Grace Lutheran Church Pre-School/Daycare
RIVER EDGE, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address925 5th Avenue, River Edge, NJ, 07661
CountyBergen
Phone201-261-5415
Operating details
Capacity90
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High14
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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925 5th Avenue, River Edge, NJ, 07661, RIVER EDGE, NJ 07661
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/1/2026
- High9
- Medium-High9
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) — Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.
Corrected 5/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — Ensure all computer monitors/televisions are secured on a stable surface in Room 22 and Room 5.
Ensure all computer monitors/televisions are secured on a stable surface in Room 22 and Room 5. Regulation: 17. All televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. 18. Ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children.
Corrected 5/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Per inspector's request, all hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes were moved out of reach of the children.
Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Per inspector's request, all hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes were moved out of reach of the children. 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 4/1/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair all radiator covers where rust is present throughout center.
Repair all radiator covers where rust is present throughout 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 5/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair side of sink in downstairs girls bathroom where peeling paint is present.
Repair side of sink in downstairs girls bathroom where peeling paint is present. 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 5/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Securely fasten rugs to the floor in Room 1.
Securely fasten rugs to the floor 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 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) — Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. Regulation: Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.
Corrected 6/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair in Room 7.
Ensure that diapering surfaces are flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent and in good repair in Room 7. Regulation: the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.
Corrected 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
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 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 1 named child.
Ensure both epi-pens are present when two are required for 1 named child. 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 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
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 for 2 named children. Benedryl needs to be stored in the original box for 1 named child.
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription for 2 named children. Benedryl needs to be stored in the original box for 1 named child. 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 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Special Care Plan has parental signatures for 3 named children. 5-12-2026 1 child remaining
Ensure Special Care Plan has parental signatures for 3 named children. 5-12-2026 1 child remaining 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 6/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that tables and chairs used for lunch are age appropriate.
Ensure that tables and chairs used for lunch are age appropriate. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.
Corrected 5/12/2026 - Medium-High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-133 — Remove shelving units from emergency exit in the all purpose room.
Remove shelving units from emergency exit in the all purpose room. Regulation: Remove excess storage and/or combustibles from the furnace room.
Corrected 5/12/2026 - Medium-Low risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(e) — Prepare a discipline policy that includes acceptable actions staff members may take when disciplining a child including, but not limited to, requiring children to remain silent or inactive for inappropriately long periods of time.
Prepare a discipline policy that includes acceptable actions staff members may take when disciplining a child including, but not limited to, requiring children to remain silent or inactive for inappropriately long periods of time. Regulation: The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall: 1. Reflect the provisions specified in (a) through (c) above and include the acceptable actions that a staff member may take when disciplining a child (that is, discussion with the child, time-out, etc.); 2. Be distributed to every staff member; and
Corrected 5/12/2026 - High risk4/1/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure all medication listed on the Special Care Plan is not expired for 2 named children. 5-12-2026 1 child remaining
Ensure all medication listed on the Special Care Plan is not expired for 2 named children. 5-12-2026 1 child remaining 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 6/12/2026
2025
- High risk7/11/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Provide all medications stated on the special care plan for 1 named child.
Provide all medications stated on the special care plan for 1 named child. 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 8/11/2025 - High risk7/11/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(b) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 3 named staff members. 8/11/2025: 1 staff pending.
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 3 named staff members. 8/11/2025: 1 staff pending. 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 8/20/2025 - Medium-High risk7/11/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Provide safety caps on toilet in the downstairs girl's bathroom.
Provide safety caps on toilet in the downstairs girl's bathroom. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Corrected 8/11/2025
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Estimated monthly cost
$949/month
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About this daycare
- Location: RIVER EDGE, Bergen County
- Capacity: 90
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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