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Ironbound After-School Program
432 Lafayette Street, Newark NJ 07105 · License #07IRO0002 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Deidre Johnson
- Phone
- (973) 465-0947
- Website
- ironboundcc.org
- Address
- 432 Lafayette Street, Newark NJ 07105 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
Ages not published.
- Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing- 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 throughout the center including in the bathrooms.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Securely fasten bathroom equipment including the baseboard heating in bathroom #1 that is within the common area.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Ensure health records are maintained on file as required including Special Care Plans and updated annually for 1 child.
Corrected by May 13, 2026
- Violation
Prepare a discipline policy that includes acceptable actions staff members may take when disciplining and redirecting a child.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.
Repair and/or paint surfaces including the chipping paint in room A.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Maintain a written emergency plan in a readily accessible location that includes all required components.
Corrected by May 13, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Maintain an illness log on file at the center that includes: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required.
Corrected by May 13, 2026
- Violation
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including the baseboard heating that has rust on it.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
Develop a written policy for the use of television, computers and other technology.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
- Violation
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 current certificates are on file.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Violation
Maintain toilets, sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in sanitary and operable condition. Secure sink in Room A bathroom.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center. Update and submit to OOL.
Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
- 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. Ensure training records are up to date.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
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3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.
Operate within each room's capacity. On the day of the inspection there were 22 children in a room with a capacity of 12 children. Ensure room capacities are adhered to at all times.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Ensure training records are up to date.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center's social media policy is updated to include new social networking sites.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all surfaces are kept clean and in good repair. Fix water damage on wall next to the toilet in room 1.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. Ensure applications are signed and dated.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
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3A:52-4.8(a)(2) · Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.
Ensure that all staff are retrained in accurate documentation of accidents, and notifying and documenting immediate contact with parent for those accidents that require immediate contact. Submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Complete accident reports as required. Ensure accidents are documented on an accident report and not an incident report. Current incident reports do not address required information.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
- Violation
Submit a copy of the Certificate of Approval issued by the local construction official for changes in the building subject to the NJUCC requiring the issuance of a building permit.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
- Violation
Submit a copy of the Certificate of Approval issued by the local construction official for changes in the building subject to the NJUCC requiring the issuance of a building permit. The center relocated without formally requesting approval from OOL a relocation. The center moved to their sister school while their location is under renovation.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.
Ensure that all fluorescent tubes have protective coverings in the egress area near class D.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
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3A:52-4.8(a)(2) · Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including understanding center operations, policies and procedures. 9.13.2023 Pertains to 2 named staff.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required. 9.13.2023 Pertains to 1 named staff.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the egress door is operable near class D, whereas, the door was locked from the inside preventing access to the outside.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the program supervisor meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · 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.
Ensure that children in class A wash their hands before the intake of food.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Repair and cover the exposed wires on the ceiling in the egress near class C.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
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3A:52-5.3(q)(2)(ii) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center allow more children in attendance than the licensed room capacity.
Ensure that the center complies with the licensed capacity of the classrooms at all times throughout the center. There were 26 children in class A, whereas, the capacity for this room is limited to 21 children.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2023
- Violation
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center is free of infestations and maintain documentation on file. On the day of the inspection the center found bed bugs in the basement and the center was evacuated until an exterminator was able to come to the center.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2022
- Violation
Submit a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
- Violation
Ensure policy includes the failure to pick up a child and actions taken by center.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Ensure that the procedures for the observation of an impaired guardian is included in the policy.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Accurately maintain checklist.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Develop policy which reflects the regulation requirements, submit policy to parent and staff, secure signature receipts from parents and staff, and maintain on file.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Ensure accident forms are complete and maintained. Information missing or not accurately documented to reflect compliance.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Develop policy which reflects the regulation requirements, submit policy to parent and staff, secure signature receipts from parents and staff, and maintain on file.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(1) · 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
Ensure all tables are washed and disinfected before serving food.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Ensure hand sanitizer is kept out of the reach of children at all times. Moved during inspection and abated at the time of inspection.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2021
- Violation
Children were observed using a computer nook which is not approved. Ensure space is requested in NJCCIS and not used until it is formally approved.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(q)(2) · Space and room requirements are as follows: at no time shall a center
Interviews indicated that classrooms are over occupied 1 to 2 times per week. Ensure all rooms are used and no more than 71 children occupy the first floor.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Ensure diagram is accurately indication classroom numbers, and that the outdoor playground area is depicted.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Maintain an illness log.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Although the center has an indoor location for relocation, interviews with the staff indicated that they are not aware of where they are to go. Retrain staff and submit retraining document with staff signatures to OOL.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Ensure that the bathrooms in room 1 are kept at a minimum of 68 degrees at all times.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Test for lead and copper as required, submit readings, and mandatory OOL forms.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Fire certificate has expired.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- 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.
Complete training hours.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Fire certificate has expired.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Complete training hours.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Accurately maintain checklist.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Submit attestation form.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- Violation
Ensure center retains special care plans for all children with allergies requiring medicine.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2021
- Violation
Ensure that there is a presence of warm water.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2020
- 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.
Complete yearly training for all staff.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
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3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.
Ensure light bulbs are covered in the basement.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
- Violation
Lower water temperature.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
- Violation
Complete and maintain.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
- Violation
submit current certificate.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2019
- Violation
Submit outstanding CHRI.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
- Violation
3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).
Provide documentation.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2019
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 18, 2025 inspection noted: “Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition throughout the center including in the bathrooms.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 15, 2024 inspection noted: “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 current c…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Mar 7, 2023 inspection noted: “Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.” — what has changed since then?
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