Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Leaguers, Inc.- Broad Street
Newark, NJ
· Essex County
999-1005 Broad Street,
Newark, NJ 07102
Quick Facts
Capacity
95 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 6 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
160900113
License Issued
Jul 29, 2026
Active Through
Jul 29, 2029
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 Leaguers, Inc.- Broad Street is a Child Care Center in Newark NJ, with a maximum capacity of 95 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 1/2 - 6 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 07:30 AM - 06:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-29 | Phone Call,Email | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-06-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-12 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-01 | Monitoring,Life Safety Modification | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-31 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-06-18 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-08 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-12-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-12-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-11-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-17 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-09-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-09-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-28 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-05-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-19 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-20 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-22 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-19 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-01-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-12-16 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-16 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-16 | 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. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes a staff records checklist and maintains on file all documents listed on the staff records checklist, specifically, the signed employment applications, criminal disclosure statements, proof of receipt of policies, Mantoux test results, and medical clearances for all staff members. - 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). |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that all staff members and the sponsor representative submit a CARI background check upon renewal. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff members and the sponsor representative complete a new CHRI background check as required. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. - The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(e) | Ensure that the director completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL within 90 days of hire. - Directors shall complete staff development in understanding licensing regulations as provided by the Office of Licensing within 90 days of hire. Such staff development may be included in the required 20 hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d). |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) | Ensure that at least two staff members have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. - First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. In Room 3, ensure that 1 child's special care plan is signed by a parent and that both EpiPens are present in their EpiPen 2-Pack as required. - 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). |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(c) | Provide a current health certificate as required. - If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. The emergency exit egress in Room 2 was obstructed and cleared while the inspector was present. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least one additional lockdown drill during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Ensure that the center conducts fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time. - Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) | Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(b)(1) | Ensure that the director meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - The director shall meet the following qualification requirements for early childhood programs licensed to serve more than 30 children, the director shall meet the qualification requirements as specified in N.J.A.C 3A:52-4.6(b) for education and experience. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2022-12-16 | 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Repair or replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 1. - 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. |
| 2022-12-16 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) | Remove the items being stored in the hallway by the bathrooms to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads from Room 5 to the rear emergency exit. - Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit. |
| 2022-08-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-07-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-06-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-04-25 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-01-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-02-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-02-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-02-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-02-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-01-25 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-12-23 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-11-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-10-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-09-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-06-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-08 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-04-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-02 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-12-19 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-06-05 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-03 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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