Little Flower Montessori School

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.

Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the 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.

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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. In room 4 there were 24 children (12 were 4 years old) with 2 staff, wherein 3 staff were needed to maintain ratio.

Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. In room 4 there were 24 children (12 were 4 years old) with 2 staff, wherein 3 staff were needed to maintain ratio. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(7) — Take necessary action to free the center of infestation of insects that are right outside of the emergency exit door in Room 3. Upon opening the emergency exit door, numerous insects ran inside the center.

Take necessary action to free the center of infestation of insects that are right outside of the emergency exit door in Room 3. Upon opening the emergency exit door, numerous insects ran inside the center. 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(q)(1) — Ensure that all rooms counted towards the center's licensed capacity are set up as a classroom or submit a decrease request through NJCCIS, wherein the gym has a licensed capacity. 9/30/35-Submit copy of Certificate of Occupan

Ensure that all rooms counted towards the center's licensed capacity are set up as a classroom or submit a decrease request through NJCCIS, wherein the gym has a licensed capacity. 9/30/35-Submit copy of Certificate of Occupancy for licensed space. 2/11/26-Note, assisted center in submitting life safety modification to remove space and decrease capacity. Regulation: Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. Rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children.

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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Remove or securely fasten the broken cabinet in Room 4 bathroom.

Remove or securely fasten the broken cabinet in Room 4 bathroom. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Provide protective padding to the metal box along the wall in the outdoor playground.

Provide protective padding to the metal box along the wall in the outdoor playground. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Secure the areas of lifting mulch lining in the outdoor playground as it poses a trip hazard.

Secure the areas of lifting mulch lining in the outdoor playground as it poses a trip hazard. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — Ensure cubbies are secured to the wall outside of room 4.

Ensure cubbies are secured to the wall outside of room 4. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — Ensure microwaves are secured throughout the center classrooms.

Ensure microwaves are secured throughout the center classrooms. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.

Replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout the 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.

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

Provide a current fire certificate as required. 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:52-4.5(c)(2) — Ensure that the director designee completes Understanding Licensing training.

Ensure that the director designee completes Understanding Licensing training. 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 not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times when the director is not present at the center and shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office of Licensing.

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

Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility, and job descriptions; Update. 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.

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, wherein staff reported 19 children present, when only 16 were currently present in the room.

Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, wherein staff reported 19 children present, when only 16 were currently 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering from the roof as there were many water stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.

Maintain the building structure to prevent water from entering from the roof as there were many water stained ceiling tiles throughout the center. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative for the center's license renewal. 6/17/24-Note, one named staff outstanding. 7.212.25- Two staff CARIs needed

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative for the center's license renewal. 6/17/24-Note, one named staff outstanding. 7.212.25- Two staff CARIs needed 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor. Regulation: When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(2) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor. 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.