10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 03:50 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. C. Bryant, I stated the purpose of my visit and was partially assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. During the visit I was also assisted by owner Michelle Tramuel. I observed the children engaged in the following activities: gross motor outdoor play, center play and transition to pick-up and departure. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival, and departure, and all required posted documents. Two new staff files were monitored today and consultant assisted with the staff and training worksheet. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference Space 1(toddlers) had a plan dated 3/28/24) space 4 (preschool) di not have evidence of a plan in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space four, had an uncovered outlet near the cozy corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff started on 9/10/24 and completed the training on 3/6/25. Another staff started on 8/15/24 and training was taking on 12/7/2020. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by April 23, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: We discussed Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training (rule .1102, Chapter nine, Child Care Rules effective November 2024 page 40 ) This free training can be taken at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/. The training is provided in English and Spanish. Teachers must take this training with-in 90 days of hire. New staff will need to retake the training to be in compliance. Health & Safety trainings will need to be retaken as well, new staff will have a year from hire date to complete. This training follows the same guidelines as the aforementioned trainings. Both must be retaken at new employment. (10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENT, chapter nine, page 40). CBC Provider Portal: FYI As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. This will be monitored at your next visit. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 03:50 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. C. Bryant, I stated the purpose of my visit and was partially assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. During the visit I was also assisted by owner Michelle Tramuel. I observed the children engaged in the following activities: gross motor outdoor play, center play and transition to pick-up and departure. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival, and departure, and all required posted documents. Two new staff files were monitored today and consultant assisted with the staff and training worksheet. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference Space 1(toddlers) had a plan dated 3/28/24) space 4 (preschool) di not have evidence of a plan in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space four, had an uncovered outlet near the cozy corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff started on 9/10/24 and completed the training on 3/6/25. Another staff started on 8/15/24 and training was taking on 12/7/2020. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by April 23, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: We discussed Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training (rule .1102, Chapter nine, Child Care Rules effective November 2024 page 40 ) This free training can be taken at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/. The training is provided in English and Spanish. Teachers must take this training with-in 90 days of hire. New staff will need to retake the training to be in compliance. Health & Safety trainings will need to be retaken as well, new staff will have a year from hire date to complete. This training follows the same guidelines as the aforementioned trainings. Both must be retaken at new employment. (10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENT, chapter nine, page 40). CBC Provider Portal: FYI As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. This will be monitored at your next visit. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 03:50 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. C. Bryant, I stated the purpose of my visit and was partially assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. During the visit I was also assisted by owner Michelle Tramuel. I observed the children engaged in the following activities: gross motor outdoor play, center play and transition to pick-up and departure. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival, and departure, and all required posted documents. Two new staff files were monitored today and consultant assisted with the staff and training worksheet. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference Space 1(toddlers) had a plan dated 3/28/24) space 4 (preschool) di not have evidence of a plan in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space four, had an uncovered outlet near the cozy corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff started on 9/10/24 and completed the training on 3/6/25. Another staff started on 8/15/24 and training was taking on 12/7/2020. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by April 23, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: We discussed Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training (rule .1102, Chapter nine, Child Care Rules effective November 2024 page 40 ) This free training can be taken at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/. The training is provided in English and Spanish. Teachers must take this training with-in 90 days of hire. New staff will need to retake the training to be in compliance. Health & Safety trainings will need to be retaken as well, new staff will have a year from hire date to complete. This training follows the same guidelines as the aforementioned trainings. Both must be retaken at new employment. (10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENT, chapter nine, page 40). CBC Provider Portal: FYI As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. This will be monitored at your next visit. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 03:50 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. C. Bryant, I stated the purpose of my visit and was partially assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. During the visit I was also assisted by owner Michelle Tramuel. I observed the children engaged in the following activities: gross motor outdoor play, center play and transition to pick-up and departure. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival, and departure, and all required posted documents. Two new staff files were monitored today and consultant assisted with the staff and training worksheet. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference Space 1(toddlers) had a plan dated 3/28/24) space 4 (preschool) di not have evidence of a plan in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space four, had an uncovered outlet near the cozy corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff started on 9/10/24 and completed the training on 3/6/25. Another staff started on 8/15/24 and training was taking on 12/7/2020. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by April 23, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: We discussed Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training (rule .1102, Chapter nine, Child Care Rules effective November 2024 page 40 ) This free training can be taken at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/. The training is provided in English and Spanish. Teachers must take this training with-in 90 days of hire. New staff will need to retake the training to be in compliance. Health & Safety trainings will need to be retaken as well, new staff will have a year from hire date to complete. This training follows the same guidelines as the aforementioned trainings. Both must be retaken at new employment. (10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENT, chapter nine, page 40). CBC Provider Portal: FYI As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. This will be monitored at your next visit. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/9/2025 Number Present: 29 Completed Date: 4/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 02:15 PM Time Out: 03:50 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. C. Bryant, I stated the purpose of my visit and was partially assisted with today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. During the visit I was also assisted by owner Michelle Tramuel. I observed the children engaged in the following activities: gross motor outdoor play, center play and transition to pick-up and departure. I conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and the following items were monitored: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival, and departure, and all required posted documents. Two new staff files were monitored today and consultant assisted with the staff and training worksheet. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference Space 1(toddlers) had a plan dated 3/28/24) space 4 (preschool) di not have evidence of a plan in the classroom. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space four, had an uncovered outlet near the cozy corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff started on 9/10/24 and completed the training on 3/6/25. Another staff started on 8/15/24 and training was taking on 12/7/2020. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address or email below by April 23, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. Technical Assistance: We discussed Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training (rule .1102, Chapter nine, Child Care Rules effective November 2024 page 40 ) This free training can be taken at https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/. The training is provided in English and Spanish. Teachers must take this training with-in 90 days of hire. New staff will need to retake the training to be in compliance. Health & Safety trainings will need to be retaken as well, new staff will have a year from hire date to complete. This training follows the same guidelines as the aforementioned trainings. Both must be retaken at new employment. (10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENT, chapter nine, page 40). CBC Provider Portal: FYI As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. This will be monitored at your next visit. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/31/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 7/31/2024 Age: From 1 To 9 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 10:00 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 my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a teacher who retrieved Ms. Carolyn Bryant, administrator. I restated the purpose of my visit and proceeded with the visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current. Children were observed playing in activity center, transitioning to handwashing and eating lunch, and nap time. Children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, applesauce, and milk for lunch. During this visit Ms. D, administrator and I discussed potential changes to space five in order to increase the classroom capacity. You will need to have almost one foot to increase the space capacity. Contact me once the changes have been made and I will schedule a visit to remeasure the space. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 05-01-2024. The last fire inspection was conducted on 01-31-24 The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-17-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 05-20-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 07-23-2024. The last compliance prior to this visit was 87 %. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, management, and transportation. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. The staff and training worksheet was completed while onsite. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. provider did not send proper inspection form within one week. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. posted menu stated tortillas, ground beef, salad, beans, children were served pasta with ground beef, green beans, and applesauce. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 707 Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible. several dinosaurs on the two/three year old playground and a seat on the bike (merry go round) were broken or cracked. Vinyl chair in space 1(toddlers) is peeling. .0601(d) 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. space 5 was missing an outlet cover near the block center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. New staff started on 7/22/24 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Van 1 (kah-4778) expired on March 31, 2024. Van 2 (3843) tag will expire on 7/31/2024. .1002(b) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. Van(KAH-4778) did not have a fire extinguisher or first aid kit. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 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. Last updated file was 5/5/23. .0801(b) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. staff started on 8/8/23 and there was no record of training being taken prior to 7/31/24. .1102(g) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, however you are still in hold harmless due to the changes occurring with the Rated License process and requirements. If you are interested in proceeding with you rated license re-application please contact your consultant. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS *When your receive an inspection from Fire or environmental health/sanitation, please send to the consultant within a week. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. Thank you for your time today and please contact me if I can assist you. QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0524-026L Visit Date: 5/16/2024 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 5/16/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report, Case #: 0524-026L alleging violations of childcare requirements regarding concerns that: Appropriate ratios are not maintained. Children are not adequately supervised. Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator/Owner of the facility, Michelle Tramell. I discussed the purpose of my visit and a a very brief description of the nature of the allegation. The teachers and administrators was given an opportunity to respond to the concerns. During the visit the children were observed actively engaged in outdoor gross motor activity. Enrollment was captured and classrooms were observed to be in ratio and supervised. During the visit I was assisted by C. Bryant, administrator. The following items were monitored and found in compliance during this visit: Capacity, Supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restriction was monitored. The license and emergency care plan were posted. Complaint Visit: Allegation section The reporter could not contact as it was a completely anonyms report with no information to contact. The report alleges there are concerns that: • Appropriate ratios are not maintained. • Children are not adequately supervised. • Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Additional observations and interview: Five teachers were interviewed and asked the following questions: “if there have ever been incidents when they were out of ratio or heard/seen other classrooms out of ratio? Have you heard of or seen teachers go inside of the building while children are on the playground? Which classroom is the opening classroom? How many children do you take out of the opening classroom when you arrive for work? On a typical day, how many teachers are in the building when you arrive? Teachers stated that they have not seen or not aware of any of the incidents. And all teachers stated similar answers about the number of teacher and the number of children that are present when they arrive for work. Teachers stated that they have not heard or are not aware of any other staff raising their voices at children or incidents of teachers walking inside of the building while children are alone with no other teacher on the playground. During this visit I reviewed ProCare records, timesheets, teacher’s sign in, number of children in attendance based on the alleged day of the incident and with-in a three week span. The facility cameras were just repaired from an incident that occurred last year, and their were no footage available for review. Finding: Allegation regarding concerns that appropriate ratios are not maintained. Per the above interview, document review; and observation this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that Children are not adequately supervised. Based on observations, and above interview this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Based on observations, and staff interviews this allegation is deemed unsubstantiated. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center was not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were no consistent documentation of children arrival and departure times. Some records were not dated, many were missing departure times. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space 5, Space 1, had March and April activity plans posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. space 5 was missing a outlet cover near the book center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by May 30, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistance: We discussed the importance of daily attendance and capturing the arrival and departure time of children. I showed you the options that were available on the DCDEE website and we discussed options that were available via ProCare. You currently do not allow parents to use ProCare, so it was decided to use the sign in/Out sheet that is available via ProCare and allow teachers to capture the information. It was also discussed that taking temperature is no longer a requirement and if teachers were able to focus only on arrival time that may assist them with being more consistent with documenting times. Review the rules governing program records and children records of Chapter nine of the child care rules. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0524-026L Visit Date: 5/16/2024 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 5/16/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report, Case #: 0524-026L alleging violations of childcare requirements regarding concerns that: Appropriate ratios are not maintained. Children are not adequately supervised. Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator/Owner of the facility, Michelle Tramell. I discussed the purpose of my visit and a a very brief description of the nature of the allegation. The teachers and administrators was given an opportunity to respond to the concerns. During the visit the children were observed actively engaged in outdoor gross motor activity. Enrollment was captured and classrooms were observed to be in ratio and supervised. During the visit I was assisted by C. Bryant, administrator. The following items were monitored and found in compliance during this visit: Capacity, Supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restriction was monitored. The license and emergency care plan were posted. Complaint Visit: Allegation section The reporter could not contact as it was a completely anonyms report with no information to contact. The report alleges there are concerns that: • Appropriate ratios are not maintained. • Children are not adequately supervised. • Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Additional observations and interview: Five teachers were interviewed and asked the following questions: “if there have ever been incidents when they were out of ratio or heard/seen other classrooms out of ratio? Have you heard of or seen teachers go inside of the building while children are on the playground? Which classroom is the opening classroom? How many children do you take out of the opening classroom when you arrive for work? On a typical day, how many teachers are in the building when you arrive? Teachers stated that they have not seen or not aware of any of the incidents. And all teachers stated similar answers about the number of teacher and the number of children that are present when they arrive for work. Teachers stated that they have not heard or are not aware of any other staff raising their voices at children or incidents of teachers walking inside of the building while children are alone with no other teacher on the playground. During this visit I reviewed ProCare records, timesheets, teacher’s sign in, number of children in attendance based on the alleged day of the incident and with-in a three week span. The facility cameras were just repaired from an incident that occurred last year, and their were no footage available for review. Finding: Allegation regarding concerns that appropriate ratios are not maintained. Per the above interview, document review; and observation this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that Children are not adequately supervised. Based on observations, and above interview this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Based on observations, and staff interviews this allegation is deemed unsubstantiated. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center was not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were no consistent documentation of children arrival and departure times. Some records were not dated, many were missing departure times. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space 5, Space 1, had March and April activity plans posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. space 5 was missing a outlet cover near the book center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by May 30, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistance: We discussed the importance of daily attendance and capturing the arrival and departure time of children. I showed you the options that were available on the DCDEE website and we discussed options that were available via ProCare. You currently do not allow parents to use ProCare, so it was decided to use the sign in/Out sheet that is available via ProCare and allow teachers to capture the information. It was also discussed that taking temperature is no longer a requirement and if teachers were able to focus only on arrival time that may assist them with being more consistent with documenting times. Review the rules governing program records and children records of Chapter nine of the child care rules. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0524-026L Visit Date: 5/16/2024 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 5/16/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report, Case #: 0524-026L alleging violations of childcare requirements regarding concerns that: Appropriate ratios are not maintained. Children are not adequately supervised. Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator/Owner of the facility, Michelle Tramell. I discussed the purpose of my visit and a a very brief description of the nature of the allegation. The teachers and administrators was given an opportunity to respond to the concerns. During the visit the children were observed actively engaged in outdoor gross motor activity. Enrollment was captured and classrooms were observed to be in ratio and supervised. During the visit I was assisted by C. Bryant, administrator. The following items were monitored and found in compliance during this visit: Capacity, Supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restriction was monitored. The license and emergency care plan were posted. Complaint Visit: Allegation section The reporter could not contact as it was a completely anonyms report with no information to contact. The report alleges there are concerns that: • Appropriate ratios are not maintained. • Children are not adequately supervised. • Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Additional observations and interview: Five teachers were interviewed and asked the following questions: “if there have ever been incidents when they were out of ratio or heard/seen other classrooms out of ratio? Have you heard of or seen teachers go inside of the building while children are on the playground? Which classroom is the opening classroom? How many children do you take out of the opening classroom when you arrive for work? On a typical day, how many teachers are in the building when you arrive? Teachers stated that they have not seen or not aware of any of the incidents. And all teachers stated similar answers about the number of teacher and the number of children that are present when they arrive for work. Teachers stated that they have not heard or are not aware of any other staff raising their voices at children or incidents of teachers walking inside of the building while children are alone with no other teacher on the playground. During this visit I reviewed ProCare records, timesheets, teacher’s sign in, number of children in attendance based on the alleged day of the incident and with-in a three week span. The facility cameras were just repaired from an incident that occurred last year, and their were no footage available for review. Finding: Allegation regarding concerns that appropriate ratios are not maintained. Per the above interview, document review; and observation this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that Children are not adequately supervised. Based on observations, and above interview this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Based on observations, and staff interviews this allegation is deemed unsubstantiated. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center was not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were no consistent documentation of children arrival and departure times. Some records were not dated, many were missing departure times. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space 5, Space 1, had March and April activity plans posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. space 5 was missing a outlet cover near the book center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by May 30, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistance: We discussed the importance of daily attendance and capturing the arrival and departure time of children. I showed you the options that were available on the DCDEE website and we discussed options that were available via ProCare. You currently do not allow parents to use ProCare, so it was decided to use the sign in/Out sheet that is available via ProCare and allow teachers to capture the information. It was also discussed that taking temperature is no longer a requirement and if teachers were able to focus only on arrival time that may assist them with being more consistent with documenting times. Review the rules governing program records and children records of Chapter nine of the child care rules. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0524-026L Visit Date: 5/16/2024 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 5/16/2024 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 05:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report, Case #: 0524-026L alleging violations of childcare requirements regarding concerns that: Appropriate ratios are not maintained. Children are not adequately supervised. Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Upon arrival I was greeted by the administrator/Owner of the facility, Michelle Tramell. I discussed the purpose of my visit and a a very brief description of the nature of the allegation. The teachers and administrators was given an opportunity to respond to the concerns. During the visit the children were observed actively engaged in outdoor gross motor activity. Enrollment was captured and classrooms were observed to be in ratio and supervised. During the visit I was assisted by C. Bryant, administrator. The following items were monitored and found in compliance during this visit: Capacity, Supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restriction was monitored. The license and emergency care plan were posted. Complaint Visit: Allegation section The reporter could not contact as it was a completely anonyms report with no information to contact. The report alleges there are concerns that: • Appropriate ratios are not maintained. • Children are not adequately supervised. • Children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Additional observations and interview: Five teachers were interviewed and asked the following questions: “if there have ever been incidents when they were out of ratio or heard/seen other classrooms out of ratio? Have you heard of or seen teachers go inside of the building while children are on the playground? Which classroom is the opening classroom? How many children do you take out of the opening classroom when you arrive for work? On a typical day, how many teachers are in the building when you arrive? Teachers stated that they have not seen or not aware of any of the incidents. And all teachers stated similar answers about the number of teacher and the number of children that are present when they arrive for work. Teachers stated that they have not heard or are not aware of any other staff raising their voices at children or incidents of teachers walking inside of the building while children are alone with no other teacher on the playground. During this visit I reviewed ProCare records, timesheets, teacher’s sign in, number of children in attendance based on the alleged day of the incident and with-in a three week span. The facility cameras were just repaired from an incident that occurred last year, and their were no footage available for review. Finding: Allegation regarding concerns that appropriate ratios are not maintained. Per the above interview, document review; and observation this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that Children are not adequately supervised. Based on observations, and above interview this allegation was deemed unsubstantiated. Allegation regarding concerns that children are not treated in a nurturing manner. Based on observations, and staff interviews this allegation is deemed unsubstantiated. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center was not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. There were no consistent documentation of children arrival and departure times. Some records were not dated, many were missing departure times. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space 5, Space 1, had March and April activity plans posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. space 5 was missing a outlet cover near the book center. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by May 30, 2024 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistance: We discussed the importance of daily attendance and capturing the arrival and departure time of children. I showed you the options that were available on the DCDEE website and we discussed options that were available via ProCare. You currently do not allow parents to use ProCare, so it was decided to use the sign in/Out sheet that is available via ProCare and allow teachers to capture the information. It was also discussed that taking temperature is no longer a requirement and if teachers were able to focus only on arrival time that may assist them with being more consistent with documenting times. Review the rules governing program records and children records of Chapter nine of the child care rules. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2024 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 3/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:17 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Hammond and I shared the reason for the visit. She spoke with the Director and stated it was fine for me to begin the visit. Ms. C. Bryant assisted with today’s visit, once she arrived. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety (90%) percent as of today’s visit. Ownership: The facility owner is Learning Tree Academy, Inc. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. The following items were monitored: Licensing Posted, Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratio, Supervision, Specialized Trainings, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances and Storage of Medication, Program Records, and General Safety. The following items above were found in compliance. The following inspections are below. •Last fire drill was conducted on 2/14/2024. •Last Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill was conducted 2/14/2024. •Last Playground Inspection was conducted on 2/2/2024. •Last Sanitation Inspection was on 11/29/2023. •Last Fire inspection was on 1/31/2024. There was some confusion if the inspection had been submitted to the consultant within the appropriate time line for compliance. It was submitted today. The children were observed participating in teacher directed welcome circle time, reviewing the days of the week, numbers, letters and shape of the day. The Meck Pre K classrooms were observed in their teacher directed learning circle time, then transitioning to the outdoor learning environment. The younger children were observed to be participating in music and movement. All children were actively engaged with age appropriate learning activities. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records and were all in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheets were completed before the visit. There was one (1) new staff file to monitor. Staff member K.C.’s file was not completed and/or on site and was missing components. She stated all missing pieces were completed but I was not able to review as they were not on site. Medication: Medication was monitored. There was one child who had a paperwork posted that she used a rescue inhaler but upon further discussion this child’s emergency medication is not needed at this time. Ms. Bryant corrected this during the visit by removing the form. Weapons: Today you reported that your facility was in compliance with childcare requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is provided for the Meck Pre K students and limited monitoring was observed at today’s visit. Six (6) violations were observed today and three (3) were corrected during visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted on the Information board in the main entrance and exit area was dated for the incorrect week. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The door to the kitchen, that has direct access to a Pre K classroom was open and unlocked. The teacher closed the door and when the Assistant Director arrived she locked the door. Since the door was open there was a product labeled "keep out of reach of children" which was not above five (5) feet since the room was not locked. .2820(b) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed and signed off on the personnel and operational policies but it was not on site, and I was not able to review. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed the EPR plan during her orientation but it was not maintained in her file so I was not able to review. .0607(f) 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. Staff member K.C. stated that she has completed the training and signed the policy but it was not in her file so it was not able to review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. The provider took down the paper authorizing the medication to be given. The child no longer requires the medication. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) On or before 3/25/2024, 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: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 OR Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License •Reach out to your Child Care Consultant for the facility’s star rated cohort assessment and preparation year. Please make the Child Care Consultant aware of when and if you are ready to begin the Star Rated License process within the cohort timeline. Technical Assistance •There is a new Summary of the Law on the DCDEE website that should be posted on the information board. •There are new NC Sanitation Laws that have been implemented, please reach out if you have any questions. •Reach out to your local CCRI and Partnership for Children for assistance with the Rated License process. •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating child care centers to test water initially and every three years. Family child care homes are required to test water for lead once. DCDEE encourages you to utilize the Clean Classrooms for Children’s program. You can take the pre- enrollment webinars which is available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina then enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina completing the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. Keep mindful that once you evaluate potential hazards and receive results if there are recommendations and/or water mitigation support is needed they will provide direction in how to mitigate and ways to fund said mitigation. •As the facility goes through physical updates, consider keeping all forms that are pertinent to staff files and any other files in one location. It is also suggested that employees do not take home staff hire forms for completion. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, and I encouraged you to ask any questions and you stated that you had none. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2024 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 3/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:17 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Hammond and I shared the reason for the visit. She spoke with the Director and stated it was fine for me to begin the visit. Ms. C. Bryant assisted with today’s visit, once she arrived. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety (90%) percent as of today’s visit. Ownership: The facility owner is Learning Tree Academy, Inc. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. The following items were monitored: Licensing Posted, Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratio, Supervision, Specialized Trainings, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances and Storage of Medication, Program Records, and General Safety. The following items above were found in compliance. The following inspections are below. •Last fire drill was conducted on 2/14/2024. •Last Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill was conducted 2/14/2024. •Last Playground Inspection was conducted on 2/2/2024. •Last Sanitation Inspection was on 11/29/2023. •Last Fire inspection was on 1/31/2024. There was some confusion if the inspection had been submitted to the consultant within the appropriate time line for compliance. It was submitted today. The children were observed participating in teacher directed welcome circle time, reviewing the days of the week, numbers, letters and shape of the day. The Meck Pre K classrooms were observed in their teacher directed learning circle time, then transitioning to the outdoor learning environment. The younger children were observed to be participating in music and movement. All children were actively engaged with age appropriate learning activities. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records and were all in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheets were completed before the visit. There was one (1) new staff file to monitor. Staff member K.C.’s file was not completed and/or on site and was missing components. She stated all missing pieces were completed but I was not able to review as they were not on site. Medication: Medication was monitored. There was one child who had a paperwork posted that she used a rescue inhaler but upon further discussion this child’s emergency medication is not needed at this time. Ms. Bryant corrected this during the visit by removing the form. Weapons: Today you reported that your facility was in compliance with childcare requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is provided for the Meck Pre K students and limited monitoring was observed at today’s visit. Six (6) violations were observed today and three (3) were corrected during visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted on the Information board in the main entrance and exit area was dated for the incorrect week. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The door to the kitchen, that has direct access to a Pre K classroom was open and unlocked. The teacher closed the door and when the Assistant Director arrived she locked the door. Since the door was open there was a product labeled "keep out of reach of children" which was not above five (5) feet since the room was not locked. .2820(b) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed and signed off on the personnel and operational policies but it was not on site, and I was not able to review. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed the EPR plan during her orientation but it was not maintained in her file so I was not able to review. .0607(f) 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. Staff member K.C. stated that she has completed the training and signed the policy but it was not in her file so it was not able to review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. The provider took down the paper authorizing the medication to be given. The child no longer requires the medication. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) On or before 3/25/2024, 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: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 OR Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License •Reach out to your Child Care Consultant for the facility’s star rated cohort assessment and preparation year. Please make the Child Care Consultant aware of when and if you are ready to begin the Star Rated License process within the cohort timeline. Technical Assistance •There is a new Summary of the Law on the DCDEE website that should be posted on the information board. •There are new NC Sanitation Laws that have been implemented, please reach out if you have any questions. •Reach out to your local CCRI and Partnership for Children for assistance with the Rated License process. •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating child care centers to test water initially and every three years. Family child care homes are required to test water for lead once. DCDEE encourages you to utilize the Clean Classrooms for Children’s program. You can take the pre- enrollment webinars which is available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina then enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina completing the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. Keep mindful that once you evaluate potential hazards and receive results if there are recommendations and/or water mitigation support is needed they will provide direction in how to mitigate and ways to fund said mitigation. •As the facility goes through physical updates, consider keeping all forms that are pertinent to staff files and any other files in one location. It is also suggested that employees do not take home staff hire forms for completion. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, and I encouraged you to ask any questions and you stated that you had none. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2024 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 3/12/2024 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 137 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:17 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced routine visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. Hammond and I shared the reason for the visit. She spoke with the Director and stated it was fine for me to begin the visit. Ms. C. Bryant assisted with today’s visit, once she arrived. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) Star Center License effective 5/4/2021. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) and second (2nd) shifts and meets enhanced ratios. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety (90%) percent as of today’s visit. Ownership: The facility owner is Learning Tree Academy, Inc. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. The following items were monitored: Licensing Posted, Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratio, Supervision, Specialized Trainings, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Storage of Hazardous Substances and Storage of Medication, Program Records, and General Safety. The following items above were found in compliance. The following inspections are below. •Last fire drill was conducted on 2/14/2024. •Last Shelter in Place/Lockdown Drill was conducted 2/14/2024. •Last Playground Inspection was conducted on 2/2/2024. •Last Sanitation Inspection was on 11/29/2023. •Last Fire inspection was on 1/31/2024. There was some confusion if the inspection had been submitted to the consultant within the appropriate time line for compliance. It was submitted today. The children were observed participating in teacher directed welcome circle time, reviewing the days of the week, numbers, letters and shape of the day. The Meck Pre K classrooms were observed in their teacher directed learning circle time, then transitioning to the outdoor learning environment. The younger children were observed to be participating in music and movement. All children were actively engaged with age appropriate learning activities. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records and were all in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheets were completed before the visit. There was one (1) new staff file to monitor. Staff member K.C.’s file was not completed and/or on site and was missing components. She stated all missing pieces were completed but I was not able to review as they were not on site. Medication: Medication was monitored. There was one child who had a paperwork posted that she used a rescue inhaler but upon further discussion this child’s emergency medication is not needed at this time. Ms. Bryant corrected this during the visit by removing the form. Weapons: Today you reported that your facility was in compliance with childcare requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: Transportation is provided for the Meck Pre K students and limited monitoring was observed at today’s visit. Six (6) violations were observed today and three (3) were corrected during visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted on the Information board in the main entrance and exit area was dated for the incorrect week. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The door to the kitchen, that has direct access to a Pre K classroom was open and unlocked. The teacher closed the door and when the Assistant Director arrived she locked the door. Since the door was open there was a product labeled "keep out of reach of children" which was not above five (5) feet since the room was not locked. .2820(b) 1233 Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed and signed off on the personnel and operational policies but it was not on site, and I was not able to review. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) 1825 All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file. Staff member K.C. stated that she had reviewed the EPR plan during her orientation but it was not maintained in her file so I was not able to review. .0607(f) 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. Staff member K.C. stated that she has completed the training and signed the policy but it was not in her file so it was not able to review. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. The provider took down the paper authorizing the medication to be given. The child no longer requires the medication. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) On or before 3/25/2024, 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: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 OR Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time period. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License •Reach out to your Child Care Consultant for the facility’s star rated cohort assessment and preparation year. Please make the Child Care Consultant aware of when and if you are ready to begin the Star Rated License process within the cohort timeline. Technical Assistance •There is a new Summary of the Law on the DCDEE website that should be posted on the information board. •There are new NC Sanitation Laws that have been implemented, please reach out if you have any questions. •Reach out to your local CCRI and Partnership for Children for assistance with the Rated License process. •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating child care centers to test water initially and every three years. Family child care homes are required to test water for lead once. DCDEE encourages you to utilize the Clean Classrooms for Children’s program. You can take the pre- enrollment webinars which is available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina then enroll – At www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina completing the enrollment surveys for three program sections: 1) lead in water, 2) lead-based paint, and 3) asbestos. Keep mindful that once you evaluate potential hazards and receive results if there are recommendations and/or water mitigation support is needed they will provide direction in how to mitigate and ways to fund said mitigation. •As the facility goes through physical updates, consider keeping all forms that are pertinent to staff files and any other files in one location. It is also suggested that employees do not take home staff hire forms for completion. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, and I encouraged you to ask any questions and you stated that you had none. Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to get the latest updates. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2023 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 8/1/2023 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Upon arrival, Children and staff were observed leaving for a field trip. I phoned the administrator and Mrs. Debra arrived to assist with the visit. When she arrived, I stated the purpose of my visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current and in compliance. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 03-01-2023. The last fire inspection was conducted ? permit dated 11/28/22-12/011/23. The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-14-2023. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 06-27-2023. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 05-23-2023. The last compliance prior to this visit was 88%. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. Transportation requirements will be monitored at a later visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Consultant did not receive the proper checklist. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented on the correct form was for 5/23/23. .0605(q) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff started on 9/13/2021. The health and safety trainings are dated starting from, 8/28/2019. .1102(a) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2023 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, YOU ARE IN COHORT ONE AND THIS IS YOUR PREPERATION YEAR. An email was sent prior to todays visit with detailed information. Rated License: During this interim time I suggested that you take the following steps: *contact Your local CCRI for assistance. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources -have staff view the trainings -NC Additional Notes SACERS-U. ECERS-R. Iters-R Staff: Review staff fles, you have soome the need to start renewing their health and safety trainings. Also make sure all Meck PreK staff have the required documents and trainings prior to the Meck PreK start date. Classrooms: Have teachers use measuring tape and or rulers to ensure that children have 18 inches between their mats. Nap was not observed today, however the mats were placed for children to return and lay down. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE LEARNING TREE ACADEMY. Facility ID: 60003786 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/1/2023 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 8/1/2023 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced annual compliance visit today was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements. Upon arrival, Children and staff were observed leaving for a field trip. I phoned the administrator and Mrs. Debra arrived to assist with the visit. When she arrived, I stated the purpose of my visit. This facility currently operates with a five-star rated license effective September 24, 2021. Prior to the visit the NC Secretary of State website was reviewed and this facility was in current and in compliance. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 03-01-2023. The last fire inspection was conducted ? permit dated 11/28/22-12/011/23. The last documented fire drill was conducted 07-14-2023. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 06-27-2023. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 05-23-2023. The last compliance prior to this visit was 88%. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program and management. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. Transportation requirements will be monitored at a later visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Consultant did not receive the proper checklist. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last documented on the correct form was for 5/23/23. .0605(q) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff started on 9/13/2021. The health and safety trainings are dated starting from, 8/28/2019. .1102(a) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by August 15, 2023 The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance: As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The state of emergency ended August 15, 2022, YOU ARE IN COHORT ONE AND THIS IS YOUR PREPERATION YEAR. An email was sent prior to todays visit with detailed information. Rated License: During this interim time I suggested that you take the following steps: *contact Your local CCRI for assistance. *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider If the applications. For more information, please go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources -have staff view the trainings -NC Additional Notes SACERS-U. ECERS-R. Iters-R Staff: Review staff fles, you have soome the need to start renewing their health and safety trainings. Also make sure all Meck PreK staff have the required documents and trainings prior to the Meck PreK start date. Classrooms: Have teachers use measuring tape and or rulers to ensure that children have 18 inches between their mats. Nap was not observed today, however the mats were placed for children to return and lay down. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times