Montessori Preschool Academy

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(i) — Operate within each room's capacity. At the time of the inspection, there were 21 students in Building 2 Room 1 where the capacity is 16.

Operate within each room's capacity. At the time of the inspection, there were 21 students in Building 2 Room 1 where the capacity is 16. Regulation: At no time shall a center: i. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed capacity as specified on the license or the Certificate of Life/Safety Approval; ii. Allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity;

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Repair/remove the wooden sand box structure where there are signs of splintering wood and raised nails/screws.

Repair/remove the wooden sand box structure where there are signs of splintering wood and raised nails/screws. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure special care plans, that include procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, are present for two children.

Ensure special care plans, that include procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, are present for two 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).

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) — Repair and/or replace mats in room 5 where there are signs of tearing.

Repair and/or replace mats in room 5 where there are signs of tearing. Regulation: 1. For children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at View official inspection document Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: i. Each cot used for children between 13 and 18 months of age shall not exceed 14 inches above the floor level. iii. Each mat used for rest and sleep shall be: (1) Placed on a surface that is warm, dry, clean and draft-free; (2) Water-repellent; (3) At least one inch thick; and (4) Stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair the wall in Building 2 hallway bathroom where there is a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door.

Repair the wall in Building 2 hallway bathroom where there is a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure the vents are free from dust in Building 2 hallway bathrooms.

Ensure the vents are free from dust in Building 2 hallway bathrooms. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) — Ensure that cords are secured and inaccessible to the children in Building 2 Rooms 1 and 4.

Ensure that cords are secured and inaccessible to the children in Building 2 Rooms 1 and 4. Regulation: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(7) — Ensure the ceiling light cover is free from dead insects in Building 2 Room 1.

Ensure the ceiling light cover is free from dead insects in Building 2 Room 1. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall be free of rodent or insect infestation and shall take immediate action to remove any infestation that may occur. The center shall maintain on file a record documenting the use of extermination services.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Remove the moss from the resilient surfacing under the slides on the playground.

Remove the moss from the resilient surfacing under the slides on the playground. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Remove hard vines that are protruding through the fence on the playground.

Remove hard vines that are protruding through the fence on the playground. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in building 1 room 5.

Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in building 1 room 5. Regulation: Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)(2) — Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for the director.

Complete and maintain daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for the director. Regulation: The director shall have the authority and responsibility for the implementation of policies and procedures for the day-to-day operation of the center, including maintenance of staff attendance records indicating daily hours worked and maintenance of children's daily attendance records, including the daily time of arrival and departure.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(b) — Ensure the center's fire monitoring system is operable at all times. At the time of the inspection, the fire panel read Alarm Silenced. The director designee contacted the alarm company and reset the alarm for system normal.

Ensure the center's fire monitoring system is operable at all times. At the time of the inspection, the fire panel read Alarm Silenced. The director designee contacted the alarm company and reset the alarm for system normal. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, diaper cream was on the floor in Building 1 room 5. The teacher moved diaper cream out of the reach of children at the request of

Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, diaper cream was on the floor in Building 1 room 5. The teacher moved diaper cream out of the reach of children at the request of the inspector. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, a cabinet with toxic substances was unlocked and in reach of children in room 1. A staff member locked the cabinet at the request

Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. At the time of the inspection, a cabinet with toxic substances was unlocked and in reach of children in room 1. A staff member locked the cabinet at the request of the inspector. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Secure the hinge on the lower cabinet in Building 2 Room 4.

Secure the hinge on the lower cabinet in Building 2 Room 4. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace stained ceiling tiles in Building 2 Room 3.

Replace stained ceiling tiles in Building 2 Room 3. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(ii) — Develop a written policy for the use of television, computers and other technology.

Develop a written policy for the use of television, computers and other technology. Regulation: ii. Centers shall develop a written policy regarding the use of television, computers, and other equipment for children over the age of two and maintain on file written plans for such use and the length of time for their use. In addition, centers shall develop a written policy for the use of such equipment as it pertains to children in care less than four hours and children in care more than four hours. iii. Centers shall develop written plans for children with special needs who may benefit from the educational or instruction use of a television, computer, or other video equipment.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in building 1 room 5.

Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name in building 1 room 5. Regulation: center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(4)(iv) — Ensure that milk provided to children over the age of 2yo is skim or 1%.

Ensure that milk provided to children over the age of 2yo is skim or 1%. Regulation: Centers that provide meals shall ensure that lunch and dinner for each child include the following meat, poultry, fish or a protein alternative; fruits or vegetables; bread or bread products; milk, juice or water. Centers that provide snacks shall ensure that the snack includes one juice, milk, or fruit and one food supplement selected from the lunch and dinner choices specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)4iv, except on special occasions, such as holidays and birthdays.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a) — Ensure that food is not shared among children using the same dish or spoon wherein this was observed in room 4.

Ensure that food is not shared among children using the same dish or spoon wherein this was observed in room 4. Regulation: 1. Food served to children who are present during normal mealtime hours or required snack periods, as specified in (b) and (c) below, shall be provided either by the child's parent or by the center. 3. If the center chooses to have parents provide food, the center shall have a supply of food at the center for any child whose parent forgets. 4. If the center provides food, the center shall ensure that the food is stored, prepared, and served in a sanitary manner. 5. Staff members shall advise parents of any repetitive feeding problems experienced by their child. 6. Staff members shall not force-feed or coerce a child to eat against his or her will. 9. Centers that provide meals shall ensure that: i. For children on special diets (for example, due to health reasons, religious belief or parental request), an alternative choice of food is provided by either the center or the child's parent; and ii. Individualized written diets and feeding schedules, if submitted to the center by the child's parent or health care provider, are posted in a location that is accessible to staff members caring for the children, and are followed. 10. The center shall have a supply of food at the center and shall serve a snack to any child who is hungry or has missed a meal. iii. Food left uneaten in a dish shall be discarded; iv. Food shall not be shared among children using the same dish or spoon; and v. Unused portions of food shall be labeled with the child's name, date, and type of food. The food shall be stored in the refrigerator, returned to the parent, or discarded with the parent's consent. All unused food shall be discarded if not consumed by the end of the day.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(b) — Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. Fire panel was reading communication failure in building 1. Fire monitoring company visited during inspection and repaired issue.

Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. Fire panel was reading communication failure in building 1. Fire monitoring company visited during inspection and repaired issue. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required for building 2.

Provide a current fire certificate as required for building 2. 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.

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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a) — Provide current universal health record for one child.

Provide current universal health record for one child. Regulation: (a) For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 1. Each child not enrolled in a public or private school shall have had a health examination performed by a health care provider within: i. Six months prior to admission, for children who are 2½ years of age or younger; or ii. One year prior to admission, for children above 2½ years of age. 2. For each child not enrolled in a public or private school, upon admission, the center shall maintain on file at the center a Universal Child Health Record (Department of Health Form CH-14) or its equivalent, updated annually, along with an immunization record , and a special care plan, if applicable. A 30-day grace period is permitted in N.J.A.C. 8:57- 4.5(e): i. For children coming from other states or countries in accordance with N.J.A.C. 8:57-4.6 and 4.7; and ii. For children who are in foster care or experiencing homelessness as defined by the McKinney-Vento Act, 42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2). 3. For children enrolled in a public or private school, the center shall obtain a written statement from each child's parent indicating: I. That the child is in good health and can participate in the normal activities of the program; and ii. Any conditions or specific needs that may require special accommodations. 4. If immunizations are contraindicated for medical reasons, the center may choose to admit the child, provided that the parent submits to the center a written statement from a health care provider attesting to the following: i. The reason the immunization is medically contraindicated; and ii. The specific time period that the immunization is medically contraindicated. 5. A child shall be exempted from a physical examination, immunization, or medical treatment if the parent objects thereto in a written statement submitted to the center, signed by the parent, explaining how the examination, immunization, or medical treatment conflicts with the child’s exerc