'T BE FOOLED!!! What a great "storefront", what a great sales pitch, what a great perception. Unfortunately the reality is quite different from the pitch. You expect the best for your child, but receive only a shell of such a thing. They want you to think they are the best and sell you on it. They will even show you examples, but if you are perceptive, you will see the truth - just look behind the curtain. If you show up unannounced at an irregular time, you will be delayed at the front (they have to let you in) until the room is the way they want you to see it. Try passing through there rather quickly during random times to pick up your child and breeze through the delay tactics, you may see the truth - screaming kids being ignored, infants in cribs that are not sleeping and most likely crying or possibly just standing in the crib doing nothing while the "teachers" ignore them. My child has learned more in 1 week at a different daycare than was learned in 6 months at this Goddard School.