Bright Beginnings Child Development Center

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: BRIGHT BEGINNINGS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Facility ID: 82000251 Consultant: TANYA HERRING Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/12/2026 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 2/12/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 273 Time In: 09:57 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. The annual compliance monitoring checklist for child care centers was used to note requirements monitored today. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the administrator, S. Peterson. Ms. Peterson accompanied me as I completed a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning environments, and the kitchen. A total of forty-three (43) children were present during today’s visit. The children were observed during free choice, completing routine care tasks, and eating lunch. Today’s lunch was in compliance with Meal Pattern requirements. LICENSE STATUS: This facility currently operates with a three-star rated license issued on August 15, 2017. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on February 12, 2026, and Clinton Pentecostal Holiness Church, was listed as current and active. REQUIRED INSPECTIONS/DRILLS: The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 24, 2025. The last annual fire inspection was completed on December 15, 2025, and the last annual sanitation inspection was completed on November 24, 2025, and received a “Superior” classification with eight (8) demerits. The last documented monthly fire drill and last documented monthly playground inspection was completed on January 14, 2026, and last documented quarterly lockdown drill and/or shelter-in-place drill was conducted on January 20, 2026. During today’s visit, a full assessment of the child care requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings, attendance logs, and safe sleep logs. I monitored program requirements, equipment and furnishings, staff/child ratios & supervision, storage and/or administering of medication, and the outdoor area & equipment. This facility does not provide transportation. I also reviewed a sample of the staff files and children’s records. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Daily arrival times were not documented for four (4) of the forty-three (43) children present during today’s visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. Written authorization giving the caregiver permission to administer Parent Choice diaper ointment for enrolled child A. G. was not on file as required by the rule. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 91%. COMPLIANCE LETTER: All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By February 26, 2026, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Tanya Herring 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all children in care. As a child care provider, it is important that you are familiar with all licensing requirements applicable to your program. Maintaining compliance with these laws and rules is a key responsibility and requires regular review of the child care regulations. You can access the current version of the child care rules and laws online by visiting the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. During today’s visit, we reviewed the Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization for licensed child care centers and completed the QRIS conversational template. You expressed interest in pursuing a star-rated license through Pathway 2: Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway. I provided an overview of the requirements outlined in this pathway. Additionally, I explained that all lead teachers and other educators must update their education information in WORKS if they have not already done so. Please continue reading the Raise NC newsletter and visit the QRIS Modernization section under the What’s New tab on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov . There, you will find detailed guidance, videos, and a helpful FAQ document to support your transition. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions, please contact me at tanya.herring@dhhs.nc.gov or at 910-624-4171. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-971-7765. 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