10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2026 Number Present: 80 Completed Date: 1/29/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 261 Time In: 01:54 PM Time Out: 06:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 85% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Angela Hostettler, Office Manager, and I explained the purpose of the visit. She stated Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Director, was in a classroom covering lunch breaks. Ms. Simpson was informed I was onsite and she accompanied me on the walkthrough. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Nine (9) classrooms were currently being used. The heat was not working in Spaces 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205. The classrooms were closed and the hall door was closed. In Space 102 for infant care I observed two infants sleeping. One (1) was placed in her crib and one was sleeping on a cot. Three (3) toddlers were present and sleeping on cots. Safe sleep checks were documented as required. Three (3) toddlers under 15 months of age were moved to the classroom today. Feeding schedules for the three (3) children were not posted in the classroom. Toddlers were observed in the lunch spaces finishing afternoon snack. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed children leaving the lunch room space and walking down the hall to their classrooms. Preschool aged children were observed participating in free choice play. Teachers were observed redirecting children and sitting with children as they played. Adequate and active supervision was observed. Arrival times were documented in the ProCare App. Teachers also conduct headcounts every half hour. Children were not being signed out on the headcount sheet when they were transitioned to the another classroom. I explained the headcount sheets should reflect where children are at all times and should be an accurate account of who was present in the classroom. Five (5) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 4/29/25 and their files were reviewed. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Emergency medications were monitored. A child’s albuterol was stored in a locked medicine box. Ms. Simpson removed the medication and stored the medication on a shelf above five feet. Required forms were completed for the medication. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. The last fire inspection was conducted 4/16/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 1/29/26 and received a superior rating. Violation Number Comment Rule 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). Three (3) children under 15 months of age in Space 102 did not have feeding schedules posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 607 Separate lavatories with hot and cold running water, soap, and individual sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices were not available for staff in food preparation areas or diaper changing areas. The soap dispenser was empty in Space 105. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Cots were not labeled in Space 102, 112, and 114. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 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. A toddler was sleeping on a cot underneath an outlet that did not have the protective cover in Space 102. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a TB test result older than 12 months. The test result was dated 9/22/23. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a medical statement older than 12 months. The medical statement was dated 1/3/23. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current CPR training. .1102(d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 12, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - We discussed the new Pathways to licensure. The facility currently operated with a notice of compliance and Ms. Simpson stated they were not interested in changing to a rated license at this time. - Children should be signed out of a classroom attendance when transitioned to another space. The time the child left the room and where the child went should be documented to ensure staff know where children are at all times. - Staff should document when they lay an infant in their crib on the safe sleep check and should indicate the infant was placed on their back even if they immediately roll over to stomach or side. At the first 15 minute sleep check if the infant is still awake staff should remove the child from the crib and try resting at another time. - The previous director did not create the center roster in ABCMS. I showed Ms. Simpson where to find ABCMS training and explained the roster should be created after taking the training. I will review the roster during the annual compliance visit. - I spoke with N. Bruce from environmental health today and confirmed the center may prepare food in the upper campus kitchen and deliver to the child care facility as long as it is transported in a warmer. She also stated that if the center began using the classrooms that were currently closed due to no heat and chose to use alternative heat sources they must contact Ms. Bruce at 704-507-4238 for approval before children can use the space. - Prescribed emergency medications should not be stored behind lock and key. Examples of emergency medications are Albuterol, epi pens, and seizure medications. OTC medications listed on the medical action plan should be store behind lock and key. For example, if Benadryl is listed as an additional medication on the medical action plan. - I recommend numbering cots and creating a cot chart to list which child belongs on which numbered cot instead of labeling cots with names. - Ms. Simpson stated the pool was not being used. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. - Employees who have caregiving responsibilities are required to have all health and safety trainings to include CPR/First Aid. Medical statements and TB test results for new employees should be less than 12 months old upon hire. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. You may also contact Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor at michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147. 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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10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2026 Number Present: 80 Completed Date: 1/29/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 261 Time In: 01:54 PM Time Out: 06:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 85% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Angela Hostettler, Office Manager, and I explained the purpose of the visit. She stated Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Director, was in a classroom covering lunch breaks. Ms. Simpson was informed I was onsite and she accompanied me on the walkthrough. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Nine (9) classrooms were currently being used. The heat was not working in Spaces 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205. The classrooms were closed and the hall door was closed. In Space 102 for infant care I observed two infants sleeping. One (1) was placed in her crib and one was sleeping on a cot. Three (3) toddlers were present and sleeping on cots. Safe sleep checks were documented as required. Three (3) toddlers under 15 months of age were moved to the classroom today. Feeding schedules for the three (3) children were not posted in the classroom. Toddlers were observed in the lunch spaces finishing afternoon snack. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed children leaving the lunch room space and walking down the hall to their classrooms. Preschool aged children were observed participating in free choice play. Teachers were observed redirecting children and sitting with children as they played. Adequate and active supervision was observed. Arrival times were documented in the ProCare App. Teachers also conduct headcounts every half hour. Children were not being signed out on the headcount sheet when they were transitioned to the another classroom. I explained the headcount sheets should reflect where children are at all times and should be an accurate account of who was present in the classroom. Five (5) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 4/29/25 and their files were reviewed. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Emergency medications were monitored. A child’s albuterol was stored in a locked medicine box. Ms. Simpson removed the medication and stored the medication on a shelf above five feet. Required forms were completed for the medication. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. The last fire inspection was conducted 4/16/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 1/29/26 and received a superior rating. Violation Number Comment Rule 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). Three (3) children under 15 months of age in Space 102 did not have feeding schedules posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 607 Separate lavatories with hot and cold running water, soap, and individual sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices were not available for staff in food preparation areas or diaper changing areas. The soap dispenser was empty in Space 105. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Cots were not labeled in Space 102, 112, and 114. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 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. A toddler was sleeping on a cot underneath an outlet that did not have the protective cover in Space 102. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a TB test result older than 12 months. The test result was dated 9/22/23. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a medical statement older than 12 months. The medical statement was dated 1/3/23. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current CPR training. .1102(d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 12, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - We discussed the new Pathways to licensure. The facility currently operated with a notice of compliance and Ms. Simpson stated they were not interested in changing to a rated license at this time. - Children should be signed out of a classroom attendance when transitioned to another space. The time the child left the room and where the child went should be documented to ensure staff know where children are at all times. - Staff should document when they lay an infant in their crib on the safe sleep check and should indicate the infant was placed on their back even if they immediately roll over to stomach or side. At the first 15 minute sleep check if the infant is still awake staff should remove the child from the crib and try resting at another time. - The previous director did not create the center roster in ABCMS. I showed Ms. Simpson where to find ABCMS training and explained the roster should be created after taking the training. I will review the roster during the annual compliance visit. - I spoke with N. Bruce from environmental health today and confirmed the center may prepare food in the upper campus kitchen and deliver to the child care facility as long as it is transported in a warmer. She also stated that if the center began using the classrooms that were currently closed due to no heat and chose to use alternative heat sources they must contact Ms. Bruce at 704-507-4238 for approval before children can use the space. - Prescribed emergency medications should not be stored behind lock and key. Examples of emergency medications are Albuterol, epi pens, and seizure medications. OTC medications listed on the medical action plan should be store behind lock and key. For example, if Benadryl is listed as an additional medication on the medical action plan. - I recommend numbering cots and creating a cot chart to list which child belongs on which numbered cot instead of labeling cots with names. - Ms. Simpson stated the pool was not being used. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. - Employees who have caregiving responsibilities are required to have all health and safety trainings to include CPR/First Aid. Medical statements and TB test results for new employees should be less than 12 months old upon hire. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. You may also contact Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor at michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2026 Number Present: 80 Completed Date: 1/29/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 261 Time In: 01:54 PM Time Out: 06:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 85% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the April 2025 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Angela Hostettler, Office Manager, and I explained the purpose of the visit. She stated Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Director, was in a classroom covering lunch breaks. Ms. Simpson was informed I was onsite and she accompanied me on the walkthrough. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Nine (9) classrooms were currently being used. The heat was not working in Spaces 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205. The classrooms were closed and the hall door was closed. In Space 102 for infant care I observed two infants sleeping. One (1) was placed in her crib and one was sleeping on a cot. Three (3) toddlers were present and sleeping on cots. Safe sleep checks were documented as required. Three (3) toddlers under 15 months of age were moved to the classroom today. Feeding schedules for the three (3) children were not posted in the classroom. Toddlers were observed in the lunch spaces finishing afternoon snack. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio was maintained. I observed children leaving the lunch room space and walking down the hall to their classrooms. Preschool aged children were observed participating in free choice play. Teachers were observed redirecting children and sitting with children as they played. Adequate and active supervision was observed. Arrival times were documented in the ProCare App. Teachers also conduct headcounts every half hour. Children were not being signed out on the headcount sheet when they were transitioned to the another classroom. I explained the headcount sheets should reflect where children are at all times and should be an accurate account of who was present in the classroom. Five (5) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 4/29/25 and their files were reviewed. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Emergency medications were monitored. A child’s albuterol was stored in a locked medicine box. Ms. Simpson removed the medication and stored the medication on a shelf above five feet. Required forms were completed for the medication. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. The last fire inspection was conducted 4/16/25. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 1/29/26 and received a superior rating. Violation Number Comment Rule 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). Three (3) children under 15 months of age in Space 102 did not have feeding schedules posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 607 Separate lavatories with hot and cold running water, soap, and individual sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices were not available for staff in food preparation areas or diaper changing areas. The soap dispenser was empty in Space 105. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Cots were not labeled in Space 102, 112, and 114. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 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. A toddler was sleeping on a cot underneath an outlet that did not have the protective cover in Space 102. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a TB test result older than 12 months. The test result was dated 9/22/23. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a medical statement older than 12 months. The medical statement was dated 1/3/23. .0701(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current CPR training. .1102(d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Thursday, February 12, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - We discussed the new Pathways to licensure. The facility currently operated with a notice of compliance and Ms. Simpson stated they were not interested in changing to a rated license at this time. - Children should be signed out of a classroom attendance when transitioned to another space. The time the child left the room and where the child went should be documented to ensure staff know where children are at all times. - Staff should document when they lay an infant in their crib on the safe sleep check and should indicate the infant was placed on their back even if they immediately roll over to stomach or side. At the first 15 minute sleep check if the infant is still awake staff should remove the child from the crib and try resting at another time. - The previous director did not create the center roster in ABCMS. I showed Ms. Simpson where to find ABCMS training and explained the roster should be created after taking the training. I will review the roster during the annual compliance visit. - I spoke with N. Bruce from environmental health today and confirmed the center may prepare food in the upper campus kitchen and deliver to the child care facility as long as it is transported in a warmer. She also stated that if the center began using the classrooms that were currently closed due to no heat and chose to use alternative heat sources they must contact Ms. Bruce at 704-507-4238 for approval before children can use the space. - Prescribed emergency medications should not be stored behind lock and key. Examples of emergency medications are Albuterol, epi pens, and seizure medications. OTC medications listed on the medical action plan should be store behind lock and key. For example, if Benadryl is listed as an additional medication on the medical action plan. - I recommend numbering cots and creating a cot chart to list which child belongs on which numbered cot instead of labeling cots with names. - Ms. Simpson stated the pool was not being used. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. - Employees who have caregiving responsibilities are required to have all health and safety trainings to include CPR/First Aid. Medical statements and TB test results for new employees should be less than 12 months old upon hire. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. You may also contact Michele Sullivan, Licensing Supervisor at michele.sullivan@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0147. 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: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 4/29/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full Annual Compliance. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued on December 3, 2013 and had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 86% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of my visit. She stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was at a meeting in a different building, but called her to let her know I was onsite. Ms. Whittle arrived and accompanied me on the walkthrough. Twelve (12) classrooms were monitored and six (6) classrooms were not in use. I monitored three (3) classrooms for infant care. Teachers were observed engaged with children on the floor and/or diapering infants. Safe sleep checks were documented as required. Each child had an assigned crib. In Space 101 the safe sleep policy was not posted. The violation was corrected during the visit. The staff/child ratio form was not posted in Space 101 and was corrected during the visit. Bottles were dated and labeled. Toddlers were observed participating in free choice activities and in large group activities at tables. Preschool children were observed on the playground. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio met requirements. Classrooms had sufficient materials. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Arrival times were documented as required on the ProCare Application. Emergency medications were monitored. Playgrounds were monitored. The kitchen was monitored and met requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed 1/17/25 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed 4/16/25. Fire and emergency drills were observed completed as required. The EPR plan was reviewed and updated on 1/3/25 A sampling of staff and children’s files was reviewed. Ms. Whittle stated the facility did not transport. The facility had a pool onsite. The pool had not been used since 2019 and was drained. The fence surrounding the pool was padlocked. If the facility chose to open the pool again they are required to contact Environmental Health and DCDEE to approved. The Secretary of State website was reviewed today and THE NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHARLOTTE, NC, INC owner of the facility, was listed current-active. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio form was not posted in Space 101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a Bible story on television. It was reported that the television was used daily as part of instruction. A screen time log was not completed. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 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. Electrical outlets did not have safety plugs in Spaces 101, 102, 104, cafeterias, and the hallway. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence along the parking lot on the preschool playground measured below 4 feet when children were standing on the plastic barrier. Two (2) children were observed standing on the barrier and hanging on the fence during the visit. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The safe sleep policy was not posted in Space 101. .0606(b) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Three (3) children (M.B, N.V., A.W.) did not have emergency medical care information on file and/or did not complete annually. .0802(c) 1315 Emergency information record did not include chronic illness and any medication taken for the illness. A child with two (2) diagnosed chronic illnesses did not have the required emergency medication at the facility. .0802(c)(3) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not on file for one (1) child. .0802(d) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Four (4) children (S.M., C.R., N.V., and A.W.) had expired off-premise permissions on file. .1005(b)(4) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The signed discipline policy statement for six (6) children (E.K, S.M., C.R., N.V., A.W., R.W.) did not include the date of enrollment and/or the child's name. .1804(b) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child had an incomplete application on file. The application did not include the parent signature and the information related to the child's behaviors or health concerns. .0801(a)(1-7) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. Medical action plans for two (2) children were not signed and dated by the parent and/or the health care professional. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A employee, S.D., hired 12/20/24 signed receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy dated 3/19/24. .0608(d)(1-4) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Tuesday, May 13, 2025 to the email address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. The following was discussed: - Mark transitions on arrival/departure sheets. Create arrival and departure sheets for opening classrooms. - Post feeding schedules in each infant/toddler classroom for all children under 15 months to follow children when transitioning to the next room or if disbursing children was required. - The toilet training chart was emailed today. - Replace materials like crayons and markers when they break. - Gallon milk must be stored in full size refrigerators. - Review all paperwork received by parents to ensure paperwork is signed and fully completed. I recommend creating a spreadsheet for documents that require annual renewals. - Health and safety training for new staff must be less than 12 months old from the hire date or the trainings are required to be completed again within the first year of employment. - All medical and TB results must be less than 12 months old for new hires. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/29/2025 Number Present: 109 Completed Date: 4/29/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 350 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full Annual Compliance. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued on December 3, 2013 and had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 86% prior to today’s visit. The November 2024 Center Item Number Listing and May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of my visit. She stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was at a meeting in a different building, but called her to let her know I was onsite. Ms. Whittle arrived and accompanied me on the walkthrough. Twelve (12) classrooms were monitored and six (6) classrooms were not in use. I monitored three (3) classrooms for infant care. Teachers were observed engaged with children on the floor and/or diapering infants. Safe sleep checks were documented as required. Each child had an assigned crib. In Space 101 the safe sleep policy was not posted. The violation was corrected during the visit. The staff/child ratio form was not posted in Space 101 and was corrected during the visit. Bottles were dated and labeled. Toddlers were observed participating in free choice activities and in large group activities at tables. Preschool children were observed on the playground. Adequate supervision was observed and staff/child ratio met requirements. Classrooms had sufficient materials. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Arrival times were documented as required on the ProCare Application. Emergency medications were monitored. Playgrounds were monitored. The kitchen was monitored and met requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed 1/17/25 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed 4/16/25. Fire and emergency drills were observed completed as required. The EPR plan was reviewed and updated on 1/3/25 A sampling of staff and children’s files was reviewed. Ms. Whittle stated the facility did not transport. The facility had a pool onsite. The pool had not been used since 2019 and was drained. The fence surrounding the pool was padlocked. If the facility chose to open the pool again they are required to contact Environmental Health and DCDEE to approved. The Secretary of State website was reviewed today and THE NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHARLOTTE, NC, INC owner of the facility, was listed current-active. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio form was not posted in Space 101. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a Bible story on television. It was reported that the television was used daily as part of instruction. A screen time log was not completed. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 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. Electrical outlets did not have safety plugs in Spaces 101, 102, 104, cafeterias, and the hallway. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence along the parking lot on the preschool playground measured below 4 feet when children were standing on the plastic barrier. Two (2) children were observed standing on the barrier and hanging on the fence during the visit. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The safe sleep policy was not posted in Space 101. .0606(b) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Three (3) children (M.B, N.V., A.W.) did not have emergency medical care information on file and/or did not complete annually. .0802(c) 1315 Emergency information record did not include chronic illness and any medication taken for the illness. A child with two (2) diagnosed chronic illnesses did not have the required emergency medication at the facility. .0802(c)(3) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not on file for one (1) child. .0802(d) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Four (4) children (S.M., C.R., N.V., and A.W.) had expired off-premise permissions on file. .1005(b)(4) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The signed discipline policy statement for six (6) children (E.K, S.M., C.R., N.V., A.W., R.W.) did not include the date of enrollment and/or the child's name. .1804(b) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child had an incomplete application on file. The application did not include the parent signature and the information related to the child's behaviors or health concerns. .0801(a)(1-7) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. Medical action plans for two (2) children were not signed and dated by the parent and/or the health care professional. .0801(b) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A employee, S.D., hired 12/20/24 signed receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy dated 3/19/24. .0608(d)(1-4) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter that includes the violation item number and an explanation of how each of today’s violations were corrected. Corrections must be received by me on or before Tuesday, May 13, 2025 to the email address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. The following was discussed: - Mark transitions on arrival/departure sheets. Create arrival and departure sheets for opening classrooms. - Post feeding schedules in each infant/toddler classroom for all children under 15 months to follow children when transitioning to the next room or if disbursing children was required. - The toilet training chart was emailed today. - Replace materials like crayons and markers when they break. - Gallon milk must be stored in full size refrigerators. - Review all paperwork received by parents to ensure paperwork is signed and fully completed. I recommend creating a spreadsheet for documents that require annual renewals. - Health and safety training for new staff must be less than 12 months old from the hire date or the trainings are required to be completed again within the first year of employment. - All medical and TB results must be less than 12 months old for new hires. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 81% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Simpson stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was in a meeting in another building. Ms. Simpson began the walkthrough with me in Space 102 for infants and Ms. Whittle joined us in Space 104. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Ten (10) classrooms were currently being used. In Space 102 for infant care I observed an infant sleeping on her stomach. I asked the teacher if the child could roll over as there was no information posted on the crib. The teacher stated no and when I asked if she placed the infant on her stomach she then stated the infant rolled to her side and stomach and was not asleep when she placed her in the crib. I explained that if the infant could roll over on her own a statement indicating that should be placed on the crib. We also discussed that safe sleep checks should be documented as soon as the infant is placed in the crib and noted on the chart how the infant was placed in the crib. I explained that if the infant was still awake at the first fifteen (15) minute check and did not show signs of falling asleep the infant should be removed from the crib. I observed a crib with a loose fitting sheet. The teacher stated the infant had not been placed in the crib today. The sheet was removed and a tighter fitting sheet was placed on the mattress. Bottles were monitored and one (1) bottle was dated 12/2/24. I explained that staff should check bottles each morning to ensure the correct dates were listed. I observed a tube of diaper cream stored on the changing table. The teacher stated she did not have time to put the cream back in the locked box. I explained that the cream should be placed above 5 feet and out of reach of children and that the cream did not have to be locked immediately as long as it was out of reach of children. In Space 104 infants/toddlers were observed eating lunch. Each child had a posted feeding schedule. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the center. There were several feeding schedules that did not indicated center food could be eaten. I explained that staff could make the necessary changes to feeding schedules when parents verbally told them of changes. Staff should indicate when the conversation was had and who the conversation was with on the feeding schedule. A rug tile in Space 104 was observed peeling away from the floor in the children’s play space. I recommended adding a rug on top of the carpet tile until the tile was glued back down or replaced. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. I observed one (1) teacher supervising nine (9) one year olds and one (1) two year old. The second teacher arrived to the lunchroom approximately two (2) minutes after I began monitoring the space. She stated she walked the milk back to the kitchen. We discussed that ratio should be maintained at all times and I recommended she call for assistance or wait to return the milk to the kitchen. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Preschool children from Spaces 117, 201 and 204 were observed playing in the gym. Children from Spaces 201 and 204 were observed lining up to use the restroom and return to their classrooms or go to lunch. Restrooms were located directly outside of the gym and children were observed going back and forth between the hallway with bathrooms and the gym. I recommended adjusting gym schedules so that classes did not overlap to ensure adequate supervision and ratio was maintained at all times. One (1) child was reported as having emergency medication. The medication was stored in the teachers bag that was placed on the floor. I explained that bag was required to be off the floor either hanging above five (5) feet or carried by the teacher. The medication permission inside the bag expired June 2024. A current permission dated October 2024 was in the child’s file. Parents sign children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers double check arrival times on their phones through the App. One (1) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 5/10/24. Her file was reviewed and met requirements. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. One (1) employee’s CBC letter expired 11/20/24. Ms. Angela Wilkins has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification and provide the letter to Ms. Whittle and the consultant. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR/First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR/First Aid. The CPR/First Aid field was not completed for one (1) employee. Ms. Whittle provided the BLS American Heart Association card for the employee and a training certificate for First Aid received 4/15/24. I explained that training certificates could be used as a place holder if the training was received within a week. The official card or training certificate from an approved agency to include the QR code link should be on file within the week of the training. The DCDEE CPR/FA training document on the DCDEE web site was emailed to Ms. Whittle. The document stated the specific training, BLS, only met CPR requirements. The optional modules pertaining to the age groups of children served were not listed on the presented training card/document. First Aid certificates were located in staff files. I explained, DCDEE cannot accept CPR and FA training certificates like in the past when we gave annual in-service training hours for obtaining the training. We must have copies of the issued cards (front and back) or the QR code on the issued document to be able to verify the required training was obtained. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. One (1) teacher was observed supervising ten (10) children in the lunchroom. The youngest child present was one (1) year old. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 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. One (1) bottle in Space 102 was dated 12/2/24. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding schedules were not updated in Space 104 to indicate food provided by the facility was allowed. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the facility. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. An emergency medication was stored in a teacher's bag on the floor of the gym. Children were present in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's letter expired 11/20/24 and was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR training. .1102(d) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A teacher in the lunchroom was observed with soda cup from Bojangles. .0901(i) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for emergency medication expired in June 2024 and was renewed in October 2024. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, December 17, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Rule reference for CPR/First Aid requirements: 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. - Ms. Whittle stated the pool was not being used and it was confirmed it had not been used since the summer of 2019. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. CBC Provider Portal/Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Complete the Annual Immunization Report by 1/15/2025 The reporting period for child care immunizations is now open. Reporting for 2024-2025 has been extended due to Hurricane Helene. Children have a grace period from requirements until November 30, 2024, and reports will be accepted until January 15, 2025.Send any questions regarding child care immunization reporting to immunization.reports@dhhs.nc.gov. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 81% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Simpson stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was in a meeting in another building. Ms. Simpson began the walkthrough with me in Space 102 for infants and Ms. Whittle joined us in Space 104. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Ten (10) classrooms were currently being used. In Space 102 for infant care I observed an infant sleeping on her stomach. I asked the teacher if the child could roll over as there was no information posted on the crib. The teacher stated no and when I asked if she placed the infant on her stomach she then stated the infant rolled to her side and stomach and was not asleep when she placed her in the crib. I explained that if the infant could roll over on her own a statement indicating that should be placed on the crib. We also discussed that safe sleep checks should be documented as soon as the infant is placed in the crib and noted on the chart how the infant was placed in the crib. I explained that if the infant was still awake at the first fifteen (15) minute check and did not show signs of falling asleep the infant should be removed from the crib. I observed a crib with a loose fitting sheet. The teacher stated the infant had not been placed in the crib today. The sheet was removed and a tighter fitting sheet was placed on the mattress. Bottles were monitored and one (1) bottle was dated 12/2/24. I explained that staff should check bottles each morning to ensure the correct dates were listed. I observed a tube of diaper cream stored on the changing table. The teacher stated she did not have time to put the cream back in the locked box. I explained that the cream should be placed above 5 feet and out of reach of children and that the cream did not have to be locked immediately as long as it was out of reach of children. In Space 104 infants/toddlers were observed eating lunch. Each child had a posted feeding schedule. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the center. There were several feeding schedules that did not indicated center food could be eaten. I explained that staff could make the necessary changes to feeding schedules when parents verbally told them of changes. Staff should indicate when the conversation was had and who the conversation was with on the feeding schedule. A rug tile in Space 104 was observed peeling away from the floor in the children’s play space. I recommended adding a rug on top of the carpet tile until the tile was glued back down or replaced. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. I observed one (1) teacher supervising nine (9) one year olds and one (1) two year old. The second teacher arrived to the lunchroom approximately two (2) minutes after I began monitoring the space. She stated she walked the milk back to the kitchen. We discussed that ratio should be maintained at all times and I recommended she call for assistance or wait to return the milk to the kitchen. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Preschool children from Spaces 117, 201 and 204 were observed playing in the gym. Children from Spaces 201 and 204 were observed lining up to use the restroom and return to their classrooms or go to lunch. Restrooms were located directly outside of the gym and children were observed going back and forth between the hallway with bathrooms and the gym. I recommended adjusting gym schedules so that classes did not overlap to ensure adequate supervision and ratio was maintained at all times. One (1) child was reported as having emergency medication. The medication was stored in the teachers bag that was placed on the floor. I explained that bag was required to be off the floor either hanging above five (5) feet or carried by the teacher. The medication permission inside the bag expired June 2024. A current permission dated October 2024 was in the child’s file. Parents sign children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers double check arrival times on their phones through the App. One (1) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 5/10/24. Her file was reviewed and met requirements. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. One (1) employee’s CBC letter expired 11/20/24. Ms. Angela Wilkins has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification and provide the letter to Ms. Whittle and the consultant. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR/First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR/First Aid. The CPR/First Aid field was not completed for one (1) employee. Ms. Whittle provided the BLS American Heart Association card for the employee and a training certificate for First Aid received 4/15/24. I explained that training certificates could be used as a place holder if the training was received within a week. The official card or training certificate from an approved agency to include the QR code link should be on file within the week of the training. The DCDEE CPR/FA training document on the DCDEE web site was emailed to Ms. Whittle. The document stated the specific training, BLS, only met CPR requirements. The optional modules pertaining to the age groups of children served were not listed on the presented training card/document. First Aid certificates were located in staff files. I explained, DCDEE cannot accept CPR and FA training certificates like in the past when we gave annual in-service training hours for obtaining the training. We must have copies of the issued cards (front and back) or the QR code on the issued document to be able to verify the required training was obtained. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. One (1) teacher was observed supervising ten (10) children in the lunchroom. The youngest child present was one (1) year old. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 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. One (1) bottle in Space 102 was dated 12/2/24. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding schedules were not updated in Space 104 to indicate food provided by the facility was allowed. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the facility. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. An emergency medication was stored in a teacher's bag on the floor of the gym. Children were present in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's letter expired 11/20/24 and was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR training. .1102(d) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A teacher in the lunchroom was observed with soda cup from Bojangles. .0901(i) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for emergency medication expired in June 2024 and was renewed in October 2024. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, December 17, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Rule reference for CPR/First Aid requirements: 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. - Ms. Whittle stated the pool was not being used and it was confirmed it had not been used since the summer of 2019. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. CBC Provider Portal/Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Complete the Annual Immunization Report by 1/15/2025 The reporting period for child care immunizations is now open. Reporting for 2024-2025 has been extended due to Hurricane Helene. Children have a grace period from requirements until November 30, 2024, and reports will be accepted until January 15, 2025.Send any questions regarding child care immunization reporting to immunization.reports@dhhs.nc.gov. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 81% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Simpson stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was in a meeting in another building. Ms. Simpson began the walkthrough with me in Space 102 for infants and Ms. Whittle joined us in Space 104. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Ten (10) classrooms were currently being used. In Space 102 for infant care I observed an infant sleeping on her stomach. I asked the teacher if the child could roll over as there was no information posted on the crib. The teacher stated no and when I asked if she placed the infant on her stomach she then stated the infant rolled to her side and stomach and was not asleep when she placed her in the crib. I explained that if the infant could roll over on her own a statement indicating that should be placed on the crib. We also discussed that safe sleep checks should be documented as soon as the infant is placed in the crib and noted on the chart how the infant was placed in the crib. I explained that if the infant was still awake at the first fifteen (15) minute check and did not show signs of falling asleep the infant should be removed from the crib. I observed a crib with a loose fitting sheet. The teacher stated the infant had not been placed in the crib today. The sheet was removed and a tighter fitting sheet was placed on the mattress. Bottles were monitored and one (1) bottle was dated 12/2/24. I explained that staff should check bottles each morning to ensure the correct dates were listed. I observed a tube of diaper cream stored on the changing table. The teacher stated she did not have time to put the cream back in the locked box. I explained that the cream should be placed above 5 feet and out of reach of children and that the cream did not have to be locked immediately as long as it was out of reach of children. In Space 104 infants/toddlers were observed eating lunch. Each child had a posted feeding schedule. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the center. There were several feeding schedules that did not indicated center food could be eaten. I explained that staff could make the necessary changes to feeding schedules when parents verbally told them of changes. Staff should indicate when the conversation was had and who the conversation was with on the feeding schedule. A rug tile in Space 104 was observed peeling away from the floor in the children’s play space. I recommended adding a rug on top of the carpet tile until the tile was glued back down or replaced. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. I observed one (1) teacher supervising nine (9) one year olds and one (1) two year old. The second teacher arrived to the lunchroom approximately two (2) minutes after I began monitoring the space. She stated she walked the milk back to the kitchen. We discussed that ratio should be maintained at all times and I recommended she call for assistance or wait to return the milk to the kitchen. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Preschool children from Spaces 117, 201 and 204 were observed playing in the gym. Children from Spaces 201 and 204 were observed lining up to use the restroom and return to their classrooms or go to lunch. Restrooms were located directly outside of the gym and children were observed going back and forth between the hallway with bathrooms and the gym. I recommended adjusting gym schedules so that classes did not overlap to ensure adequate supervision and ratio was maintained at all times. One (1) child was reported as having emergency medication. The medication was stored in the teachers bag that was placed on the floor. I explained that bag was required to be off the floor either hanging above five (5) feet or carried by the teacher. The medication permission inside the bag expired June 2024. A current permission dated October 2024 was in the child’s file. Parents sign children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers double check arrival times on their phones through the App. One (1) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 5/10/24. Her file was reviewed and met requirements. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. One (1) employee’s CBC letter expired 11/20/24. Ms. Angela Wilkins has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification and provide the letter to Ms. Whittle and the consultant. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR/First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR/First Aid. The CPR/First Aid field was not completed for one (1) employee. Ms. Whittle provided the BLS American Heart Association card for the employee and a training certificate for First Aid received 4/15/24. I explained that training certificates could be used as a place holder if the training was received within a week. The official card or training certificate from an approved agency to include the QR code link should be on file within the week of the training. The DCDEE CPR/FA training document on the DCDEE web site was emailed to Ms. Whittle. The document stated the specific training, BLS, only met CPR requirements. The optional modules pertaining to the age groups of children served were not listed on the presented training card/document. First Aid certificates were located in staff files. I explained, DCDEE cannot accept CPR and FA training certificates like in the past when we gave annual in-service training hours for obtaining the training. We must have copies of the issued cards (front and back) or the QR code on the issued document to be able to verify the required training was obtained. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. One (1) teacher was observed supervising ten (10) children in the lunchroom. The youngest child present was one (1) year old. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 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. One (1) bottle in Space 102 was dated 12/2/24. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding schedules were not updated in Space 104 to indicate food provided by the facility was allowed. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the facility. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. An emergency medication was stored in a teacher's bag on the floor of the gym. Children were present in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's letter expired 11/20/24 and was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR training. .1102(d) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A teacher in the lunchroom was observed with soda cup from Bojangles. .0901(i) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for emergency medication expired in June 2024 and was renewed in October 2024. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, December 17, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Rule reference for CPR/First Aid requirements: 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. - Ms. Whittle stated the pool was not being used and it was confirmed it had not been used since the summer of 2019. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. CBC Provider Portal/Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Complete the Annual Immunization Report by 1/15/2025 The reporting period for child care immunizations is now open. Reporting for 2024-2025 has been extended due to Hurricane Helene. Children have a grace period from requirements until November 30, 2024, and reports will be accepted until January 15, 2025.Send any questions regarding child care immunization reporting to immunization.reports@dhhs.nc.gov. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 12/3/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 81% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the March 2024 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of the visit. Ms. Simpson stated Ms. Meloney Whittle, Director, was in a meeting in another building. Ms. Simpson began the walkthrough with me in Space 102 for infants and Ms. Whittle joined us in Space 104. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Ten (10) classrooms were currently being used. In Space 102 for infant care I observed an infant sleeping on her stomach. I asked the teacher if the child could roll over as there was no information posted on the crib. The teacher stated no and when I asked if she placed the infant on her stomach she then stated the infant rolled to her side and stomach and was not asleep when she placed her in the crib. I explained that if the infant could roll over on her own a statement indicating that should be placed on the crib. We also discussed that safe sleep checks should be documented as soon as the infant is placed in the crib and noted on the chart how the infant was placed in the crib. I explained that if the infant was still awake at the first fifteen (15) minute check and did not show signs of falling asleep the infant should be removed from the crib. I observed a crib with a loose fitting sheet. The teacher stated the infant had not been placed in the crib today. The sheet was removed and a tighter fitting sheet was placed on the mattress. Bottles were monitored and one (1) bottle was dated 12/2/24. I explained that staff should check bottles each morning to ensure the correct dates were listed. I observed a tube of diaper cream stored on the changing table. The teacher stated she did not have time to put the cream back in the locked box. I explained that the cream should be placed above 5 feet and out of reach of children and that the cream did not have to be locked immediately as long as it was out of reach of children. In Space 104 infants/toddlers were observed eating lunch. Each child had a posted feeding schedule. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the center. There were several feeding schedules that did not indicated center food could be eaten. I explained that staff could make the necessary changes to feeding schedules when parents verbally told them of changes. Staff should indicate when the conversation was had and who the conversation was with on the feeding schedule. A rug tile in Space 104 was observed peeling away from the floor in the children’s play space. I recommended adding a rug on top of the carpet tile until the tile was glued back down or replaced. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. I observed one (1) teacher supervising nine (9) one year olds and one (1) two year old. The second teacher arrived to the lunchroom approximately two (2) minutes after I began monitoring the space. She stated she walked the milk back to the kitchen. We discussed that ratio should be maintained at all times and I recommended she call for assistance or wait to return the milk to the kitchen. Lunch met nutrition requirements. Preschool children from Spaces 117, 201 and 204 were observed playing in the gym. Children from Spaces 201 and 204 were observed lining up to use the restroom and return to their classrooms or go to lunch. Restrooms were located directly outside of the gym and children were observed going back and forth between the hallway with bathrooms and the gym. I recommended adjusting gym schedules so that classes did not overlap to ensure adequate supervision and ratio was maintained at all times. One (1) child was reported as having emergency medication. The medication was stored in the teachers bag that was placed on the floor. I explained that bag was required to be off the floor either hanging above five (5) feet or carried by the teacher. The medication permission inside the bag expired June 2024. A current permission dated October 2024 was in the child’s file. Parents sign children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers double check arrival times on their phones through the App. One (1) new employee was hired since hired since the last annual compliance visit conducted on 5/10/24. Her file was reviewed and met requirements. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. One (1) employee’s CBC letter expired 11/20/24. Ms. Angela Wilkins has fourteen (14) days to renew her qualification and provide the letter to Ms. Whittle and the consultant. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR/First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR/First Aid. The CPR/First Aid field was not completed for one (1) employee. Ms. Whittle provided the BLS American Heart Association card for the employee and a training certificate for First Aid received 4/15/24. I explained that training certificates could be used as a place holder if the training was received within a week. The official card or training certificate from an approved agency to include the QR code link should be on file within the week of the training. The DCDEE CPR/FA training document on the DCDEE web site was emailed to Ms. Whittle. The document stated the specific training, BLS, only met CPR requirements. The optional modules pertaining to the age groups of children served were not listed on the presented training card/document. First Aid certificates were located in staff files. I explained, DCDEE cannot accept CPR and FA training certificates like in the past when we gave annual in-service training hours for obtaining the training. We must have copies of the issued cards (front and back) or the QR code on the issued document to be able to verify the required training was obtained. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. One (1) teacher was observed supervising ten (10) children in the lunchroom. The youngest child present was one (1) year old. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 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. One (1) bottle in Space 102 was dated 12/2/24. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding schedules were not updated in Space 104 to indicate food provided by the facility was allowed. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the facility. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. An emergency medication was stored in a teacher's bag on the floor of the gym. Children were present in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's letter expired 11/20/24 and was not renewed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR certificate on file for review. Ms. Whittle stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR training. .1102(d) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A teacher in the lunchroom was observed with soda cup from Bojangles. .0901(i) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for emergency medication expired in June 2024 and was renewed in October 2024. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, December 17, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov The emailed compliance letter must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: Rule reference for CPR/First Aid requirements: 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (c) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018, or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017, training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. At all times when children are in care at least one staff member present must have successfully completed First Aid training, as evidenced by a certificate or card from an approved training organization. First Aid training shall be renewed on or before expiration of the certification. "Successfully completed" is defined as demonstrating competency, as evaluated by the instructor. Verification of each required staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. (d) All staff who provide direct care or accompany children when they are off premises shall successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course appropriate to the ages of children in care. At all times when children are in care one staff member present must have successfully completed CPR training. The training shall be completed by June 30, 2018 or for new staff hired on or after September 1, 2017 training must be completed within 90 days of employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. CPR training shall be renewed on or before the expiration of the certification. Verification of each staff member's completion of this course from an approved training organization shall be maintained in the staff member's file in the center. The Division shall post a list of approved training organizations on its website at http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_sn2_ov_pd.asp. - Ms. Whittle stated the pool was not being used and it was confirmed it had not been used since the summer of 2019. She stated the pool was drained. I explained that if they chose to use the pool again it would need to be approved by environmental health and DCDEE. CBC Provider Portal/Technical Assistance & Notification to the Division of New Hires: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Complete the Annual Immunization Report by 1/15/2025 The reporting period for child care immunizations is now open. Reporting for 2024-2025 has been extended due to Hurricane Helene. Children have a grace period from requirements until November 30, 2024, and reports will be accepted until January 15, 2025.Send any questions regarding child care immunization reporting to immunization.reports@dhhs.nc.gov. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 104 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full Annual Compliance. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued on December 3, 2013 and had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 83% prior to today’s visit. The March 2024 Center Item Number Listing and May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of my visit. She stated Ms. Leah Beattie, Director, was not onsite. Ms. Meloney Whittle, Administrator, was present today. Ms. Whittle will assume the role as director at on May 10, 2024. The pre-service administrator form was emailed today. Ms. Simpson and Ms. Whittle accompanied me on the walk through. Infants in Space 104 were participating in a walk in the Bye Bye Buggy. Six (6) infants were present today. Safe sleep checks were monitored and met requirements. Diaper creams were stored properly, and permissions were current and completed as required. Nineteen (19) classrooms were monitored, and ten (10) classrooms were currently being used by children. Teachers were observed engaged with children. All required information was posted. Arrival times were documented as required on the ProCare Application. Lunch met nutritional requirements. Adequate supervision and staff/child ratio were observed meeting requirements. Classrooms had adequate amounts of materials for children. All required documents were observed posted. One (1) child required emergency medication. Forms and medication were observed meeting requirements. The albuterol was reported as stored in the front office. I explained that if a nebulizer was not needed the medication should remain in the classroom with the child. The medication should be stored above 5 feet and accessible without a key. The playground was monitored and age appropriate gross motor materials were available for children. Mulch underneath fall zones did not meet the required depth. It was reported that mulch was ordered. We discussed the surface temperature on the slide on the young preschool playground and ensuring children did not use it when too hot especially during summer months when children’s legs were exposed. The kitchen was monitored and met requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed 3/12/24 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed 3/19/24. Fire and emergency drills were observed completed as required. The EPR plan was reviewed and updated on 2/20/24. A sampling of staff and children’s files was reviewed. Transportation requirements were monitored. The facility was not currently transporting children but planned to for summer camp. I monitored the bus and observed current insurance and registration. The bus had torn seats and seats should be repaired before children are transported. The facility had a pool onsite. It was reported that the pool would no longer be used and administration was planning to request the pool be added as a restriction on the notice of compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a video. It was reported that daily screen time was provided. A screen time log was not completed. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. A thermometer was not observed inside the refrigerator in the lunchroom used by one (1) year olds. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Walls were observed peeling in 202. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Paint was observed chipped and peeling on the equipment on young preschool playground. .0601(c) 714 Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. The rear fence on the preschool playground had an area greater than 3 1/2 inches between the bottom of the fence and the ground. .0605(g) 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. Electrical outlets were observed without safety plugs throughout classrooms and in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence on the toddler playground was less than 4 feet high on the right perimeter fence line. The gate at the rear of the playground was less than 4 feet high. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 828 Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit. Four (4) spindles were missing on the fence surrounding the air conditioner next to the toddler playground. The unit was accessible to children. .0604 (m) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not included on child applications. An additional statement for authorization was not observed in child files. .0802(d) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Nine (9) children had expired off-premise permission forms on file. .1005(b)(4) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The enrollment date was not included on discipline policies for thirteen (13) children. .1804(b) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. Two (2) child applications were not completed in full. .0801(a)(1-7) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath fall zones did not meet the required depth. .0605(k)(1-4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One (1) teacher hired 4/25/22 did not complete health and safety training. .1102(a) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter explaining how she corrected each of today’s violation and the steps she put in place to ensure on going compliance to me on or before Wednesday, May 15, 2024 to the address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or a more stringent administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. A follow-up visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff child ratio. General Comments/Technical Assistance: - Gallon milk should be stored in standard refrigerators and cannot be stored in dorm fridges. - I recommended adding shade to the early preschool playground with trees or awnings to shade the slide and climbing equipment. - Permission to transport in the event of an emergency should be added to the child application and should be updated annually. - The discipline policy should indicate the date of enrollment. - All line items on the child application should be completed by the parent. Parents can list NA if they choose. - Chairs should not be stacked in classrooms when not in use to prevent injury. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 705-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/1/2024 Number Present: 104 Completed Date: 5/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor the facility for all applicable child care requirements during the full Annual Compliance. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued on December 3, 2013 and had an eighteen (18) month compliance history score of 83% prior to today’s visit. The March 2024 Center Item Number Listing and May 2023 Annual Compliance Checklist were used to monitor today. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, and I explained the purpose of my visit. She stated Ms. Leah Beattie, Director, was not onsite. Ms. Meloney Whittle, Administrator, was present today. Ms. Whittle will assume the role as director at on May 10, 2024. The pre-service administrator form was emailed today. Ms. Simpson and Ms. Whittle accompanied me on the walk through. Infants in Space 104 were participating in a walk in the Bye Bye Buggy. Six (6) infants were present today. Safe sleep checks were monitored and met requirements. Diaper creams were stored properly, and permissions were current and completed as required. Nineteen (19) classrooms were monitored, and ten (10) classrooms were currently being used by children. Teachers were observed engaged with children. All required information was posted. Arrival times were documented as required on the ProCare Application. Lunch met nutritional requirements. Adequate supervision and staff/child ratio were observed meeting requirements. Classrooms had adequate amounts of materials for children. All required documents were observed posted. One (1) child required emergency medication. Forms and medication were observed meeting requirements. The albuterol was reported as stored in the front office. I explained that if a nebulizer was not needed the medication should remain in the classroom with the child. The medication should be stored above 5 feet and accessible without a key. The playground was monitored and age appropriate gross motor materials were available for children. Mulch underneath fall zones did not meet the required depth. It was reported that mulch was ordered. We discussed the surface temperature on the slide on the young preschool playground and ensuring children did not use it when too hot especially during summer months when children’s legs were exposed. The kitchen was monitored and met requirements. The last sanitation inspection was completed 3/12/24 and received a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed 3/19/24. Fire and emergency drills were observed completed as required. The EPR plan was reviewed and updated on 2/20/24. A sampling of staff and children’s files was reviewed. Transportation requirements were monitored. The facility was not currently transporting children but planned to for summer camp. I monitored the bus and observed current insurance and registration. The bus had torn seats and seats should be repaired before children are transported. The facility had a pool onsite. It was reported that the pool would no longer be used and administration was planning to request the pool be added as a restriction on the notice of compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a video. It was reported that daily screen time was provided. A screen time log was not completed. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. A thermometer was not observed inside the refrigerator in the lunchroom used by one (1) year olds. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Walls were observed peeling in 202. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Paint was observed chipped and peeling on the equipment on young preschool playground. .0601(c) 714 Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. The rear fence on the preschool playground had an area greater than 3 1/2 inches between the bottom of the fence and the ground. .0605(g) 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. Electrical outlets were observed without safety plugs throughout classrooms and in the gym. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence on the toddler playground was less than 4 feet high on the right perimeter fence line. The gate at the rear of the playground was less than 4 feet high. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 828 Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit. Four (4) spindles were missing on the fence surrounding the air conditioner next to the toddler playground. The unit was accessible to children. .0604 (m) 1317 Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not included on child applications. An additional statement for authorization was not observed in child files. .0802(d) 1322 A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Nine (9) children had expired off-premise permission forms on file. .1005(b)(4) 1325 Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The enrollment date was not included on discipline policies for thirteen (13) children. .1804(b) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. Two (2) child applications were not completed in full. .0801(a)(1-7) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath fall zones did not meet the required depth. .0605(k)(1-4) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One (1) teacher hired 4/25/22 did not complete health and safety training. .1102(a) Corrective Action: Violations must be corrected immediately. The child care provider is expected to maintain all applicable child care requirements at all times. The provider will send me a compliance letter explaining how she corrected each of today’s violation and the steps she put in place to ensure on going compliance to me on or before Wednesday, May 15, 2024 to the address listed below. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or a more stringent administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. A follow-up visit will be conducted in the near future to verify compliance with staff child ratio. General Comments/Technical Assistance: - Gallon milk should be stored in standard refrigerators and cannot be stored in dorm fridges. - I recommended adding shade to the early preschool playground with trees or awnings to shade the slide and climbing equipment. - Permission to transport in the event of an emergency should be added to the child application and should be updated annually. - The discipline policy should indicate the date of enrollment. - All line items on the child application should be completed by the parent. Parents can list NA if they choose. - Chairs should not be stacked in classrooms when not in use to prevent injury. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 705-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 2/20/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 02:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 82% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Leah Beattie, Director, and Ms. I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, accompanied me on the walk through. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Twelve (12) classrooms were currently being used. Safe sleep checks were documented and maintained as required in Space 104. Infants were observed taking a walk around campus in the Bye Bye Buggy. Each child had an assigned crib. Bottles were observed dated and labeled. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. Lunch met nutrition requirements. I observed a teacher spray soapy water on the table around plates and children were still seated at the table. It was explained that tables should not be cleaned while food is on the table and/or when children were still seated at the table. Preschool aged children in Space 117 were observed lining up to go outside for play. They were observed putting on jackets and sitting on the carpet waiting. The teacher was engaged with children as they prepared to go outdoors. I observed the attendance completed for today however it was also noted on the attendance that children had departed for today. I explained that attendance should be documented in real time. Parents clock children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers can double check arrival times on their phones through the App. Emergency medications were monitored. One (1) child’s medical report indicated asthma and the medication was not onsite. It was explained that administration was under the impression the allergy induced asthma was no longer a problem. I explained a new medical report would be needed or a letter from the parent or doctor indicating the child no longer had an allergy should be on file. Until those forms were received the medication should be kept onsite. The child’s antihistamine was onsite however the permission expired 1/11/24. I reminded admin that medication permissions were valid up to 6 months. Another child with emergency medication had a medical action plan (MAP) that was expired. The MAP listed Benadryl as another medication required. The Benadryl was not onsite. It was reported no new staff since were hired since the last visit conducted on 5/16/23. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The soap dispenser at the handwashing sink located in Space 105 was not operating. There was no hand soap at the sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child with a diagnosed allergy did not have emergency medication on site. A child's medical action plan listed Benadryl as another medication required to respond to an allergy. The Benadryl was not onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Children in Space 117 were documented as departed for the day. All children were still present. GS 110-91(9) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A child's medical action plan was expired. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child’s permission for antihistamine expired 1/11/24. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, March 5, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - Toilet training signs were emailed today for spaces where children were toilet training and wearing Pull-ups. - School-age requirements can be found in Section .2500 of the current Child Care Rulebook effective 1/1/2024. - School age field trips can be taken on the Northside Christian Academy campus as long off-premise permissions are completed for each child. - If transporting a transportation notebook is required to include emergency identifying information on each child, permission to transport, a list of emergency contacts for each child, and current emergency medical care treatment signed. A list of children attending the field trip should be kept at the facility and taken on the bus. A roster should be completed as children get on the bus and return to school. Information regarding the field trip should be posted outside the classroom. - It was recommended to clean cabinet fronts and walls in toddler cafeteria. - Homeopathic teething gel should be stored in the box that lists directions for use and expiration date. - All electrical outlets should be covered unless inaccessible behind furniture. Outlets located above five feet should have covers. - The boys bathroom located outside the gym should not be used until lighting wiring is replaced and all ceiling fixtures work properly. - Teachers should not store anything on changing tables. Changing tables should be clean, disinfected, and ready for use. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy left for your records. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 2/20/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 02:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 82% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Leah Beattie, Director, and Ms. I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, accompanied me on the walk through. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Twelve (12) classrooms were currently being used. Safe sleep checks were documented and maintained as required in Space 104. Infants were observed taking a walk around campus in the Bye Bye Buggy. Each child had an assigned crib. Bottles were observed dated and labeled. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. Lunch met nutrition requirements. I observed a teacher spray soapy water on the table around plates and children were still seated at the table. It was explained that tables should not be cleaned while food is on the table and/or when children were still seated at the table. Preschool aged children in Space 117 were observed lining up to go outside for play. They were observed putting on jackets and sitting on the carpet waiting. The teacher was engaged with children as they prepared to go outdoors. I observed the attendance completed for today however it was also noted on the attendance that children had departed for today. I explained that attendance should be documented in real time. Parents clock children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers can double check arrival times on their phones through the App. Emergency medications were monitored. One (1) child’s medical report indicated asthma and the medication was not onsite. It was explained that administration was under the impression the allergy induced asthma was no longer a problem. I explained a new medical report would be needed or a letter from the parent or doctor indicating the child no longer had an allergy should be on file. Until those forms were received the medication should be kept onsite. The child’s antihistamine was onsite however the permission expired 1/11/24. I reminded admin that medication permissions were valid up to 6 months. Another child with emergency medication had a medical action plan (MAP) that was expired. The MAP listed Benadryl as another medication required. The Benadryl was not onsite. It was reported no new staff since were hired since the last visit conducted on 5/16/23. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The soap dispenser at the handwashing sink located in Space 105 was not operating. There was no hand soap at the sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child with a diagnosed allergy did not have emergency medication on site. A child's medical action plan listed Benadryl as another medication required to respond to an allergy. The Benadryl was not onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Children in Space 117 were documented as departed for the day. All children were still present. GS 110-91(9) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A child's medical action plan was expired. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child’s permission for antihistamine expired 1/11/24. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, March 5, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - Toilet training signs were emailed today for spaces where children were toilet training and wearing Pull-ups. - School-age requirements can be found in Section .2500 of the current Child Care Rulebook effective 1/1/2024. - School age field trips can be taken on the Northside Christian Academy campus as long off-premise permissions are completed for each child. - If transporting a transportation notebook is required to include emergency identifying information on each child, permission to transport, a list of emergency contacts for each child, and current emergency medical care treatment signed. A list of children attending the field trip should be kept at the facility and taken on the bus. A roster should be completed as children get on the bus and return to school. Information regarding the field trip should be posted outside the classroom. - It was recommended to clean cabinet fronts and walls in toddler cafeteria. - Homeopathic teething gel should be stored in the box that lists directions for use and expiration date. - All electrical outlets should be covered unless inaccessible behind furniture. Outlets located above five feet should have covers. - The boys bathroom located outside the gym should not be used until lighting wiring is replaced and all ceiling fixtures work properly. - Teachers should not store anything on changing tables. Changing tables should be clean, disinfected, and ready for use. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy left for your records. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: NORTHSIDE ACADEMY FOR EARLY LEARNING Facility ID: 6059000 Consultant: JENNIFER STANSFIELD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/20/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 2/20/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 02:40 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care rules and laws during a routine unannounced visit. The facility is currently operating with a Notice of Compliance issued October 22, 2013 and meets minimum requirements. The facility had an eighteen month compliance history of 82% prior to today’s visit. The following was monitored using the August 2023 Master Center Item Number Listing: supervision, staff/child ratios, CBC qualification, CPR, First Aid, special training, ITS-SIDS, emergency medical care plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, and permit restrictions. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Leah Beattie, Director, and Ms. I explained the purpose of my visit. Ms. Tiffany Simpson, Assistant Director, accompanied me on the walk through. Nineteen (19) classrooms were visited. Twelve (12) classrooms were currently being used. Safe sleep checks were documented and maintained as required in Space 104. Infants were observed taking a walk around campus in the Bye Bye Buggy. Each child had an assigned crib. Bottles were observed dated and labeled. Toddlers were observed eating in the lunchroom. Lunch met nutrition requirements. I observed a teacher spray soapy water on the table around plates and children were still seated at the table. It was explained that tables should not be cleaned while food is on the table and/or when children were still seated at the table. Preschool aged children in Space 117 were observed lining up to go outside for play. They were observed putting on jackets and sitting on the carpet waiting. The teacher was engaged with children as they prepared to go outdoors. I observed the attendance completed for today however it was also noted on the attendance that children had departed for today. I explained that attendance should be documented in real time. Parents clock children in using the ProCare App each day. Teachers can double check arrival times on their phones through the App. Emergency medications were monitored. One (1) child’s medical report indicated asthma and the medication was not onsite. It was explained that administration was under the impression the allergy induced asthma was no longer a problem. I explained a new medical report would be needed or a letter from the parent or doctor indicating the child no longer had an allergy should be on file. Until those forms were received the medication should be kept onsite. The child’s antihistamine was onsite however the permission expired 1/11/24. I reminded admin that medication permissions were valid up to 6 months. Another child with emergency medication had a medical action plan (MAP) that was expired. The MAP listed Benadryl as another medication required. The Benadryl was not onsite. It was reported no new staff since were hired since the last visit conducted on 5/16/23. I reviewed the completed staff/training worksheet for current CPR/First Aid, SIDS and CBC qualifying letters. Fire and emergency drills were conducted as required. Violation Number Comment Rule 606 Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The soap dispenser at the handwashing sink located in Space 105 was not operating. There was no hand soap at the sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) & (d) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child with a diagnosed allergy did not have emergency medication on site. A child's medical action plan listed Benadryl as another medication required to respond to an allergy. The Benadryl was not onsite. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Children in Space 117 were documented as departed for the day. All children were still present. GS 110-91(9) 1835 The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. A child's medical action plan was expired. .0801(b) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child’s permission for antihistamine expired 1/11/24. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) Corrective Action: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before Tuesday, March 5, 2024 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Stansfield, Child Care Consultant PO Box 1967 Huntersville, NC 28078 Jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Technical Assistance/General Comments: - Toilet training signs were emailed today for spaces where children were toilet training and wearing Pull-ups. - School-age requirements can be found in Section .2500 of the current Child Care Rulebook effective 1/1/2024. - School age field trips can be taken on the Northside Christian Academy campus as long off-premise permissions are completed for each child. - If transporting a transportation notebook is required to include emergency identifying information on each child, permission to transport, a list of emergency contacts for each child, and current emergency medical care treatment signed. A list of children attending the field trip should be kept at the facility and taken on the bus. A roster should be completed as children get on the bus and return to school. Information regarding the field trip should be posted outside the classroom. - It was recommended to clean cabinet fronts and walls in toddler cafeteria. - Homeopathic teething gel should be stored in the box that lists directions for use and expiration date. - All electrical outlets should be covered unless inaccessible behind furniture. Outlets located above five feet should have covers. - The boys bathroom located outside the gym should not be used until lighting wiring is replaced and all ceiling fixtures work properly. - Teachers should not store anything on changing tables. Changing tables should be clean, disinfected, and ready for use. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed, signed, and a copy left for your records. Thank you for your time today. Please contact me with questions or concerns at jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-956-1648. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times