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HOPES Cap (Head Start)

619 Jefferson Street · Uptown

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A- · 86/100 — weighted 50% safety & compliance, 35% parent sentiment, 15% program quality.
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Safety & compliance22 inspections on record · 0 open · 1.27 findings per inspection (town median 1.46)
Parent sentimentno Google rating on file
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Program qualityGrow NJ Kids level 3 (state quality rating, voluntary)
Cost & waitlistno approved submissions yet

The facts

Address619 Jefferson Street
Phone855-OK-HOPES
WebsiteVisit site ↗
Ages6 weeks – Pre-K4
NeighborhoodUptown
Licensed capacity60 children
License120100289
Grow NJ KidsLevel 3

What parents should know

  • Income-eligible Head Start — free or reduced-cost care
  • PreK3 & PreK4 programs at multiple Hoboken sites
  • Federally funded comprehensive early childhood program
  • Includes health, nutrition, and family support services

What reviews say

HOPES Cap is a federally-funded community anchor. Families who qualify consistently praise the wraparound support — health services, nutrition, and family resources beyond just childcare.

State licensing & inspection history

Last inspected 12/8/2025 (Email)  ·  22 inspections on record  ·  0 open · 28 corrected
Corrected — resolved
3A:52-5.3(m)(2)  ·  cited 10/22/2025
Arrange sleeping equipment in Room EHS3 to provide access to an unobstructed 3-foot wide aisle that leads to an exit.
✓ Corrected 10/29/2025
3A:52-5.3(m)(2)  ·  cited 10/22/2025
Ensure that all exit doors are easily operable in Room EHS2.
✓ Corrected 10/29/2025
3A:52-5.3(b)(1)  ·  cited 10/22/2025
Ensure to remove all overgrown vegetation in the outdoor play area.
✓ Corrected 12/8/2025
3A:52-6.5(b)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Maintain on file a record of staff receipt of the release of children policy.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-6.8(j)(3)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Maintain on file a record of staff receipt of the expulsion policy.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-6.8(l)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Maintain on file a record of staff receipt of the social media policy.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-5.3(h)(3)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Submit a lead paint risk assessment as required.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-4.8(d)(1)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually.
✓ Corrected 10/2/2024
3A:52-4.8(a)(1)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually. There are 3 orientations needed.
✓ Corrected 10/2/2024
3A:52-4.8(c)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually.
✓ Corrected 10/2/2024
3A:52-4.6(a)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure an updated a Staff Records Checklist is maintain on file at the center.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-4.6(a)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure that all staff have a physical and Mantoux on file at the center.
✓ Corrected 10/17/2024
3A:52-4.10(b)(1)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
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. The sponsor
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-4.11(a)(3)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. There is 1 staff member's CHRI clearance need
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
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
✓ Corrected 10/2/2024
3A:52-3.6(b)(1)  ·  cited 8/5/2024
Maintain on file a record of staff receipt of the Information to Parents policy.
✓ Corrected 9/11/2024
3A:52-5.3(a)(2)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that the water stained ceiling tile in room 1 is repaired or replaced.
✓ Corrected 8/3/2023
3A:52-5.3(a)(8)(i)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Based on information, ensure that pesticides are not applied at the center when children are present. Pesticides were applied in the center when children were present, causing the
✓ Corrected 11/14/2023
3A:52-4.10(a)(1)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. CARI clearances are needed for four staff. 11-09-2023: CARI clearances are need
✓ Corrected 12/21/2023
3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication specific to this location.
✓ Corrected 3/5/2024
3A:52-4.8(a)(1)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Based on information, retrain all staff on ensuring that pesticides are not applied when children are present.
✓ Corrected 9/19/2023
3A:52-5.3(i)(8)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that the center obtains and submits a current Safe Building Interior Certificate.
✓ Corrected 8/3/2023
3A:52-5.3(p)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that all cords from tablets, radios, or other devices are secured and not hanging over the sink in room 1.
✓ Corrected 8/3/2023
3A:52-5.3(r)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.
✓ Corrected 9/19/2023
3A:52-5.4(a)(4)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that hot tap water does not exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
✓ Corrected 8/3/2023
3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1)  ·  cited 6/26/2023
Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and correct date.
✓ Corrected 8/3/2023
3A:52-4.10(b)(1)  ·  cited 5/10/2021
Submit or upload all staff, including the sponsor/sponsor representative submitted a CARI for Renewal and indicate the date cleared (or date submitted if not yet cleared).
✓ Corrected 4/7/2022
3A:52-5.3(h)(2)  ·  cited 5/10/2021
Submit or upload to NJCCIS File Cabinet a copy of the center’s lead paint inspection report or current lead paint risk assessment.
✓ Corrected 3/22/2022

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