Morrow Memorial Pre-School

MAPLEWOOD, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity64
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address600 Ridgewood Rd, Maplewood, NJ, 07040

CityMAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040

CountyEssex

Phone973-763-5460

Websitehttps://www.morrowpreschool.org

Operating details

Capacity64

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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Location

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600 Ridgewood Rd, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/17/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk3/17/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(3) — Remove electric space heaters from the Hall.

    Remove electric space heaters from the Hall. Regulation: Heating requirements are as follows: the center shall not use portable liquid fuel-burning or wood-burning heating appliances or electric space heaters.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/17/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) — Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
  3. Medium-High risk3/17/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each

    Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center, one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable, and all children are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill. Regulation: 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. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
  4. Medium-Low risk3/17/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(e) — Ensure that the center director completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire.

    Ensure that the center director completes the OOL's Understanding Licensing training within 90 days of hire. Regulation: 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).

    Corrected 4/20/2026
  5. Medium-High risk3/17/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(e) — Ensure fan cords are inaccessible and do not pose a tripping hazard in the Hall.

    Ensure fan cords are inaccessible and do not pose a tripping hazard in the Hall. Regulation: All fans that are accessible to the children shall have a grille, screen, mesh, or other protective covering.

    Corrected 4/20/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk5/15/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including the hallway ceiling above the doors.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including the hallway ceiling above the doors. 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 7/14/2025
  2. Medium-High risk5/15/2025

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

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

    Corrected 7/14/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

23Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$949/month

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Typical prices in New Jersey run about $1,247/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in New Jersey by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: MAPLEWOOD, Essex County
  • Capacity: 64
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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