Child Care Center
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Montclair Child Development Center, Inc. Head Start
Glen Ridge, NJ
· Essex County
272 Baldwin Street,
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Quick Facts
Capacity
161 children
Age Range
2 1/2 - 6 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2
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Contact Information
📞 (973) 783-0220
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
07MON0004
License Issued
Mar 20, 2026
Active Through
Mar 20, 2029
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
AbdalHaqq
2023-07-12 02:29:27
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for less than 6 months
The preschool teacher Ms Lovelace is simply amazing. Vanna wanted to go to school even on the weekends. She loves Ms Lovelace. The teacher was patient, loving, nurturing it was Vanna 1st time in school and she was so happy had no issues about separation. She was always learning something new .
Thank you.
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About the Provider
The mission of the Montclair Child Development Center, Inc. is to provide successful encounters that will embrace the child, empower the family and strengthen the community.
Hours of Operation
- Monday08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Tuesday08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Wednesday08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Thursday08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Friday08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-02-10 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-01-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-24 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-24 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-23 | Re-Inspection,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-29 | Unable to Conduct Inspection,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-26 | Other,No Children Present | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-20 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-26 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-02-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-01-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-12-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-10-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-26 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-14 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-08-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-06-05 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-25 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-09 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required near the hallway exit door of room 8. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. |
| 2023-02-08 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-08 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - 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). |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 6 named staff within two weeks of hire. - 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that 12 named staff staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal.3/15/23: 4 CARIs received, 8 remaining. - 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure that 3 named staff complete a 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meet 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the 2 group teachers meet 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 |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(b) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. - Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d). |
| 2023-02-08 | 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). |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(c) | Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. - The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) | Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. - In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity. |
| 2023-02-08 | 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 2 for 1 named child. - 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). |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Repair the baseboard in the bathroom of 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(3) | Secured window screen in room 3. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, crawl spaces, attic spaces, and all doors and windows used for natural ventilation shall be provided with insect screening. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Ensure that the shelving near the computer station is secured to a stable surface in room 5. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean condition in rooms 1,2 and 8. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) | Repair and/or paint the walls near the sleeping equipment and other surfaces as required in room 5. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(p) | Repair and/or remove all broken and/or rusted toys from the outdoor play area. - 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing and use zones under all play equipment as required. - 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-3.6(b)(1) | Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families and staff a copy of the Information to Parents document and maintains on file signatures of all staff and families attesting to the receipt of the policy. - The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document. The center shall maintain on file a copy of the Information to Parents document. |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | 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. |
| 2023-02-08 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(h)(2) | Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required. - 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 |
| 2022-07-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-06-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-05-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-04-19 | Technical Assistance Visit | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-03-31 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2022-03-31 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-02-28 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-31 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-12-09 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-11-04 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-10-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-31 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-07-15 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-15 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-28 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-27 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-07-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-06-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-04-27 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-08-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-08-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-06-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2019-05-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-05-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
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