Montgomery Montessori School

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, in classroom 8.

Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, in classroom 8. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(j)(3) — Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's expulsion policy for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's expulsion policy for the 3 children in classroom 8. Regulation: 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Provide application for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Provide application for the 3 children in classroom 8. 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).

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(b) — Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's release policy for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's release policy for the 3 children in classroom 8. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(l) — Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's social media policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the center's social media policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.11(b) — Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the communicable disease policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the communicable disease policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8. Regulation: The center shall distribute a copy of the communicable disease 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(r) — Children under 13 years are not allowed to me volunteers in the center. They must be in enrolled in the center to actively participate in the program.

Children under 13 years are not allowed to me volunteers in the center. They must be in enrolled in the center to actively participate in the program. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b) — Maintain at the center and distribute to all families and staff, a copy of the Information to Parents document designated by the OOL; maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8.

Maintain at the center and distribute to all families and staff, a copy of the Information to Parents document designated by the OOL; maintain on file a record of parental receipt of the policy, for the 3 children in classroom 8. Regulation: The center shall distribute a copy of the Information to Parents document to each child’s parent(s) upon enrollment and to every person upon becoming a staff member and secure and maintain on file a record of each parent’s and staff member’s signature attesting to receipt of the document.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Secure the carpeting in classroom 6 to prevent tripping hazards as required.

Secure the carpeting in classroom 6 to prevent tripping hazards as required. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, as required in classroom 1. Abated on 4/21/2026. 4/21/2026- ensure that children are adequately tracked at all

Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care, as required in classroom 1. Abated on 4/21/2026. 4/21/2026- ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are ware of the number of children in their care, as required in classroom 7. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(b) — Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times.

Ensure the center's fire protective systems are operative at all times. Regulation: An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH, to ensure that the building is free of mold and the air quality is safe for the children inside the building.

Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH, to ensure that the building is free of mold and the air quality is safe for the children inside the building. Regulation: 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. the Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(3)(i) — Repair/replace the ceiling tiles due to water leak in the building.

Repair/replace the ceiling tiles due to water leak in the building. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building structure shall be maintained to prevent water from entering; excessive drafts or heat loss; and infestation from rodents and insects.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(e)(3) — Post the center's discipline policy.

Post the center's discipline policy. Regulation: The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall: 3. Be posted in a prominent location within the center.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) — Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Provide documentation that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education

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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including the exposed tree roots.

Ensure all outdoor hazards are removed from the outdoor play area as required including the exposed tree roots. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. 2. The outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) — Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

Provide documentation that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. Regulation: For school-age child care programs the program supervisor shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the applicable options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(d) for education, training, and experience, based on the center's licensed capacity.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 4 regularly scheduled staff. 2/27/2026-only 1 CHRI is still outstanding.

Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 4 regularly scheduled staff. 2/27/2026-only 1 CHRI is still outstanding. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 2 regularly scheduled staff.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and 2 regularly scheduled staff. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Based on complaint, ensure that 3 staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, as required.

Based on complaint, ensure that 3 staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, as required. 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.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields in the hallway.

Ensure all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields in the hallway. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. During program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Provide adequate lighting as required in the infant room.

Provide adequate lighting as required in the infant room. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. During program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Ensure that playground surfacing is maintained.

Ensure that playground surfacing is maintained. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all toilets are in good repair.

Ensure all toilets are in good repair. 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.