G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/12/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 11/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 2 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:20 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 92%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator and Ms. Vanessa Randall, Assistant Director. I shared the reason for the visit and Ms. English and Ms. Randall 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 choice activities and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teachers. Medication is currently administered at this facility. The storage of the medication was monitored. The last sanitation inspection was on 10/9/25 with nine (9) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/25. There were three (3) new staff members hired since the facility’s last annual compliance visit on 3/10/25. I monitored the personnel and medical file for the new staff members. A staff and training worksheet was completed by the administrator and a copy was included in today’s visit summary packet. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and Ms. Randall and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in spaces 2 and 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 615 Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users. Blankets used for rest time were not stored as required in spaces 2 and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The gym mat in the outdoor learning environment needs to be cleaned. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not completed for July-October 2025. .0605(q) 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 D.S. needs to complete the 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 D.S. needs to complete the 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.T. did not take the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .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 November 26, 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 Ms. Randall and completed a QRIS conversation form. A copy was provided in today’s visit summary packet. • During the visit, I discussed the proper storage of children’s blankets for rest time with administration staff. • During the visit, I discussed with administration staff that the cpr training taken must cover training for the age of the children being cared for. 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.

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/12/2025 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 11/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 2 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:20 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 92%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator and Ms. Vanessa Randall, Assistant Director. I shared the reason for the visit and Ms. English and Ms. Randall 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 choice activities and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teachers. Medication is currently administered at this facility. The storage of the medication was monitored. The last sanitation inspection was on 10/9/25 with nine (9) demerits and a superior classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/25. There were three (3) new staff members hired since the facility’s last annual compliance visit on 3/10/25. I monitored the personnel and medical file for the new staff members. A staff and training worksheet was completed by the administrator and a copy was included in today’s visit summary packet. The violations cited during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and Ms. Randall and documented in the visit summary. The following violations were observed during the visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not posted in spaces 2 and 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 615 Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users. Blankets used for rest time were not stored as required in spaces 2 and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The gym mat in the outdoor learning environment needs to be cleaned. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspections were not completed for July-October 2025. .0605(q) 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 D.S. needs to complete the 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 D.S. needs to complete the 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.T. did not take the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. .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 November 26, 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 Ms. Randall and completed a QRIS conversation form. A copy was provided in today’s visit summary packet. • During the visit, I discussed the proper storage of children’s blankets for rest time with administration staff. • During the visit, I discussed with administration staff that the cpr training taken must cover training for the age of the children being cared for. 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

NCGS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1025-102L Visit Date: 10/13/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 10/13/2025 Age: From 0 To 2 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Self Report Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate a self report. There are concerns that: -there are allegations of violations of child care requirements. The concern is that staff did not adequately supervise children in care. 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 fourteen (14) children in attendance during the visit. The children were engaged in painting, choice activities and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teachers. Findings: • During the visit, I asked the administrator to share her understanding of what occurred. She shared that when a parent arrived to pick up her infant, the two staff members present in the classroom could not locate the infant. The infant was found underneath a crib. The child was not injured. The incident occurred around 4:30 pm and a total of six children were present. I asked the administrator if the child is still enrolled and she replied yes and there has been no break in attendance. The infant can roll over and a sign was observed posted above the infant’s crib. • During the visit, I reviewed statements made from the two staff members that were involved in the incident. Based upon the information provided in the statements, adequate supervision is in question. • During the visit, I monitored the ITS-SIDS certifications for staff present during the incident and the current staff assigned to the infant classroom. All staff had current ITS-SIDS certification except for one whose certification is due by 10/18/25. Administrator confirmed that the staff person without her certification did not work alone in the infant classroom. • I asked the administrator regarding camera footage. She shared that currently there is only live footage and that when they tried to retrieve footage from the date in question, they did not have the password to access the footage. She further shared that a work ticket was placed to reset the password. The ticket was shared with me during the visit. • During the visit, I asked the administrator what measures have been taken to prevent reoccurrence. She shared the following: furniture was rearranged after the incident. Boundaries were made to help keep children on the rug. All EHS staff were required to attend a supervision training on 10/9/25. During the visit, the administrator requested the agenda from the trainer to submit to me. The two staff members involved were suspended effective 10/9/25, but had been removed from the classroom on 10/7/25. • During the visit, I observed staff/child interactions within the infant classroom via live camera footage. The violation documented during the visit was discussed with Ms. English and documented in today’s visit summary. The violation was as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. During an incident that occurred on 10/6/25, children were not adequately supervised at all times. .1801(a)(1-5) 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 October 27, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Based on the staff statements, observations, interview and previous information, the allegations of the concern listed below has been determined to be as follows: There are concerns that: -staff did not adequately supervise children- 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, Ms. English asked a question regarding staff status in connection to the incident that occurred. I replied that staff discipline and work status is up to the facility administration and/or owner. • During the visit, I reviewed the meaning of adequate supervision with Ms. English (please see rule .1801 (a)(1-5)) and stressed that there may be tasks that staff want to complete while children are still in care, but should wait until after the children are no longer present. We discussed specific examples. 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.

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/28/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 5/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced follow-up visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care rules. During the 3/10/25 annual compliance visit, the facility was not in operation as they were awaiting approval to become an Early Head Start program. The children and staff had relocated to the site across the street, to Smart Kids Child Development Center #1. This facility was approved for Early Head Start and resumed operation on 4/16/25. This facility currently has a five-star license. The compliance history percentage for the last 18-month period is 96%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit and Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. The following were monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. In addition, the items that could not be monitored at the annual compliance visit were monitored during today’s visit. The following were monitored: children’s files, staff files, transportation and medication. Currently, this facility is not administering medication nor is transportation provided. There were fifteen (15) children in attendance during the visit. I observed children engaged in table activities, playing with blocks and the individual needs of the infants were being met by the teachers. There are currently nineteen (19) children enrolled in this facility. An enrollment worksheet was completed during today’s visit. There are three (3) classrooms in operation and two (2) classrooms were in use during today’s visit. One (1) class started on 4/16/25 and the other two (2) classes started on 5/19/25. The latest sanitation inspection was completed on 3/27/25 with two (2) demerits and a superior classification. The latest fire inspection was completed on 7/3/24. Six (6) staff personnel and medical files were reviewed today. I completed a staff and training worksheet and included a copy with today’s visit summary. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today's visit summary. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. An activity plan was posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not available for three (3) infants. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. The medical report for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. 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. The TB test or screening for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. .0701(a) 1850 Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children. Signage regarding smoking and tobacco restriction was not posted at the entrance of the center. .0604(i) 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 June 11, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources • During today’s visit, a preservice administrator’s form was given to Ms. English to complete and return to me in order to update the administrator’s information in the Regulatory system. • During today’s visit, Ms. English asked regarding the requirements for a nursing room for breastfeeding mothers. I shared the requirements and referenced rule .0901 (k) of the NC Childcare Rules on pg 35. • During the visit, Ms. English asked a question regarding formula provided by the center. I referenced rule .2804 (f) on pg 5 of the Sanitation rules. • During the visit, I discussed the due dates for on-going training, Health and Safety training, CPR, first aid and Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for new staff. 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/28/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 5/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced follow-up visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care rules. During the 3/10/25 annual compliance visit, the facility was not in operation as they were awaiting approval to become an Early Head Start program. The children and staff had relocated to the site across the street, to Smart Kids Child Development Center #1. This facility was approved for Early Head Start and resumed operation on 4/16/25. This facility currently has a five-star license. The compliance history percentage for the last 18-month period is 96%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit and Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. The following were monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. In addition, the items that could not be monitored at the annual compliance visit were monitored during today’s visit. The following were monitored: children’s files, staff files, transportation and medication. Currently, this facility is not administering medication nor is transportation provided. There were fifteen (15) children in attendance during the visit. I observed children engaged in table activities, playing with blocks and the individual needs of the infants were being met by the teachers. There are currently nineteen (19) children enrolled in this facility. An enrollment worksheet was completed during today’s visit. There are three (3) classrooms in operation and two (2) classrooms were in use during today’s visit. One (1) class started on 4/16/25 and the other two (2) classes started on 5/19/25. The latest sanitation inspection was completed on 3/27/25 with two (2) demerits and a superior classification. The latest fire inspection was completed on 7/3/24. Six (6) staff personnel and medical files were reviewed today. I completed a staff and training worksheet and included a copy with today’s visit summary. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today's visit summary. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. An activity plan was posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not available for three (3) infants. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. The medical report for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. 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. The TB test or screening for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. .0701(a) 1850 Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children. Signage regarding smoking and tobacco restriction was not posted at the entrance of the center. .0604(i) 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 June 11, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources • During today’s visit, a preservice administrator’s form was given to Ms. English to complete and return to me in order to update the administrator’s information in the Regulatory system. • During today’s visit, Ms. English asked regarding the requirements for a nursing room for breastfeeding mothers. I shared the requirements and referenced rule .0901 (k) of the NC Childcare Rules on pg 35. • During the visit, Ms. English asked a question regarding formula provided by the center. I referenced rule .2804 (f) on pg 5 of the Sanitation rules. • During the visit, I discussed the due dates for on-going training, Health and Safety training, CPR, first aid and Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for new staff. 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/28/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 5/28/2025 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 185 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced follow-up visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable child care rules. During the 3/10/25 annual compliance visit, the facility was not in operation as they were awaiting approval to become an Early Head Start program. The children and staff had relocated to the site across the street, to Smart Kids Child Development Center #1. This facility was approved for Early Head Start and resumed operation on 4/16/25. This facility currently has a five-star license. The compliance history percentage for the last 18-month period is 96%. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Tamika English, administrator. I shared the reason for the visit and Ms. English assisted me with today’s visit. The following were monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratio, safety, adequate/approved space and permit restrictions. In addition, the items that could not be monitored at the annual compliance visit were monitored during today’s visit. The following were monitored: children’s files, staff files, transportation and medication. Currently, this facility is not administering medication nor is transportation provided. There were fifteen (15) children in attendance during the visit. I observed children engaged in table activities, playing with blocks and the individual needs of the infants were being met by the teachers. There are currently nineteen (19) children enrolled in this facility. An enrollment worksheet was completed during today’s visit. There are three (3) classrooms in operation and two (2) classrooms were in use during today’s visit. One (1) class started on 4/16/25 and the other two (2) classes started on 5/19/25. The latest sanitation inspection was completed on 3/27/25 with two (2) demerits and a superior classification. The latest fire inspection was completed on 7/3/24. Six (6) staff personnel and medical files were reviewed today. I completed a staff and training worksheet and included a copy with today’s visit summary. The violations observed during the visit were discussed with Ms. English and documented in today's visit summary. The violations were as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A schedule was not posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. An activity plan was posted in space #5. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not available for three (3) infants. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 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. The medical report for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. 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. The TB test or screening for staff members A.A. and S.D. were completed after employment began. .0701(a) 1850 Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children. Signage regarding smoking and tobacco restriction was not posted at the entrance of the center. .0604(i) 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 June 11, 2025. If needed, send your letter to: Stephanie Palmer PO Box 481335 Charlotte, NC 28269 Technical Assistance/Resources • During today’s visit, a preservice administrator’s form was given to Ms. English to complete and return to me in order to update the administrator’s information in the Regulatory system. • During today’s visit, Ms. English asked regarding the requirements for a nursing room for breastfeeding mothers. I shared the requirements and referenced rule .0901 (k) of the NC Childcare Rules on pg 35. • During the visit, Ms. English asked a question regarding formula provided by the center. I referenced rule .2804 (f) on pg 5 of the Sanitation rules. • During the visit, I discussed the due dates for on-going training, Health and Safety training, CPR, first aid and Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training for new staff. 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 38 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 159 Time In: 09:02 AM Time Out: 11:41 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. T. Martin and I shared the reason for the visit. She assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star License. The license was posted, with restrictions to first and second (1st and 2nd) shift care, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space and enhanced ratios minus one. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93 %) percent as of today’s visit. The following items were monitored: Licensing Posted, Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratio, Supervision, Specialized Trainings, Storage of Hazardous Substances and Storage of Medication, Program Records, and General Safety. The fire inspection has not occurred since the last visit but Ms. Martin expects the Fire Marshall to come out this Friday for the inspection. I reminded her to send the completed passing copy of the inspection to her Consultant within seven (7) days. The following items above were found in/out of compliance. The following inspections are below. •Last fire drill was conducted on7/3/24. •Last Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill was conducted 6/18/24. •Last Playground Inspection was conducted on 7/5/24. •The Sanitation inspection occurred 7/31/24 and received a Superior classification. The children were observed in the room that serves infants teacher directed self-help care routines such as bottle feeding and eating breakfast. There were two (2) new infants in the classroom whose needs were being met in a very appropriate time frame. The children in the room that serves toddlers were participating in self-directed free choice activities. The children in the preschool room were participating in teacher led circle time and preparing to choose their learning centers. The children in the room serving Summer Pre K children were participating in their morning routines and preparing for self-directed learning center time. One teacher in the Pre-K room demonstrated an excellent approach to help with the excitement in the classroom. Outdoor Learning Environment: There are two outdoor learning environments used both were in compliance and the OLE for older children had just received new mulch. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheets were completed before the visit. There were three (3) new files to monitor. The files were well maintained and easy to navigate. Medication: It was reported that there is no emergency medication provided or needed. Weapons: Today you reported that your facility was in compliance with childcare requirements regarding firearms. Nutrition: The menus and allergy list was posted and in compliance. For lunch the children were having sloppy joes with a whole wheat bun. tater tots, fruit and milk. Transportation: Transportation was not monitored. There were two (2) violations observed during the visit and both were corrected. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the room that serves Pre Kindergarten aged children a current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff member D.W. did not have a current completed health questionnaire in the staff medical files. .0701(a) 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 (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License •Hold Harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort #1 (number one) are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort #2 (number two) do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. Upon request, a childcare facility may be awarded a star-rated license based on accreditation from a national childhood education accreditation organization provided the facility maintains its accreditation and remains in good standing. •Use this time for staff to update their information in the WORKS database. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. Have all staff update their education including certifications. Technical Assistance •We discussed one teacher who moved into the infant classroom and will move back to the afterschool classroom in August when CMS school begins. If she stays in the infant classroom until she moves to the afterschool room, she will need to register and complete the ITS/SIDS training to maintain compliance. •As are reminder, Emergency Information Forms must be completed on or before the first day of employment. •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating child care centers to test water initially and every three years. Family child care homes are required to test water for lead once. o DCDEE encourages you to utilize the Clean Classrooms for Children’s program. You can take the pre-enrollment webinars which is available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina then enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina completing the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. Keep mindful that once you evaluate potential hazards and receive results if there are recommendations and/or water mitigation support is needed they will provide direction in how to mitigate and ways to fund said mitigation. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged you to ask any questions and you stated that you had none. 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 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter 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.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LEARNING JUNGLE LAMBETH Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2024 Number Present: 38 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 159 Time In: 09:02 AM Time Out: 11:41 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. T. Martin and I shared the reason for the visit. She assisted me with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star License. The license was posted, with restrictions to first and second (1st and 2nd) shift care, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space and enhanced ratios minus one. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-three (93 %) percent as of today’s visit. The following items were monitored: Licensing Posted, Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratio, Supervision, Specialized Trainings, Storage of Hazardous Substances and Storage of Medication, Program Records, and General Safety. The fire inspection has not occurred since the last visit but Ms. Martin expects the Fire Marshall to come out this Friday for the inspection. I reminded her to send the completed passing copy of the inspection to her Consultant within seven (7) days. The following items above were found in/out of compliance. The following inspections are below. •Last fire drill was conducted on7/3/24. •Last Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill was conducted 6/18/24. •Last Playground Inspection was conducted on 7/5/24. •The Sanitation inspection occurred 7/31/24 and received a Superior classification. The children were observed in the room that serves infants teacher directed self-help care routines such as bottle feeding and eating breakfast. There were two (2) new infants in the classroom whose needs were being met in a very appropriate time frame. The children in the room that serves toddlers were participating in self-directed free choice activities. The children in the preschool room were participating in teacher led circle time and preparing to choose their learning centers. The children in the room serving Summer Pre K children were participating in their morning routines and preparing for self-directed learning center time. One teacher in the Pre-K room demonstrated an excellent approach to help with the excitement in the classroom. Outdoor Learning Environment: There are two outdoor learning environments used both were in compliance and the OLE for older children had just received new mulch. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheets were completed before the visit. There were three (3) new files to monitor. The files were well maintained and easy to navigate. Medication: It was reported that there is no emergency medication provided or needed. Weapons: Today you reported that your facility was in compliance with childcare requirements regarding firearms. Nutrition: The menus and allergy list was posted and in compliance. For lunch the children were having sloppy joes with a whole wheat bun. tater tots, fruit and milk. Transportation: Transportation was not monitored. There were two (2) violations observed during the visit and both were corrected. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the room that serves Pre Kindergarten aged children a current activity plan was not posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff member D.W. did not have a current completed health questionnaire in the staff medical files. .0701(a) 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 (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License •Hold Harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort #1 (number one) are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort #2 (number two) do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. Upon request, a childcare facility may be awarded a star-rated license based on accreditation from a national childhood education accreditation organization provided the facility maintains its accreditation and remains in good standing. •Use this time for staff to update their information in the WORKS database. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. Have all staff update their education including certifications. Technical Assistance •We discussed one teacher who moved into the infant classroom and will move back to the afterschool classroom in August when CMS school begins. If she stays in the infant classroom until she moves to the afterschool room, she will need to register and complete the ITS/SIDS training to maintain compliance. •As are reminder, Emergency Information Forms must be completed on or before the first day of employment. •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating child care centers to test water initially and every three years. Family child care homes are required to test water for lead once. o DCDEE encourages you to utilize the Clean Classrooms for Children’s program. You can take the pre-enrollment webinars which is available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina then enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina completing the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. Keep mindful that once you evaluate potential hazards and receive results if there are recommendations and/or water mitigation support is needed they will provide direction in how to mitigate and ways to fund said mitigation. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged you to ask any questions and you stated that you had none. 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 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter 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 Facility ID: 60004103 Consultant: STEPHANIE PALMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/31/2024 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/31/2024 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:20 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to conduct an annual compliance visit. The last annual compliance visit for this facility was conducted on February 2, 2023. The compliance history percentage for the 18 month period is 93%. 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. I observed postings, indoor and outdoor spaces, safety and program management. Observations: I observed the children engaged in circle time (weather and calendar), circle time (songs) and the individual needs of the infants and young toddlers were being met by the teacher. Positive interactions were observed between the teachers and children. Two (2) staff files and three (3) children’s files were monitored during the visit for compliance with NC Childcare Rules. One staff file was for a new hire. Medication is currently administered at this facility. The emergency medication and parent authorization documentation were monitored. Transportation is not provided at this facility. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/5/23 with seven (7) 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 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. A child's feeding plan did not contain the parent's or staff member's signature and date. .0902(a) 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. GS110-91(1) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, L.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 14, 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 discussed with Ms. Martin that emergency medication for chronic conditions may have a parent’s standing authorization for up to 6 months. Please see rule reference .0803(6) on pages 30-31 of the NC Child Care Rules. • During the visit, I discussed with Ms. Martin the requirements for on-going training hours. A staff member with a four-year degree or higher is required to have at least 5 hours of on-going training. • During the visit, Ms. Martin and I reviewed the education standards worksheet for Lead Teachers. Ms. Martin asked for clarification on how the points are calculated. 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.