Noah's Ark Academy

2025

1. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the refrigerators in rooms 107 and 108 are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.

   Ensure the refrigerators in rooms 107 and 108 are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. 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 11/21/2025
2. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Repair and/or remove the ripped vinyl climber from the outdoor play area.

   Repair and/or remove the ripped vinyl climber from the outdoor play area. 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 11/21/2025
3. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

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

   Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. 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 11/21/2025
4. Medium-Low risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields. Provide documentation for shatterproof bulbs, if needed.

   Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields. Provide documentation for shatterproof bulbs, if needed. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. During program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.

   Corrected 11/21/2025
5. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(5) — Ensure that outdoor garbage receptacles are maintained in a sanitary manner. Remove excess cardboard from the play area.

   Ensure that outdoor garbage receptacles are maintained in a sanitary manner. Remove excess cardboard from the play area. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: garbage receptacles shall be: made of durable, leak-proof and nonabsorbent materials; covered in a secure manner and located in an outdoor area; and maintained in a sanitary manner.

   Corrected 11/21/2025
6. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(5) — Ensure garbage receptacles are durable, leak-proof, non-absorbent, maintained in a sanitary manner, emptied when filled, and lined with a leak-proof lining and securely covered if used for diapers or food in room 107 bathroom.

   Ensure garbage receptacles are durable, leak-proof, non-absorbent, maintained in a sanitary manner, emptied when filled, and lined with a leak-proof lining and securely covered if used for diapers or food in room 107 bathroom. Regulation: 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 11/21/2025
7. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Hand sanitizer was on a low shelf in room 110 and was moved during the inspection.

   Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. Hand sanitizer was on a low shelf in room 110 and was moved during the inspection. 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 11/3/2025
8. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the faucet in room 110 bathroom is secured.

   Ensure the faucet in room 110 bathroom is secured. 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 11/21/2025
9. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the little sink in room 112 is secured to the wall.

   Ensure the little sink in room 112 is secured to the wall. 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 12/12/2025
10. High risk11/3/2025

    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. One child in room 109 did not have an epi pen on site, as required per the child's special care plan. 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 11/21/2025
11. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure the wall by the little sink in room 109 and the wall by the sink and refrigerator in room 107 are maintained in a clean and in sanitary condition.

    Ensure the wall by the little sink in room 109 and the wall by the sink and refrigerator in room 107 are maintained in a clean and in sanitary condition. 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 11/21/2025
12. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure toilet screws are covered with protective caps in the bathrooms in rooms 109, 108 and 107.

    Ensure toilet screws are covered with protective caps in the bathrooms in rooms 109, 108 and 107. 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 11/21/2025
13. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repaint the chipping windowsill in room 107.

    Repaint the chipping windowsill in room 107. 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 11/21/2025
14. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the chipping moldings in room 111.

    Repair the chipping moldings in room 111. 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 11/21/2025
15. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair the stained ceiling in room 111.

    Repair the stained ceiling in room 111. 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 11/21/2025
16. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace/ repair the ripping vinyl yellow couch in room 108.

    Replace/ repair the ripping vinyl yellow couch in room 108. 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 11/21/2025
17. High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Staff in room 109 stated there were 12 children present, wherein 13 children were present in the room. 11-21

    Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Staff in room 109 stated there were 12 children present, wherein 13 children were present in the room. 11-21-2025: Staff in room 111 stated there were 8 children present wherein 7 children were present in the room. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

    Corrected 12/12/2025
18. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(iii) — Comply with the written conditions on the center's license. License states children under 2.5 years old permitted only in rooms 111 and 107. Four children under 2.5 were present in room 113. 12-12-2025: Citation is being a

    Comply with the written conditions on the center's license. License states children under 2.5 years old permitted only in rooms 111 and 107. Four children under 2.5 were present in room 113. 12-12-2025: Citation is being abated with an MOU that has been approved by the OOL. Regulation: At no time shall a center: iii. Operate in violation of the written conditions on its license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval including, but not limited to, capacity or age restrictions for specific classrooms.

    Corrected 12/12/2025
19. Medium-Low risk11/3/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Regulation: 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 12/12/2025
20. High risk11/3/2025

    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. Two staff need updated CARIs.

    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. Two staff need updated CARIs. 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 11/21/2025