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The Growing Place
155 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon NJ 07405 · License #14GRO0001 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Kimberly Cote
- Phone
- (973) 838-8656
- Website
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- Address
- 155 Kinnelon Rd, Kinnelon NJ 07405 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
Ages not published.
- 1-Star quality rating
- Does not accept child care subsidy (CCDF)
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing- Violation
Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all staff who have not completed the required orientation training are directly supervised by another staff member.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(f)(1) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided.
Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of soap, toilet paper and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels. Provide toilet paper holder for bathroom in Teddy classroom.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Power wash/clean all outdoor toys including the climbing equipment.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff who do not have a completed CHRI background check are directly supervised by another staff member. 1 staff member has been employed since October 2023 and the CHRI has not been done.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Submit current documentation from the DEP, Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) for centers not served by a public community water system and post the results.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. 2 Renewal CARI's pending.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Post a diagram of all approved areas and ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled. Update center floor plans to include room names/numbers and occupancies.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a children's records checklist, including the child's name, address, birth date and date of enrollment. Ensure the form is complete: include the center name, license number and the reviewer must initial and date.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all radiators, steam and hot water pipes have protective covers and are maintained in good condition. Replace broken radiator cover in the Teddy classroom.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal. 2 staff CHRI's pending.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Use updated SRC form: ensure to include the center's name and license number. Once completed the reviewer must initial and date.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. LHU certificate expired on 8/26/23.
Corrected by May 6, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean bathroom vent in the Teddy classroom.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean bathroom vent in bathroom located in Room 2.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-4.8(c) · The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. To be reviewed at the next inspection. 6/6/23-Staff members missing training hours for the 2022-2023 calendar year. The forms are not signed by the staff member, information duplicated and hours are missing.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. To be reviewed at the next inspection.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. 6/6/23- 3 Renewal CHRI's outstanding: KC, RS & CG.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file. To be reviewed at the next inspection.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center conducts 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. To be reviewed at the next inspection.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center. To be reviewed at the next inspection.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. Radon expired on 4/30/23.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Repair detached radiator in Room 2.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition. Ensure that there is no stagnant urine on toilet base/floor.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Provide adequate lighting throughout the center. Room 1.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file. 6/6/23-Not available at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. Rm 2: CC needs parental signature on HAP.---corrected LF- HAP no available for review. 6/6/23-Parental signature still missing for LF in Room 2.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
Label all rooms approved by the OOL for the children's use. 6/6/23-Rooms have not been labeled.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Ensure that all bathroom equipment is fastened securely. Provide a toilet screw cover for toilet located in Room 2.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. 6/5/23-Correct credentialed staff and add job descriptions.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
Complete a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL a table of organization indicating lines of authority, responsibility and communication. Ensure to ass OOL job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff.
Corrected by Nov 9, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL the children’s daily time sheets with arrival and departure times for the prior 2-week period.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL the center’s current staff records checklist. Ensure that all staff submitted a CARI for the center’s renewal and indicate the date cleared (or date submitted if not yet cleared). 10/12/21-One staff member missing from current Staff Records checklist EM.
Corrected by Nov 9, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL a copy of the center’s fire drill log for each session provided at the center for a period of at least 90 days.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL a copy of Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) background check results for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 10/21/21-EM CHRI missing.
Corrected by Nov 9, 2021
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(h)(2) · Lead paint precautions are as follows: the center shall comply with the lead paint inspection requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(h)3, unless the center
Submit to the OOL a copy of the center’s complete lead paint inspection report.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL a copy of the center’s NJ DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist based on water testing conducted by a Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) certified lab for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50% of all indoor water faucets used by the center.
Corrected by Nov 9, 2021
- Violation
Submit an updated DOH certificate.
Corrected by Nov 9, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL documentation indicating that at least 2 staff members present at the center have current basic knowledge of first aid principles and CPR.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Upload to the OOL a copy of the center’s discipline policy including acceptable actions that staff members may take.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include
Submit to the OOL a copy of the center’s expulsion policy which includes circumstances, methods to notify parents, sufficient time limits, and reasons for immediate expulsion.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL the center's written policy on the management of communicable diseases which includes the list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home; the list of diseases for which a child will not be readmitted to the center unless accompanied by a statement from the child's health care provider; and assurance that during any outbreak of an excludable disease at the center, each parent whose child may have been exposed to the disease shall receive a written notice of the outbreak.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Upload to the OOL the center’s illness log for a period of at least 30 days.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
Submit to the OOL a copy of the center’s current comprehensive general liability insurance policy.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
At the time of the inspection, toxins which were accessible to children were observed in Room 1.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 3, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Apr 8, 2024 inspection noted: “Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of soap, toilet paper and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels. Provide toilet paper holder for bathr…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 8, 2023 inspection noted: “Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition. Clean bathroom vent in bathroom located in Room 2.” — what has changed since then?
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