Grandma's Place Preschool & Daycare

WEST NEW YORK, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity120
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address520 - 66th Street, West New York, NJ, 07093

CityWEST NEW YORK, NJ 07093

CountyHudson

Phone201-758-0253

Operating details

Capacity120

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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520 - 66th Street, West New York, NJ, 07093, WEST NEW YORK, NJ 07093

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  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/16/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk6/16/2026

    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 7/16/2026
  2. Medium risk6/16/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including excessive peeling or chipping paint throughout the building.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including excessive peeling or chipping paint throughout the building. 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 7/16/2026
  3. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including overgrown vegetation around the playground.

    Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including overgrown vegetation around the playground. 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 7/16/2026
  4. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

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

    Provide a current health certificate as required. Regulation: 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. 6.3(a)2 If the center chooses to provide food, the center shall ensure that all food served to children is prepared by either: i. The center on-site or off-site; or ii. A caterer who is licensed, registered, certified, or otherwise approved, as appropriate, by the local or county health department or State Department of Health, as applicable.

    Corrected 6/23/2026
  5. High risk6/16/2026

    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. 3 pending staff members.

    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. 3 pending staff members. 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 7/16/2026

2025

  1. High risk9/24/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including during lunchtime.

    Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including during lunchtime. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

    Corrected 10/10/2025
  2. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(e) — Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking.

    Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking. Regulation: The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. 6.3 (a)12. The center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: i. Older infants shall not carry bottles, sippy cups, or regular cups with them while crawling or walking;

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  3. High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Remove vegetation from egress door from back playground.

    Remove vegetation from egress door from back playground. 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 8/22/2025
  4. High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

    Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Regulation: 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.

    Corrected 8/27/2025
  5. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children throughout the center.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  6. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Room 2-3.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Room 2-3. 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 11/12/2025
  7. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Room 2-1.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition in Room 2-1. 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 11/12/2025
  8. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(2) — Ensure that diapering surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in Room 1-2.

    Ensure that diapering surfaces are cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfecting in Room 1-2. Regulation: All areas to be disinfected shall first be washed with soap and water.

    Corrected 10/10/2025
  9. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    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 outdoor play.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after outdoor play. 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 11/12/2025
  10. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    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 wiping noses.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after wiping noses. 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 10/10/2025
  11. Medium-Low risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.

    Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. 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 8/27/2025
  12. High risk8/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually. Missing for 6 staff.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually. Missing for 6 staff. 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 8/27/2025

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5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$899/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: WEST NEW YORK, Hudson County
  • Capacity: 120
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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