Learning First, Inc DBA The Goddard School

2026

1. Medium risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint in room 9 (infants) on window wall corners & door frame to classroom.

   Repair and/or paint surfaces including chipped paint in room 9 (infants) on window wall corners & door frame to classroom. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

   Corrected 6/1/2026
2. Medium risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including hallway pillars (red), and red doorway to kitchen

   Repair and/or paint surfaces including hallway pillars (red), and red doorway to kitchen Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.

   Corrected 4/20/2026
3. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean and maintain walls in both bathrooms of classroom 3. Clean and maintain and repair soiled/loosened grout around sink.

   Clean and maintain walls in both bathrooms of classroom 3. Clean and maintain and repair soiled/loosened grout around sink. 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 6/1/2026
4. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including all doors to bathrooms throughout center.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean including all doors to bathrooms 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 6/1/2026
5. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including all interior doors to classrooms throughout center.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean including all interior doors to classrooms 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 6/1/2026
6. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including the kitchen refrigerator and freezer.

   Ensure all surfaces are clean including the kitchen refrigerator and freezer. 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 6/1/2026
7. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean, including all light switches in center,

   Ensure all surfaces are clean, including all light switches in 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 6/1/2026
8. High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 9 regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.

   Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 9 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 7/15/2026
9. Medium-High risk3/12/2026

   N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(3) — Provide a current fire certificate.

   Provide a current fire certificate. Regulation: The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

   Corrected 4/20/2026