Chesterbrook Academy

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/18/2025 Number Present: 38 Completed Date: 9/18/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 10:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements and the inspection was discussed with Administrator, Virginia Macon. Currently this facility operates with a 5 star license effective 11/15/24. During the visit I monitored the indoor and outdoor spaces used for child care. I observed children during routine activities. I observed whole group activities and free play activities. Age appropriate materials and equipment was accessible to all children. The facility was monitored for compliance using the annual compliance monitoring checklist. I also monitored, permit restrictions, posting requirements, training requirements, use of approved space, program records, and nutrition. 4 children's records were reviewed and staff records were reviewed along with the staff and training worksheet. The last fire inspection was completed 9/3/25. The last fire drill was completed on 8/20/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed 6/5/25. The operation's EPR plan was last updated 10/4/24. Outdoor inspections were observed to be completed monthly. Diaper creams and suntan lotions were observed to have current permissions in all rooms. Sleep checks were observed to be completed. Menus were posted in each room. 3 emergency medications were evaluated during inspection. Allergies were posted in the rooms. Screen time is not practiced at this facility. The operation has completed enrollment in lead paint and asbestos testing. The operation was confirmed to have a current roster in the ABCMS system during inspection. Transportation is not provided by this facility. I observed 1 violation during this inspection. Violation Number Comment Rule 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 staff was observed to have CPR that expired in April 2025. .1102(d) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by October 2, 2025 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: DHHS Division of Child Development 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2201 ATTN: Scott Moore If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by October 2, 2025 you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/26/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 3/26/2025 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 70 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today's visit was conducted with Virginia Macon, Administrator. Children were observed participating in routine activities in their rooms and playing outside. A partial assessment of applicable childcare requirements was conducted. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/24/24. The last fire inspection was conducted 5/17/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 2/13/25. Staff and training worksheets and files for new staff hired since the last annual compliance inspection were reviewed. A fire drill was last conducted 3/20/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted 3/5/25. Outdoor inspections were observed to be completed monthly. One emergency medication was observed on hand. Authorization for dispensing the medication was observed to be expired. All required postings were observed. Today I observed 1 violation regarding childcare requirements listed below and this violation was discussed with you in detail during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Authorization to dispense medication for one child was observed to have expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by April 9, 2025 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: DHHS Division of Child Development 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2201 ATTN: Scott Moore If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by April 9, 2025, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This is optional and up to your discretion at this time. I would advise to still work on preparing and ensuring staff education is current in WORKS. A reminder that medication authorization forms need to be renewed ever 6 months. I'd advise implementing a tracking system to ensure these are not missed or picking a date every 6 months and refreshing all forms before they expire. On the same website for lead water tests (cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina/) you need to sign up for asbestos and lead paint testing. You will have to complete a questionnaire. At the conclusion of the questionnaire you may receive a letter of exemption. If you receive a letter please maintain it on file. If you are subject to testing they will reach out to you at a later date with further direction. 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. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. 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: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/26/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 3/26/2025 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 70 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today's visit was conducted with Virginia Macon, Administrator. Children were observed participating in routine activities in their rooms and playing outside. A partial assessment of applicable childcare requirements was conducted. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/24/24. The last fire inspection was conducted 5/17/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 2/13/25. Staff and training worksheets and files for new staff hired since the last annual compliance inspection were reviewed. A fire drill was last conducted 3/20/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted 3/5/25. Outdoor inspections were observed to be completed monthly. One emergency medication was observed on hand. Authorization for dispensing the medication was observed to be expired. All required postings were observed. Today I observed 1 violation regarding childcare requirements listed below and this violation was discussed with you in detail during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Authorization to dispense medication for one child was observed to have expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by April 9, 2025 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: DHHS Division of Child Development 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2201 ATTN: Scott Moore If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by April 9, 2025, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This is optional and up to your discretion at this time. I would advise to still work on preparing and ensuring staff education is current in WORKS. A reminder that medication authorization forms need to be renewed ever 6 months. I'd advise implementing a tracking system to ensure these are not missed or picking a date every 6 months and refreshing all forms before they expire. On the same website for lead water tests (cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina/) you need to sign up for asbestos and lead paint testing. You will have to complete a questionnaire. At the conclusion of the questionnaire you may receive a letter of exemption. If you receive a letter please maintain it on file. If you are subject to testing they will reach out to you at a later date with further direction. 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. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/26/2025 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 3/26/2025 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 70 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. Today's visit was conducted with Virginia Macon, Administrator. Children were observed participating in routine activities in their rooms and playing outside. A partial assessment of applicable childcare requirements was conducted. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 9/24/24. The last fire inspection was conducted 5/17/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 2/13/25. Staff and training worksheets and files for new staff hired since the last annual compliance inspection were reviewed. A fire drill was last conducted 3/20/25. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted 3/5/25. Outdoor inspections were observed to be completed monthly. One emergency medication was observed on hand. Authorization for dispensing the medication was observed to be expired. All required postings were observed. Today I observed 1 violation regarding childcare requirements listed below and this violation was discussed with you in detail during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Authorization to dispense medication for one child was observed to have expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by April 9, 2025 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: DHHS Division of Child Development 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2201 ATTN: Scott Moore If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by April 9, 2025, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This is optional and up to your discretion at this time. I would advise to still work on preparing and ensuring staff education is current in WORKS. A reminder that medication authorization forms need to be renewed ever 6 months. I'd advise implementing a tracking system to ensure these are not missed or picking a date every 6 months and refreshing all forms before they expire. On the same website for lead water tests (cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina/) you need to sign up for asbestos and lead paint testing. You will have to complete a questionnaire. At the conclusion of the questionnaire you may receive a letter of exemption. If you receive a letter please maintain it on file. If you are subject to testing they will reach out to you at a later date with further direction. 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. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: SCOTT MOORE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/24/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 9/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. Applicable childcare requirements and the inspection was discussed with Administrator, Virginia Macon. Currently this facility operates with a 5 star license effective 12/8/22. During the visit I monitored the indoor and outdoor spaces used for child care. I observed children during routine activities. I observed whole group activities and free play activities. Age appropriate materials and equipment was accessible to all children. The facility was monitored for compliance using the annual compliance monitoring checklist. I also monitored, permit restrictions, posting requirements, training requirements, use of approved space, program records, and nutrition. 5 children's records were reviewed and staff records were reviewed along with the staff and training worksheet. The last fire inspection was completed 5/17/24. The last sanitation inspection was completed 2/15/24. The last fire drill was completed on 8/29/24. The last shelter-in-place drill was completed 9/18/24. The operation's EPR plan was last updated 3/23/23 which is past due. Outdoor inspections were observed to be completed monthly. Diaper creams and suntan lotions were observed to have current permissions in all rooms. Sleep checks were observed to be completed. There were no emergency medications present in the facility during inspection. Transportation is not provided by the facility. I observed 5 violations during this inspection. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Documentation of completed CPR training was not avaialble during inspection for the Administrator. .1102(d) 1824 The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The operation's EPR plan was last updated March 2023. .0607(e) 1890 Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Documentation of a completed TB test and medical report was not able to be observed for one employee hired in 2023. .0701(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. Documentation of completed maltreatment training was unable to be observed for one employee hired in 2023. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Documentation of completed health and safety training was not able to be observed for one employee hired in 2023. .1102(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed by October 8, 2024 stating that all violations have been corrected. The letter can be emailed to scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: Scott Moore 5 Seawell Ct Durham, NC 27703 If you state in the compliance letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by October 8, 2024 you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited during today's visit may negatively impact your compliance score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. This is optional and up to your discretion at this time. I would advise to still work on preparing and ensuring staff education is current in WORKS. If you've had a lead water test in the past it is likely due (every 3 years). Visit cleanwaterforcarolinakids.org and apply for a water test timely before you receive a sanitation inspection. Please sign up for lead paint testing and asbestos testing on the same website. During signup after you complete the questionnaire, you may receive a letter(s) of exemption. Please keep these letters on file. The Child Care Rules state that programs must use the EPR template provided by the Division which is available from the NC Risk Management Portal (https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx). which houses emergency planning tools for a variety of hazards. Accessing the EPR Template To access the EPR Template, the trained staff must have an NCID. You may register for an NCID at the following link: https://ncid.nc.gov/ If you need help getting an NCID, please contact the NCID Help Desk at 919-754-6000 (in state) or 1-800-722-3946 (out of state). Once you get an NCID, you will access the EPR template on the NC Risk Management Portal website. Once you are on the NC Risk Management Portal website, use the ‘Getting Started’ instructions listed to the right-side of the page. For technical assistance and on-going support regarding emergency preparedness and response in child care, contact the North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center or 1-800-367-2229. If you have any questions or concerns I can be reached at scott.moore@dhhs.nc.gov or 984-389-7839. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: NICOLE MILLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0824-205A Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 86 Time In: 01:10 PM Time Out: 02:36 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Virginia Macon, principal, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Macon. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On August 13, 2024, a staff member assigned to the classroom for one-year-old children held a child while on the changing table, leaving fingernail markings under the child’s arms. G.S. 110-91(10) You may contact me, Nicole Miller, Investigations Consultant, at 919-397-8451 or Nicole.p.miller@dhhs.nc.gov. Ms. Sheronda Harris, Supervisor, may be contacted at sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: AMBER TELFAIR Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-264A Visit Date: 11/29/2023 Number Present: 95 Completed Date: 11/29/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Eboni Jones, Regional Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Jones and Susan Moore, Assistant Principal. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On November 21, 2023, a staff member in the classroom for four-year-children excessively used personal and facility provided electronic devices and thus provided little engagement and supervision of the children. .1801(a)(1-5) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. On November 21, 2023, a staff member in the classroom for four-year-old children provided screen time to the children for more than thirty minutes. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On November 21, 2023, a staff member disciplined a four-year-old child by placing masking tape on the child's mouth and excessively placing the child in timeout for extended periods of time. On this same date, the staff member repeatedly spoke to the child in a harsh and intimidating manner. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 Child was handled roughly. On November 21, 2023, a staff member pulled and grabbed a four-year-child by their arm, slapped the child on their face and hand, and placed masking tape on the child's mouth. .1803(a)(1) 907 Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting. On November 21, 2023, a staff member placed a four-year-child in time out and prevented the child from eating with the rest of the class. .1803(a)(4-6) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) You may contact me Amber Telfair, Investigations Consultant, (919) 830-7551, amber.telfair@dhhs.nc.gov or Sheronda Harris, Central Investigations Supervisor, Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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 110-105 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Facility ID: 92000754 Consultant: AMBER TELFAIR Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-264A Visit Date: 11/29/2023 Number Present: 95 Completed Date: 11/29/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 11:20 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Eboni Jones, Regional Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Jones and Susan Moore, Assistant Principal. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On November 21, 2023, a staff member in the classroom for four-year-children excessively used personal and facility provided electronic devices and thus provided little engagement and supervision of the children. .1801(a)(1-5) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. On November 21, 2023, a staff member in the classroom for four-year-old children provided screen time to the children for more than thirty minutes. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On November 21, 2023, a staff member disciplined a four-year-old child by placing masking tape on the child's mouth and excessively placing the child in timeout for extended periods of time. On this same date, the staff member repeatedly spoke to the child in a harsh and intimidating manner. G.S. 110-91(10) 904 Child was handled roughly. On November 21, 2023, a staff member pulled and grabbed a four-year-child by their arm, slapped the child on their face and hand, and placed masking tape on the child's mouth. .1803(a)(1) 907 Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting. On November 21, 2023, a staff member placed a four-year-child in time out and prevented the child from eating with the rest of the class. .1803(a)(4-6) 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. GS 110-105.6(a) You may contact me Amber Telfair, Investigations Consultant, (919) 830-7551, amber.telfair@dhhs.nc.gov or Sheronda Harris, Central Investigations Supervisor, Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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