Miss Ashley'S Enrichment Academy

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: Miss Ashley's Enrichment Academy Facility ID: 76000521 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/7/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 1/7/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used today to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. This is the center’s first annual compliance visit. Currently this program operates with a three (3) star rated license issued 7/16/25. The facility earned one (1) point in staff education, six (6) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Ashely Hedrick, assisted me today. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 8/12/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 13 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 6/2/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, and routine care activities. The facility provides transportation for school-age children. A Ford passenger van LDJ 9699 is used. The vehicle was on site an monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The outdoor area had many pieces of broken glass, limbs, and large piles of leaves. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The two rear tires on the Ford van used to transport children did not meet the required tread depth. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Three children transported did not have a photograph attached to emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training for D. Dodgion was older than twelve months on date of hire. The training for N. Brown was due by 12/2/25 and was completed 12/31/25. .1102(g) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Hedrick. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/21/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION The vehicle inspection is due by 1/31/26. Staff member R. Trogdon can only work in the kitchen or provide coverage while children are resting until she completes her GED. Large areas of leaves on the outdoor play area can create places for snakes, insects, and rodents. The play area must be kept clear of leaves and limbs. Staff should check the area prior to children’s use daily for any debris. We reviewed the staff/training worksheets today for the upcoming due dates for trainings for staff. Head Start plans to open the two new classrooms by February. I must have an updated building inspection and floor plan. The two new rooms on the floor plan must be initialed and dated by the inspector. I must also have a sanitation and fire inspection for the two new spaces. These must be received and approved prior to serving children. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab *QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkis@dhhs.nc.gov. 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

10A NCAC 09 .1002 · Violation

Name of Operation: Miss Ashley's Enrichment Academy Facility ID: 76000521 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/7/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 1/7/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used today to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. This is the center’s first annual compliance visit. Currently this program operates with a three (3) star rated license issued 7/16/25. The facility earned one (1) point in staff education, six (6) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Ashely Hedrick, assisted me today. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 8/12/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 13 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 6/2/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, and routine care activities. The facility provides transportation for school-age children. A Ford passenger van LDJ 9699 is used. The vehicle was on site an monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The outdoor area had many pieces of broken glass, limbs, and large piles of leaves. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The two rear tires on the Ford van used to transport children did not meet the required tread depth. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Three children transported did not have a photograph attached to emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training for D. Dodgion was older than twelve months on date of hire. The training for N. Brown was due by 12/2/25 and was completed 12/31/25. .1102(g) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Hedrick. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/21/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION The vehicle inspection is due by 1/31/26. Staff member R. Trogdon can only work in the kitchen or provide coverage while children are resting until she completes her GED. Large areas of leaves on the outdoor play area can create places for snakes, insects, and rodents. The play area must be kept clear of leaves and limbs. Staff should check the area prior to children’s use daily for any debris. We reviewed the staff/training worksheets today for the upcoming due dates for trainings for staff. Head Start plans to open the two new classrooms by February. I must have an updated building inspection and floor plan. The two new rooms on the floor plan must be initialed and dated by the inspector. I must also have a sanitation and fire inspection for the two new spaces. These must be received and approved prior to serving children. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab *QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkis@dhhs.nc.gov. 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

10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: Miss Ashley's Enrichment Academy Facility ID: 76000521 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/7/2026 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 1/7/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used today to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. This is the center’s first annual compliance visit. Currently this program operates with a three (3) star rated license issued 7/16/25. The facility earned one (1) point in staff education, six (6) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point for programmatic options met. The center director, Ashely Hedrick, assisted me today. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 8/12/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 13 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 6/2/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, playing outside, and routine care activities. The facility provides transportation for school-age children. A Ford passenger van LDJ 9699 is used. The vehicle was on site an monitored today. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The outdoor area had many pieces of broken glass, limbs, and large piles of leaves. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The two rear tires on the Ford van used to transport children did not meet the required tread depth. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Three children transported did not have a photograph attached to emergency information. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. The training for D. Dodgion was older than twelve months on date of hire. The training for N. Brown was due by 12/2/25 and was completed 12/31/25. .1102(g) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Hedrick. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/21/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION The vehicle inspection is due by 1/31/26. Staff member R. Trogdon can only work in the kitchen or provide coverage while children are resting until she completes her GED. Large areas of leaves on the outdoor play area can create places for snakes, insects, and rodents. The play area must be kept clear of leaves and limbs. Staff should check the area prior to children’s use daily for any debris. We reviewed the staff/training worksheets today for the upcoming due dates for trainings for staff. Head Start plans to open the two new classrooms by February. I must have an updated building inspection and floor plan. The two new rooms on the floor plan must be initialed and dated by the inspector. I must also have a sanitation and fire inspection for the two new spaces. These must be received and approved prior to serving children. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab *QRIS Updates If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkis@dhhs.nc.gov. 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

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: Miss Ashley's Enrichment Academy Facility ID: 76000521 Consultant: MARCIA HUMPHREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit has been to complete the second temporary time period visit for this childcare center. When I arrived, I was greeted by the center director, Ms. Ashley Hedrick. I explained the purpose of my visit. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the facility with the center director. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 3/11/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 15 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/18/24 and was approved for day-time care only. The fire drill was last completed on 3/31/25. The Shelter-in-place has not been completed at this time but the center director stated she would get one completed before the end of this month. Lastly the outdoor play inspection was last completed on 3/31/25. During today’s visit, the children were observed in group time activity with their caregivers, eating lunch plating outside or preparing for rest time. The facility does transport children and everything was observed in compliance to the NC Child Care Transportation Rules. The vehicle currently approved is a Ford 15 passenger van LDJ-9699 tags expire 1/26. The following items were observed in compliance during today’s visit: license posted, summary of law posted, staff: child ratio posted and observed in compliance, supervision, sign in/out sheets current, attendance taken daily, daily schedule posted and menus posted. All employee's files were reviewed today. In addition, 10 percent of children files were reviewed based on the number of children present in care. The temporary license was issued 1/15/25 and expires 7/15/25. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. This was not available for review in Space B (infant and young toddler classroom) and Space E (school age classroom). GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 535 Any excess formula, thawed human milk and/or bottled beverage were not discarded or returned home at the end of each day. In Space B there was a bottle not discarded or returned with a date of 4/16/25. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). This was not posted for review for one child in care. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) Ms. Ashley was provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with the center director. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or 5/8/25. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All requested documentation must accompany the Corrective Action Letter. The letter can be emailed to marcia.humphrey@dhhs.nc.gov. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: I discussed with Ms. Hedrick the importance of making sure all bottles have been discarded or returned back to the child's parent or guardian after use for the day. In addition, any child under fifteen months will need to have a completed feeding schedule and this will need to be posted in the classroom. Lastly, I discussed the importance of making sure activity plans are posted and available for review. RATED LICENSE APPLICATION INFORMATION Today I reviewed the process for completing the Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) with Ms. Hedrick. An (ERS) Assessment Request form was completed by Ms. Hedrick (a copy was given to her) during today’s visit. I suggested that her employee's take time and review the new Rated License Assessment books, which the center director showed me during today's visit. The quality point sheet was reviewed and left with Ms. Hedrick during today's visit. I informed her that she can only choose one quality point option. Once you have achieved a full six (6) months of operation, your program will be eligible for a Voluntary Enhanced Rated License. The award of this Rated License will occur at the end of the 6-month Temporary License Time Period. 1) Please go to the NCRLAP website, www.ncrlap.org, to learn more about the Environmental Rating Scale Process. 2) Please ensure that all new staff member’s education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment before the end of the temporary time period. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further assistance, I can be reached via email at marcia.humphreyr@dhhs.nc.gov. In addition my Licensing Supervisor, Kaye Adkins can be reached by email at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Miss Ashley's Enrichment Academy Facility ID: 76000521 Consultant: MARCIA HUMPHREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/24/2025 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 4/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit has been to complete the second temporary time period visit for this childcare center. When I arrived, I was greeted by the center director, Ms. Ashley Hedrick. I explained the purpose of my visit. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the facility with the center director. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 3/11/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 15 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted 11/18/24 and was approved for day-time care only. The fire drill was last completed on 3/31/25. The Shelter-in-place has not been completed at this time but the center director stated she would get one completed before the end of this month. Lastly the outdoor play inspection was last completed on 3/31/25. During today’s visit, the children were observed in group time activity with their caregivers, eating lunch plating outside or preparing for rest time. The facility does transport children and everything was observed in compliance to the NC Child Care Transportation Rules. The vehicle currently approved is a Ford 15 passenger van LDJ-9699 tags expire 1/26. The following items were observed in compliance during today’s visit: license posted, summary of law posted, staff: child ratio posted and observed in compliance, supervision, sign in/out sheets current, attendance taken daily, daily schedule posted and menus posted. All employee's files were reviewed today. In addition, 10 percent of children files were reviewed based on the number of children present in care. The temporary license was issued 1/15/25 and expires 7/15/25. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. This was not available for review in Space B (infant and young toddler classroom) and Space E (school age classroom). GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 535 Any excess formula, thawed human milk and/or bottled beverage were not discarded or returned home at the end of each day. In Space B there was a bottle not discarded or returned with a date of 4/16/25. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). This was not posted for review for one child in care. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) Ms. Ashley was provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with the center director. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or 5/8/25. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All requested documentation must accompany the Corrective Action Letter. The letter can be emailed to marcia.humphrey@dhhs.nc.gov. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: I discussed with Ms. Hedrick the importance of making sure all bottles have been discarded or returned back to the child's parent or guardian after use for the day. In addition, any child under fifteen months will need to have a completed feeding schedule and this will need to be posted in the classroom. Lastly, I discussed the importance of making sure activity plans are posted and available for review. RATED LICENSE APPLICATION INFORMATION Today I reviewed the process for completing the Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) with Ms. Hedrick. An (ERS) Assessment Request form was completed by Ms. Hedrick (a copy was given to her) during today’s visit. I suggested that her employee's take time and review the new Rated License Assessment books, which the center director showed me during today's visit. The quality point sheet was reviewed and left with Ms. Hedrick during today's visit. I informed her that she can only choose one quality point option. Once you have achieved a full six (6) months of operation, your program will be eligible for a Voluntary Enhanced Rated License. The award of this Rated License will occur at the end of the 6-month Temporary License Time Period. 1) Please go to the NCRLAP website, www.ncrlap.org, to learn more about the Environmental Rating Scale Process. 2) Please ensure that all new staff member’s education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment before the end of the temporary time period. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions or need further assistance, I can be reached via email at marcia.humphreyr@dhhs.nc.gov. In addition my Licensing Supervisor, Kaye Adkins can be reached by email at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov 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