The Clifton Little School

CLIFTON, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity133
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address391 Broad Street, Clifton, NJ, 07013

CityCLIFTON, NJ 07013

CountyPassaic

Phone973-278-0505

Operating details

Capacity133

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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391 Broad Street, Clifton, NJ, 07013, CLIFTON, NJ 07013

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/7/2025

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  • Medium-High9
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
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2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/7/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 1.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 1. 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 11/7/2025
  2. High risk10/7/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 11-14-25: There is 1 CHRI clearance needed.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 11-14-25: There is 1 CHRI clearance needed. Regulation: As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

    Corrected 11/18/2025
  3. Medium-High risk10/7/2025

    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.

    Corrected 11/7/2025
  4. Medium-Low risk10/7/2025

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

    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 11/14/2025
  5. High risk10/7/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure child has new Asthma medication, as current one is expired in room 1.

    Ensure child has new Asthma medication, as current one is expired in room 1. 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 11/14/2025
  6. Medium-Low risk10/7/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(k) — Ensure the center's social media policy includes all required components including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own.

    Ensure the center's social media policy includes all required components including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own. Regulation: The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the use of social media including, but not limited to the use of social networking sites and other websites; the use of e-mail, text messages, and other electronic means of communication with staff and parents; the types of social media that the center uses, the methods and devices the staff use to communicate with the parent, the guidelines for appropriate conduct by staff members, and the guidelines for parents, including but not limited to, prohibiting the posting of photographs or videos of any child other than their own.

    Corrected 11/7/2025
  7. High risk10/7/2025

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

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required. 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 11/14/2025
  8. Medium risk10/7/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal throughout the center. Staff stated that they only use soap and water.

    Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal throughout the center. Staff stated that they only use soap and water. Regulation: Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Corrected 11/7/2025
  9. Medium-High risk10/7/2025

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

    Replace stained ceiling tiles in the bathroom in room 1. 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 11/7/2025
  10. High risk10/7/2025

    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.

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

    Corrected 11/7/2025
  11. High risk3/12/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. On the day of the inspection male contractors were seen working on an empty classroom but had access to a hallway that children use to walk to their classrooms and b

    Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. On the day of the inspection male contractors were seen working on an empty classroom but had access to a hallway that children use to walk to their classrooms and bathroom. Ensure no construction happens during operational hours of the center while children are present. 3/17/25: Based on complaint #23996, center is to ensure safe conditions at all times. Ensure no construction or renovations occurred during operational hours of the center while children are present. Regulation: The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

    Corrected 4/4/2025

2024

  1. High risk12/19/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including CARI and CHRI background check clearances.

    Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including CARI and CHRI background check clearances. 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 3/12/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(6) — Provide and maintain in good condition a fence for the outdoor play area by the big playhouse.

    Provide and maintain in good condition a fence for the outdoor play area by the big playhouse. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  3. High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a) — Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

    Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Regulation: (a) The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when one of the following occurs while the child is in the center’s care: 1. A child is bitten and the skin is broken; 2. A child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head; 3. A child falls from a height greater than the height of the child; or 4. An injury requiring professional medical care occurs.

    Corrected 3/12/2025
  4. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) — Maintain toilets, sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in sanitary and operable condition in the downstairs girls and boys bathroom.

    Maintain toilets, sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in sanitary and operable condition in the downstairs girls and boys bathroom. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  5. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(6) — Ensure that all food waste receptacles are lined and maintained in a sanitary condition.

    Ensure that all food waste receptacles are lined and maintained in a sanitary condition. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: food waste receptacles shall be lined and maintained in clean and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  6. Medium risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit in the sinks of rooms 4,8 and 9.

    Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit in the sinks of rooms 4,8 and 9. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  7. High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(a)(1) — Ensure that children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up position in their sleeping equipment, unless it is contraindicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

    Ensure that children under 12 months of age are initially placed in a face-up position in their sleeping equipment, unless it is contraindicated in writing by the child's health care provider. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall ensure that each child is initially placed in a face-up sleeping position unless a different position is indicated in writing by the child's health care provider.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  8. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

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

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Ensure children and staff participate in the drills. 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 2/24/2025
  9. High risk12/18/2024

    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 or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are r

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are required by the plan. 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: 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 1/31/2025
  10. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a)(2) — Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required by state and local laws and regulations.

    Ensure that a Universal Health Record is completed upon enrollment and updated annually, including the immunization records and special care plans as required by state and local laws and regulations. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: 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)

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  11. Medium risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal throughout the center.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal throughout the center. Regulation: The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  12. Medium risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(1)(ii) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces as required, with a self-made solution of bleach and water that is made in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces as required, with a self-made solution of bleach and water that is made in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Regulation: Disinfectants shall be used as follows: the center shall disinfect those items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3 with a solution that shall be a self-made solution consisting of one-quarter cup of household bleach to each gallon of water (one tablespoon per quart), which shall be prepared daily and placed in a labeled, sealed container.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  13. High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) — Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

    Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. Regulation: The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.

    Corrected 2/24/2025
  14. Medium-High risk12/18/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.9(a)(1) — Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components, including: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return.

    Maintain an illness log on file at the center and ensure that it contains all of the required components, including: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include: the child's name; the date and time the illness, symptoms of illness or diseases were observed at the center; a description of the symptoms of illness manifested by the child; the action taken by the center to assist: the child who is demonstrating symptoms of illness; and the director in determining if exclusion of the child from the center is necessary; any significant change in the child's symptoms of illness; the date, if applicable, that: the child was removed from the center; the child returned to the center with a note from a health care provider attesting to the child's admissibility to the center and recovery from a reportable disease, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57; the child returned to the center with a parent’s note attesting that six days have elapsed since the onset of chicken pox, or that all chicken pox sores have dried and crusted; or the child returned to the center symptom-free.

    Corrected 2/24/2025

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About this daycare

  • Location: CLIFTON, Passaic County
  • Capacity: 133
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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