Beth El Preschool

SOUTH ORANGE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

1.9based on state inspection data
Capacity150
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address222 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ, 07079

CitySOUTH ORANGE, NJ 07079

CountyEssex

Phone973-763-0113

Websitehttps://www.bethelnj.org

Operating details

Capacity150

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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222 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ, 07079, SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 07079

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/18/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(7) — Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including keeping the school space free of rodents. Take necessary action to free the center of infestation and provide documenta

    Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including keeping the school space free of rodents. Take necessary action to free the center of infestation and provide documentation. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk6/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including having all light covers properly installed throughout the center.

    Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including having all light covers properly installed throughout the center. 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.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk6/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including having ceiling tiles installed and maintained in Room B1.

    Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including having ceiling tiles installed and maintained in Room B1. 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.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk6/18/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including keeping the cabinets in good condition throughout the center.

    Based on Complaint #25249, the center needs to ensure safe conditions are maintained at all times, including keeping the cabinets in good condition throughout the center. 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 6/18/2026
  5. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair/replace the padding on the divider in Room 103.

    Repair/replace the padding on the divider in Room 103. 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 4/21/2026
  6. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling tiles in Room 104.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling tiles in Room 104. 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 4/21/2026
  7. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling tiles in the hallway on the 2nd floor.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the ceiling tiles in the hallway on the 2nd floor. 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 4/21/2026
  8. Medium risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the windowsill in Room 101.

    Repair and/or paint the windowsill in Room 101. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  9. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition the bathroom in Room 103.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition the bathroom in Room 103. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  10. Medium risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including the stair railing to the 2nd floor.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including the stair railing to the 2nd floor. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  11. Medium risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall where there is evidence of chipped paint in Room 202.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall where there is evidence of chipped paint in Room 202. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  12. Medium risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators, steam and hot water pipes in the boys bathroom in Room B1.

    Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators, steam and hot water pipes in the boys bathroom in Room B1. Regulation: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  13. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including any chipped wood pieces on the play house.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including any chipped wood pieces on the play house. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  14. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Paint the handles on the climbing playscape as needed.

    Paint the handles on the climbing playscape as needed. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  15. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Remove the debris from the outdoor play area.

    Remove the debris from the outdoor play area. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  16. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Remove the rust as needed on the climbing playscape. The violation was abated based on the photo.

    Remove the rust as needed on the climbing playscape. The violation was abated based on the photo. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  17. High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. Regulation: (9) 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: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. 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).

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  18. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(b)(2) — Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner.

    Ensure that all sand used in the outdoor play areas is maintained in a sanitary manner. Regulation: Centers that maintain outside sandboxes or play areas containing sand shall ensure that the sand is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  19. High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. Regulation: As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Corrected 4/21/2026
  20. Medium-High risk3/11/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist including proofs of health exam and Mantoux test. Provide for 3 staff.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist including proofs of health exam and Mantoux test. Provide for 3 staff. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Corrected 5/28/2026

2025

  1. High risk6/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times in Room 102 including when using the hallway bathroom.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times in Room 102 including when using the hallway bathroom. 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 6/30/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk6/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist that includes all staff.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist that includes all staff. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Corrected 8/5/2025
  3. High risk6/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. Regulation: (9) 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: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. 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).

    Corrected 8/27/2025
  4. Medium-High risk6/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.

    Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. Regulation: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. the Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.

    Corrected 9/16/2025
  5. Medium risk6/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for hot water pipes in the girls bathroom by Room B1.

    Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for hot water pipes in the girls bathroom by Room B1. Regulation: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

    Corrected 8/5/2025

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20Recent Violations
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About this daycare

  • Location: SOUTH ORANGE, Essex County
  • Capacity: 150
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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