El Primer Paso Ltd

DOVER, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

1.9based on state inspection data
Capacity27
Est. price$999/mo

Contact information

Address29 Segur Street, Dover, NJ, 07801

CityDOVER, NJ 07801

CountyMorris

Phone973-361-0880

Websitehttps://www.elprimerpaso.org

Operating details

Capacity27

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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29 Segur Street, Dover, NJ, 07801, DOVER, NJ 07801

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/5/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a) — Ensure health records are maintained on file as required for 2 children.

    Ensure health records are maintained on file as required for 2 children. 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

    Corrected 3/17/2026
  2. High risk2/5/2026

    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 6/24/2026
  3. High risk2/5/2026

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

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for renewal. Regulation: 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. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 4/17/2026
  4. Medium-High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Maintain all mechanical ventilation in clean condition in the hallway bathroom.

    Maintain all mechanical ventilation in clean condition in the hallway bathroom. 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 3/17/2026
  5. Medium-High risk2/5/2026

    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 3/17/2026
  6. Medium-High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)(7) — Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal.

    Submit a lead paint risk assessment for the center's license renewal. Regulation: Lead paint precautions are as follows: if a previous lead paint inspection indicates the presence of lead, or a lead paint risk management plan is in progress at the center, the center shall: ensure that a lead paint risk assessment is conducted by a Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor who is certified and employed as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, upon renewal of the center’s license; and submit the results of the risk assessment to the Office of Licensing and the local department of health.

    Corrected 6/24/2026
  7. High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually for 1 staff.

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually for 1 staff. Regulation: (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

    Corrected 3/17/2026
  8. High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(b) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff. Regulation: When the center applies for a new license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that each staff member at least 18 years of age who is or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that the new staff member completes the CHRI fingerprinting process specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a). Until the center receives the results of the CHRI background check for a new staff member, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that the person is not alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 3/17/2026
  9. Medium-High risk2/5/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Submit receipt of policies for 1 child.

    Submit receipt of policies for 1 child. 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 3/17/2026
  10. Medium-Low risk2/5/2026

    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.

    Corrected 3/17/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(c) — Provide a current health certificate for the restaurant that supplies your pizza.

    Provide a current health certificate for the restaurant that supplies your pizza. Regulation: If the center prepares meals, the center shall obtain 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. The center shall maintain on file the Sanitary Inspection Certificate. 6.3(a)2 If the center chooses to provide food, the center shall ensure that all food served to children is prepared by either: i. The center on-site or off-site; or ii. A caterer who is licensed, registered, certified, or otherwise approved, as appropriate, by the local or county health department or State Department of Health, as applicable.

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk7/29/2025

    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.

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  3. High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.7(a)(1) — Ensure that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member. Missing signed and completed orientation logs for 2 staff.

    Ensure that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member. Missing signed and completed orientation logs for 2 staff. Regulation: The center shall meet the following requirements for orientation training: the center shall ensure that all newly-hired staff receive orientation training within two weeks of hire and that no individual is left alone to supervise a child or group of children until orientation training is completed.

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  4. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair or replace bolt cap on toilet in bathroom on first floor.

    Repair or replace bolt cap on toilet in bathroom on first floor. 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 9/8/2025
  5. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure vents in Room A and Room B are free of dust.

    Ensure vents in Room A and Room B are free of dust. 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 9/8/2025
  6. Medium risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint surfaces including wall by windows in Room B.

    Repair and/or paint surfaces including wall by windows in Room B. 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 9/8/2025
  7. High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed. and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At time of inspection, the closet door could not close which obstructed the rear exit door. Staff removed all item

    Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed. and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. At time of inspection, the closet door could not close which obstructed the rear exit door. Staff removed all items so door could close. 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 7/29/2025
  8. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center including one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time.

    Ensure fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center including one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  9. Medium risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(b)(7) — Ensure that the use of television, computers, and other video equipment is for educational and instructional use, is age and developmentally appropriate, is not used as a substitute for planned activities, and is not used for pa

    Ensure that the use of television, computers, and other video equipment is for educational and instructional use, is age and developmentally appropriate, is not used as a substitute for planned activities, and is not used for passive viewing. Regulation: The use of a television, computers, and other video equipment shall be limited to educational and instructional use, shall be age and developmentally appropriate, and shall not be used as a substitute for planned activities or for passive viewing.

    Corrected 9/8/2025
  10. Medium risk7/29/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(d) — Ensure a no smoking sign is posted.

    Ensure a no smoking sign is posted. Regulation: Smoking shall be prohibited in all rooms and outside play areas while such rooms and areas are occupied by children. The center shall comply with each provision of P.L. 1998, c. 35 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.3).

    Corrected 9/8/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk10/3/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Ensure that all carpeting is kept clean in room B. Clean / remove the stains from the number rug.

    Ensure that all carpeting is kept clean in room B. Clean / remove the stains from the number rug. 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 11/26/2024
  2. Medium-High risk10/3/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean the vent in the downstairs bathroom.

    Clean the vent in the downstairs bathroom. 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 11/26/2024
  3. Medium risk10/3/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) — Operate within each room's capacity. At the time of the inspection, room C had 7 children present with a capacity of 5 children. The Director took immediate action and moved 2 children to the next room.

    Operate within each room's capacity. At the time of the inspection, room C had 7 children present with a capacity of 5 children. The Director took immediate action and moved 2 children to the next room. 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 10/3/2024

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About this daycare

  • Location: DOVER, Morris County
  • Capacity: 27
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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