Shoresh, The Preschool of Temple Ner Tamid

BLOOMFIELD, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity102
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003

CityBLOOMFIELD, NJ 07003

CountyEssex

Phone973-338-1500

Websitehttps://www.nertamid.org/shoresh

Operating details

Capacity102

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003, BLOOMFIELD, NJ 07003

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/19/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk3/19/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(b) — Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times.

    Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. Regulation: An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

    Corrected 3/19/2026
  2. High risk3/19/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) — Ensure unused or expired medication is returned to the child's parent and no longer administered and/or replaced. Missing for 1 child.

    Ensure unused or expired medication is returned to the child's parent and no longer administered and/or replaced. Missing for 1 child. Regulation: 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: Administration and control of prescription and non-prescription medicines and health care procedures (a) The center shall inform each child’s parent upon enrollment of its policy on administering medication and health care procedures to children, including the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) to (d). The policy shall indicate: 1. Whether the center will administer non-prescription medication or a non-prescribed health care procedure to a child; 2. Whether the center will administer prescription medication or a prescribed health care procedure to a child with a short-term illness; and 3. That the center will provide reasonable accommodations for the administration of medication or health care procedures to a child with special needs, if failure to administer the medication or health care procedure would jeopardize the health of the child or prevent the child from attending the center. 1. Medication and health care procedures shall be administered only after receipt of written approval from the child's parent(s). 2. The center shall: i. Designate those staff members who are trained as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)8 and authorized to administer medication or health care procedures to, or to supervise self-administration of medication or health care procedures by, those children whose parents authorize it; and ii. Ensure that each staff member designated to administer medication and health care procedures is informed of each child's medication and health care needs. 3. All medication and health care equipment shall be kept either in a locked cabinet or in an area that is inaccessible to the children. i. All medication shall be kept in its origi

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

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are accompanied by a current special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services. Missing for 2 children.

    Ensure Epi-pens are accompanied by a current special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services. Missing for 2 children. 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

2025

  1. High risk9/5/2025

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

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. Regulation: 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). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

    Corrected 12/16/2025
  2. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

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

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in the basement bathroom. 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 9/5/2025
  3. Medium-Low risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.

    Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. 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).

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  4. High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. 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 9/5/2025
  5. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    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 diaper changes.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diaper changes. 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 9/5/2025
  6. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diaper changes.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after diaper changes. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  7. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required. Regulation: An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file 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, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  8. High risk7/30/2025

    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 9/5/2025
  9. Medium risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall in Room #1.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall in Room #1. 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 9/5/2025
  10. Medium risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall in the bathroom near the sink in Room #1.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including the wall in the bathroom near the sink in Room #1. 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 9/5/2025
  11. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Rooms 1.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Rooms 1. 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 9/5/2025
  12. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the light fixture in Room #11.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the light fixture in Room #11. 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 9/5/2025
  13. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

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

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the sink 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 9/5/2025
  14. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from leaks and seepage. Repair the cracked ceiling in the basement and provide documentation of repair.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from leaks and seepage. Repair the cracked ceiling in the basement and provide documentation of repair. 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 9/5/2025
  15. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) — Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use.

    Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use. Regulation: In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;

    Corrected 10/8/2025
  16. Medium risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(i) — Ensure a 2 step process is utilized including disinfectant as required on all surfaces.

    Ensure a 2 step process is utilized including disinfectant as required on all surfaces. Regulation: Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be a commercially prepared disinfectant that indicates it kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites. This solution shall be used in accordance with label instructions.

    Corrected 10/8/2025
  17. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(7)(iii) — Provide a barrier, in addition to the fence, for outdoor play areas exposed to vehicular traffic.

    Provide a barrier, in addition to the fence, for outdoor play areas exposed to vehicular traffic. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, outdoor space requirements for children over the age of 10 months are as follows: outdoor areas located near or adjacent to hazardous areas determined by the Office of Licensing to be unsafe (including, but not limited to, streets, roads, driveways, parking lots, railroad tracks, swimming pools, rivers, streams, steep grades, cliffs, open pits, high voltage boosters, or propane gas tanks) shall be fenced or otherwise protected by a natural or man-made barrier or enclosure.

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  18. Medium-High risk7/30/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure the knives are inaccessible to the children.

    Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. Ensure the knives are inaccessible to the children. Regulation: The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

    Corrected 7/30/2025

2024

  1. Medium risk9/24/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(e)(4)(ii) — Ensure that the group teacher assists the head teacher in implementing the center's program.

    Ensure that the group teacher assists the head teacher in implementing the center's program. Regulation: For early childhood programs the group teacher(s) shall be scheduled and have the authority and responsibility to assist the head teacher in implementing the center's child development and activities program.

    Corrected 9/26/2024
  2. High risk9/24/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that the center has the medication that is required as per Epi-pen special care plan for 1 named child in room 6.

    Ensure that the center has the medication that is required as per Epi-pen special care plan for 1 named child in room 6. Regulation: 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).

    Corrected 11/4/2024
  3. Medium-Low risk9/24/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.

    Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 9/26/2024
  4. High risk9/24/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that the epi pen has a current special care plan for 1 named children in room 9.

    Ensure that the epi pen has a current special care plan for 1 named children in room 9. Regulation: 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).

    Corrected 11/4/2024

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3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$899/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: BLOOMFIELD, Essex County
  • Capacity: 102
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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