Sha'terra Memorial Pre-School Academy
PATERSON, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address20 Southard Street, Paterson, NJ, 07501
CountyPassaic
Phone973-684-3513
Operating details
Capacity30
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/3/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High12
- Medium3
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
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20 Southard Street, Paterson, NJ, 07501, PATERSON, NJ 07501
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/3/2025
- High4
- Medium-High12
- Medium3
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk11/3/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Test for the presence of radon gas as required.
Test for the presence of radon gas as required. Regulation: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
Corrected 12/2/2025
2024
- Medium-High risk10/28/2024
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. At the time of the inspectio
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. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL. 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 - Medium risk10/28/2024
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 in room 1.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal in room 1. 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 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) — Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in room 1.
Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in room 1. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.
Corrected 12/5/2024 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. 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 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
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. At the t
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. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL. 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 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Complete and maintain on file a Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL.
Complete and maintain on file a Children's Records Checklist designated by OOL. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL. 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 2/24/2025 - High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d)(1) — Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL.
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. At the time of the inspection the person in charge did not have the records that needed to be reviewed by OOL. Regulation: In lieu of the child care staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(b), the director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) — At the time of the inspection a 9 month old child had a blanket in the crib. The blanket was removed at the inspectors request.
At the time of the inspection a 9 month old child had a blanket in the crib. The blanket was removed at the inspectors request. Regulation: The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at View official inspection document Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that each crib or playpen shall be equipped with: a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress; a clean, snugly fitting sheet.
Corrected 10/28/2024 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(ii) — Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan maintained on file in room 2.
Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan maintained on file in room 2. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for children less than 12 months of age, the feeding plan shall be: documented in writing; maintained on file.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(b) — Maintain at the center and distribute to all families and staff, a written policy on the release of children; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy.
Maintain at the center and distribute to all families and staff, a written policy on the release of children; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy. Regulation: The center shall distribute a copy of the release policy to the parent of each enrolled child and each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the policy.
Corrected 12/5/2024 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(f) — Ensure that the staff signatures attesting to the receipt of the center's discipline policy are maintained on file.
Ensure that the staff signatures attesting to the receipt of the center's discipline policy are maintained on file. Regulation: The center shall secure and maintain on file each staff member's signature, attesting to receipt of the policy on the disciplining of children by staff members.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(j)(3) — Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the expulsion policy.
Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the expulsion policy. Regulation: The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The center shall distribute a copy of the expulsion policy to the parent of each enrolled child and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature attesting to receipt of the policy.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-Low risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(l) — Maintain on file and distribute to all families and staff, a social media policy; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy.
Maintain on file and distribute to all families and staff, a social media policy; maintain on file a record of parental and staff receipt of the policy. Regulation: The center shall distribute a copy of the social media policy to the parent of each enrolled child and to each staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s signature and each staff member’s signature attesting to the receipt of the policy.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) — Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 2.
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 2. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times.
Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.
Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that 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.
Corrected 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. Regulation: Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.
Corrected 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(1) — Maintain a written emergency plan in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures.
Maintain a written emergency plan in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures. Regulation: Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
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 12/5/2024 - High risk10/28/2024
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 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
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 2/24/2025 - High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Regulation: The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Replace the missing ceiling tile in the blue bathroom.
Replace the missing ceiling tile in the blue bathroom. 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 12/5/2024 - Medium-High risk10/28/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Replace the stained ceiling tile in room 1.
Replace the stained ceiling tile in room 1. 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 2/24/2025
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About this daycare
- Location: PATERSON, Passaic County
- Capacity: 30
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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