Charlotte Montessori School Kingston

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: MARA BRINTON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2026 Number Present: 115 Completed Date: 6/24/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced Visit. The three-star licensed center continued to operate meeting enhanced space requirements. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator, Ms. Jessica Siracusa and Ms. Victoria Tucker, administrator. The child care item listing dated May 2026 was used to identify and determine non-compliance. The following sections were monitored for compliance: A1, B1, C4, C5, C6, E1, E2, F3, G1, G3, G4 and G5. A walk through of spaces #1-9, and the outdoor learning environment were monitored for compliance. The center’s auxiliary space has not ever been measured to determine how many children can be served in the space. According to Ms. Tucker the space is used for indoor gross motor space for children when the weather conditions are poor outside and for therapy space. A return visit will need to occur to measure the space. Current space #8 and #9 will be shifted up one space # once the auxiliary space is measured and labeled with a space #. Children were observed participating in daily outdoor activities, eating lunch, and group time activities. Materials were developmentally appropriate. Posted lesson plans were monitored current. Medications were monitored current with current permission slips, and medical action plans. It was recommended to utilize the Community Health Nurses to assist with any health-related issues from staff training on how to administer a life altering medication like an epi pen to conduct a review of all medications, permission slips and medical action plans maintained on site. There were four new staff hired since the last annual compliance visit dated January 21, 2026. Four staff files were monitored for compliance. One new staff member had a TB screening form on file. However, one question was documented as yes. There was not a chest x-ray or negative TB results on file for the staff member. Staff and Training worksheets were presented and monitored. The new staff files monitored for compliance were the following: H. Tesfaye, E. Rich, D. Pollo and K. Leoppando. The ABCMS roster report was run yesterday, June 24, 2026. One staff member who is no longer employed will need to be unlinked from the facility in the system. All staff were monitored and determined linked to the ABCMS. The center’s EPR plan was monitored printed and current. The EPR plan was monitored with Ready to Go File items. It was explained that during the annual review of the portal system if there were not any changes that page 31 could be printed and would show who and when the last staff member was in the portal plan system. Monthly outdoor inspections, incident log, monthly fire drills and quarterly safety drills were monitored current. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for compliance and found to meet child care requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 18, 2026, with three (3) demerits cited and a Superior classification issued. The last annual fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025. It was recommended to begin the annual inspection process four to six weeks prior to expiration. 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. Two plastic bags were monitored stored at the bottom of the children's cubbies in space #8. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff hired in February 2026 did not have negative screening results and did not have a chest Xray or negative TB results on file. .0701(a) Technical Assistance Provided and General Discussion: -We discussed the option for Pathway #2 and Ms. Tucker developed a QRIS file on her laptop and downloaded all required forms and rated license application to her file. The family engagement, education worksheet, center CQI and individual CQI forms were reviewed with Ms. Tucker. It was emphasized to ensure all lead teachers and teachers have a DCDEE WORKS status letter on file. Ms. Tucker stated September 2026 is the planned and targeted timeframe for processing. We discussed the option to utilize one lead teacher to meet educational requirements for the rated license. It was emphasized that for right now, this option is approved, however, DCDEE is looking at only making it applicable for facilities that are not four or five stars. -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 on 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. An ABCMS report was run prior to the visit, and all existing staff were monitored and linked to the facility. -We discussed staff’s ability to visually supervise children by seeing over by the cubby location in space #5. -We discussed making a connection with the community health nurses associated with Meck. County Smart Start. Contact information was emailed to Ms. Tucker. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before July 8, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Mara Brinton, Child Care Consultant 3687 Stallings Road Harrisburg, NC 28075 mara.brinton@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact Mara Brinton at 704-594-0140 or by email at mara.brinton@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact my supervisor, Amy Italiano at 704-936-6065 or by email at amy.italiano@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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: MARA BRINTON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2026 Number Present: 115 Completed Date: 6/24/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:00 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 for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced Visit. The three-star licensed center continued to operate meeting enhanced space requirements. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator, Ms. Jessica Siracusa and Ms. Victoria Tucker, administrator. The child care item listing dated May 2026 was used to identify and determine non-compliance. The following sections were monitored for compliance: A1, B1, C4, C5, C6, E1, E2, F3, G1, G3, G4 and G5. A walk through of spaces #1-9, and the outdoor learning environment were monitored for compliance. The center’s auxiliary space has not ever been measured to determine how many children can be served in the space. According to Ms. Tucker the space is used for indoor gross motor space for children when the weather conditions are poor outside and for therapy space. A return visit will need to occur to measure the space. Current space #8 and #9 will be shifted up one space # once the auxiliary space is measured and labeled with a space #. Children were observed participating in daily outdoor activities, eating lunch, and group time activities. Materials were developmentally appropriate. Posted lesson plans were monitored current. Medications were monitored current with current permission slips, and medical action plans. It was recommended to utilize the Community Health Nurses to assist with any health-related issues from staff training on how to administer a life altering medication like an epi pen to conduct a review of all medications, permission slips and medical action plans maintained on site. There were four new staff hired since the last annual compliance visit dated January 21, 2026. Four staff files were monitored for compliance. One new staff member had a TB screening form on file. However, one question was documented as yes. There was not a chest x-ray or negative TB results on file for the staff member. Staff and Training worksheets were presented and monitored. The new staff files monitored for compliance were the following: H. Tesfaye, E. Rich, D. Pollo and K. Leoppando. The ABCMS roster report was run yesterday, June 24, 2026. One staff member who is no longer employed will need to be unlinked from the facility in the system. All staff were monitored and determined linked to the ABCMS. The center’s EPR plan was monitored printed and current. The EPR plan was monitored with Ready to Go File items. It was explained that during the annual review of the portal system if there were not any changes that page 31 could be printed and would show who and when the last staff member was in the portal plan system. Monthly outdoor inspections, incident log, monthly fire drills and quarterly safety drills were monitored current. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for compliance and found to meet child care requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed June 18, 2026, with three (3) demerits cited and a Superior classification issued. The last annual fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025. It was recommended to begin the annual inspection process four to six weeks prior to expiration. 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. Two plastic bags were monitored stored at the bottom of the children's cubbies in space #8. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff hired in February 2026 did not have negative screening results and did not have a chest Xray or negative TB results on file. .0701(a) Technical Assistance Provided and General Discussion: -We discussed the option for Pathway #2 and Ms. Tucker developed a QRIS file on her laptop and downloaded all required forms and rated license application to her file. The family engagement, education worksheet, center CQI and individual CQI forms were reviewed with Ms. Tucker. It was emphasized to ensure all lead teachers and teachers have a DCDEE WORKS status letter on file. Ms. Tucker stated September 2026 is the planned and targeted timeframe for processing. We discussed the option to utilize one lead teacher to meet educational requirements for the rated license. It was emphasized that for right now, this option is approved, however, DCDEE is looking at only making it applicable for facilities that are not four or five stars. -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 on 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. An ABCMS report was run prior to the visit, and all existing staff were monitored and linked to the facility. -We discussed staff’s ability to visually supervise children by seeing over by the cubby location in space #5. -We discussed making a connection with the community health nurses associated with Meck. County Smart Start. Contact information was emailed to Ms. Tucker. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before July 8, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Mara Brinton, Child Care Consultant 3687 Stallings Road Harrisburg, NC 28075 mara.brinton@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact Mara Brinton at 704-594-0140 or by email at mara.brinton@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact my supervisor, Amy Italiano at 704-936-6065 or by email at amy.italiano@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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 120 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 226 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Regulatory was down during the visit today. A visit summary was typed and provided at the end of the visit. I reviewed the following violations with Ms. Tucker and Ms. Siracusa. Item #1801 - The facility roster was not current in the ABCMS portal. Item #1867 - Mulch underneath the climbing "mountain" structure on the East Back playground did not measure six (6) inches. The word document visit summary was signed today. A forma visit summary will be emailed to administrators when Regulatory is available. The following was copied from the Word document presented to Ms. Siracusa during the visit and entered into Regulatory upon return to the office: The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/29/25. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 82% prior to today’s visit. The April 2025 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Both accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities and outdoor play. All materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were current and posted in the classroom. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Playgrounds were monitored. Mulch underneath the climbing “mountain” structure on the East Back did not measure six (6) inches. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Six (6) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/18/25 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/20/25. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/20/26 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. The CBC employee roster in the ABCMS portal was not completed. Two (2) current employees were listed on the roster. Information regarding uploading the roster was provided during the last annual compliance visit conducted on 1/29/25 and the provider was reminded the roster would be monitored going forward during the routine unannounced visit conducted on 6/3/25. The following violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1801 The operator did not include the criminal history mandatory reporting requirement in all new employee orientation information. The facility roster was not current in the ABCMS portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(m) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath the climbing "mountain" structure on the East Back playground did not measure six (6) inches. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Pathways to the Stars: - The Pathway to the Stars discussion form was completed today. - I recommend downloading the current July 1, 2025 Child Care Rules and focus attention on section .3200 regarding Pathways. - Space heaters are not permitted in classrooms or offices. - A child’s specific enrollment date should be completed on forms that require the date. For example, Fall 2026 does not meet the requirement. - Medical Action Plans are required to be attached to the child’s application. When a child outgrows an allergy documentation from the doctor or parent should be placed in the file. - Health and safety trainings are required to be completed every five (5) years. Child maltreatment training is included with the health and safety trainings. - Criminal background checks can be renewed up to 6 months prior to the expiration date. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 120 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 226 Time In: 09:44 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Regulatory was down during the visit today. A visit summary was typed and provided at the end of the visit. I reviewed the following violations with Ms. Tucker and Ms. Siracusa. Item #1801 - The facility roster was not current in the ABCMS portal. Item #1867 - Mulch underneath the climbing "mountain" structure on the East Back playground did not measure six (6) inches. The word document visit summary was signed today. A forma visit summary will be emailed to administrators when Regulatory is available. The following was copied from the Word document presented to Ms. Siracusa during the visit and entered into Regulatory upon return to the office: The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/29/25. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 82% prior to today’s visit. The April 2025 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Both accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities and outdoor play. All materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were current and posted in the classroom. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Playgrounds were monitored. Mulch underneath the climbing “mountain” structure on the East Back did not measure six (6) inches. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Six (6) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/18/25 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/20/25. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/20/26 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. The CBC employee roster in the ABCMS portal was not completed. Two (2) current employees were listed on the roster. Information regarding uploading the roster was provided during the last annual compliance visit conducted on 1/29/25 and the provider was reminded the roster would be monitored going forward during the routine unannounced visit conducted on 6/3/25. The following violations were observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1801 The operator did not include the criminal history mandatory reporting requirement in all new employee orientation information. The facility roster was not current in the ABCMS portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(m) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath the climbing "mountain" structure on the East Back playground did not measure six (6) inches. .0605(k)(1-4) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. 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, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Pathways to the Stars: - The Pathway to the Stars discussion form was completed today. - I recommend downloading the current July 1, 2025 Child Care Rules and focus attention on section .3200 regarding Pathways. - Space heaters are not permitted in classrooms or offices. - A child’s specific enrollment date should be completed on forms that require the date. For example, Fall 2026 does not meet the requirement. - Medical Action Plans are required to be attached to the child’s application. When a child outgrows an allergy documentation from the doctor or parent should be placed in the file. - Health and safety trainings are required to be completed every five (5) years. Child maltreatment training is included with the health and safety trainings. - Criminal background checks can be renewed up to 6 months prior to the expiration date. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2025 Number Present: 118 Completed Date: 6/3/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:40 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility had a Three Star Rated License issued September 15, 2022 and an eighteen-month compliance history of 87% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC child care law summary were posted. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CPR/ First Aid, special training, CBC qualification, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate and approved space, program records, license posted, and permit restrictions. A routine unannounced visit was conducted at the Charlotte Montessori East Blvd site prior to the visit. The two (2) facilities share playground spaces. Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Director, accompanied me on both visits. All classrooms being used for care were monitored. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, eating lunch, and outdoor play. Parents provide lunches and all snacks were provided by the facility. One (1) child in Space 4 was observed eating whole cherries that did not have the pit removed. The child was observed removing the pits prior to eating. I recommend teachers checking lunches prior to serving and cutting small fruits and removing pits on fruits that could pose choking hazards. Materials were observed in good repair and plentiful. Teachers were observed engaged with children and provided an age appropriate and nurturing environment. Current lesson plans were posted. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Emergency medications were monitored and paperwork met requirements. I observed medication stored in an opened cabinet in Space 10. The teacher was cleaning and sanitizing tables. Spray bottles were stored in the unlocked cabinet with the medications. I recommended placing the spray bottles on top of the refrigerator to keep above 5 feet so that the cabinet could remained locked at all times. A butane lighter was also observed in the unlocked cabinet. The cabinet was locked during the visit. Two (2) new staff were hired since the annual compliance visit conducted 1/29/25. One (1) teacher hired 2/10/25 had a TB test dated 7/20/23 and the medical assessment was completed 2/14/25. I explained to Ms. Siracusa that the TB test and medical assessment had to be less than 12 months old to be valid. A medical assessment from 2022 was provided upon hire, but the current medical assessment was not obtained until four (4) days after employment. I monitored the staff/training worksheets completed by Ms. Siracusa. One (1) employee’s CBC qualification expired 3/6/25. Ms. A. Graham has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification or she may not return to campus. Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/9/24. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 5/27/25 and received a Provisional rating. Renovations in the kitchen did not pass the environmental health inspection. The facility was granted a twenty-one (21) day extension to correct the work. Five (5) violations were observed and cited today. Two (2) violation were corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. A butane lighter was observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 10. .2820(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Medications for chronic conditions were stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 10. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One (1) employee who began employment on 2/10/25 had a medical assessment on file dated 2/14/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) employee who began employment on 2/10/25 had a TB test dated 7/20/23. .0701(a) 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). One (1) employee, A. G., had an expired CBC qualification. The qualification expired 3/6/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Tuesday, June 17, 2025 to the email address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, 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. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The ABCMS roster should be completed and kept current. Rosters will be monitored going forward. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with any questions at Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/3/2025 Number Present: 118 Completed Date: 6/3/2025 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:40 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 applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility had a Three Star Rated License issued September 15, 2022 and an eighteen-month compliance history of 87% prior to today’s visit. The license and NC child care law summary were posted. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CPR/ First Aid, special training, CBC qualification, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate and approved space, program records, license posted, and permit restrictions. A routine unannounced visit was conducted at the Charlotte Montessori East Blvd site prior to the visit. The two (2) facilities share playground spaces. Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Director, accompanied me on both visits. All classrooms being used for care were monitored. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, eating lunch, and outdoor play. Parents provide lunches and all snacks were provided by the facility. One (1) child in Space 4 was observed eating whole cherries that did not have the pit removed. The child was observed removing the pits prior to eating. I recommend teachers checking lunches prior to serving and cutting small fruits and removing pits on fruits that could pose choking hazards. Materials were observed in good repair and plentiful. Teachers were observed engaged with children and provided an age appropriate and nurturing environment. Current lesson plans were posted. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Emergency medications were monitored and paperwork met requirements. I observed medication stored in an opened cabinet in Space 10. The teacher was cleaning and sanitizing tables. Spray bottles were stored in the unlocked cabinet with the medications. I recommended placing the spray bottles on top of the refrigerator to keep above 5 feet so that the cabinet could remained locked at all times. A butane lighter was also observed in the unlocked cabinet. The cabinet was locked during the visit. Two (2) new staff were hired since the annual compliance visit conducted 1/29/25. One (1) teacher hired 2/10/25 had a TB test dated 7/20/23 and the medical assessment was completed 2/14/25. I explained to Ms. Siracusa that the TB test and medical assessment had to be less than 12 months old to be valid. A medical assessment from 2022 was provided upon hire, but the current medical assessment was not obtained until four (4) days after employment. I monitored the staff/training worksheets completed by Ms. Siracusa. One (1) employee’s CBC qualification expired 3/6/25. Ms. A. Graham has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification or she may not return to campus. Program records were reviewed and found in compliance. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/9/24. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 5/27/25 and received a Provisional rating. Renovations in the kitchen did not pass the environmental health inspection. The facility was granted a twenty-one (21) day extension to correct the work. Five (5) violations were observed and cited today. Two (2) violation were corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. A butane lighter was observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 10. .2820(b) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Medications for chronic conditions were stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 10. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One (1) employee who began employment on 2/10/25 had a medical assessment on file dated 2/14/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) employee who began employment on 2/10/25 had a TB test dated 7/20/23. .0701(a) 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). One (1) employee, A. G., had an expired CBC qualification. The qualification expired 3/6/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Tuesday, June 17, 2025 to the email address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, 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. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The ABCMS roster should be completed and kept current. Rosters will be monitored going forward. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with any questions at Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .1103 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 202 Time In: 10:08 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 2/8/24. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 85% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities that included a Spanish activity, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed classroom chairs stored in a bathroom in Space 5. Ms. Tucker stated teachers removed the chairs for independent learning time and the chairs were put back at tables for lunch and snack. I explained only toileting materials could be stored in bathrooms. Activity plans were posted on the parent board outside of the classroom. Ms. Tucker and I discussed that plans should be posted inside the classroom for teachers to reference as well as on the parent board. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Refrigerators in each classroom were monitored. Each met requirements. Ms. Tucker and I discussed storing bulk milk containers in standard refrigerators instead of dorm room sized refrigerators. Playgrounds were monitored. I observed small rocks and pebbles on the toddler playground. Ms. Tucker and I discussed the potential choking hazard. There was adequate amounts of mulch underneath climbing structures. I observed ropes hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground. Ms. Tucker stated pots and pans had rusted and were removed from the ropes. We discussed removing the ropes until pots and pans were replaced. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. I observed medications to be returned to parents stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. There was Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. It was recommended to keep medications to be returned to families locked in the office or purchase a toolbox that could be locked in the children’s mailbox area. The facility did not provide transportation. Parents provided lunch for each child. Snack was provided by the facility and each classroom posted a menu outside of the class on the parent board. Four (4) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. No violations were observed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/12/24 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were reviewed. Playground inspections were reviewed. The last fire inspection was completed on 2/20/24. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 1/29/25 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan for Space 10 was dated November 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted snack menu for Space 10 was dated October 2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. Classroom chairs were observed stored in the bathroom of Space 5. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted in July 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Small rocks and pebbles were accessible to children under three (3) years of age on the toddler playground posing a choking hazard. Ropes were observed hanging from a wooden structure on the preschool playground where pots and pans for music used to be strung. The pots and pans were removed and the ropes posed a hazard for children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Staff vitamins were observed stored in an unlocked cabinet in Space 4. A tube of hydrocortisone was stored on a shelf in the bathroom of Space 4. Medications to be returned to parents were observed stored in child cubbies outside of Spaces 9 and 10. I observed Children's Tylenol, Benadryl, and a diaper cream stored in open cubbies below five feet and unlocked. 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. Playground inspections were not completed for July, August, September, October, November, and December 2024. .0605(q) 1830 Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). The trashcan where diapers and pull-ups were discarded was uncovered and the lid was observed on the floor in Space 3. .0604(v) 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) employee did not completed child maltreatment training within five years of the previous training. The training certificate on file was dated 12/17/19. .1103(b) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Wednesday, February 12, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - It was recommended to separate incident logs for each campus. Logs could be stored in the same notebook, but where the child was enrolled should be clear. Star Rated License Reassessment Update: SB 425 extended hold harmless until the new Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is revised and implemented. Facilities are not required to proceed with the rated license assessment at this time unless they voluntarily choose to proceed. – QRIS update: Get ready for the 3s Starting on February 1, 2025, the ECERS-3, ITERS-3, and FCCERS-3—also known as the "3s"—will be used for DCDEE environment rating scale assessments. The DCDEE and the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project (NCRLAP) are collaboratively working on preparations for the transition to the third edition. Information regarding the transition can be found by visiting https://ncrlap.org/Resources/pages/get-ready-for-3s. These third editions come with a spiral binding at the top, replacing the current revised editions. Visit the NCRLAP’s website, https://ncrlap.org/. for more information about updated resources, credit hour trainings, and outreach assessment opportunities to help you become familiar with these tools. For official environment rating scale assessments for a NC Star Rated License, the NCRLAP will use the Revised editions until February 1, 2025. Criminal Background Portal/ABCMS: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Rule changes effective November 2024 Training Modules Available in DCDEE Moodle The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the November 2024 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted changes to child care rule .0713 Staff/Child Ratios for Centers. Consultants will assist as you begin to review and implement the changes, but please note some of the changes may or may not impact your facility. The major change is related to the staff/child ratios for centers located in a residence. You can access a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes please ensure you are using the updated November 1, 2024 rule book and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. You will need to have an NCID - the same NCID that you use for the health & safety training, WORKS login, and/or the CBC Portal - to participate in Moodle training. Rule Clarification: Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .1103(b) Health and safety training shall 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. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions and concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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 .1105 · Violation

Name of Operation: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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: CHARLOTTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL KINGSTON Facility ID: 60003682 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/8/2024 Number Present: 121 Completed Date: 2/8/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 285 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM 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 the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full annual compliance visit. The facility was currently operating with a Three Star Rated License issued on September 15, 2022, and earned 4 points in the staff education component, 2 points in the program component and met the enhanced space requirement, and 1 quality point for offering a staff benefits package and parent involvement opportunities. The facility had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 88% prior to today’s visit. The August 2023 Center Item Number Listing and the May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. The license and NC Summary of the Law were prominently posted. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Victoria Tucker, Administrator, and I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tucker and Ms. Jessica Siracusa, Administrator, accompanied me on the walkthrough. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, large group activities, and outdoor play. All classrooms were observed with plentiful materials and materials were observed in good repair. Staff provided a nurturing environment. Adequate supervision was observed, and staff/child ratio was maintained. Activity plans were posted and current. Arrival and departure times were documented as required. Playgrounds were monitored and met requirements. Ms. Tucker stated a mulch delivery was scheduled for mid-February and that the facility was raking mulch underneath fall zones until the delivery was received. Emergency medications/medications were monitored. The facility did not provide transportation. The posted snack menu was current for each classroom. Parents provided lunch for each child. Seven (7) new staff files were monitored and two (2) veteran employee files were reviewed. One (1) new employee used distance learning from an unapproved trainer for CPR/First Aid training. A list of approved trainers was emailed to Ms. Siracusa. A sampling of children’s files was reviewed. The sanitation inspection was completed 12/6/23 and received a “Superior” classification. Fire and emergency drills were completed as required. Playground inspections were completed as required. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/5/23. The inspection report indicated that five (5) areas were unsatisfactory. Ms. Siracusa reported that repairs were completed and the facility was waiting for a re-inspection. Ms. Siracusa reached out to the inspector on 10/23/23, 10/31/23, and 11/6/23 requesting a re-inspection and/or a completed DCDEE inspection form. I emailed the inspector again today requesting an update on the re-inspection and final report. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on 2/8/24 and Tucker-Curry Inc was listed as current- active. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A fire inspection was completed 10/5/23, however five (5) items were marked "unsatisfactory." The facility is currently waiting on a re-inspection of repaired items. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. One (1) child with an allergy listed on the medical form completed by the physician did not have prescribed emergency medication onsite. One (1) child with an allergy had expired medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 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. A cabinet in the auxiliary room was observed unlocked with staff handbags and a container of vaseline stored inside accessible to children. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Medication was provided in a pre-filled dropper/syringe. The original container was not with the medication. The permission form indicated they type of medicine in the dropper/syringe as Motrin. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One (1) child's epinephrine expired in November 2023 and was not returned to the parent. .0803(12) 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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have First Aid training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .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) employee hired 8/7/23 did not have CPR training from an approved organization within 90 days of employment. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two (2) children enrolled more than 30 days did not have a medical report on file for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Two medical action plans did not include all of the required information to include emergency contact information. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. One (1) child's medication permission expired in November 2023. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One (1) employee was certified for CPR/First Aid through an online course. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) Corrective Action: Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 22, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment: The hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law on Monday June 12th, 2023. This legislation allows facilities to remain at their current star level without a reassessment until June 30, 2024 and when reassessed it reduces the education evaluation requirements for lead teachers from 75% to 50% until June of 2026. To prepare for the reassessment process, DCDEE has developed a cohort system. There are three cohorts, and each include a preparation year and a reassessment year. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of the preparation year of your assigned cohort and will provide guidance to assist you as you begin the process. If you have questions prior to me reaching out, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - The facility is licensed for children 1 – 5 years of age. We discussed the possibility of children turning 6 years old while still enrolled. It was recommended that the facility increase the age range to avoid non-compliance with permit restrictions. Ms. Siracusa stated that she would like to increase the age range of the Kingston campus and Charlotte Montessori School (#60000557) campus to twelve (12) years of age. A packet to increase the age range to 1 – 12 years will be submitted for supervisory review for both Charlotte Montessori School Kingston and Charlotte Montessori School. - All line items on a child’s application should be addressed by the parent. - Staff medical reports should include information regarding ability to work with children. Best practice would be to use the DCDEE staff medical report for new employees instead of accepting a summary report from the last physical. - I recommend reviewing child medication policies with staff and re-taking the Medication Administration course on the DCDEE Moodle. At the completion of the visit, an electronic version was reviewed, signed and a copy was emailed to Ms. Siracusa and Ms. Tucker along with a copy of the enrollment worksheet and annual compliance checklist. Staff and training worksheets were reviewed and signed by both Ms. Siracusa and the consultant, and a copy was left at the facility. Contact me at Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant, jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648 or Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor, michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147 if you have questions. 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