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225 Lambeth Drive, Charlotte NC 28213 · License #60004104 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2026 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/28/2026 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 320 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 4, 2025. The compliance history percentage for the 18-month period is 87%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Robin Bailey, administrator. I introduced myself and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Bailey assisted me with today’s visit. NC Pre-K students and staff were not in attendance due to weather. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina), Inc. was current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time, choice activities and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teachers. Three (3) staff files and seven (7) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. There were two (2) new staff members hired since the facility’s last visit on 10/15/25. The child care consultant made notes on the staff and training worksheets and initialed where notes were made on the documents completed by the administrator. The NC Pre-K site monitoring tool was reviewed. Three (3) NC Pre-K students’ files were reviewed including the assessments, dental screenings and hearing/vision screenings. During the visit, I confirmed that Pathway 2 was the pathway chosen by the facility to obtain its star rated license. I reviewed Pathway 2 with Ms. Bailey and the required paperwork. I highlighted that for 5 stars, reduced, enhanced ratios are required. The facility currently operates with enhanced ratios. I reviewed the staff/child ratio sheet and showed the differences in ratios between the two requirements. Also, I discussed that although the facility has chosen Pathway 2, environment rating scale assessments will still need to be completed for NC Pre-K classrooms. Please review the NC Child Care Rules pertaining to NC Pre-K for more details such as minimum average scores and other requirements. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was reviewed and was last updated on 9/9/25. Medication is currently administered at this facility. A sample of emergency medication and diaper creams were monitored. A parent medication authorization form was not available for review. Transportation is not currently being provided at this facility. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/9/25 with eighteen (18) demerits and an approved classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12/5/25. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Bailey and documented in the visit summary. Violations will need to be corrected before rated license paperwork can be processed. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. A child's bottle in the infant room refrigerator did not have a date noted. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. A parent's medication authorization was not completed for the emergency medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. Visual checks were not documented for sleeping infants. .0606(g) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Staff member C.W. did not have an annual staff evaluation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. A child's health assessment did not included a hearing screening. .3005 (a)(4) 1769 The health assessment did not include a dental screening. A child's file did not contain the required dental screening. .3005 (a)(5) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of the preschool playground mulch was not based on critical height of the equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, before or by February 11, 2026. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reviewed the pathway chosen by the facility with Ms. Bailey. The required paperwork was reviewed as well. • During the visit, Ms. Bailey provided the completed preservice form for administrators. I shared that after reviewing her information, I would update the administrator’s information in the Regulatory system. • During the visit, I assisted administration with printing an updated Summary of the Law poster from provider documents on the DCDEE website. • During the visit, Ms. Bailey asked me to review the transportation requirements. I reviewed the requirements and shared that a checklist is included on the AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. • During the visit, I recommended to Ms. Bailey that she request outreach assessments for the NC Pre-K classrooms and referred to the NCRLAP website. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2026 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 1/28/2026 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 320 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 4, 2025. The compliance history percentage for the 18-month period is 87%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Robin Bailey, administrator. I introduced myself and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Bailey assisted me with today’s visit. NC Pre-K students and staff were not in attendance due to weather. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina), Inc. was current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time, choice activities and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teachers. Three (3) staff files and seven (7) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. There were two (2) new staff members hired since the facility’s last visit on 10/15/25. The child care consultant made notes on the staff and training worksheets and initialed where notes were made on the documents completed by the administrator. The NC Pre-K site monitoring tool was reviewed. Three (3) NC Pre-K students’ files were reviewed including the assessments, dental screenings and hearing/vision screenings. During the visit, I confirmed that Pathway 2 was the pathway chosen by the facility to obtain its star rated license. I reviewed Pathway 2 with Ms. Bailey and the required paperwork. I highlighted that for 5 stars, reduced, enhanced ratios are required. The facility currently operates with enhanced ratios. I reviewed the staff/child ratio sheet and showed the differences in ratios between the two requirements. Also, I discussed that although the facility has chosen Pathway 2, environment rating scale assessments will still need to be completed for NC Pre-K classrooms. Please review the NC Child Care Rules pertaining to NC Pre-K for more details such as minimum average scores and other requirements. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was reviewed and was last updated on 9/9/25. Medication is currently administered at this facility. A sample of emergency medication and diaper creams were monitored. A parent medication authorization form was not available for review. Transportation is not currently being provided at this facility. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/9/25 with eighteen (18) demerits and an approved classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12/5/25. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Bailey and documented in the visit summary. Violations will need to be corrected before rated license paperwork can be processed. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. A child's bottle in the infant room refrigerator did not have a date noted. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. A parent's medication authorization was not completed for the emergency medication onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. Visual checks were not documented for sleeping infants. .0606(g) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Staff member C.W. did not have an annual staff evaluation on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. A child's health assessment did not included a hearing screening. .3005 (a)(4) 1769 The health assessment did not include a dental screening. A child's file did not contain the required dental screening. .3005 (a)(5) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of the preschool playground mulch was not based on critical height of the equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, before or by February 11, 2026. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reviewed the pathway chosen by the facility with Ms. Bailey. The required paperwork was reviewed as well. • During the visit, Ms. Bailey provided the completed preservice form for administrators. I shared that after reviewing her information, I would update the administrator’s information in the Regulatory system. • During the visit, I assisted administration with printing an updated Summary of the Law poster from provider documents on the DCDEE website. • During the visit, Ms. Bailey asked me to review the transportation requirements. I reviewed the requirements and shared that a checklist is included on the AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. • During the visit, I recommended to Ms. Bailey that she request outreach assessments for the NC Pre-K classrooms and referred to the NCRLAP website. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/15/2025 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 10/15/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to monitor applicable child care rules during a routine unannounced visit. This facility has a five-star license and the compliance history percentage prior to this visit was 91%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Vanessa Randall, Assistant Director. I introduced myself and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Randall assisted me with the walk-through of the facility. Ms. Tamika English, administrator, arrived soon after and assisted me with today’s visit. The following were monitored during this visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space, program records, new staff records, license posted, permit restrictions, discipline and storage of hazardous products and medications. I observed children engaged in outdoor playtime, handwashing procedures and the individual needs of the infants were being met by the teachers. Medication is currently administered at this facility. The storage of diaper cream was observed. The last sanitation inspection was on 10/9/25 with eighteen (18) demerits and an approved classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/24. Ms. English shared that a fire inspection was completed in September 2025 but there are required repairs that are still pending. There were four (4) new staff members hired since the facility’s last annual compliance visit on 2/4/25. I monitored the personnel and medical file for the new staff member. A staff and training worksheet was completed by the child care consultant and a copy was included in today’s visit summary packet. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: 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. An approved fire inspection has not been obtained within 12 months of the previous inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. The bathroom sink in space B2-A needs to be secured to the wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space NCP5 there was a broken cabinet door. .0601(c) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Mushrooms were observed under the slide on the preschool playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space B2-C, an outlet was broken and uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. An infant did not have documentation of visual checks being completed. .0606(g) 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. Staff member J.B. did not obtain the required first aid certification. .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. Staff member J.B. did not obtain the required CPR certification. .1102(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member, J.B. did not complete the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. .1102(g) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email before or by October 29, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the QRIS pathway options with Ms. English and completed a QRIS conversation form. A copy was provided in today’s visit summary packet. • During the visit, I reminded Ms. English that fire inspection reports must be submitted to the Division within one week of completion. • During the visit, I asked Ms. English to make sure that the facility name is updated with Environmental Health. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at Stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/15/2025 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 10/15/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to monitor applicable child care rules during a routine unannounced visit. This facility has a five-star license and the compliance history percentage prior to this visit was 91%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Vanessa Randall, Assistant Director. I introduced myself and shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Randall assisted me with the walk-through of the facility. Ms. Tamika English, administrator, arrived soon after and assisted me with today’s visit. The following were monitored during this visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space, program records, new staff records, license posted, permit restrictions, discipline and storage of hazardous products and medications. I observed children engaged in outdoor playtime, handwashing procedures and the individual needs of the infants were being met by the teachers. Medication is currently administered at this facility. The storage of diaper cream was observed. The last sanitation inspection was on 10/9/25 with eighteen (18) demerits and an approved classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/24. Ms. English shared that a fire inspection was completed in September 2025 but there are required repairs that are still pending. There were four (4) new staff members hired since the facility’s last annual compliance visit on 2/4/25. I monitored the personnel and medical file for the new staff member. A staff and training worksheet was completed by the child care consultant and a copy was included in today’s visit summary packet. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: 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. An approved fire inspection has not been obtained within 12 months of the previous inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 604 Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. The bathroom sink in space B2-A needs to be secured to the wall. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space NCP5 there was a broken cabinet door. .0601(c) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Mushrooms were observed under the slide on the preschool playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space B2-C, an outlet was broken and uncovered. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. An infant did not have documentation of visual checks being completed. .0606(g) 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. Staff member J.B. did not obtain the required first aid certification. .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. Staff member J.B. did not obtain the required CPR certification. .1102(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member, J.B. did not complete the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training. .1102(g) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email before or by October 29, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the QRIS pathway options with Ms. English and completed a QRIS conversation form. A copy was provided in today’s visit summary packet. • During the visit, I reminded Ms. English that fire inspection reports must be submitted to the Division within one week of completion. • During the visit, I asked Ms. English to make sure that the facility name is updated with Environmental Health. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at Stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education 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 .0606 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0725-068L Visit Date: 7/21/2025 Number Present: 36 Completed Date: 7/21/2025 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 70 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during a complaint follow-up visit. During the 7/8/25 complaint visit, a violation regarding staff/child ratios was cited. The violation was unrelated to the allegation. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I stated the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. During the visit, Ms. English shared that the children from the sister site have moved back to their location effective 7/14/25. Ms. English also shared that the new A/C units were installed on 7/9/25. Staff/child ratios, supervision, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions were monitored during the visit. There were thirty-six (36) children present during today’s visit. The children were engaged in lunch time and the individual needs of the infant and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. During the walk-through, a three-month-old infant was sleeping in a crib with a pillow, two (2) positioners and a blanket. I shared that nothing can be in the crib with the infant. The infant teacher’s ITS-SIDS certification was reviewed and is valid through 10-9-27. There was one (1) violation observed during today’s visit. The visit was discussed with Ms. English and documented in today’s visit summary. The violation was as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. In space B2-B, a pillow, two positioners and a blanket were placed in a crib with a sleeping infant. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by August 4, 2025. If needed, the letter may be mailed to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 The compliance letter for the 7/8/25 visit is due before or by tomorrow, 7/22/25. Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the safe sleep practices with Ms. English and reviewed what is not allowed in the crib with a sleeping infant. Please see rule .0606 on pages 19-20 of the NC Child Care Rules. I recommended that Ms. English print rule .0606 and review with all infant staff. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0713 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0725-068L Visit Date: 7/8/2025 Number Present: 47 Completed Date: 7/8/2025 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint allegation. There are concerns that: -there are allegations of violations of child care requirements. The concerns are that activity plans are not provided or followed and materials in the classroom are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. During the visit, I observed supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. There were forty-seven (47) children in attendance during the visit. The children were engaged in outdoor play time on the playgrounds and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. Findings: • I observed the activity plans in each classroom. There were eight (8) classrooms in use during today’s visit. The current activity plans for most of the classrooms were not posted. There was only one (1) classroom that had the current activity plan posted for the week of 7/7/25, all of the other classrooms had activity plans posted for the week of 6/30/25. The activity plans were detailed and created using the Creative Curriculum and the NC Foundations. I asked the administrator who creates the activity plans for the classrooms. She shared that a NC PreK teacher is assisting this summer with supporting the program coordinators at different sites. The teacher develops the activity plans and distributes them to the teachers. I asked the administrator if there is follow up with the teachers to make sure that the plans are being implemented. She replied that the NC PreK teacher came to access each classroom and reviewed classroom arrangements. I shared the concern of it being a Tuesday and that the current activity plans in all of the classrooms except for one were not posted in front of the previous week’s plan. I also did not see evidence within the classrooms of the current activity plans being implemented. • I observed the available materials within the classrooms. The materials within each classroom were developmentally appropriate for the ages being served. During the walk through of the school age group, I asked the administrator if there were other materials available and she replied yes and showed me board games stored in the classroom closet. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today’s visit summary. There was one (1) violation that was cited that was unrelated to the allegations. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 316 Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. In space B2-A, a two year old was in the same classroom with a child under one year of age. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In seven (7) of the eight (8) classrooms observed, the current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by July 22, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Based on the observations and interviews, the allegations of the concerns listed below have been determined to be as follows: There are concerns that: - activity plans are not provided or are not followed- confirmed. -materials used in the classrooms are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom- not confirmed. NCGS 110-91(14): Any effort to falsify information provided to the Department shall be considered by the Secretary to be evidence of violations of this Article on the part of the operator or sponsor of the child care facility and shall constitute a cause for revoking or denying a license to such child care facility. A follow-up visit may be conducted in the near future to monitor for compliance with NC Child Care Rules due to the nature of the violation cited. When an allegation is confirmed, an Administrative Action may be issued. If this occurs, you will be notified and the steps needed to complete the action, if applicable, will be explained. Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development and how this resource can assist staff in providing quality activities and learning experiences for the children. Ms. English was familiar with this resource. Additional copies of the Foundations book were provided during the visit. • During the visit, I discussed the requirement from rule .0713(a)(5) on page 26 of the NC Childcare Rules stating that children under one year of age must be kept separate from children two years of age and older except for during the first and last hour of the operational day and if a physician certifies that the developmental age of the child makes the placement appropriate. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English the need for frequent check-ins with teachers to make sure that the activity plans that are developed for them are being implemented on a daily basis. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance regarding this specific visit, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0725-068L Visit Date: 7/8/2025 Number Present: 47 Completed Date: 7/8/2025 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint allegation. There are concerns that: -there are allegations of violations of child care requirements. The concerns are that activity plans are not provided or followed and materials in the classroom are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. During the visit, I observed supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. There were forty-seven (47) children in attendance during the visit. The children were engaged in outdoor play time on the playgrounds and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. Findings: • I observed the activity plans in each classroom. There were eight (8) classrooms in use during today’s visit. The current activity plans for most of the classrooms were not posted. There was only one (1) classroom that had the current activity plan posted for the week of 7/7/25, all of the other classrooms had activity plans posted for the week of 6/30/25. The activity plans were detailed and created using the Creative Curriculum and the NC Foundations. I asked the administrator who creates the activity plans for the classrooms. She shared that a NC PreK teacher is assisting this summer with supporting the program coordinators at different sites. The teacher develops the activity plans and distributes them to the teachers. I asked the administrator if there is follow up with the teachers to make sure that the plans are being implemented. She replied that the NC PreK teacher came to access each classroom and reviewed classroom arrangements. I shared the concern of it being a Tuesday and that the current activity plans in all of the classrooms except for one were not posted in front of the previous week’s plan. I also did not see evidence within the classrooms of the current activity plans being implemented. • I observed the available materials within the classrooms. The materials within each classroom were developmentally appropriate for the ages being served. During the walk through of the school age group, I asked the administrator if there were other materials available and she replied yes and showed me board games stored in the classroom closet. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today’s visit summary. There was one (1) violation that was cited that was unrelated to the allegations. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 316 Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. In space B2-A, a two year old was in the same classroom with a child under one year of age. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In seven (7) of the eight (8) classrooms observed, the current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by July 22, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Based on the observations and interviews, the allegations of the concerns listed below have been determined to be as follows: There are concerns that: - activity plans are not provided or are not followed- confirmed. -materials used in the classrooms are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom- not confirmed. NCGS 110-91(14): Any effort to falsify information provided to the Department shall be considered by the Secretary to be evidence of violations of this Article on the part of the operator or sponsor of the child care facility and shall constitute a cause for revoking or denying a license to such child care facility. A follow-up visit may be conducted in the near future to monitor for compliance with NC Child Care Rules due to the nature of the violation cited. When an allegation is confirmed, an Administrative Action may be issued. If this occurs, you will be notified and the steps needed to complete the action, if applicable, will be explained. Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development and how this resource can assist staff in providing quality activities and learning experiences for the children. Ms. English was familiar with this resource. Additional copies of the Foundations book were provided during the visit. • During the visit, I discussed the requirement from rule .0713(a)(5) on page 26 of the NC Childcare Rules stating that children under one year of age must be kept separate from children two years of age and older except for during the first and last hour of the operational day and if a physician certifies that the developmental age of the child makes the placement appropriate. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English the need for frequent check-ins with teachers to make sure that the activity plans that are developed for them are being implemented on a daily basis. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance regarding this specific visit, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education 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
NCGS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0725-068L Visit Date: 7/8/2025 Number Present: 47 Completed Date: 7/8/2025 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint allegation. There are concerns that: -there are allegations of violations of child care requirements. The concerns are that activity plans are not provided or followed and materials in the classroom are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. During the visit, I observed supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. I conducted a walk-through of the facility. There were forty-seven (47) children in attendance during the visit. The children were engaged in outdoor play time on the playgrounds and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. Findings: • I observed the activity plans in each classroom. There were eight (8) classrooms in use during today’s visit. The current activity plans for most of the classrooms were not posted. There was only one (1) classroom that had the current activity plan posted for the week of 7/7/25, all of the other classrooms had activity plans posted for the week of 6/30/25. The activity plans were detailed and created using the Creative Curriculum and the NC Foundations. I asked the administrator who creates the activity plans for the classrooms. She shared that a NC PreK teacher is assisting this summer with supporting the program coordinators at different sites. The teacher develops the activity plans and distributes them to the teachers. I asked the administrator if there is follow up with the teachers to make sure that the plans are being implemented. She replied that the NC PreK teacher came to access each classroom and reviewed classroom arrangements. I shared the concern of it being a Tuesday and that the current activity plans in all of the classrooms except for one were not posted in front of the previous week’s plan. I also did not see evidence within the classrooms of the current activity plans being implemented. • I observed the available materials within the classrooms. The materials within each classroom were developmentally appropriate for the ages being served. During the walk through of the school age group, I asked the administrator if there were other materials available and she replied yes and showed me board games stored in the classroom closet. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today’s visit summary. There was one (1) violation that was cited that was unrelated to the allegations. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 316 Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. In space B2-A, a two year old was in the same classroom with a child under one year of age. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In seven (7) of the eight (8) classrooms observed, the current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by July 22, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Based on the observations and interviews, the allegations of the concerns listed below have been determined to be as follows: There are concerns that: - activity plans are not provided or are not followed- confirmed. -materials used in the classrooms are not developmentally appropriate for the various age groups within the classroom- not confirmed. NCGS 110-91(14): Any effort to falsify information provided to the Department shall be considered by the Secretary to be evidence of violations of this Article on the part of the operator or sponsor of the child care facility and shall constitute a cause for revoking or denying a license to such child care facility. A follow-up visit may be conducted in the near future to monitor for compliance with NC Child Care Rules due to the nature of the violation cited. When an allegation is confirmed, an Administrative Action may be issued. If this occurs, you will be notified and the steps needed to complete the action, if applicable, will be explained. Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I discussed the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development and how this resource can assist staff in providing quality activities and learning experiences for the children. Ms. English was familiar with this resource. Additional copies of the Foundations book were provided during the visit. • During the visit, I discussed the requirement from rule .0713(a)(5) on page 26 of the NC Childcare Rules stating that children under one year of age must be kept separate from children two years of age and older except for during the first and last hour of the operational day and if a physician certifies that the developmental age of the child makes the placement appropriate. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English the need for frequent check-ins with teachers to make sure that the activity plans that are developed for them are being implemented on a daily basis. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance regarding this specific visit, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education 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 .0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/4/2025 Number Present: 87 Completed Date: 2/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 340 Time In: 09:05 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 conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 6, 2024. The compliance history percentage for the 18-month period is 96%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. Ms. English transferred from another Smart Kids site and became the new administrator on 10/28/24. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina) Inc. is current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in choice activities, outside play time on the playgrounds, handwashing procedures and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. The classrooms that were opened on 1/6/25 for the children who were transferred from Smart Kids CDC #2 were monitored. Children under 2.5 years of age were placed in classrooms with direct exits. During the visit, the evacuation crib in the infant classroom was rolled through the exit door to ensure clearance. Eight (8) staff files and twelve (12) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. There were four (4) new staff members hired since the last annual compliance visit. Five (5) of the twelve (12) children’s files monitored were for children enrolled in the NC Pre-K program. I made updates on the staff and training worksheets provided and initialed where I noted updates. The dental screenings, assessments (PEDS test) and hearing and vision screenings were monitored for the NC Pre-K files. The site monitoring tool was reviewed. Three (3) classrooms were monitored on 10/23/24 by the site NC Pre-K administrator. A visit was conducted on 11/20/24 by the NC Pre-K contracting agency. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was reviewed during today’s visit and last updated by the administrator on 2/3/25. Medication is not currently administered at this facility Transportation is currently being provided at this facility. The interior and exterior of the bus was monitored. The required materials and documents were observed in the vehicle, license # JCA-6597. The registration is valid through 2/28/25 and the insurance provided by Nationwide is valid through 3/10/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 7/31/24 with six (6) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/24. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 115 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center. A summary of the law was not posted. G.S. 110-102 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Some bottles in the infant classroom refrigerator did not have a date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. An infant's feeding plan did not contain the parent's signature. .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space B2-A, three outlets were not covered and an outlet plate was broken and accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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 available for the months of October 2024 and January 2025. .0605(q) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Some of the children's files did not contain the parent's acknowledgment of the facility's discipline policy. .1804(c) 1767 The health assessment did not include a vision screening. An NC Pre-K child's file did not contain the required vision screening. .3005 (a)(3) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. An NC Pre-K child's file did not contain the required hearing screening. .3005 (a)(4) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, before or by February 18, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. English that the hold harmless status has been extended for child care facilities until the new QRIS is implemented per Senate Bill 425. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English that when she obtains the next approved fire inspection report that it must be submitted to me, via email, within one week. • During the visit, I gave a preservice form to Ms. English to complete and return to me, via email, to update her information in the Regulatory system. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English the need to review documents submitted by parents as soon as possible to ensure that signatures are obtained and documented are completed as required. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms English the need to fill the playground balls with air. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-102 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/4/2025 Number Present: 87 Completed Date: 2/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 340 Time In: 09:05 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 conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 6, 2024. The compliance history percentage for the 18-month period is 96%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. Ms. English transferred from another Smart Kids site and became the new administrator on 10/28/24. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina) Inc. is current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in choice activities, outside play time on the playgrounds, handwashing procedures and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. The classrooms that were opened on 1/6/25 for the children who were transferred from Smart Kids CDC #2 were monitored. Children under 2.5 years of age were placed in classrooms with direct exits. During the visit, the evacuation crib in the infant classroom was rolled through the exit door to ensure clearance. Eight (8) staff files and twelve (12) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. There were four (4) new staff members hired since the last annual compliance visit. Five (5) of the twelve (12) children’s files monitored were for children enrolled in the NC Pre-K program. I made updates on the staff and training worksheets provided and initialed where I noted updates. The dental screenings, assessments (PEDS test) and hearing and vision screenings were monitored for the NC Pre-K files. The site monitoring tool was reviewed. Three (3) classrooms were monitored on 10/23/24 by the site NC Pre-K administrator. A visit was conducted on 11/20/24 by the NC Pre-K contracting agency. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan was reviewed during today’s visit and last updated by the administrator on 2/3/25. Medication is not currently administered at this facility Transportation is currently being provided at this facility. The interior and exterior of the bus was monitored. The required materials and documents were observed in the vehicle, license # JCA-6597. The registration is valid through 2/28/25 and the insurance provided by Nationwide is valid through 3/10/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 7/31/24 with six (6) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/24. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 115 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center. A summary of the law was not posted. G.S. 110-102 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Some bottles in the infant classroom refrigerator did not have a date. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. An infant's feeding plan did not contain the parent's signature. .0902(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space B2-A, three outlets were not covered and an outlet plate was broken and accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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 available for the months of October 2024 and January 2025. .0605(q) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Some of the children's files did not contain the parent's acknowledgment of the facility's discipline policy. .1804(c) 1767 The health assessment did not include a vision screening. An NC Pre-K child's file did not contain the required vision screening. .3005 (a)(3) 1768 The health assessment did not include a hearing screening. An NC Pre-K child's file did not contain the required hearing screening. .3005 (a)(4) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, before or by February 18, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. English that the hold harmless status has been extended for child care facilities until the new QRIS is implemented per Senate Bill 425. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English that when she obtains the next approved fire inspection report that it must be submitted to me, via email, within one week. • During the visit, I gave a preservice form to Ms. English to complete and return to me, via email, to update her information in the Regulatory system. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. English the need to review documents submitted by parents as soon as possible to ensure that signatures are obtained and documented are completed as required. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms English the need to fill the playground balls with air. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2024 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 2/6/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 295 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 8, 2023. The compliance history percentage for the 18 month period is 91%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tempess Martin, Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Martin assisted me with today’s visit. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina) Inc. is current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to today’s visit, the NC Pre-K Plan was monitored to check the status of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff placement. All of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff members were found active in the system. The facility's site monitoring tool was reviewed during the visit. The NC Pre-K director monitored the program on 10/24/23 and reviewed by the Contracting agency staff on 1/25/24. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time, music and movement and choice activities. Six (6) staff files and thirteen(13) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. Three (3) of the thirteen (13) children’s files were for NC Pre-K. Medication is currently administered at this facility. Emergency medication was monitored along with the parent authorization to administer medication. Transportation is provided at this facility. The interior and exterior of the two (2) vans were monitored. Van #1- lic JCA-6598 and Van #2 – lic JCA-6597 have vehicle registrations valid through 2/29/24 and the insurance provided by Wesco Insurance Co is valid from 3/10/23 through 3/10/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/5/23 with eight (8) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 10/16/23. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Martin and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The sink in space B2-A needs to be re-caulked. It is detaching from the wall. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The emergency information in the vehicle did not contain photographs for all of the children being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child's file did not contain a complete transportation permission form. .1003(i)(j) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child's file did not contain the required health assessment record. GS110-91(1) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, M.T. did not complete the required health and safety trainings within one year of employment. .1102(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by February 20, 2024. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Martin that this facility is in cohort #3 with a prep year of 7/1/25-6/30/26 and a reassessment year of 7/1/26-6/30/27. • During the visit, I shared with Ms. Martin that the right front tire on van #11 should be serviced soon. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2024 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 2/6/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 295 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 8, 2023. The compliance history percentage for the 18 month period is 91%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tempess Martin, Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Martin assisted me with today’s visit. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina) Inc. is current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to today’s visit, the NC Pre-K Plan was monitored to check the status of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff placement. All of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff members were found active in the system. The facility's site monitoring tool was reviewed during the visit. The NC Pre-K director monitored the program on 10/24/23 and reviewed by the Contracting agency staff on 1/25/24. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time, music and movement and choice activities. Six (6) staff files and thirteen(13) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. Three (3) of the thirteen (13) children’s files were for NC Pre-K. Medication is currently administered at this facility. Emergency medication was monitored along with the parent authorization to administer medication. Transportation is provided at this facility. The interior and exterior of the two (2) vans were monitored. Van #1- lic JCA-6598 and Van #2 – lic JCA-6597 have vehicle registrations valid through 2/29/24 and the insurance provided by Wesco Insurance Co is valid from 3/10/23 through 3/10/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/5/23 with eight (8) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 10/16/23. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Martin and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The sink in space B2-A needs to be re-caulked. It is detaching from the wall. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The emergency information in the vehicle did not contain photographs for all of the children being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child's file did not contain a complete transportation permission form. .1003(i)(j) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child's file did not contain the required health assessment record. GS110-91(1) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, M.T. did not complete the required health and safety trainings within one year of employment. .1102(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by February 20, 2024. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Martin that this facility is in cohort #3 with a prep year of 7/1/25-6/30/26 and a reassessment year of 7/1/26-6/30/27. • During the visit, I shared with Ms. Martin that the right front tire on van #11 should be serviced soon. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education 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
GS110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/6/2024 Number Present: 57 Completed Date: 2/6/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 295 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 01:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 8, 2023. The compliance history percentage for the 18 month period is 91%. The facility currently holds a five-star license. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tempess Martin, Administrator. I shared the reason for the visit. Ms. Martin assisted me with today’s visit. The Secretary of State’s website was monitored and LJ Schools (Carolina) Inc. is current and active. I used the “Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers” as a monitoring tool during today’s visit. Prior to today’s visit, the NC Pre-K Plan was monitored to check the status of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff placement. All of the facility’s NC Pre-K staff members were found active in the system. The facility's site monitoring tool was reviewed during the visit. The NC Pre-K director monitored the program on 10/24/23 and reviewed by the Contracting agency staff on 1/25/24. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time, music and movement and choice activities. Six (6) staff files and thirteen(13) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. Three (3) of the thirteen (13) children’s files were for NC Pre-K. Medication is currently administered at this facility. Emergency medication was monitored along with the parent authorization to administer medication. Transportation is provided at this facility. The interior and exterior of the two (2) vans were monitored. Van #1- lic JCA-6598 and Van #2 – lic JCA-6597 have vehicle registrations valid through 2/29/24 and the insurance provided by Wesco Insurance Co is valid from 3/10/23 through 3/10/24. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/5/23 with eight (8) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 10/16/23. A copy of the computer-generated visit summary and enrollment worksheet were provided during the visit along with a copy of the “AC Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers”. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. Martin and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The sink in space B2-A needs to be re-caulked. It is detaching from the wall. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The emergency information in the vehicle did not contain photographs for all of the children being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child's file did not contain a complete transportation permission form. .1003(i)(j) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A child's file did not contain the required health assessment record. GS110-91(1) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, M.T. did not complete the required health and safety trainings within one year of employment. .1102(a) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter of compliance will need to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected. Include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email, by February 20, 2024. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I reminded Ms. Martin that this facility is in cohort #3 with a prep year of 7/1/25-6/30/26 and a reassessment year of 7/1/26-6/30/27. • During the visit, I shared with Ms. Martin that the right front tire on van #11 should be serviced soon. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH-1 Facility ID: 60004104 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/17/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 8/17/2023 Age: From 5 To 9 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this visit was to monitor applicable child care rules during a routine unannounced visit. This facility has a five-star rated license and the compliance history percentage prior to this visit was 90%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tempess Martin, Administrator. I stated the reason for the visit. Ms. Martin assisted me with today’s visit. Ms. Lakeysha Thomas, Assistant Director assisted with the visit as well. The following was monitored during this visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space, program records, new staff records, license posted, permit restrictions, discipline and storage of hazardous products and medications. During the visit, Ms. Martin shared that building #2 will undergo a deep cleaning next week and the children will be served again started at the end of August 2023. I observed that the needed repairs had been completed. New toilets were installed and rooms were being prepped for cleaning. There were a total of thirteen (13) children present during the visit. I observed children engaged in outdoor play time. The last sanitation inspection was on 11/17/22 with nine (9) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/29/22. Medication is not administered at this facility. There was one (1) new staff member hired since the facility’s last annual compliance visit on 2/8/23. I monitored the file for compliance with NC Child Care Rules. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. Martin and Ms. Thomas and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current daily schedule was not posted in space NCP5. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in space #NCP5. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. Incident logs were not maintained and had not been kept for incident reports completed June to August 2023. .0802(g)(1-6) All violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A letter needs to be sent to me stating how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Please include the violation number, statement of compliance, license ID and your signature in the letter. Your compliance letter must be received, via email by August 31, 2023. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources: • During the visit, I provided a copy of the updated incident log to Ms. Thomas. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ to get the latest updates. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 980-867-8005 or via email at Stephanie.palmer@dhhs.nc.gov. Stephanie Palmer Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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