Boys & Girls Clubs of Gloucester County-Paulsboro Unit

PAULSBORO, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity90
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address916 Penn Line Rd, Paulsboro, NJ, 08066

CityPAULSBORO, NJ 08066

CountyGloucester

Phone856-423-9322

Websitehttps://www.gcbgc.org

Operating details

Capacity90

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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916 Penn Line Rd, Paulsboro, NJ, 08066, PAULSBORO, NJ 08066

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/22/2025

  • High8
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk1/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) — Operate within each room's capacity, in the computer room in the basement.

    Operate within each room's capacity, in the computer room in the basement. Regulation: Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.

    Corrected 2/10/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Repair/replace all torn sofas, throughout the center.

    Repair/replace all torn sofas, throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 2/10/2025
  2. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

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

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Ensure children and staff participate in the drills. 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 11/25/2024
  3. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Repair/replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.

    Repair/replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  4. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit in the hallway on the first floor.

    Provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit in the hallway on the first floor. 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 11/25/2024
  5. High risk10/23/2024

    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 2/10/2025
  6. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that the floor tiles are in good repair throughout the center.

    Ensure that the floor tiles are in good repair throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 1/22/2025
  7. Medium-Low risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours. Regulation: 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 11/25/2024
  8. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage from the light fixture and the ceiling tiles throughout the center.

    Eliminate moisture resulting from leaks or seepage from the light fixture and the ceiling tiles throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  9. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Test for the presence of radon gas in every room on the lowest floor used by children in each building and post the test results in a prominent location in each building.

    Test for the presence of radon gas in every room on the lowest floor used by children in each building and post the test results in a prominent location in each building. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  10. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure that all mechanical ventilation systems are clean, throughout the center.

    Ensure that all mechanical ventilation systems are clean, throughout the center. 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 11/25/2024
  11. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(2) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's renewal.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's 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 conset to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediation terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

    Corrected 2/10/2025
  12. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a)(3) — Ensure that CHRI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 1 regularly scheduled staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 1 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 11/25/2024
  13. Medium-Low risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d)(1) — Ensure that all staff applications are on file at the center.

    Ensure that all staff applications are on file at the center. Regulation: The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: 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 11/25/2024
  14. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) — Ensure that the program supervisor completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.

    Ensure that the program supervisor completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. Regulation: The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  15. Medium-Low risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all staff have completed training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children and are aware of the number of children in their care at all times in classroom Group 1 on the first floor.

    Ensure that all staff have completed training pertaining to the center's policies and procedures for tracking children and are aware of the number of children in their care at all times in classroom Group 1 on the first floor. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members are trained in the method of keeping track of children and know how many children are in their care at all times.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  16. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways in basement classroom.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways in basement classroom. 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.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  17. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Secure the ceiling tile in classroom Group 1 on the first floor.

    Secure the ceiling tile in classroom Group 1 on the first floor. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  18. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) — Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions.

    Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication; and job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  19. High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(ii) — Ensure that the center complies with the conditions of the manual if the water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper.

    Ensure that the center complies with the conditions of the manual if the water testing results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper. 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 results reveal elevated levels of lead or copper as defined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, which pose risk of harm to children, the center shall: immediately discontinue use of all drinking water sources in the building; provide bottled water for drinking; provide bottled water for food preparation with approval from the local health official; and notify parents of the children in attendance at the center.

    Corrected 1/22/2025
  20. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(5) — Provide a cover for all garbage receptacles as required throughout the center.

    Provide a cover for all garbage receptacles as required throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be: made of durable, leak-proof and nonabsorbent materials; covered in a secure manner; emptied to the outdoor garbage receptacle when filled; maintained in a sanitary manner.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  21. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint the walls, and other surfaces as required throughout the center.

    Repair and/or paint the walls, and other surfaces as required throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: excessive peeling or chipped paint; or heavily soiled conditions.

    Corrected 2/10/2025
  22. Medium-High risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Complete and maintain on file a Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file a Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  23. Medium risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.5(a)(1) — Repair/replace all lally columns throughout the center.

    Repair/replace all lally columns throughout the center. Regulation: For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding around them from the floor to a height of at least 72 inches.

    Corrected 11/25/2024
  24. Medium risk10/23/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(1) — Provide protective coverings for all electrical outlets accessible to the children throughout the center.

    Provide protective coverings for all electrical outlets accessible to the children throughout the center. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers.

    Corrected 11/25/2024

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About this daycare

  • Location: PAULSBORO, Gloucester County
  • Capacity: 90
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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