Absolute Learning Academy

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Mrs. Cherry owner and administrator outside upon my arrival and I explained the purpose of my visit to Mrs. Cherry. Mrs. Cherry informed me that they were setting up for their fall festival/family engagement event. Ms. Denny, Program coordinator and Mrs. Cherry both assisted me during the visit and walk though of the facility. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. The North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed and Absolute Child Care, Inc. active and current since 2013. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/24/25. The last fire inspection was conducted on 5/22/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted 10/10/25. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 10/20/25. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 10/18/25. Your compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation is currently not being offered by the facility due to the vehicle currently having mechanical issues. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. Observations: Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. Children were observed actively engaged in activity centers in both Meck Pre-k classrooms in space two children were engaged in circle time. The teacher read a story and sang songs. Naptime was observed, children slept or had quite activities. Children were served peperoni and cheese pizza, fruit cups, and milk for lunch and snack consisted of apple juice and cheese crackers The facility had parent training during my time at the facility. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bin outdoors. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space five did not have the current lesson plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. Cots in space 1, space 2, and space 4 had cots placed 16 inch apart or less in some areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 childcare rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 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. Technical assistance: Rated License: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. DCDEE will be holding webinars and meetings to update providers of the new requirements. The options are Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERS-U) Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS CBC Provider Portal: We discussed the portal and the difficulties you had with connecting the criminal background checks. Please contact the below to assist you with the website and or password issues. Help desk for NCID: https://it.nc.gov/support 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. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. List of agencies accepted by DCDEE: Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources -NC Additional Notes ECERS-3, and ITERS-3. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources For classrooms serving children 31 months to 5 years: ECERS-R, your two year old class may need ITERS-R (it is determined by the majority age in the classroom, If half plus one is under 31 months then use ITERS-R) Preparing for ECERS-R but using age appropriate materials will insure that you are prepared for whatever scale is used. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Mrs. Cherry owner and administrator outside upon my arrival and I explained the purpose of my visit to Mrs. Cherry. Mrs. Cherry informed me that they were setting up for their fall festival/family engagement event. Ms. Denny, Program coordinator and Mrs. Cherry both assisted me during the visit and walk though of the facility. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. The North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed and Absolute Child Care, Inc. active and current since 2013. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/24/25. The last fire inspection was conducted on 5/22/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted 10/10/25. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 10/20/25. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 10/18/25. Your compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation is currently not being offered by the facility due to the vehicle currently having mechanical issues. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. Observations: Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. Children were observed actively engaged in activity centers in both Meck Pre-k classrooms in space two children were engaged in circle time. The teacher read a story and sang songs. Naptime was observed, children slept or had quite activities. Children were served peperoni and cheese pizza, fruit cups, and milk for lunch and snack consisted of apple juice and cheese crackers The facility had parent training during my time at the facility. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bin outdoors. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space five did not have the current lesson plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. Cots in space 1, space 2, and space 4 had cots placed 16 inch apart or less in some areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 childcare rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 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. Technical assistance: Rated License: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. DCDEE will be holding webinars and meetings to update providers of the new requirements. The options are Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERS-U) Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS CBC Provider Portal: We discussed the portal and the difficulties you had with connecting the criminal background checks. Please contact the below to assist you with the website and or password issues. Help desk for NCID: https://it.nc.gov/support 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. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. List of agencies accepted by DCDEE: Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources -NC Additional Notes ECERS-3, and ITERS-3. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources For classrooms serving children 31 months to 5 years: ECERS-R, your two year old class may need ITERS-R (it is determined by the majority age in the classroom, If half plus one is under 31 months then use ITERS-R) Preparing for ECERS-R but using age appropriate materials will insure that you are prepared for whatever scale is used. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/23/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 10/23/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. I was greeted by Mrs. Cherry owner and administrator outside upon my arrival and I explained the purpose of my visit to Mrs. Cherry. Mrs. Cherry informed me that they were setting up for their fall festival/family engagement event. Ms. Denny, Program coordinator and Mrs. Cherry both assisted me during the visit and walk though of the facility. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. The North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed and Absolute Child Care, Inc. active and current since 2013. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/24/25. The last fire inspection was conducted on 5/22/25. The last documented fire drill was conducted 10/10/25. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 10/20/25. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 10/18/25. Your compliance history was 92% prior to today’s visit. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation is currently not being offered by the facility due to the vehicle currently having mechanical issues. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. Observations: Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. Children were observed actively engaged in activity centers in both Meck Pre-k classrooms in space two children were engaged in circle time. The teacher read a story and sang songs. Naptime was observed, children slept or had quite activities. Children were served peperoni and cheese pizza, fruit cups, and milk for lunch and snack consisted of apple juice and cheese crackers The facility had parent training during my time at the facility. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bin outdoors. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space five did not have the current lesson plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. Cots in space 1, space 2, and space 4 had cots placed 16 inch apart or less in some areas. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of childcare requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 childcare rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 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. Technical assistance: Rated License: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. DCDEE will be holding webinars and meetings to update providers of the new requirements. The options are Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERS-U) Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS CBC Provider Portal: We discussed the portal and the difficulties you had with connecting the criminal background checks. Please contact the below to assist you with the website and or password issues. Help desk for NCID: https://it.nc.gov/support 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. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. List of agencies accepted by DCDEE: Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources -NC Additional Notes ECERS-3, and ITERS-3. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources For classrooms serving children 31 months to 5 years: ECERS-R, your two year old class may need ITERS-R (it is determined by the majority age in the classroom, If half plus one is under 31 months then use ITERS-R) Preparing for ECERS-R but using age appropriate materials will insure that you are prepared for whatever scale is used. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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 .1719 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival children were observed on the playground. I monitored teacher child interaction and then proceeded to the front door. I was greeted outside by Mrs. Cherry after I knocked on the door. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit was current/active as of February 18, 2013. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. The children were actively engaged in free play in activity centers outdoor play, transitioning from indoor to outdoor activities. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite transition from nap to active gross motor play and active activity center play. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bins outdoors. Children were observed engaged in active gross motor play several times during the day. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/15/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/21/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted 09/24/24. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7/30/24. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 08/28/24. The last compliance was at 96% I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation: facility does not provide transportation at this time. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite and found to be in compliance with child care rules and regulations. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Both staff records and children records were found to be in compliance. On August 28, 2024, a courtesy visit was conducted, and an emergency temporary location was approved for two classrooms. Today we discussed the construction and anticipated end date. Per our conversation, please email me an updated plan discussing anticipated end dates and return to the main facility. I will update your license to reflect the additional location due to prior weather conditions delaying construction. Keep me updated of all changes as I will need to be updated prior 90 days to determine next steps. Violation Number Comment Rule 124 The center did not maintain records as required in rule, and/or were not made available to the Division for review. The Outdoor playground inspection could not be located but there was a trend that it was done the same day as the fire drill. G.S. 110-91(9); .0304(g); .2318 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. Cardboard blocks in the three year old classroom had holes in them and tattered. .0601(d) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A large bottle of Pain medication was stored in an container under the desk in the open office area. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In the two year old classroom there were a plastic bag of face mask in the cubbies. .0604(q) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 18 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. Technical Assistance: All medications including staff medication should be locked up. All medications including staff medications should be locked. “10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: 5) including prescription and non-prescription items shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Designated emergency medications shall be stored out of reach of children at least five feet high, but are not required to be in locked storage. For purposes of this Rule, designated emergency medications are those that are used or needed for the immediate recovery from a life-threatening event and include Glucagon, epinephrine auto-injector, diazepam rectal installation and albuterol;” Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me with any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival children were observed on the playground. I monitored teacher child interaction and then proceeded to the front door. I was greeted outside by Mrs. Cherry after I knocked on the door. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit was current/active as of February 18, 2013. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. The children were actively engaged in free play in activity centers outdoor play, transitioning from indoor to outdoor activities. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite transition from nap to active gross motor play and active activity center play. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bins outdoors. Children were observed engaged in active gross motor play several times during the day. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/15/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/21/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted 09/24/24. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7/30/24. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 08/28/24. The last compliance was at 96% I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation: facility does not provide transportation at this time. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite and found to be in compliance with child care rules and regulations. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Both staff records and children records were found to be in compliance. On August 28, 2024, a courtesy visit was conducted, and an emergency temporary location was approved for two classrooms. Today we discussed the construction and anticipated end date. Per our conversation, please email me an updated plan discussing anticipated end dates and return to the main facility. I will update your license to reflect the additional location due to prior weather conditions delaying construction. Keep me updated of all changes as I will need to be updated prior 90 days to determine next steps. Violation Number Comment Rule 124 The center did not maintain records as required in rule, and/or were not made available to the Division for review. The Outdoor playground inspection could not be located but there was a trend that it was done the same day as the fire drill. G.S. 110-91(9); .0304(g); .2318 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. Cardboard blocks in the three year old classroom had holes in them and tattered. .0601(d) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A large bottle of Pain medication was stored in an container under the desk in the open office area. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In the two year old classroom there were a plastic bag of face mask in the cubbies. .0604(q) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 18 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. Technical Assistance: All medications including staff medication should be locked up. All medications including staff medications should be locked. “10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: 5) including prescription and non-prescription items shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Designated emergency medications shall be stored out of reach of children at least five feet high, but are not required to be in locked storage. For purposes of this Rule, designated emergency medications are those that are used or needed for the immediate recovery from a life-threatening event and include Glucagon, epinephrine auto-injector, diazepam rectal installation and albuterol;” Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me with any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/24/2024 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 10/24/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival children were observed on the playground. I monitored teacher child interaction and then proceeded to the front door. I was greeted outside by Mrs. Cherry after I knocked on the door. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit was current/active as of February 18, 2013. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. This facility currently operates with a four (4) star rated license effective 3/26/2018. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. Children were adequately supervised during today’s visit. The children were actively engaged in free play in activity centers outdoor play, transitioning from indoor to outdoor activities. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite transition from nap to active gross motor play and active activity center play. Outdoor Learning Environment: Your playground is separated into two (2) different sections. The following items were observed in the outdoor learning environment: balls, riding toys, blocks, swing sets, a climbing structure, push toys and a picnic table. Additional materials were also in a bins outdoors. Children were observed engaged in active gross motor play several times during the day. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07/15/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/21/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted 09/24/24. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7/30/24. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 08/28/24. The last compliance was at 96% I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The following items were posted in the classrooms and/or hallway: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Transportation: facility does not provide transportation at this time. There are two Mecklenburg preK classes that was observed offsite and found to be in compliance with child care rules and regulations. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Both staff records and children records were found to be in compliance. On August 28, 2024, a courtesy visit was conducted, and an emergency temporary location was approved for two classrooms. Today we discussed the construction and anticipated end date. Per our conversation, please email me an updated plan discussing anticipated end dates and return to the main facility. I will update your license to reflect the additional location due to prior weather conditions delaying construction. Keep me updated of all changes as I will need to be updated prior 90 days to determine next steps. Violation Number Comment Rule 124 The center did not maintain records as required in rule, and/or were not made available to the Division for review. The Outdoor playground inspection could not be located but there was a trend that it was done the same day as the fire drill. G.S. 110-91(9); .0304(g); .2318 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. Cardboard blocks in the three year old classroom had holes in them and tattered. .0601(d) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A large bottle of Pain medication was stored in an container under the desk in the open office area. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In the two year old classroom there were a plastic bag of face mask in the cubbies. .0604(q) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 18 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. Technical Assistance: All medications including staff medication should be locked up. All medications including staff medications should be locked. “10A NCAC 09 .1719 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFE INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: 5) including prescription and non-prescription items shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Designated emergency medications shall be stored out of reach of children at least five feet high, but are not required to be in locked storage. For purposes of this Rule, designated emergency medications are those that are used or needed for the immediate recovery from a life-threatening event and include Glucagon, epinephrine auto-injector, diazepam rectal installation and albuterol;” Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me with any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: ABSOLUTE Learning Academy Facility ID: 60003511 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/28/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 3/28/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 70 Time In: 02:30 PM Time Out: 03:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s Routine unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with child care requirements. I was greeted at the door by Africa Cherry, owner and administrator. I stated the purpose of my visit and conducted a walk-through of the facility. The children that are enrolled in Meck Pre K were observed leaving the facility with their parents as I arrived at the facility. All other children were engaged in gross motor outside play, dancing and jumping as they were celebrating. Children had just finished an Easter egg hunt. Children were later observed transitioning to inside to toileting and handwashing routines. I conducted a walk-through of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags with pull-ups and or brown cardboard rolls were located in the children's cubbies. .0604(q) It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, 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 18 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. Your compliance history was 97% prior to today’s visit. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical assistance: Rated License: •Mrs. Cherry and I discussed the Reapplication of you Rated License (R.L.). I emailed you a copy of the re-assessment application and you should contact the local partnership for children to assist you in preparation for the Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) when you are interested. You are currently in Cohort one and you are eligible to participate in a practice environmental scale assessment. Please contact me if and when you are ready. •You will be required to proceed with your rated license and environmental rating scale reassessments. If you do not want to decrease in Star Rating, please email or mail me a copy of the R.L. reassessment application as I will need to order your ERS in January or before. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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