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10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 229 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), Bldg#1 capacity-75, Bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in Bldg#2. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 8, 2026, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC, was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, group time, outdoor play, free play, lunch, and nap during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on March 25, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on February 20, 2026. The last fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 14, 2026. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You completed an asbestos inspection report on September 19, 2025, and on-site inspection. No asbestos hazards were identified. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint testing. Please log onto your facility’s Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids account and complete lead-based paint testing immediately. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In Space #7, two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the infant’s name or the date, and two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #1a/b, two (2) outlets on a surge protector on the shelf to the right of the printer were not covered with safety plugs. In Space #4, one (1) outlet on an extension cord on the shelf above the mini refrigerator was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1a/b, one (1) bottle of Essie Nail Lacquer, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked center drawer of the teacher’s desk, accessible to children. .2820(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The most recent staff development plan and annual staff evaluation on file for staff members employed on July 21, 2008, February 28, 2011, May 21, 2013, December 4, 2021, November 6, 2023, September 10, 2021, July 13, 2015, November 8, 2010, August 13, 2012, June 11, 2014, June 11, 2014, April 16, 2012, February 21, 2012, November 30, 2020, July 6, 2023, May 6, 2021, and November 1, 2023, were all dated November 7, 2024. One (1) staff member, employed on February 10, 2025, and one (1) staff member, employed on February 19, 2025, did not have a staff development plan or annual staff evaluation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 20, 2023, was most recently updated on October 4, 2024. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on August 15, 2022, was most recently updated on December 4, 2024. The seizure medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 9, 2024. The asthma medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on September 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 6, 2024. .0801(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 22, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 84%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home must be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages must be sent home with the child whose name is on the label or discarded at the end of each day. Formula and other beverages that require refrigeration, baby food that has been opened, and human milk must be labeled with the name of the child to whom the beverage, baby food, or milk belongs and shall be refrigerated at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Frozen human milk may be stored frozen for three months. Any frozen human milk stored beyond seven days must be stored in the freezer compartment of a full-size refrigerator that has a separate door to the freezer, in a chest freezer, or in an upright deep freezer. In addition, frozen human milk must be labeled with the date that it is thawed for use. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed shall be refrigerated and stored for no more than 24 hours from when it was thawed. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed may not be refrozen for storage at the child care center. I suggested you remind parents of children enrolled in the room for infants that they must place labels with the child’s name and the date the bottle was prepared on bottles or sippy cups prior to bringing them to the facility. I also suggested you review this information with staff members assigned to the room for infants to ensure all bottles and sippy cups are labeled correctly prior to being brought into the facility. Additionally, I suggested that you remind staff and parents of children enrolled in the infant classroom that bottles must be returned home or discarded at the end of the day, and that labels with previous dates listed on them may not be reused. Glass bottles are a hazard as they can shatter or break. I suggested you remind staff to be extra cautious when using glass bottles. Per Caring for Our Children, it is suggested that a silicone sleeve or bottle jacket is used when using glass bottles. I also suggest you create a policy regarding the use of glass in classrooms with children. 2. Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented on a fire drill log. I suggested you set a reminder on your calendar and/or conduct fire drills on the same day as monthly playground inspections to ensure the drills are conducted at least once per month, as required. I also suggested that you immediately document the drill on the fire drill log after the drill is conducted. Fire drills should be conducted at different times each month for each group of children. As a reminder, the alarm system must be used when conducting the drill. 3. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that staff members conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. Staff members should also scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. Outlet covers were obtained and placed in uncovered outlets during the visit. 4. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you have staff members check the classrooms thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. The nail lacquer was removed and placed in locked storage during the visit. You stated all hazardous products will be kept in the locked cabinet to the right of the teacher’s desk. 5. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. I provided you with the individual continuous quality improvement plan to be used for the professional development plan via email during the visit. 6. For any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services, a medical action plan must be attached to the application. The medical action plan is to be completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and may include the following: a list of the child's diagnosis or diagnoses including dietary, environmental, and activity considerations that are applicable; contact information for the child's health care professional(s); medications to be administered on a scheduled basis; and medications to be administered on an emergency basis with symptoms, and instructions. The medical action plan is to be updated on an annual basis and when changes to the plan are made by the child's parent or health care professional. I provided you with sample medical action plans specific to asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures via email during today’s visit. These forms can also be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. I reminded you that a medication for a chronic illness should not be accepted by the facility without an accompanying medical action plan. I suggested you have parents bring all new emergency medications into the office to be reviewed to ensure all information is accurate and complete prior to taking them to the classrooms. In addition to attaching a copy of the medical action plan to the child’s application, I also suggested you keep a copy of the medical action plans with the medications to ensure the correct response and care is given to any emergent situations. I suggested you review all medical action plans for children diagnosed with chronic illnesses at least once every six (6) months to ensure information on the medical action plan is current and accurate. I suggested you have the parents of each child with a medical action plan on file review this information each time a permission to administer medication form is submitted (every six months). Consultation: You stated you plan to maintain your one (1) star license and do not plan to apply for a two (2) through five (5) star rated license. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 229 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), Bldg#1 capacity-75, Bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in Bldg#2. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 8, 2026, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC, was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, group time, outdoor play, free play, lunch, and nap during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on March 25, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on February 20, 2026. The last fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 14, 2026. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You completed an asbestos inspection report on September 19, 2025, and on-site inspection. No asbestos hazards were identified. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint testing. Please log onto your facility’s Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids account and complete lead-based paint testing immediately. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In Space #7, two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the infant’s name or the date, and two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #1a/b, two (2) outlets on a surge protector on the shelf to the right of the printer were not covered with safety plugs. In Space #4, one (1) outlet on an extension cord on the shelf above the mini refrigerator was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1a/b, one (1) bottle of Essie Nail Lacquer, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked center drawer of the teacher’s desk, accessible to children. .2820(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The most recent staff development plan and annual staff evaluation on file for staff members employed on July 21, 2008, February 28, 2011, May 21, 2013, December 4, 2021, November 6, 2023, September 10, 2021, July 13, 2015, November 8, 2010, August 13, 2012, June 11, 2014, June 11, 2014, April 16, 2012, February 21, 2012, November 30, 2020, July 6, 2023, May 6, 2021, and November 1, 2023, were all dated November 7, 2024. One (1) staff member, employed on February 10, 2025, and one (1) staff member, employed on February 19, 2025, did not have a staff development plan or annual staff evaluation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 20, 2023, was most recently updated on October 4, 2024. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on August 15, 2022, was most recently updated on December 4, 2024. The seizure medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 9, 2024. The asthma medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on September 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 6, 2024. .0801(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 22, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 84%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home must be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages must be sent home with the child whose name is on the label or discarded at the end of each day. Formula and other beverages that require refrigeration, baby food that has been opened, and human milk must be labeled with the name of the child to whom the beverage, baby food, or milk belongs and shall be refrigerated at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Frozen human milk may be stored frozen for three months. Any frozen human milk stored beyond seven days must be stored in the freezer compartment of a full-size refrigerator that has a separate door to the freezer, in a chest freezer, or in an upright deep freezer. In addition, frozen human milk must be labeled with the date that it is thawed for use. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed shall be refrigerated and stored for no more than 24 hours from when it was thawed. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed may not be refrozen for storage at the child care center. I suggested you remind parents of children enrolled in the room for infants that they must place labels with the child’s name and the date the bottle was prepared on bottles or sippy cups prior to bringing them to the facility. I also suggested you review this information with staff members assigned to the room for infants to ensure all bottles and sippy cups are labeled correctly prior to being brought into the facility. Additionally, I suggested that you remind staff and parents of children enrolled in the infant classroom that bottles must be returned home or discarded at the end of the day, and that labels with previous dates listed on them may not be reused. Glass bottles are a hazard as they can shatter or break. I suggested you remind staff to be extra cautious when using glass bottles. Per Caring for Our Children, it is suggested that a silicone sleeve or bottle jacket is used when using glass bottles. I also suggest you create a policy regarding the use of glass in classrooms with children. 2. Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented on a fire drill log. I suggested you set a reminder on your calendar and/or conduct fire drills on the same day as monthly playground inspections to ensure the drills are conducted at least once per month, as required. I also suggested that you immediately document the drill on the fire drill log after the drill is conducted. Fire drills should be conducted at different times each month for each group of children. As a reminder, the alarm system must be used when conducting the drill. 3. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that staff members conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. Staff members should also scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. Outlet covers were obtained and placed in uncovered outlets during the visit. 4. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you have staff members check the classrooms thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. The nail lacquer was removed and placed in locked storage during the visit. You stated all hazardous products will be kept in the locked cabinet to the right of the teacher’s desk. 5. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. I provided you with the individual continuous quality improvement plan to be used for the professional development plan via email during the visit. 6. For any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services, a medical action plan must be attached to the application. The medical action plan is to be completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and may include the following: a list of the child's diagnosis or diagnoses including dietary, environmental, and activity considerations that are applicable; contact information for the child's health care professional(s); medications to be administered on a scheduled basis; and medications to be administered on an emergency basis with symptoms, and instructions. The medical action plan is to be updated on an annual basis and when changes to the plan are made by the child's parent or health care professional. I provided you with sample medical action plans specific to asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures via email during today’s visit. These forms can also be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. I reminded you that a medication for a chronic illness should not be accepted by the facility without an accompanying medical action plan. I suggested you have parents bring all new emergency medications into the office to be reviewed to ensure all information is accurate and complete prior to taking them to the classrooms. In addition to attaching a copy of the medical action plan to the child’s application, I also suggested you keep a copy of the medical action plans with the medications to ensure the correct response and care is given to any emergent situations. I suggested you review all medical action plans for children diagnosed with chronic illnesses at least once every six (6) months to ensure information on the medical action plan is current and accurate. I suggested you have the parents of each child with a medical action plan on file review this information each time a permission to administer medication form is submitted (every six months). Consultation: You stated you plan to maintain your one (1) star license and do not plan to apply for a two (2) through five (5) star rated license. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 229 Time In: 08:36 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), Bldg#1 capacity-75, Bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in Bldg#2. The Secretary of State website was checked on April 8, 2026, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC, was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, group time, outdoor play, free play, lunch, and nap during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on March 25, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with zero (0) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on February 20, 2026. The last fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 14, 2026. The last playground inspection was conducted on March 31, 2026. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You completed an asbestos inspection report on September 19, 2025, and on-site inspection. No asbestos hazards were identified. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint testing. Please log onto your facility’s Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids account and complete lead-based paint testing immediately. Nine (9) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. One (1) new staff file and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In Space #7, two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the infant’s name or the date, and two (2) bottles containing human milk or formula were not labeled with the date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on February 27, 2026. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #1a/b, two (2) outlets on a surge protector on the shelf to the right of the printer were not covered with safety plugs. In Space #4, one (1) outlet on an extension cord on the shelf above the mini refrigerator was not covered with a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Space #1a/b, one (1) bottle of Essie Nail Lacquer, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked center drawer of the teacher’s desk, accessible to children. .2820(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. The most recent staff development plan and annual staff evaluation on file for staff members employed on July 21, 2008, February 28, 2011, May 21, 2013, December 4, 2021, November 6, 2023, September 10, 2021, July 13, 2015, November 8, 2010, August 13, 2012, June 11, 2014, June 11, 2014, April 16, 2012, February 21, 2012, November 30, 2020, July 6, 2023, May 6, 2021, and November 1, 2023, were all dated November 7, 2024. One (1) staff member, employed on February 10, 2025, and one (1) staff member, employed on February 19, 2025, did not have a staff development plan or annual staff evaluation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 20, 2023, was most recently updated on October 4, 2024. The allergy medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on August 15, 2022, was most recently updated on December 4, 2024. The seizure medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 9, 2024. The asthma medical action plan on file for one (1) child, enrolled on September 1, 2022, was most recently updated on December 6, 2024. .0801(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 22, 2026, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 84%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home must be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages must be sent home with the child whose name is on the label or discarded at the end of each day. Formula and other beverages that require refrigeration, baby food that has been opened, and human milk must be labeled with the name of the child to whom the beverage, baby food, or milk belongs and shall be refrigerated at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Frozen human milk may be stored frozen for three months. Any frozen human milk stored beyond seven days must be stored in the freezer compartment of a full-size refrigerator that has a separate door to the freezer, in a chest freezer, or in an upright deep freezer. In addition, frozen human milk must be labeled with the date that it is thawed for use. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed shall be refrigerated and stored for no more than 24 hours from when it was thawed. Human milk that was previously frozen and has been thawed may not be refrozen for storage at the child care center. I suggested you remind parents of children enrolled in the room for infants that they must place labels with the child’s name and the date the bottle was prepared on bottles or sippy cups prior to bringing them to the facility. I also suggested you review this information with staff members assigned to the room for infants to ensure all bottles and sippy cups are labeled correctly prior to being brought into the facility. Additionally, I suggested that you remind staff and parents of children enrolled in the infant classroom that bottles must be returned home or discarded at the end of the day, and that labels with previous dates listed on them may not be reused. Glass bottles are a hazard as they can shatter or break. I suggested you remind staff to be extra cautious when using glass bottles. Per Caring for Our Children, it is suggested that a silicone sleeve or bottle jacket is used when using glass bottles. I also suggest you create a policy regarding the use of glass in classrooms with children. 2. Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented on a fire drill log. I suggested you set a reminder on your calendar and/or conduct fire drills on the same day as monthly playground inspections to ensure the drills are conducted at least once per month, as required. I also suggested that you immediately document the drill on the fire drill log after the drill is conducted. Fire drills should be conducted at different times each month for each group of children. As a reminder, the alarm system must be used when conducting the drill. 3. All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with outlet covers at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. I suggested that staff members conduct a daily safety check prior to children arriving each day to include ensuring all electrical outlets are covered. Staff members should also scan outlets throughout the day to ensure they remain covered. I suggested you keep extra outlet covers in each classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered at all times when not in use. Outlet covers were obtained and placed in uncovered outlets during the visit. 4. All hazardous items with multiple warnings and items in aerosol containers must be kept in locked storage. Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” with no other warnings may be stored five (5) feet off the ground. I suggested you have staff members check the classrooms thoroughly each morning, prior to children arriving, to ensure all items are stored properly. I also suggested you review this information with all staff members to ensure they can understand which items need to be locked based on warning labels. The nail lacquer was removed and placed in locked storage during the visit. You stated all hazardous products will be kept in the locked cabinet to the right of the teacher’s desk. 5. All employees must have an Annual Staff Evaluation and Staff Development Plan on file. I suggested you set a date each year to ensure staff evaluations and staff development plans are completed in a timely manner. I also suggested you create a document to track staff evaluations and staff development plans to ensure they are conducted at least annually. I provided you with the individual continuous quality improvement plan to be used for the professional development plan via email during the visit. 6. For any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services, a medical action plan must be attached to the application. The medical action plan is to be completed by the child's parent or a health care professional and may include the following: a list of the child's diagnosis or diagnoses including dietary, environmental, and activity considerations that are applicable; contact information for the child's health care professional(s); medications to be administered on a scheduled basis; and medications to be administered on an emergency basis with symptoms, and instructions. The medical action plan is to be updated on an annual basis and when changes to the plan are made by the child's parent or health care professional. I provided you with sample medical action plans specific to asthma, allergies, diabetes, and seizures via email during today’s visit. These forms can also be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. I reminded you that a medication for a chronic illness should not be accepted by the facility without an accompanying medical action plan. I suggested you have parents bring all new emergency medications into the office to be reviewed to ensure all information is accurate and complete prior to taking them to the classrooms. In addition to attaching a copy of the medical action plan to the child’s application, I also suggested you keep a copy of the medical action plans with the medications to ensure the correct response and care is given to any emergent situations. I suggested you review all medical action plans for children diagnosed with chronic illnesses at least once every six (6) months to ensure information on the medical action plan is current and accurate. I suggested you have the parents of each child with a medical action plan on file review this information each time a permission to administer medication form is submitted (every six months). Consultation: You stated you plan to maintain your one (1) star license and do not plan to apply for a two (2) through five (5) star rated license. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 11/18/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 136 Time In: 07:34 AM Time Out: 09:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), bldg #1 capacity-75, bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in bldg. #2. I attempted to check the Secretary of State website on November 18, 2025; however, the site was not functioning. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 13, 2025. A “provisional” classification was issued with eight (8) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 27, 2025. The most recent fire drill was conducted on October 10, 2025, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on September 17, 2025, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on September 30, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. Your facility completed the asbestos testing and received results of the testing on September 19, 2025, indicating no asbestos hazards identified. Per the facility data on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, your facility has not completed lead-based paint testing. Please log into the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website to complete the training and testing steps for lead-based paint. I reviewed the ABCMS provider portal for your facility during the visit. Eight (8) current staff members are entered. You stated you have completed the Moodle Training for the ABCMS Provider Portal and have been unable to get staff members who had an existing qualifying letter entered into the portal. I provided you with the ABCMS Provider Portal Access Guide via email during the visit. Information in the ABCMS Provider Portal should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, breakfast, group time, free play, and outdoor play during the visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. No new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In Space #7, one (1) bottle of Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension, one (1) bottle of Infant’s Tylenol, one (1) bottle of Equate Acetaminophen, and one (1) bottle of prescription Ondansetron were in an unlocked box on the shelf above the diaper changing surface. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was conducted on September 30, 2025, .0605(q) You provided me with a compliance letter during the visit. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 85%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Medications including prescription and non-prescription items must be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and may not be stored above food. Designated emergency medications may be stored out of reach of children (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Non-prescription diaper creams and sunscreen may be kept out of reach of children when not in use (at least five feet from the ground), but are not required to be in locked storage. Teachers must keep any personal medications they bring into the facility in locked storage as well. I suggested you remind all staff members to keep lock boxes containing medications locked at all times to ensure proper storage. You reminded staff members to keep all lock boxes locked during the visit. The box was locked during the visit. 2. A monthly playground inspection must be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person must make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist is to be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and must be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. Continue to use the playground inspection checklist provided by DCDEE. This checklist may also be accessed through the following link: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/P/Playground_Inspection_Checklist.pdf?ver=CxfeyCmo15O0_ztbu2--ng%3d%3d. I suggested you plan to conduct the playground inspections on the same day fire drills are conducted to ensure a month does not get skipped. After completion of the inspection, I suggested you immediately complete the documentation of the check on the checklist and place the inspection checklist in your playground inspection folder to ensure it is on file and available for review at all times. Consultation We discussed the QRIS Modernization and the Pathway to the Stars. We reviewed all three (3) pathways, as well as the Family and Community Engagement Standards. I encouraged you to visit the QRIS Modernization website to review information regarding the changes to the rated license process. Information on the three (3) pathway options, as well as links to upcoming webinars may be found on the DCDEE QRIS Modernization website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. You stated you do not wish to apply for a two (2) through five (5) star rated license and will maintain your one (1) star license. I provided you with a copy of the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development Book during the visit. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/5/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 5/5/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:27 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), bldg #1 capacity-75, and bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in bldg. #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on May 5, 2025, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, free play, group time, nap, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 27, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on April 30, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 19, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on April 30, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You have not completed the process of lead-based paint or asbestos testing. Please visit Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to complete the training and submit information/samples for lead-based paint and asbestos testing as soon as possible. Eight (8) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Four (4) new staff files and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #1a/b and Space #4, there was no activity plan posted. In Space #5, the activity plan posted was for the week of April 28, 2025. In Space #7, the activity plan posted was not dated. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) staff member, employed on February 28, 2011, who was present and caring for infants during the visit, expired on January 28, 2011. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) additional staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, who works in the room for infants as a floater, expired on January 27, 2025. .1102(f) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space #5, attendance was not documented for May 2, 2025. GS 110-91(9) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #4, there were two (2) different medications (Mommy’s Bliss Organic Little Gums Soothing Massage Gel and Orajel Baby Cooling Gel for Teething) listed on one (1) permission to administer mediation form. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for name of medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Desitin Max Strength Paste. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for the name of the medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Aquaphor Healing Ointment Baby. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One (1) staff member, employed on July 21, 2008, and one (1) staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, did not complete all health and safety training topic areas within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 19, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All centers must have a current schedule and activity plan for each group of children posted for reference by parents and by caregivers. The schedule and activity plan may be combined in a single document. For each group of children in care, the activity plan must include activities intended to stimulate the following developmental domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, available on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_foundations.asp: emotional and social development; health and physical development; approaches to play and learning; language development and communication; and cognitive development. The activity plan must: identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, art and other creative play; children's books; blocks and block building; manipulatives; family living and dramatic play; and include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. I suggested you assist teachers in developing their daily schedules and activity plans to ensure all requirements are met. I also suggested you remind teachers that an activity plan and schedule must be posted at all times. Additionally, I suggested you have staff members post the following weeks’ activity plan at the end of the day on the previous Friday to ensure a current activity plan is posted. 2. In centers that are licensed to care for infants, the child care administrator and any child care provider scheduled to work in the infant room must complete ITS-SIDS training. ITS-SIDS training must be completed within two months of an individual assuming responsibilities in the infant room and every three years thereafter. At all times, one child care provider who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room while children are in care. A certificate of each staff member's completion of this course shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. I suggested you create a document to track ITS SIDS certification for all staff members who are required to maintain ITS SIDS Training. I also suggested you review the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston County’s Training Calendar at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/partnership-for-children-of-lincoln-amp-gaston-counties-45331112 for upcoming ITS SIDS training opportunities. Additionally, I suggested you use the staff file checklist found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab to ensure all required documentation is on file. You stated both staff members with expired ITS SIDS Training are scheduled to complete the training on May 13, 2025. The staff member caring for infants during the visit was not left alone with infants. I reminded you that no staff member could be left alone with infants without current ITS SIDS training. 3. Daily attendance must be maintained for each child every day. When a child is absent, they must be marked absent on the attendance sheet. I suggested you create a daily checklist for each classroom to ensure all required records are maintained. I also suggested you continue to keep the attendance sheets posted on the wall where it is easily seen to ensure staff members document attendance for each child each day. 4. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. A new Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form must be completed by the child’s guardian at least every six (6) months. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. A permission to administer medication form must be on file for each medication brought into the facility. I suggested that you have parents bring all new medications to the office to review the permission to administer medication forms prior to taking them to the classroom in which the child is enrolled to ensure they are filled out correctly and a permission o administer medication form is on file for each medication. All forms were updated by parents during today's visit. 5. Health and safety training must be completed as part of on-going training so that every five years, all of the topic areas set forth in 10A NCAC 09 .1102(b) will have been covered. I suggested you continue to use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of all health and safety trainings to ensure each topic area is completed at least once every five (5) years. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/5/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 5/5/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:27 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), bldg #1 capacity-75, and bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in bldg. #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on May 5, 2025, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, free play, group time, nap, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 27, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on April 30, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 19, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on April 30, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You have not completed the process of lead-based paint or asbestos testing. Please visit Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to complete the training and submit information/samples for lead-based paint and asbestos testing as soon as possible. Eight (8) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Four (4) new staff files and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #1a/b and Space #4, there was no activity plan posted. In Space #5, the activity plan posted was for the week of April 28, 2025. In Space #7, the activity plan posted was not dated. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) staff member, employed on February 28, 2011, who was present and caring for infants during the visit, expired on January 28, 2011. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) additional staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, who works in the room for infants as a floater, expired on January 27, 2025. .1102(f) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space #5, attendance was not documented for May 2, 2025. GS 110-91(9) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #4, there were two (2) different medications (Mommy’s Bliss Organic Little Gums Soothing Massage Gel and Orajel Baby Cooling Gel for Teething) listed on one (1) permission to administer mediation form. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for name of medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Desitin Max Strength Paste. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for the name of the medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Aquaphor Healing Ointment Baby. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One (1) staff member, employed on July 21, 2008, and one (1) staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, did not complete all health and safety training topic areas within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 19, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All centers must have a current schedule and activity plan for each group of children posted for reference by parents and by caregivers. The schedule and activity plan may be combined in a single document. For each group of children in care, the activity plan must include activities intended to stimulate the following developmental domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, available on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_foundations.asp: emotional and social development; health and physical development; approaches to play and learning; language development and communication; and cognitive development. The activity plan must: identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, art and other creative play; children's books; blocks and block building; manipulatives; family living and dramatic play; and include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. I suggested you assist teachers in developing their daily schedules and activity plans to ensure all requirements are met. I also suggested you remind teachers that an activity plan and schedule must be posted at all times. Additionally, I suggested you have staff members post the following weeks’ activity plan at the end of the day on the previous Friday to ensure a current activity plan is posted. 2. In centers that are licensed to care for infants, the child care administrator and any child care provider scheduled to work in the infant room must complete ITS-SIDS training. ITS-SIDS training must be completed within two months of an individual assuming responsibilities in the infant room and every three years thereafter. At all times, one child care provider who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room while children are in care. A certificate of each staff member's completion of this course shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. I suggested you create a document to track ITS SIDS certification for all staff members who are required to maintain ITS SIDS Training. I also suggested you review the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston County’s Training Calendar at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/partnership-for-children-of-lincoln-amp-gaston-counties-45331112 for upcoming ITS SIDS training opportunities. Additionally, I suggested you use the staff file checklist found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab to ensure all required documentation is on file. You stated both staff members with expired ITS SIDS Training are scheduled to complete the training on May 13, 2025. The staff member caring for infants during the visit was not left alone with infants. I reminded you that no staff member could be left alone with infants without current ITS SIDS training. 3. Daily attendance must be maintained for each child every day. When a child is absent, they must be marked absent on the attendance sheet. I suggested you create a daily checklist for each classroom to ensure all required records are maintained. I also suggested you continue to keep the attendance sheets posted on the wall where it is easily seen to ensure staff members document attendance for each child each day. 4. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. A new Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form must be completed by the child’s guardian at least every six (6) months. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. A permission to administer medication form must be on file for each medication brought into the facility. I suggested that you have parents bring all new medications to the office to review the permission to administer medication forms prior to taking them to the classroom in which the child is enrolled to ensure they are filled out correctly and a permission o administer medication form is on file for each medication. All forms were updated by parents during today's visit. 5. Health and safety training must be completed as part of on-going training so that every five years, all of the topic areas set forth in 10A NCAC 09 .1102(b) will have been covered. I suggested you continue to use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of all health and safety trainings to ensure each topic area is completed at least once every five (5) years. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/5/2025 Number Present: 51 Completed Date: 5/5/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 263 Time In: 09:27 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), bldg #1 capacity-75, and bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in bldg. #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on May 5, 2025, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, free play, group time, nap, and outdoor play during the visit. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 27, 2025. The last fire drill was conducted on April 30, 2025. The last emergency drill was conducted on March 19, 2025. The last playground inspection was conducted on April 30, 2025. You received the results of your most recent lead water testing showing no levels of lead above the allowed amount, on March 27, 2024. You have not completed the process of lead-based paint or asbestos testing. Please visit Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to complete the training and submit information/samples for lead-based paint and asbestos testing as soon as possible. Eight (8) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Four (4) new staff files and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #1a/b and Space #4, there was no activity plan posted. In Space #5, the activity plan posted was for the week of April 28, 2025. In Space #7, the activity plan posted was not dated. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) staff member, employed on February 28, 2011, who was present and caring for infants during the visit, expired on January 28, 2011. The ITS SIDS training for one (1) additional staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, who works in the room for infants as a floater, expired on January 27, 2025. .1102(f) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In Space #5, attendance was not documented for May 2, 2025. GS 110-91(9) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #4, there were two (2) different medications (Mommy’s Bliss Organic Little Gums Soothing Massage Gel and Orajel Baby Cooling Gel for Teething) listed on one (1) permission to administer mediation form. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for name of medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Desitin Max Strength Paste. In Space #4, “Diaper Cream” was listed for the name of the medication on the permission to administer medication form for one (1) tube of Aquaphor Healing Ointment Baby. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One (1) staff member, employed on July 21, 2008, and one (1) staff member, employed on May 21, 2013, did not complete all health and safety training topic areas within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. .1103(b) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before May 19, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. All centers must have a current schedule and activity plan for each group of children posted for reference by parents and by caregivers. The schedule and activity plan may be combined in a single document. For each group of children in care, the activity plan must include activities intended to stimulate the following developmental domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, available on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_foundations.asp: emotional and social development; health and physical development; approaches to play and learning; language development and communication; and cognitive development. The activity plan must: identify activities that allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of the group, or independent of the group; reflect that the children have four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors, if weather conditions permit, art and other creative play; children's books; blocks and block building; manipulatives; family living and dramatic play; and include a daily gross motor activity that may occur indoors or outdoors. I suggested you assist teachers in developing their daily schedules and activity plans to ensure all requirements are met. I also suggested you remind teachers that an activity plan and schedule must be posted at all times. Additionally, I suggested you have staff members post the following weeks’ activity plan at the end of the day on the previous Friday to ensure a current activity plan is posted. 2. In centers that are licensed to care for infants, the child care administrator and any child care provider scheduled to work in the infant room must complete ITS-SIDS training. ITS-SIDS training must be completed within two months of an individual assuming responsibilities in the infant room and every three years thereafter. At all times, one child care provider who has completed ITS-SIDS training shall be present in the infant room while children are in care. A certificate of each staff member's completion of this course shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. I suggested you create a document to track ITS SIDS certification for all staff members who are required to maintain ITS SIDS Training. I also suggested you review the Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston County’s Training Calendar at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/partnership-for-children-of-lincoln-amp-gaston-counties-45331112 for upcoming ITS SIDS training opportunities. Additionally, I suggested you use the staff file checklist found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab to ensure all required documentation is on file. You stated both staff members with expired ITS SIDS Training are scheduled to complete the training on May 13, 2025. The staff member caring for infants during the visit was not left alone with infants. I reminded you that no staff member could be left alone with infants without current ITS SIDS training. 3. Daily attendance must be maintained for each child every day. When a child is absent, they must be marked absent on the attendance sheet. I suggested you create a daily checklist for each classroom to ensure all required records are maintained. I also suggested you continue to keep the attendance sheets posted on the wall where it is easily seen to ensure staff members document attendance for each child each day. 4. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. A new Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form must be completed by the child’s guardian at least every six (6) months. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. A permission to administer medication form must be on file for each medication brought into the facility. I suggested that you have parents bring all new medications to the office to review the permission to administer medication forms prior to taking them to the classroom in which the child is enrolled to ensure they are filled out correctly and a permission o administer medication form is on file for each medication. All forms were updated by parents during today's visit. 5. Health and safety training must be completed as part of on-going training so that every five years, all of the topic areas set forth in 10A NCAC 09 .1102(b) will have been covered. I suggested you continue to use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of all health and safety trainings to ensure each topic area is completed at least once every five (5) years. Consultation: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2024 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 157 Time In: 10:48 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), bldg #1 capacity-75, bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in bldg. #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 4, 2024, and your business, Newbridge Children’s Academy, LLC, was active and not current. I discussed with you that per the NC Secretary of State website your LLC received a notice on Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution on September 16, 2024. Your annual report needs to be submitted to NC Secretary of State as required as soon as possible. I sent a copy of the Notice of Grounds for Administrative Dissolution via email during today's visit. An administrative action may be recommended if your LLC is dissolved. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on November 13, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with two (2) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 23, 2024. The most recent fire drill was conducted on November 26, 2024, the most recent emergency drill was conducted on September 26, 2024, and the most recent playground inspection was conducted on November 26, 2024. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in routines, lunch, group time, free play, nap and outdoor play during the visit. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training, and Criminal Background Checks. Two (2) new staff members were hired since the last visit. The following violations were observed/documented during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 1044 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 for the date of issuance). The current qualification letter, one (1) staff member, A. Johnson, employed on November 8, 2010, expired November 8, 2024. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member, employed on August 10, 2024, did not complete First Aid Training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) staff member, employed on August 10, 2024, did not complete CPR Training. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. There was no valid qualification letter on file for one (1) staff member, A. Johnson. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #5, there was no permission to administer medication form for one (1) container of Desitin Daily Defense Diaper Rash Cream. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 18, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit, and license ID number in the letter. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, it may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, an unannounced follow-up visit may be conducted. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Prior to the expiration date of a qualification letter, all child care providers must 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). I suggested you remind staff members two (2) months prior to expiration of their qualifying letter to complete request for an updated letter to ensure letters are updated and on file prior to their expiration. The staff member completed the application in their Criminal Background Check Portal during the visit. 2. All staff members must maintain active CPR/First Aid certification. New staff members have ninety (90) days from their date of hire to complete the training. For existing staff, I suggested you schedule classes two to four months prior to the current certifications’ expiration to ensure certification does not expire. You stated the staff member is scheduled to complete CPR/First Aid Training on December 18, 2024. 3. Standing permission to administer medications for chronic illnesses may be given for up to six (6) months. A new Permission to Administer Medication for Chronic Medical Conditions form must be completed by the child’s guardian at least every six (6) months. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. I suggested you have teachers check medications and permission forms at least once a month to ensure no medication or permission forms are expired. No medication should be accepted by the facility without an accompanying Permission to Administer Medication Form. 4. All staff members must have a valid and current qualifying letter on file. I suggested you review staff files regularly to ensure all staff members have a valid qualifying letter on file. The staff member completed the application in their Criminal Background Check Portal during the visit. Consultation For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
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G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/21/2024 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 5/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 244 Time In: 11:11 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. Tiffany Campbell, Legal Designee, also assisted with the visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), Bldg #1 capacity-75, Bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in Bldg #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on May 21, 2024, and your business, Newbridge Learning Academy, LLC, was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on March 1, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 23, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on April 30, 2024. Ten (10) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Five (5) new staff files and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. In Space #4, the infant feeding plans for three (3) infants, all nine (9) months of age, were not updated to include table foods, which all three (3) infants consume daily. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child, enrolled on September 14, 2020, had a medical exam on file dated May 10, 2021. GS110-91(1) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #5, there was no Permission to Administer Medication Form on file for one (1) tube of Eucerin Eczema Relief Cream. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-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. One (1) staff member, employed on November 1, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. One (1) staff member, employed on July 6, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training until March 14, 2024. .1102(g) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance statement by June 4, 2024. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Infant feeding plans should be reviewed and updated regularly, and modifications made as needed. Any time an infant’s nutritional needs change, it should be documented on the form and discussed with the child’s parent or health care provider. I suggested you remind staff assigned to rooms in which infants are enrolled to review the infant feeding plans with parents regularly to ensure all feeding information is correct. Remind staff assigned to rooms in which infants are enrolled to document any modifications to the infant feeding plan immediately when changes are discussed with the parents. 2. All children must have a medical exam on file within the first thirty (30) days of enrollment. The assessment must be conducted by a licensed physician, the physician's authorized agent who is currently approved by the North Carolina Medical Board, or comparable certifying board in any state contiguous to North Carolina, a certified nurse practitioner, or a public health nurse. I suggested you ask parents to provide the medical exam during the enrollment process to ensure the documentation is on file in a timely manner. 3. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. Teachers should periodically check medications and permission to administer medication forms to ensure no permission to administer medication forms have expired or have been misplaced. No medication should be accepted by the facility without an accompanying permission to administer medication form. I suggested you review this information with all staff members during an upcoming staff meeting. A guardian came to the facility during today's visit and completed the Permission to Administer Medication Form. 4. All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. This training can be found at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/recognizing-responding-online-course/ I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure all new staff complete this training within the first 90 days of employment. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. Consultation: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: NEWBRIDGE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, LLC Facility ID: 36000453 Consultant: CHRISTINE ROSINSKI Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/21/2024 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 5/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 244 Time In: 11:11 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements, including health and safety requirements. You, Amanda Hommell, Owner/Administrator, assisted with today’s visit. Tiffany Campbell, Legal Designee, also assisted with the visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Your program currently operates with a one (1) star license issued February 21, 2020. The permit restrictions were in compliance including First Shift (daytime care), Bldg #1 capacity-75, Bldg #2 capacity-22, and no children in diapers in Bldg #2. The Secretary of State website was checked on May 21, 2024, and your business, Newbridge Learning Academy, LLC, was active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on March 1, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The last fire inspection was conducted on January 23, 2024. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last emergency drill was conducted on April 29, 2024. The last playground inspection was conducted on April 30, 2024. Ten (10) children’s files were reviewed during the visit. Five (5) new staff files and two (2) existing staff files were reviewed during the visit. The following violations were observed/documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. In Space #4, the infant feeding plans for three (3) infants, all nine (9) months of age, were not updated to include table foods, which all three (3) infants consume daily. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child, enrolled on September 14, 2020, had a medical exam on file dated May 10, 2021. GS110-91(1) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Space #5, there was no Permission to Administer Medication Form on file for one (1) tube of Eucerin Eczema Relief Cream. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-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. One (1) staff member, employed on November 1, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. One (1) staff member, employed on July 6, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training until March 14, 2024. .1102(g) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance statement by June 4, 2024. Please send your letter to christine.rosinski@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. The Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required by G.S. 110-90(4) (c). Prior to today's visit, your program maintained a compliance history of 89%. Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Technical assistance was provided on the following: 1. Infant feeding plans should be reviewed and updated regularly, and modifications made as needed. Any time an infant’s nutritional needs change, it should be documented on the form and discussed with the child’s parent or health care provider. I suggested you remind staff assigned to rooms in which infants are enrolled to review the infant feeding plans with parents regularly to ensure all feeding information is correct. Remind staff assigned to rooms in which infants are enrolled to document any modifications to the infant feeding plan immediately when changes are discussed with the parents. 2. All children must have a medical exam on file within the first thirty (30) days of enrollment. The assessment must be conducted by a licensed physician, the physician's authorized agent who is currently approved by the North Carolina Medical Board, or comparable certifying board in any state contiguous to North Carolina, a certified nurse practitioner, or a public health nurse. I suggested you ask parents to provide the medical exam during the enrollment process to ensure the documentation is on file in a timely manner. 3. Standing permission to administer over-the-counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, may be given for up to twelve (12) months. Teachers should periodically check medications and permission to administer medication forms to ensure no permission to administer medication forms have expired or have been misplaced. No medication should be accepted by the facility without an accompanying permission to administer medication form. I suggested you review this information with all staff members during an upcoming staff meeting. A guardian came to the facility during today's visit and completed the Permission to Administer Medication Form. 4. All staff members must complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. This training can be found at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/recognizing-responding-online-course/ I suggested you set calendar reminders to ensure all new staff complete this training within the first 90 days of employment. I also suggested you use the Health and Safety Training Record to keep track of required trainings and to ensure trainings are completed on time. This form can be found on the DCDEE website under the “Provider” tab. Consultation: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 704-579-4463. Christine Rosinski PO Box 927 Cornelius, NC 28031 Christine.rosinski@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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.