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Little Stages, LLC.
14 South Orange Avenue 1st floor, South Orange NJ 07079 · License #07LIT0034 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Guerlyne Millington
- Phone
- (973) 762-2679
- Website
- www.littlestages.com
- Address
- 14 South Orange Avenue 1st floor, South Orange NJ 07079 · 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
Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. 4.7.26. Provide special care plan for two children. 5.12.26. Provide special care plan for one child.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(f)(2) · Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.
Secure the toilet seat in the 2nd floor bathroom.
Corrected by Apr 7, 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 the wall by the rear entrance.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that the diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in the bathrooms throughout the center.
Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
- Violation
Install the ceiling tile at the front entrance.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care in Room 3.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;
Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care in Room 3.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all toxic substances (hand sanitizer) are inaccessible to the children in area 1.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including CARI and CHRI background check clearances.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- 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.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- 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).
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including training on supervising and tracking children.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
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 for area 2.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Post a diagram of all approved areas and ensure that all rooms approved for use by the children are labeled accordingly.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age are set up and provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment throughout the center
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- 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.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged annually and recharged if necessary throughout the center.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · 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.
Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name throughout the center.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are required by the plan for two children.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in area 1.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair in toddler room in areas 7 and 8.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
Provide protective guards for all windows and other glass surfaces not made of safety glass and that are located within 36 inches above the floor.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
Provide window guards with the approval of the local fire official or provide an alternative method to ensure that children cannot fall out of windows.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staircases used by children that subject the children to an open drop have five foot barriers as required.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2024
- 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 a lead paint risk assessment that includes the map of tested areas.
Corrected by May 7, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in the bathrooms on the 2nd floor.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that Room 7 is set up as a classroom.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in the bathrooms on the 2nd floor.
Corrected by Aug 14, 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.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that classrooms that care for children over 18 months of age provide at least five different activity areas and that each area contains at least five different types of supplies and equipment; room 4 (library).
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Provide allergy plan, 2nd auvi-q pen, and anything else that is listed on the allergy plan for one child.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use,
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects surfaces as required wherein only 1 step was being used to disinfect surfaces.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- 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 Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(l)(1) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating
Ensure that the center has written emergency plans in a readily accessible location that includes evacuation, disaster and lockdown procedures.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-5.3(b)(6) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: centers that provide outdoor space shall maintain all fencing in proper condition.
Repair the latch to the playground gate.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Provide a current health certificate as required. A conditionally satisfactory certificate was provided.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that documentation or a copy of all materials used are maintained on file at the center; six staff.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Complete and submit a renewal application via njccis.com.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire; one staff.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal. Provide 1 renewal CARI clearance.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for the center's license renewal; five staff. Provide the sponsor representative's CHRI clearance for renewal.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Provide an updated staff records checklist that includes all current staff and remove any staff who no longer work there.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times throughout the center. At the time of the inspection, there were 2 staff with 14 children when 3 staff were required in the toddler section of room 1. 2.20.24. At the time of the inspection, there were 3 staff with 14 children when 4 staff were required in the infant section of room 1.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that a primary caregiver is assigned to each group of four infants or six toddlers.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Secure the vent cover in the bathroom ceiling.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed. At the time of the inspection, the path from room 1 to the emergency exit was blocked with furniture. The center cleared a path upon inspector request.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that each child is provided with a covering when on their cot for rest.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Ensure utensils for feeding are not reused at the center.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that each child under 12 months of age has a written feeding plan.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Repair and/or remove all broken toys from the outdoor play area.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
Provide a current Safe Building Interior Certification.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2021
- Violation
Upload current Radon Report into the NJCCIS file cabinet.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2021
- Violation
Provide a current Life Hazard Use Registration Certificate.
Corrected by Apr 6, 2022
- Violation
Upload into the NJCCIS file cabinet a table of organization.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2021
- Violation
Provide documentation of education and experience for a Head Teacher.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2021
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use,
Ensure the squeezable water toys in the infant room are free of mold due to water being left inside of them. In classroom #1 one toy had evidence of mold. The toy was immediately discarded.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2019
- Violation
1 child is missing the second epi-pen that was prescribed by the physician. 1 child is missing their emergency care plan.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2019
- Violation
- Violation
Corrected by Jun 27, 2019
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 20, 2026 inspection noted: “Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 16, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Apr 3, 2024 inspection noted: “Provide protective guards for all windows and other glass surfaces not made of safety glass and that are located within 36 inches above the floor.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing · Source records · Report an error