Discovery Corner Child Care and Enrichment Center

2026

1. Medium-High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Based on information, ensure that the playground fence is maintained in good condition, including ensuring that the fence gate is repaired as needed.

   Based on information, ensure that the playground fence is maintained in good condition, including ensuring that the fence gate is repaired as needed. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
2. Medium-High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Based on information, ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. On the playground, there is a handicapped ramp covered in mulch that is accessible to the children.

   Based on information, ensure that all outdoor hazards are removed as required. On the playground, there is a handicapped ramp covered in mulch that is accessible to the children. Regulation: 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.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
3. High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a) — Based on information, ensure that center administration is notified of incidents occurring at the center in accordance with center policy.

   Based on information, ensure that center administration is notified of incidents occurring at the center in accordance with center policy. Regulation: (a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
4. Medium-High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Based on information, ensure that ceiling tiles are secured as required.

   Based on information, ensure that ceiling tiles are secured as required. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
5. High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child left the playground unsupervised on 2 separate occasions through a broken fence gate.

   Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child left the playground unsupervised on 2 separate occasions through a broken fence gate. Regulation: 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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
6. High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on information, retrain all staff on: 1. The center's supervision policy, 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children, and 3. The center's policies and procedures for incidents, including notifying center

   Based on information, retrain all staff on: 1. The center's supervision policy, 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children, and 3. The center's policies and procedures for incidents, including notifying center administration as required. Regulation: (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
7. High risk7/14/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff were taking pictures of the children on the center's iPad and were not aware that a named child

   Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Staff were taking pictures of the children on the center's iPad and were not aware that a named child had exited the playground. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

   Corrected 7/14/2026
8. High risk5/5/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on complaint #25129, ensure that children are supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during toileting procedures as appropriate for children's ages in room 6.

   Based on complaint #25129, ensure that children are supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during toileting procedures as appropriate for children's ages in room 6. Regulation: 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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

   Corrected 6/1/2026
9. Medium-High risk5/5/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the toilet in room 6 is maintained in good operating condition at all times.

   Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the toilet in room 6 is maintained in good operating condition at all times. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

   Corrected 6/1/2026
10. High risk5/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Repair the emergency exit door located off of room 9.

    Repair the emergency exit door located off of room 9. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 6/25/2026
11. Medium-High risk5/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) — Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the heating component of the HVAC system is in good operating condition at all times.

    Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the heating component of the HVAC system is in good operating condition at all times. Regulation: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

    Corrected 6/25/2026
12. Medium-High risk5/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) — Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the ventilation component of the HVAC system is in good operating condition at all times.

    Based on complaint #25129, ensure that the ventilation component of the HVAC system is in good operating condition at all times. Regulation: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
13. Medium-High risk5/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Based on complaint #25129, ensure the outdoor play area fence is maintained in good repair at all times.

    Based on complaint #25129, ensure the outdoor play area fence is maintained in good repair at all times. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

    Corrected 7/14/2026
14. Medium risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(b) — Ensure disposable rubber gloves are discarded after each use in room 6.

    Ensure disposable rubber gloves are discarded after each use in room 6. Regulation: Staff members shall use disposable rubber gloves, which shall be discarded after each use, when coming into contact with blood or vomit.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
15. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diapering/assisting with toileting in room 6.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diapering/assisting with toileting in room 6. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

    Corrected 6/1/2026
16. High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.6(c)(1) — Ensure that the lockdown shade is limited to use during lockdowns or drills only to ensure maximum visibility as required in room 10.

    Ensure that the lockdown shade is limited to use during lockdowns or drills only to ensure maximum visibility as required in room 10. Regulation: For rooms and areas used by children, except as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.6(e), the following monitoring requirements shall apply: the center shall equip every room or area designated for use by children, except for kitchen and toilet facilities, with one of the following options in order to promote maximum visibility and audibility: a centrally supervised audio or visual monitoring system; uncovered and unobstructed glass panels or two-way mirrors that comprise at least 10 percent of the square footage of one interior wall, provided that such panels or mirrors are not in conflict with applicable provisions of the NJUCC or the NJUFC; security mirror(s) in hallways that reflect activities in the room(s) used by children; at least one interior door leading to every room designated for use by children, which shall meet one of the following conditions, provided that such conditions are not in conflict with applicable provisions of the NJUCC and the NJUFC: be left open; have uncovered and unobstructed windows or cutouts; be a dutch door variety, with the top half open; or be removed; or any other Office of Licensing-approved monitoring system or equipment that provides equivalent visibility and audibility.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
17. High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

    Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Regulation: 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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 3/31/2026
18. High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(b) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 3 staff members.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 3 staff members. Regulation: When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that the new staff member completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 6/1/2026
19. High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center's supervision policy.

    Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center's supervision policy. Regulation: (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

    Corrected 3/31/2026
20. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean rugs throughout the building.

    Clean rugs throughout the building. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
21. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean shelving in room 1.

    Clean shelving in room 1. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 5/5/2026
22. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean the whiteboard in room 12.

    Clean the whiteboard in room 12. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 6/25/2026
23. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Secure vinyl wall base molding in room 1.

    Secure vinyl wall base molding in room 1. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 6/1/2026
24. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a) — Ensure that food is served in a sanitary manner. Meal service containers were placed in the sink basin in room 8.

    Ensure that food is served in a sanitary manner. Meal service containers were placed in the sink basin in room 8. Regulation: 1. Food served to children who are present during normal mealtime hours or required snack periods, as specified in (b) and (c) below, shall be provided either by the child's parent or by the center. 3. If the center chooses to have parents provide food, the center shall have a supply of food at the center for any child whose parent forgets. 4. If the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. 5. Staff members shall advise parents of any repetitive feeding problems experienced by their child. 6. Staff members shall not force-feed or coerce a child to eat against his or her will. 9. Centers that provide meals shall ensure that: i. For children on special diets (for example, due to health reasons, religious belief or parental request), an alternative choice of food is provided by either the center or the child's parent; and ii. Individualized written diets and feeding schedules, if submitted to the center by the child's parent or health care provider, are posted in a location that is accessible to staff members caring for the children, and are followed. 10. The center shall have a supply of food at the center and shall serve a snack to any child who is hungry or has missed a meal. iii. Food left uneaten in a dish shall be discarded; iv. Food shall not be shared among children using the same dish or spoon; and v. Unused portions of food shall be labeled with the child's name, date, and type of food. The food shall be stored in the refrigerator, returned to the parent, or discarded with the parent's consent. All unused food shall be discarded if not consumed by the end of the day.

    Corrected 6/1/2026
25. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 1.

    Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in room 1. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

    Corrected 6/25/2026