Noah's Ark Country Day School

WESTFIELD, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity76
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ, 07090

CityWESTFIELD, NJ 07090

CountyUnion

Phone908-232-0175

Websitehttps://www.learmontheark.com

Operating details

Capacity76

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High13
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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618 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ, 07090, WESTFIELD, NJ 07090

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/22/2025

  • High13
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk9/22/2025

    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 3.

    Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 3. Regulation: 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 10/28/2025
  2. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(d) — Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.

    Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Regulation: 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 10/28/2025
  3. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 11 named staff for the center's license renewal.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 11 named 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 10/28/2025
  4. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(4) — Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required before serving food in room 4.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water as required before serving food in room 4. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food; after toileting; after assisting a child in toileting; after caring for a child who appears to be sick; after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. 7.8(d)3- Staff members hands are washed after changing each diaper.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  5. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children in room 3 wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after outdoor play.

    Ensure that children in room 3 wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after outdoor play. 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; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  6. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after having their diaper changed in room 3.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including after having their diaper changed in room 3. 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; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  7. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before the intake of food in rooms 4 and 5.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including before the intake of food in rooms 4 and 5. 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; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  8. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(b)(6) — Ensure accident reports are completed as required including the time of parental notification.

    Ensure accident reports are completed as required including the time of parental notification. Regulation: (b) The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in (a) above. These records shall include the following: 1. The name of the injured child; 2. The date, time and location of the incident; 3. The name and address of the center; 4. The name of the person completing the report; 5. The date the report was completed; and 6. A written description of the following: i. The incident; ii. The injury to the child; iii. The names of witnesses to the incident; and iv. The follow-up action taken by the center, including: (1) Application of first aid; and (2) Consultation or treatment by a licensed physician or other health care provider, if applicable. (d) Upon request of the child's parent, the center shall provide a written description of the incident by the end of the next operating day.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  9. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that 1 named child's albuterol is stored in its original box with the child's name and prescription.

    Ensure that 1 named child's albuterol is stored in its original box with the child's name and prescription. 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 10/28/2025
  10. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure 1 named child has a second Epi-pen present as per the special care plan.

    Ensure 1 named child has a second Epi-pen present as per the special care plan. 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 10/28/2025
  11. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that 1 named child has a non expired Epi-pen present.

    Ensure that 1 named child has a non expired Epi-pen present. 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 10/28/2025
  12. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(b)(2) — Ensure rest mats in room 5 are stored separately.

    Ensure rest mats in room 5 are stored separately. Regulation: i. Each cot used for children between 13 and 18 months of age shall not exceed 14 inches above the floor level. ii. Each cot or mat used for rest and sleep shall be covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering. An additional covering shall be provided for use as a covering for each child. iii. Each mat used for rest and sleep shall be:(1) Placed on a surface that is warm, dry, clean and draft-free; (2) Water-repellent; (3) At least one inch thick; and (4) Stored so that there is no contact with the sleeping surface of another mat, or disinfected after each use, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)1.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  13. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Ensure that the play structure on the toddler playground is used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

    Ensure that the play structure on the toddler playground is used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  14. Medium risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Ensure that the bolts on the bases of the toilets in room 6 have covers.

    Ensure that the bolts on the bases of the toilets in room 6 have covers. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  15. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in the bathroom of room 6.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in the bathroom of room 6. 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 10/28/2025
  16. Medium-High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair or replace the broken window in room 6.

    Repair or replace the broken window in room 6. 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 10/28/2025
  17. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) — Ensure surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use including the diapering surface in room 3.

    Ensure surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use including the diapering surface in room 3. Regulation: The following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: (1) Washcloths made of fabric, when used for cleaning children; (2) Thermometers; (3) Items used by a child who becomes ill while at the center; and (4) Sleeping mats that are not stored separately.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  18. High risk9/22/2025

    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 12/10/2025
  19. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(2) — Ensure that the handwashing sinks in rooms 1 and 3 are not used to clean toys and bibs.

    Ensure that the handwashing sinks in rooms 1 and 3 are not used to clean toys and bibs. Regulation: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering area shall be within 15 feet of a sink that is not used for food preparation.

    Corrected 10/28/2025
  20. High risk9/22/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure that 1 named child has non expired albuterol present.

    Ensure that 1 named child has non expired albuterol present. 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 10/28/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk12/16/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) — In classroom 1, ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name.

    In classroom 1, ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name. Regulation: All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

    Corrected 2/11/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/16/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Repair the warped molding in classroom 4's bathroom, and repair the rusty echelon. In the hallway bathroom on the first floor, repair the rusty echelon.

    Repair the warped molding in classroom 4's bathroom, and repair the rusty echelon. In the hallway bathroom on the first floor, repair the rusty echelon. 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 2/11/2025
  3. Medium risk12/16/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. There are 2 staff missing.

    Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. There are 2 staff missing. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.

    Corrected 2/11/2025
  4. High risk12/16/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. There were 9 infants with 2 teachers, a third teacher was needed.

    Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. There were 9 infants with 2 teachers, a third teacher was needed. Regulation: The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in 3A:52-4.3(d) through (f): Age Staff/Child Ratio Under 18 months - 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years - 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years - 1:10 4 years - 1:12 5 years and older - 1:15

    Corrected 2/12/2025
  5. High risk12/16/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(7) — Maintain medication records that include theparental authorization in classroom 1. Ensure that the children in classroom 3 have updated Special Care Plans.

    Maintain medication records that include theparental authorization in classroom 1. Ensure that the children in classroom 3 have updated Special Care Plans. 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 maintain on file a record of the following: the child's name and parental authorization for the center to administer medication or health care procedures; the name of the medication or health care procedure; the condition for which the medication or health care procedure is being used; the instructions for administration, including the dosage and frequency; the date and time medication or a health care procedure was administered to a child and the name or initials of the staff member who administered it; and any adverse effect the medication can have or has had on the child.

    Corrected 1/15/2025

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About this daycare

  • Location: WESTFIELD, Union County
  • Capacity: 76
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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