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Albemarle NC · License #84000290 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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10A NCAC 09.1721 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 5/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual compliance and rated license assessment visit. The last annual compliance visit for this family childcare home was on 5/22/25. The compliance history percentage for this family childcare home is 90% for the previous 18-month period. This family childcare home currently holds a three-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, capacity, group size, indoor spaces, safety, program records and permit requirements. During the visit, I discussed the pathway selection with Ms. Cagle. I reviewed again the requirements for pathway #2 and we discussed Ms. Cagle’s education and her options for meeting the desired 5-star level. I reviewed the education standards with Ms. Cagle and her status letter is WORKS. I reviewed the requirements for pathway #2. I reviewed the application with Ms. Cagle, found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents and forms” for family childcare homes and reviewed each required document and the coaching/mentoring requirement found in rule .3206 (e)(10) of the NC Childcare Rules. Ms. Cagle shared that she has purchased an approved curriculum, “Experience Preschool Curriculum”. I reviewed the approved curriculum list and the curriculum is on the list for ages 3-5 but not for ages birth-two or school age. We discussed options for the other ages. I also reminded Ms. Cagle about the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments tool. Ms. Cagle’s next steps are to obtain the approved curricula for all ages served, complete the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments, family engagement options and CQI plan. We discussed that the goal for completion of the star rated renewal process will be before or by November 2026. There were zero (0) children were present during the visit. Ms. Cagle shared that the children enrolled are in a Head Start program or are school age. Ms. Cagle shared the times that children are usually present, Monday-Friday. I shared with Ms. Cagle that I will still conduct the Annual Compliance with Rated License visit but would need to return to conduct an “other” visit when children are present in order to complete her Annual Compliance visit. Transportation is provided. The interior and exterior of the vehicle used to transport children was monitored. The registration is valid as of 4/29/26 and insurance coverage is from 9/19/25-9/19/26. Medication is not being administered. I confirmed with Ms. Cagle who resides in the home with her. She shared that A. Davis no longer lives with her. Thirteen (13) children are enrolled in the family childcare home between first and second shifts. There was a file for each child enrolled and the files for new children were reviewed. There were six (6) new children enrolled since the last AC visit. The operator’s file was monitored as well. The family childcare home’s EPR plan was last updated on 4/18/25. The following documents were given to you prior to today’s visit: -VERIFICATION OF REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR OPERATOR AND ADDITIONAL CAREGIVERS. -The OPERATOR’S STATEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITY. The required documents were received by the child care consultant prior to today’s visit on 3/30/26. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary was given to you along with a copy of the enrollment/staff/child worksheet and the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle at the end of the visit and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 305 Home was not equipped with either an electrically operated smoke detector with a battery back-up; or both an electrically operated detector and a battery operated detector located next to each other. The smoke detector in the family childcare home was not operable. NCAC 513.1; .1707(3) 714 Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division. An monthly outdoor inspection for April 2026 was not completed. 10A NCAC .1721(e)(5)(A-F) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Some children's files did not contain the required health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Attendance as well as arrival and departure times were not maintained consistently. .1721(e)(6) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. Some children's files did not contain the required discipline policy parent acknowledgement. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 1102 Parent/guardian was not notified of when and where the child was to be transported, and the name of the transportation provider. The transportation permission forms were not complete with required information such as where children are transported from and to. .1723(5) 1876 The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current. The EPR Plan was not updated/reviewed annually as required. The last update was on 4/18/25. .1714(e ) 2030 Operator did not provide a written statement to parents regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction. Some children's files did not contain the parent's acknowledgement of the smoking and tobacco restriction policy. .1719(a)(11) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by May 26, 2026. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that activity plans should be dated. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. Cagle that her license is for serving children ages 0-12 and that a child 13 years of age may not be in her family childcare home. There was not a child present today, but the conversation came up when discussing enrollment. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Ebony Duncan, Supervisor at ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0043. Thank you. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S.110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 5/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual compliance and rated license assessment visit. The last annual compliance visit for this family childcare home was on 5/22/25. The compliance history percentage for this family childcare home is 90% for the previous 18-month period. This family childcare home currently holds a three-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, capacity, group size, indoor spaces, safety, program records and permit requirements. During the visit, I discussed the pathway selection with Ms. Cagle. I reviewed again the requirements for pathway #2 and we discussed Ms. Cagle’s education and her options for meeting the desired 5-star level. I reviewed the education standards with Ms. Cagle and her status letter is WORKS. I reviewed the requirements for pathway #2. I reviewed the application with Ms. Cagle, found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents and forms” for family childcare homes and reviewed each required document and the coaching/mentoring requirement found in rule .3206 (e)(10) of the NC Childcare Rules. Ms. Cagle shared that she has purchased an approved curriculum, “Experience Preschool Curriculum”. I reviewed the approved curriculum list and the curriculum is on the list for ages 3-5 but not for ages birth-two or school age. We discussed options for the other ages. I also reminded Ms. Cagle about the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments tool. Ms. Cagle’s next steps are to obtain the approved curricula for all ages served, complete the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments, family engagement options and CQI plan. We discussed that the goal for completion of the star rated renewal process will be before or by November 2026. There were zero (0) children were present during the visit. Ms. Cagle shared that the children enrolled are in a Head Start program or are school age. Ms. Cagle shared the times that children are usually present, Monday-Friday. I shared with Ms. Cagle that I will still conduct the Annual Compliance with Rated License visit but would need to return to conduct an “other” visit when children are present in order to complete her Annual Compliance visit. Transportation is provided. The interior and exterior of the vehicle used to transport children was monitored. The registration is valid as of 4/29/26 and insurance coverage is from 9/19/25-9/19/26. Medication is not being administered. I confirmed with Ms. Cagle who resides in the home with her. She shared that A. Davis no longer lives with her. Thirteen (13) children are enrolled in the family childcare home between first and second shifts. There was a file for each child enrolled and the files for new children were reviewed. There were six (6) new children enrolled since the last AC visit. The operator’s file was monitored as well. The family childcare home’s EPR plan was last updated on 4/18/25. The following documents were given to you prior to today’s visit: -VERIFICATION OF REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR OPERATOR AND ADDITIONAL CAREGIVERS. -The OPERATOR’S STATEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITY. The required documents were received by the child care consultant prior to today’s visit on 3/30/26. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary was given to you along with a copy of the enrollment/staff/child worksheet and the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle at the end of the visit and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 305 Home was not equipped with either an electrically operated smoke detector with a battery back-up; or both an electrically operated detector and a battery operated detector located next to each other. The smoke detector in the family childcare home was not operable. NCAC 513.1; .1707(3) 714 Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division. An monthly outdoor inspection for April 2026 was not completed. 10A NCAC .1721(e)(5)(A-F) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Some children's files did not contain the required health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Attendance as well as arrival and departure times were not maintained consistently. .1721(e)(6) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. Some children's files did not contain the required discipline policy parent acknowledgement. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 1102 Parent/guardian was not notified of when and where the child was to be transported, and the name of the transportation provider. The transportation permission forms were not complete with required information such as where children are transported from and to. .1723(5) 1876 The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current. The EPR Plan was not updated/reviewed annually as required. The last update was on 4/18/25. .1714(e ) 2030 Operator did not provide a written statement to parents regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction. Some children's files did not contain the parent's acknowledgement of the smoking and tobacco restriction policy. .1719(a)(11) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by May 26, 2026. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that activity plans should be dated. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. Cagle that her license is for serving children ages 0-12 and that a child 13 years of age may not be in her family childcare home. There was not a child present today, but the conversation came up when discussing enrollment. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Ebony Duncan, Supervisor at ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0043. Thank you. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/12/2026 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 5/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:05 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual compliance and rated license assessment visit. The last annual compliance visit for this family childcare home was on 5/22/25. The compliance history percentage for this family childcare home is 90% for the previous 18-month period. This family childcare home currently holds a three-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, capacity, group size, indoor spaces, safety, program records and permit requirements. During the visit, I discussed the pathway selection with Ms. Cagle. I reviewed again the requirements for pathway #2 and we discussed Ms. Cagle’s education and her options for meeting the desired 5-star level. I reviewed the education standards with Ms. Cagle and her status letter is WORKS. I reviewed the requirements for pathway #2. I reviewed the application with Ms. Cagle, found on the DCDEE website under “provider documents and forms” for family childcare homes and reviewed each required document and the coaching/mentoring requirement found in rule .3206 (e)(10) of the NC Childcare Rules. Ms. Cagle shared that she has purchased an approved curriculum, “Experience Preschool Curriculum”. I reviewed the approved curriculum list and the curriculum is on the list for ages 3-5 but not for ages birth-two or school age. We discussed options for the other ages. I also reminded Ms. Cagle about the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments tool. Ms. Cagle’s next steps are to obtain the approved curricula for all ages served, complete the required trainings for the curricula and formative assessments, family engagement options and CQI plan. We discussed that the goal for completion of the star rated renewal process will be before or by November 2026. There were zero (0) children were present during the visit. Ms. Cagle shared that the children enrolled are in a Head Start program or are school age. Ms. Cagle shared the times that children are usually present, Monday-Friday. I shared with Ms. Cagle that I will still conduct the Annual Compliance with Rated License visit but would need to return to conduct an “other” visit when children are present in order to complete her Annual Compliance visit. Transportation is provided. The interior and exterior of the vehicle used to transport children was monitored. The registration is valid as of 4/29/26 and insurance coverage is from 9/19/25-9/19/26. Medication is not being administered. I confirmed with Ms. Cagle who resides in the home with her. She shared that A. Davis no longer lives with her. Thirteen (13) children are enrolled in the family childcare home between first and second shifts. There was a file for each child enrolled and the files for new children were reviewed. There were six (6) new children enrolled since the last AC visit. The operator’s file was monitored as well. The family childcare home’s EPR plan was last updated on 4/18/25. The following documents were given to you prior to today’s visit: -VERIFICATION OF REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR OPERATOR AND ADDITIONAL CAREGIVERS. -The OPERATOR’S STATEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITY. The required documents were received by the child care consultant prior to today’s visit on 3/30/26. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary was given to you along with a copy of the enrollment/staff/child worksheet and the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle at the end of the visit and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 305 Home was not equipped with either an electrically operated smoke detector with a battery back-up; or both an electrically operated detector and a battery operated detector located next to each other. The smoke detector in the family childcare home was not operable. NCAC 513.1; .1707(3) 714 Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division. An monthly outdoor inspection for April 2026 was not completed. 10A NCAC .1721(e)(5)(A-F) 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Some children's files did not contain the required health assessment. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 921 Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children. Attendance as well as arrival and departure times were not maintained consistently. .1721(e)(6) 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. Some children's files did not contain the required discipline policy parent acknowledgement. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 1102 Parent/guardian was not notified of when and where the child was to be transported, and the name of the transportation provider. The transportation permission forms were not complete with required information such as where children are transported from and to. .1723(5) 1876 The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current. The EPR Plan was not updated/reviewed annually as required. The last update was on 4/18/25. .1714(e ) 2030 Operator did not provide a written statement to parents regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction. Some children's files did not contain the parent's acknowledgement of the smoking and tobacco restriction policy. .1719(a)(11) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by May 26, 2026. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that activity plans should be dated. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. Cagle that her license is for serving children ages 0-12 and that a child 13 years of age may not be in her family childcare home. There was not a child present today, but the conversation came up when discussing enrollment. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Ebony Duncan, Supervisor at ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0043. Thank you. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/20/2026 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 1/20/2026 Age: From 7 To 7 Total Minutes: 170 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules. This family childcare home has a three-star rated license and the compliance history percentage prior to this visit was 92%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I stated the reason for my visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. An attempted visit was conducted on 1/6/26. The following was monitored during this visit: supervision, capacity, safety, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, discipline and storage of hazardous products and medications. There was one (1) child present during the visit. I observed the child engaged in story time and handwashing procedures. The child was school age and the child care consultant discovered during the visit that the child was not enrolled in the family childcare home but was a relative of the operator’s who had stayed overnight. Medication is not currently administered at this family childcare home. There are seven (7) children enrolled in this family child care home. Ms. Cagle’s certifications for CPR and first aid are current and expire 12/2026. ITS-SIDS is valid through 2/2026. The operator’s qualification letter is valid expired 10/2025. Ms. Cagle shared documentation where the CBC renewal process began 3/28/25. Ms. Cagle did not complete the process. I shared that she would need to complete the criminal background check process and obtain a valid qualification letter within 15 business days to avoid being placed on inactive status. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 709 Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate. The cover for the outdoor fire pit was broken and had jagged edges. 10 A NCAC 09.1720(a)(7) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. Current activity plans were not available for review. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Prior to expiring, the qualification letter for B. Cagle was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter for the B. Cagle expired 10/2025. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1970 School-age children were not offered a balance of activities appropriate to their age, needs and interests. A variety of age appropriate materials were not available for school-age children. .1718(a )(10) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Screen time was not documented for all children who participate in screen time while in care. .1718(b)(3) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by February 3, 2026. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the pathway choices with Ms. Cagle. A copy of the QRIS conversation form was provided during the visit. Hard copies of the RL application and supporting documents were provided during the visit. • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that qualification letters/CBC process is completed every 5 years and she must obtain the valid qualification letter by February 10, 2026 in order to avoid being placed on inactive status. • During the visit, I showed Ms. Cagle how to access the WORKS site. • During the visit, Ms. Cagle asked if funds were available to assist with water testings that she had completed. I discussed the Clean Water for Carolina Kids and recommended that she contact a representative to inquire about reimbursement. • During the visit, I provided a copy of the NC Foundation for Early Learning book for Ms. Cagle to use to assist with activity planning. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at Stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S.110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 1/20/2026 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 1/20/2026 Age: From 7 To 7 Total Minutes: 170 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care rules. This family childcare home has a three-star rated license and the compliance history percentage prior to this visit was 92%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I stated the reason for my visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. An attempted visit was conducted on 1/6/26. The following was monitored during this visit: supervision, capacity, safety, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, discipline and storage of hazardous products and medications. There was one (1) child present during the visit. I observed the child engaged in story time and handwashing procedures. The child was school age and the child care consultant discovered during the visit that the child was not enrolled in the family childcare home but was a relative of the operator’s who had stayed overnight. Medication is not currently administered at this family childcare home. There are seven (7) children enrolled in this family child care home. Ms. Cagle’s certifications for CPR and first aid are current and expire 12/2026. ITS-SIDS is valid through 2/2026. The operator’s qualification letter is valid expired 10/2025. Ms. Cagle shared documentation where the CBC renewal process began 3/28/25. Ms. Cagle did not complete the process. I shared that she would need to complete the criminal background check process and obtain a valid qualification letter within 15 business days to avoid being placed on inactive status. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 709 Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate. The cover for the outdoor fire pit was broken and had jagged edges. 10 A NCAC 09.1720(a)(7) 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. Current activity plans were not available for review. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). Prior to expiring, the qualification letter for B. Cagle was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The qualification letter for the B. Cagle expired 10/2025. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1970 School-age children were not offered a balance of activities appropriate to their age, needs and interests. A variety of age appropriate materials were not available for school-age children. .1718(a )(10) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Screen time was not documented for all children who participate in screen time while in care. .1718(b)(3) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by February 3, 2026. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the pathway choices with Ms. Cagle. A copy of the QRIS conversation form was provided during the visit. Hard copies of the RL application and supporting documents were provided during the visit. • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that qualification letters/CBC process is completed every 5 years and she must obtain the valid qualification letter by February 10, 2026 in order to avoid being placed on inactive status. • During the visit, I showed Ms. Cagle how to access the WORKS site. • During the visit, Ms. Cagle asked if funds were available to assist with water testings that she had completed. I discussed the Clean Water for Carolina Kids and recommended that she contact a representative to inquire about reimbursement. • During the visit, I provided a copy of the NC Foundation for Early Learning book for Ms. Cagle to use to assist with activity planning. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at Stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: ALIVIA'S PLAYHOUSE HOME DAYCARE Facility ID: 84000290 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 5/30/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 5/30/2024 Age: From 2 To 11 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:35 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 5/24/23. The compliance history percentage for this family childcare home is 92% for the previous 18-month period. This family childcare home currently holds a 3-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Bridget Cagle, owner/operator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Cagle assisted me with today’s visit. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, capacity, group size, indoor/outdoor spaces, safety, program records and permit requirements. Observations: Four (4) children were present during the visit. The children were engaged in arrival, handwashing procedures, breakfast and table activities. Positive interactions were observed between the operator and children. Transportation is currently not provided at this family childcare home. Medication is not being administered. Fifteen (15) children are enrolled in the family childcare home. There were three (3) new children enrolled since the last AC visit. The three (3) children’s files were reviewed for compliance with the NC Childcare Rules. The operator’s file was monitored as well. Ms. Cagle shared that she does not exceed her maximum number of eight (8) children at any time. She further shared that parents must contact her to see if she has availability before their children can attend. A resident in the home, A.D., who is sixteen (16) years of age, did not complete the required criminal background check process nor obtain a valid qualifying letter. I shared with Ms. Cagle that at the end of today, 5/30/24, she must stop operation until the valid qualifying letter is obtained for A.D. I further shared with Ms. Cagle that effective, tomorrow, 5/31/24, this family childcare home will be placed on inactive status until the requirement is met. I asked Ms. Cagle if she had any questions and she replied that she did not have any questions. The family childcare home’s EPR plan was reviewed and last updated on May 27, 2023. The following documents were given to you and completed during the visit: -VERIFICATION OF REQUIRED INFORMATION FOR OPERATOR AND ADDITIONAL CAREGIVERS. -The OPERATOR’S STATEMENTS OF RESPONSIBILITY. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary was given to you along with a copy of the enrollment/staff/child worksheet and the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Family Child Care Homes”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Cagle at the end of the visit and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. Resident A.D. did not have a valid qualifying letter as required. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) 1846 An individual over the age of 15, who resides in a family child care home or a center located in a residence on a permanent or temporary basis, or those who had their 16th birthday after the initial licensing of a family child care home; did not complete and submit required forms within five business days. Resident, A.D.did not complete the required forms within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(q) 2003 Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings. A child's off-premise permission form was not signed by the parent. .1723(15)(a ) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email or mail by June 13, 2024. If applicable, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 A follow-up visit may occur in the near future to monitor for compliance with NC Child Care Rules. Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that any one residing in her home who is over 15 years of age must obtain a qualifying letter within 5 days after his/her 16th birthday. • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Cagle that her family childcare home is in cohort #3. Her prep year is from 7/1/25-6/30/26 and the reassessment year will be from 7/1/26-6/30/27. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. Cagle the water testing requirements to be completed before or by January 1, 2025 and assistance provided by Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina. Ms. Cagle shared that she has started the process but the link to the webinar did not work and she has not received the test kits yet. I recommended that she contact a representative for assistance. • During the visit, Ms. Cagle asked about how long records should be kept on file. Please reference rule .1721 on pages 64-66. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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