Boys & Girls Club of Clifton
CLIFTON, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address802 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ, 07013
CountyPassaic
Phone973-773-0966
Websitehttps://www.bgcclifton.org
Operating details
Capacity420
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High10
- Medium1
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
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802 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ, 07013, CLIFTON, NJ 07013
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/18/2026
- High5
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- High risk2/18/2026
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.
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. 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 5/5/2026 - High risk2/18/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that 2 named staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually.
Ensure that 2 named staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. 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 5/5/2026
2025
- Medium-Low risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.7(h) — Obtain and maintain on file, written parental authorization before transporting a child to or from the center.
Obtain and maintain on file, written parental authorization before transporting a child to or from the center. Regulation: The center shall obtain written authorization from the parent or guardian before transporting a child to or from the center.
Corrected 1/9/2026 - High risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) — Ensure medication is stored in its prescription container, which has been labeled with the child's name, the name and expiration date of the medication, the date it was prescribed or updated and directions for its administration. M
Ensure medication is stored in its prescription container, which has been labeled with the child's name, the name and expiration date of the medication, the date it was prescribed or updated and directions for its administration. Missing for 1 child. Regulation: 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: Administration and control of prescription and non-prescription medicines and health care procedures (a) The center shall inform each child’s parent upon enrollment of its policy on administering medication and health care procedures to children, including the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b) to (d). The policy shall indicate: 1. Whether the center will administer non-prescription medication or a non-prescribed health care procedure to a child; 2. Whether the center will administer prescription medication or a prescribed health care procedure to a child with a short-term illness; and 3. That the center will provide reasonable accommodations for the administration of medication or health care procedures to a child with special needs, if failure to administer the medication or health care procedure would jeopardize the health of the child or prevent the child from attending the center. 1. Medication and health care procedures shall be administered only after receipt of written approval from the child's parent(s). 2. The center shall: i. Designate those staff members who are trained as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)8 and authorized to administer medication or health care procedures to, or to supervise self-administration of medication or health care procedures by, those children whose parents authorize it; and ii. Ensure that each staff member designated to administer medication and health care procedures is informed of each child's medication and health care needs. 3. All medication and health care equipment shall be kept either
Corrected 5/5/2026 - Medium-High risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.7(d) — Maintain transportation records on file at the center, including the inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle.
Maintain transportation records on file at the center, including the inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle. Regulation: (d) The center shall maintain on file inspection and maintenance records for each vehicle
Corrected 1/9/2026 - High risk12/23/2025
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. Missing for 1 child. 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 2/18/2026 - High risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services. Missing for 6 children.
Ensure Epi-pens are accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services. Missing for 6 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).
Corrected 5/5/2026 - Medium-Low risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.6(a)(2) — Maintain transportation records on file at the center, including a copy of the insurance policy.
Maintain transportation records on file at the center, including a copy of the insurance policy. Regulation: Each center or person providing transportation services, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-9.1(a), shall maintain on file at the center a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.
Corrected 1/9/2026 - Medium-High risk12/23/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair or replace stained ceiling tiles throughout the center.
Repair or replace 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.
Corrected 3/20/2026
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$899/month
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About this daycare
- Location: CLIFTON, Passaic County
- Capacity: 420
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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