THE Goddard School

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 78 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 390 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:15 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance for applicable childcare requirements during an Annual Compliance with Rated License visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 8, 2025. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 85%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your facility, owned by Orchid Ventures, INC, was current/active as viewed on the North Carolina Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, Safe Procedures for Arrival & Departure, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid poster, tobacco free facility signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions requirements were maintained during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, group time, outdoor gross motor activities with water play, washing hands, toileting, and transitions. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, science, music, writing, and cozy/quiet areas. Toys and equipment are of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate in all spaces, and children’s process-oriented art/work was displayed throughout the classrooms and the facility. Bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Diaper creams and ointments were monitored. Emergency medications requiring a Medical Action Plan were monitored. General safety throughout the center and outdoor learning environment was monitored. Inspections/Drills/Logs Sanitation Inspection-August 19, 2025, with a Superior rating and 12 demerits. Fire Inspection-April 14, 2026 Fire Drill-May 20, 2026 Emergency Drill-March 16, 2026 Playground Inspection- May 20, 2026 Incident Log- Completed as required. Lead Water Test- February 29, 2024 Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Test-Exempt You stated your program does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of twelve children’s files. I monitored seven files of new staff hired since the last ACV. I monitored two files of existing staff members. Rated License 1. On June 10, 2026, I received the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers form. You have chosen Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway (Pathway2). 2. On June 10, 2026, I observed that the facility has implemented Reduced Enhanced Ratios and was following reduced enhanced ratios and enhanced space during my visit. 3. On June 10, 2026, I received the Family and Community Engagement Standards Child Care Centers form. • I verified the five foundational practices were in place by reviewing the plans you have documented in the facility’s operational policies or parent handbook. 4. On June 10, 2026, I received the Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan form. • I verified that the Facility CQI Plan was in place and progress was underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Programmatic goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 5. On June 10, 2026, I observed the Individual CQI Plans are in place, and progress is underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Professional goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 6. You stated that the approved curriculum used by the facility for ages 0-5 is Wonder of Learning. I verified use by monitoring the curricula information posted in classrooms and online use to include activity plans showing the use of the curricula. I verified curriculum planning to include modifications and adaptations made for children with special health and developmental needs by observing the activity plans. 7. The approved formative assessment used by the facility for ages enrolled is COR Advantage. I verified use by monitoring assessment use in the online portal. 8. On June 10, 2026, you stated that this facility shares child assessments at least twice annually through parent teacher conferences. 9. You stated that you, the administrator, will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. You stated that the lead teachers will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. 10. Classrooms serving preschool children have written activity schedules and plans as required in Rule .0509, all five activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) are available each day and activities listed in Rule .0510(c) are offered at least once per week, and activities for infants and toddlers are available as required in Rule .0511. Please submit the following outstanding required documentation needed for verification to me no later than June 24, 2026: 1. The administrator and lead teachers need to complete the formative assessment and curriculum training prior to issuing a license to the facility. Please send me verification of completion of the two trainings. 2. QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet (electronic) including all Workforce ID numbers. Per child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b) Recognition Of Quality Initiatives, a child care operator may choose to request one or more areas of recognition to accompany the issuance of a two through five-star rated license earned through compliance with any licensure pathway requirement of this Section. Quality initiatives will not be used to earn a star rating. Verification of requirements for each recognition shall be reassessed at least every three years, at the time of reassessment for a two through five-star rated license. Upon verification of the requirements, the Division will issue recognition of the following quality initiatives: • Education • Professional Development • Longevity and Experience • Staff Supports and Benefits • Health and Wellness Opportunities • Language Concentration • Culinary Emphasis • Ratio, Group Size, Enrollment Practices • Supplemental Environment • NC Breastfeeding – Friendly Child Care Designation Program • Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood – PLUS Recognition If you are interested in earning a Recognition Of Quality Initiatives send me verification of meeting them according to 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. There were violations cited or observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not have a signature or date stating the Summary was received. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not receive any additional on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not have a date and signature that the operational policies were reviewed with the family. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not have a staff evaluation in their file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not have a signature and date stating this policy was received. .1804(c) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not complete this training. .1102(a) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Two children's files did not have the enrollment date included on this form. .0608(b)(1-6) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. Ensure that all required areas of the children’s files are signed, dated and include the enrollment date if required on the form. These forms should be monitored prior to an administrator signing off on completion of the file. 2. Conduct quarterly audits of staff files and/or the staff and training worksheet to ensure all required training and evaluations are completed in a timely manner. You may also choose to utilize the dry erase boards in your office to document when time sensitive items are due. Consultation: 1. Please be reminded that all plans put in place as part of the Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers, QRIS Pathway 2 must be completed within one year from the date of the new Rated License issued to your facility. Rated License components required to earn your star rated license will be monitored annually. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them in order to clarify or verify compliance. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than June 24, 2026. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Resources: Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. Feel free to contact me by phone at (704)798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. Thank you for your time today. 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 .3224 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 78 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 390 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:15 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance for applicable childcare requirements during an Annual Compliance with Rated License visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 8, 2025. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 85%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your facility, owned by Orchid Ventures, INC, was current/active as viewed on the North Carolina Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, Safe Procedures for Arrival & Departure, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid poster, tobacco free facility signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions requirements were maintained during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, group time, outdoor gross motor activities with water play, washing hands, toileting, and transitions. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, science, music, writing, and cozy/quiet areas. Toys and equipment are of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate in all spaces, and children’s process-oriented art/work was displayed throughout the classrooms and the facility. Bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Diaper creams and ointments were monitored. Emergency medications requiring a Medical Action Plan were monitored. General safety throughout the center and outdoor learning environment was monitored. Inspections/Drills/Logs Sanitation Inspection-August 19, 2025, with a Superior rating and 12 demerits. Fire Inspection-April 14, 2026 Fire Drill-May 20, 2026 Emergency Drill-March 16, 2026 Playground Inspection- May 20, 2026 Incident Log- Completed as required. Lead Water Test- February 29, 2024 Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Test-Exempt You stated your program does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of twelve children’s files. I monitored seven files of new staff hired since the last ACV. I monitored two files of existing staff members. Rated License 1. On June 10, 2026, I received the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers form. You have chosen Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway (Pathway2). 2. On June 10, 2026, I observed that the facility has implemented Reduced Enhanced Ratios and was following reduced enhanced ratios and enhanced space during my visit. 3. On June 10, 2026, I received the Family and Community Engagement Standards Child Care Centers form. • I verified the five foundational practices were in place by reviewing the plans you have documented in the facility’s operational policies or parent handbook. 4. On June 10, 2026, I received the Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan form. • I verified that the Facility CQI Plan was in place and progress was underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Programmatic goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 5. On June 10, 2026, I observed the Individual CQI Plans are in place, and progress is underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Professional goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 6. You stated that the approved curriculum used by the facility for ages 0-5 is Wonder of Learning. I verified use by monitoring the curricula information posted in classrooms and online use to include activity plans showing the use of the curricula. I verified curriculum planning to include modifications and adaptations made for children with special health and developmental needs by observing the activity plans. 7. The approved formative assessment used by the facility for ages enrolled is COR Advantage. I verified use by monitoring assessment use in the online portal. 8. On June 10, 2026, you stated that this facility shares child assessments at least twice annually through parent teacher conferences. 9. You stated that you, the administrator, will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. You stated that the lead teachers will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. 10. Classrooms serving preschool children have written activity schedules and plans as required in Rule .0509, all five activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) are available each day and activities listed in Rule .0510(c) are offered at least once per week, and activities for infants and toddlers are available as required in Rule .0511. Please submit the following outstanding required documentation needed for verification to me no later than June 24, 2026: 1. The administrator and lead teachers need to complete the formative assessment and curriculum training prior to issuing a license to the facility. Please send me verification of completion of the two trainings. 2. QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet (electronic) including all Workforce ID numbers. Per child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b) Recognition Of Quality Initiatives, a child care operator may choose to request one or more areas of recognition to accompany the issuance of a two through five-star rated license earned through compliance with any licensure pathway requirement of this Section. Quality initiatives will not be used to earn a star rating. Verification of requirements for each recognition shall be reassessed at least every three years, at the time of reassessment for a two through five-star rated license. Upon verification of the requirements, the Division will issue recognition of the following quality initiatives: • Education • Professional Development • Longevity and Experience • Staff Supports and Benefits • Health and Wellness Opportunities • Language Concentration • Culinary Emphasis • Ratio, Group Size, Enrollment Practices • Supplemental Environment • NC Breastfeeding – Friendly Child Care Designation Program • Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood – PLUS Recognition If you are interested in earning a Recognition Of Quality Initiatives send me verification of meeting them according to 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. There were violations cited or observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not have a signature or date stating the Summary was received. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not receive any additional on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not have a date and signature that the operational policies were reviewed with the family. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not have a staff evaluation in their file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not have a signature and date stating this policy was received. .1804(c) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not complete this training. .1102(a) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Two children's files did not have the enrollment date included on this form. .0608(b)(1-6) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. Ensure that all required areas of the children’s files are signed, dated and include the enrollment date if required on the form. These forms should be monitored prior to an administrator signing off on completion of the file. 2. Conduct quarterly audits of staff files and/or the staff and training worksheet to ensure all required training and evaluations are completed in a timely manner. You may also choose to utilize the dry erase boards in your office to document when time sensitive items are due. Consultation: 1. Please be reminded that all plans put in place as part of the Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers, QRIS Pathway 2 must be completed within one year from the date of the new Rated License issued to your facility. Rated License components required to earn your star rated license will be monitored annually. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them in order to clarify or verify compliance. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than June 24, 2026. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Resources: Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. Feel free to contact me by phone at (704)798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. Thank you for your time today. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 78 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 390 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:15 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance for applicable childcare requirements during an Annual Compliance with Rated License visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 8, 2025. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 85%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your facility, owned by Orchid Ventures, INC, was current/active as viewed on the North Carolina Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, Safe Procedures for Arrival & Departure, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid poster, tobacco free facility signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions requirements were maintained during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, group time, outdoor gross motor activities with water play, washing hands, toileting, and transitions. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, science, music, writing, and cozy/quiet areas. Toys and equipment are of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate in all spaces, and children’s process-oriented art/work was displayed throughout the classrooms and the facility. Bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Diaper creams and ointments were monitored. Emergency medications requiring a Medical Action Plan were monitored. General safety throughout the center and outdoor learning environment was monitored. Inspections/Drills/Logs Sanitation Inspection-August 19, 2025, with a Superior rating and 12 demerits. Fire Inspection-April 14, 2026 Fire Drill-May 20, 2026 Emergency Drill-March 16, 2026 Playground Inspection- May 20, 2026 Incident Log- Completed as required. Lead Water Test- February 29, 2024 Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Test-Exempt You stated your program does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of twelve children’s files. I monitored seven files of new staff hired since the last ACV. I monitored two files of existing staff members. Rated License 1. On June 10, 2026, I received the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers form. You have chosen Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway (Pathway2). 2. On June 10, 2026, I observed that the facility has implemented Reduced Enhanced Ratios and was following reduced enhanced ratios and enhanced space during my visit. 3. On June 10, 2026, I received the Family and Community Engagement Standards Child Care Centers form. • I verified the five foundational practices were in place by reviewing the plans you have documented in the facility’s operational policies or parent handbook. 4. On June 10, 2026, I received the Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan form. • I verified that the Facility CQI Plan was in place and progress was underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Programmatic goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 5. On June 10, 2026, I observed the Individual CQI Plans are in place, and progress is underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Professional goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 6. You stated that the approved curriculum used by the facility for ages 0-5 is Wonder of Learning. I verified use by monitoring the curricula information posted in classrooms and online use to include activity plans showing the use of the curricula. I verified curriculum planning to include modifications and adaptations made for children with special health and developmental needs by observing the activity plans. 7. The approved formative assessment used by the facility for ages enrolled is COR Advantage. I verified use by monitoring assessment use in the online portal. 8. On June 10, 2026, you stated that this facility shares child assessments at least twice annually through parent teacher conferences. 9. You stated that you, the administrator, will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. You stated that the lead teachers will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. 10. Classrooms serving preschool children have written activity schedules and plans as required in Rule .0509, all five activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) are available each day and activities listed in Rule .0510(c) are offered at least once per week, and activities for infants and toddlers are available as required in Rule .0511. Please submit the following outstanding required documentation needed for verification to me no later than June 24, 2026: 1. The administrator and lead teachers need to complete the formative assessment and curriculum training prior to issuing a license to the facility. Please send me verification of completion of the two trainings. 2. QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet (electronic) including all Workforce ID numbers. Per child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b) Recognition Of Quality Initiatives, a child care operator may choose to request one or more areas of recognition to accompany the issuance of a two through five-star rated license earned through compliance with any licensure pathway requirement of this Section. Quality initiatives will not be used to earn a star rating. Verification of requirements for each recognition shall be reassessed at least every three years, at the time of reassessment for a two through five-star rated license. Upon verification of the requirements, the Division will issue recognition of the following quality initiatives: • Education • Professional Development • Longevity and Experience • Staff Supports and Benefits • Health and Wellness Opportunities • Language Concentration • Culinary Emphasis • Ratio, Group Size, Enrollment Practices • Supplemental Environment • NC Breastfeeding – Friendly Child Care Designation Program • Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood – PLUS Recognition If you are interested in earning a Recognition Of Quality Initiatives send me verification of meeting them according to 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. There were violations cited or observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not have a signature or date stating the Summary was received. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not receive any additional on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not have a date and signature that the operational policies were reviewed with the family. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not have a staff evaluation in their file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not have a signature and date stating this policy was received. .1804(c) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not complete this training. .1102(a) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Two children's files did not have the enrollment date included on this form. .0608(b)(1-6) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. Ensure that all required areas of the children’s files are signed, dated and include the enrollment date if required on the form. These forms should be monitored prior to an administrator signing off on completion of the file. 2. Conduct quarterly audits of staff files and/or the staff and training worksheet to ensure all required training and evaluations are completed in a timely manner. You may also choose to utilize the dry erase boards in your office to document when time sensitive items are due. Consultation: 1. Please be reminded that all plans put in place as part of the Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers, QRIS Pathway 2 must be completed within one year from the date of the new Rated License issued to your facility. Rated License components required to earn your star rated license will be monitored annually. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them in order to clarify or verify compliance. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than June 24, 2026. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Resources: Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. Feel free to contact me by phone at (704)798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. Thank you for your time today. 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 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 78 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 390 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:25 PM Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 04:15 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp w/Rated Lic Assess Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance for applicable childcare requirements during an Annual Compliance with Rated License visit. Your last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 8, 2025. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 85%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Your facility, owned by Orchid Ventures, INC, was current/active as viewed on the North Carolina Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, NC Child Care Summary of the Law, Safe Procedures for Arrival & Departure, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, First Aid poster, tobacco free facility signage and evacuation plans posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions requirements were maintained during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, group time, outdoor gross motor activities with water play, washing hands, toileting, and transitions. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, science, music, writing, and cozy/quiet areas. Toys and equipment are of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate in all spaces, and children’s process-oriented art/work was displayed throughout the classrooms and the facility. Bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Diaper creams and ointments were monitored. Emergency medications requiring a Medical Action Plan were monitored. General safety throughout the center and outdoor learning environment was monitored. Inspections/Drills/Logs Sanitation Inspection-August 19, 2025, with a Superior rating and 12 demerits. Fire Inspection-April 14, 2026 Fire Drill-May 20, 2026 Emergency Drill-March 16, 2026 Playground Inspection- May 20, 2026 Incident Log- Completed as required. Lead Water Test- February 29, 2024 Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Test-Exempt You stated your program does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of twelve children’s files. I monitored seven files of new staff hired since the last ACV. I monitored two files of existing staff members. Rated License 1. On June 10, 2026, I received the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers form. You have chosen Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway (Pathway2). 2. On June 10, 2026, I observed that the facility has implemented Reduced Enhanced Ratios and was following reduced enhanced ratios and enhanced space during my visit. 3. On June 10, 2026, I received the Family and Community Engagement Standards Child Care Centers form. • I verified the five foundational practices were in place by reviewing the plans you have documented in the facility’s operational policies or parent handbook. 4. On June 10, 2026, I received the Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan form. • I verified that the Facility CQI Plan was in place and progress was underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Programmatic goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 5. On June 10, 2026, I observed the Individual CQI Plans are in place, and progress is underway to carry out, complete, and maintain the documented Professional goal(s), Reason or Source for the goal(s), Expected timeframe, and Steps to Achieve the Goal(s). 6. You stated that the approved curriculum used by the facility for ages 0-5 is Wonder of Learning. I verified use by monitoring the curricula information posted in classrooms and online use to include activity plans showing the use of the curricula. I verified curriculum planning to include modifications and adaptations made for children with special health and developmental needs by observing the activity plans. 7. The approved formative assessment used by the facility for ages enrolled is COR Advantage. I verified use by monitoring assessment use in the online portal. 8. On June 10, 2026, you stated that this facility shares child assessments at least twice annually through parent teacher conferences. 9. You stated that you, the administrator, will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. You stated that the lead teachers will complete five (5) hours of ongoing training (or 0.5 CEU’s) in addition to the ongoing training required of Child Care Rule .1103. 10. Classrooms serving preschool children have written activity schedules and plans as required in Rule .0509, all five activity areas listed in G.S. 110-91(12) are available each day and activities listed in Rule .0510(c) are offered at least once per week, and activities for infants and toddlers are available as required in Rule .0511. Please submit the following outstanding required documentation needed for verification to me no later than June 24, 2026: 1. The administrator and lead teachers need to complete the formative assessment and curriculum training prior to issuing a license to the facility. Please send me verification of completion of the two trainings. 2. QRIS Staff Information and Education Worksheet (electronic) including all Workforce ID numbers. Per child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b) Recognition Of Quality Initiatives, a child care operator may choose to request one or more areas of recognition to accompany the issuance of a two through five-star rated license earned through compliance with any licensure pathway requirement of this Section. Quality initiatives will not be used to earn a star rating. Verification of requirements for each recognition shall be reassessed at least every three years, at the time of reassessment for a two through five-star rated license. Upon verification of the requirements, the Division will issue recognition of the following quality initiatives: • Education • Professional Development • Longevity and Experience • Staff Supports and Benefits • Health and Wellness Opportunities • Language Concentration • Culinary Emphasis • Ratio, Group Size, Enrollment Practices • Supplemental Environment • NC Breastfeeding – Friendly Child Care Designation Program • Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood – PLUS Recognition If you are interested in earning a Recognition Of Quality Initiatives send me verification of meeting them according to 10A NCAC 09 .3224 (a & b). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. There were violations cited or observed during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child's file did not have a signature or date stating the Summary was received. GS 110-102 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not receive any additional on-going training hours. .1103(a) 1203 Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. One child's file did not have a date and signature that the operational policies were reviewed with the family. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not have a staff evaluation in their file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1324 Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One child's file did not have a signature and date stating this policy was received. .1804(c) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff with a hire date of 4/1/25 did not complete this training. .1102(a) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Two children's files did not have the enrollment date included on this form. .0608(b)(1-6) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. Ensure that all required areas of the children’s files are signed, dated and include the enrollment date if required on the form. These forms should be monitored prior to an administrator signing off on completion of the file. 2. Conduct quarterly audits of staff files and/or the staff and training worksheet to ensure all required training and evaluations are completed in a timely manner. You may also choose to utilize the dry erase boards in your office to document when time sensitive items are due. Consultation: 1. Please be reminded that all plans put in place as part of the Classroom and Instructional Quality for Child Care Centers, QRIS Pathway 2 must be completed within one year from the date of the new Rated License issued to your facility. Rated License components required to earn your star rated license will be monitored annually. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them in order to clarify or verify compliance. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than June 24, 2026. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Resources: Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. Feel free to contact me by phone at (704)798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have any questions. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/8/2025 Number Present: 91 Completed Date: 7/8/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 390 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: 02:00 PM Time Out: 05:00 PM 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 childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on July 16, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 75%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. Toni Washington, Child Care Consultant accompanied me on today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. We observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, and evacuation plans, posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, were maintained during the visit. Children were actively engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed activities, reading books, art, transitions, outdoor play, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. Both outdoor playgrounds were monitored. All over-the-counter medications/topical ointments were monitored. All prescription medications were monitored. All bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies. Inspections/Drills/Logs Fire Inspection- April 16, 2025 Sanitation Inspection- June 4, 2025, with an Approved classification and twenty-four demerits. Playground Inspection- June 20, 2025 Fire Drill- June 26, 2025 Emergency Drill- June 23, 2025 Incident Log- Completed as required. Your facility does not provide transportation. We monitored a random selection of nine children’s files. During today’s visit, we monitored thirteen staff files who were hired since the ACV on July 16, 2024, and one existing staff file. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In Spaces 4 and 6 there were areas of peeling paint with drywall exposed and various areas with crayon/marker scribbles on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Spaces 7 and 9 there were over the counter creams/ointments which had expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 4,5,7,8, and 9 there were diaper creams and sunscreens with expired permission to administer forms. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) We provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Utilize the administrative team for compliance checks medications, topical ointments and permission to administer forms are updated or reviewed monthly. Items with expired permission to administer forms or expired ointments were removed from the classrooms. 2. There are a few classrooms where there was paint peeling with drywall exposed and crayon/marker scribbles on the walls. These rooms could consider using large butcher paper or painting a chalkboard wall so children can have an appropriate place to color and write. It would also be appropriate for children to use a rag or wipe to clean the areas where they have colored and teachers can position themselves in the classrooms to always maintain a visual when children are using markers and crayons. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. Maintain an ongoing staff and training worksheet. As staff are hired, adding them to the worksheet could be part of the hiring process. Additionally, when staff leave your facility, immediately remove them from the staff and training worksheet. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than July 22, 2025. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 105 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:05 PM Time In: 02:05 PM Time Out: 04:30 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on July 16, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 74%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, posted as required. Adequate approved space usage, permit restrictions and adequate supervision was observed during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored all over the counter creams and ointments. All emergency medications were monitored. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted October 9, 2024. • Fire Drill conducted- December 24, 2024. • Playground Inspection completed January 23, 2025. • Incident Log- Completed as required. • Sanitation Inspection December 16, 2024, with a Superior Classification and five demerits. • Fire Inspection March 1, 2024 Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored fourteen files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in July 2024. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 an outlet plate was cracked and within reach of the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 848 Questionable medication instructions from parents were followed without signed written dosage instructions received from physician or authorized health professional. In Space 3 a medication for children ages 12 and up was being used for a child who is one year old. There was not a physician's order/note for the medication. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed First Aid training as required. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed CPR training as required. .1102(d) 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. One staff with a hire date of 8/14/24 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy signed prior to working with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 9 there were three permission to administer forms which had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Two staff with hire dates of 9/3/24 and 8/26/24 did not complete the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Remind staff to develop a system to monitor permission to administer forms to ensure they don’t expire. Many facilities will create a chart for the cabinet or document dates on the storage bags. 2. When accepting over the counter medication, check to be sure the age of the child that will be receiving said medication is in sync with the age recommendations on the medication. 3. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. 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. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 6, 2025. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 105 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:05 PM Time In: 02:05 PM Time Out: 04:30 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on July 16, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 74%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, posted as required. Adequate approved space usage, permit restrictions and adequate supervision was observed during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored all over the counter creams and ointments. All emergency medications were monitored. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted October 9, 2024. • Fire Drill conducted- December 24, 2024. • Playground Inspection completed January 23, 2025. • Incident Log- Completed as required. • Sanitation Inspection December 16, 2024, with a Superior Classification and five demerits. • Fire Inspection March 1, 2024 Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored fourteen files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in July 2024. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 an outlet plate was cracked and within reach of the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 848 Questionable medication instructions from parents were followed without signed written dosage instructions received from physician or authorized health professional. In Space 3 a medication for children ages 12 and up was being used for a child who is one year old. There was not a physician's order/note for the medication. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed First Aid training as required. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed CPR training as required. .1102(d) 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. One staff with a hire date of 8/14/24 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy signed prior to working with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 9 there were three permission to administer forms which had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Two staff with hire dates of 9/3/24 and 8/26/24 did not complete the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Remind staff to develop a system to monitor permission to administer forms to ensure they don’t expire. Many facilities will create a chart for the cabinet or document dates on the storage bags. 2. When accepting over the counter medication, check to be sure the age of the child that will be receiving said medication is in sync with the age recommendations on the medication. 3. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. 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. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 6, 2025. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/23/2025 Number Present: 105 Completed Date: 1/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 01:05 PM Time In: 02:05 PM Time Out: 04:30 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on July 16, 2024. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 74%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, posted as required. Adequate approved space usage, permit restrictions and adequate supervision was observed during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored all over the counter creams and ointments. All emergency medications were monitored. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted October 9, 2024. • Fire Drill conducted- December 24, 2024. • Playground Inspection completed January 23, 2025. • Incident Log- Completed as required. • Sanitation Inspection December 16, 2024, with a Superior Classification and five demerits. • Fire Inspection March 1, 2024 Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored fourteen files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in July 2024. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 3 an outlet plate was cracked and within reach of the children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 848 Questionable medication instructions from parents were followed without signed written dosage instructions received from physician or authorized health professional. In Space 3 a medication for children ages 12 and up was being used for a child who is one year old. There was not a physician's order/note for the medication. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(5) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed First Aid training as required. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff with a hire date of 8/26/24 has not completed CPR training as required. .1102(d) 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. One staff with a hire date of 8/14/24 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy signed prior to working with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 9 there were three permission to administer forms which had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Two staff with hire dates of 9/3/24 and 8/26/24 did not complete the required Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Remind staff to develop a system to monitor permission to administer forms to ensure they don’t expire. Many facilities will create a chart for the cabinet or document dates on the storage bags. 2. When accepting over the counter medication, check to be sure the age of the child that will be receiving said medication is in sync with the age recommendations on the medication. 3. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. 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. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 6, 2025. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/16/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 7/16/2024 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 435 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:15 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 childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 80%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, and evacuation plans, posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, were maintained during the visit. Children were actively engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed activities, reading books, art, transitions, outdoor play, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. Both outdoor playgrounds were monitored. A sampling of over-the-counter medications/topical ointments were monitored. All prescription medications were monitored. All bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies. Inspections/Drills/Logs Fire Inspection- March 1, 2024 Sanitation Inspection- May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification and six demerits. Playground Inspection- June 28, 2024 Fire Drill- June 5, 2024 Emergency Drill- April 18, 2024 Incident Log- Completed as required. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of eleven children’s files. During today’s visit, I monitored six staff files who were hired since the ACV on August 10, 2024, and one existing staff file. I will return to complete monitoring of the remaining six new staff files. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child, with an enrollment date of July 9, 2024 did not have a statement acknowledging the receipt of a Summary of Law. GS 110-102 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In Space 3 the teacher did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Spaces 3,4,and 8 there was not an up to date activity plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not posted in Spaces 1 and 3. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 619 Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use. In Space 3 the teacher did not clean the diaper changing surface after use. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In Space 8 the storage closet containing hazardous materials was not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Space 2 there were both over-the-counter and prescription medications which had expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 861 Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision. A foam ball was on the playground used by children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 had a TB skin test older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Spaces 1 and 8 there were beverages that did not meet the requirements visible to children. .0901(i) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. A child with a July 9, 2024 enrollment date did not have the required documentation in their file. .0604(j) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 did not sign the policy until 7/17/24 and was observed working in the classroom with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 5 there were medications which had no permission to administer form, the permission to administer form had expired or the Medical Action Plan had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. A file of a child who enrolled on July 9, 2024 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(b)(1-6) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Now that you a full administrative team, utilize them for compliance checks to ensure that activity plans are up to date and posted, closets are locked as required, medications and topical ointments are following regulations, and teachers are following all diapering and handwashing procedures. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff and children’s file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until they are complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than July 30, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/16/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 7/16/2024 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 435 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:15 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 childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 80%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, and evacuation plans, posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, were maintained during the visit. Children were actively engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed activities, reading books, art, transitions, outdoor play, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. Both outdoor playgrounds were monitored. A sampling of over-the-counter medications/topical ointments were monitored. All prescription medications were monitored. All bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies. Inspections/Drills/Logs Fire Inspection- March 1, 2024 Sanitation Inspection- May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification and six demerits. Playground Inspection- June 28, 2024 Fire Drill- June 5, 2024 Emergency Drill- April 18, 2024 Incident Log- Completed as required. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of eleven children’s files. During today’s visit, I monitored six staff files who were hired since the ACV on August 10, 2024, and one existing staff file. I will return to complete monitoring of the remaining six new staff files. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child, with an enrollment date of July 9, 2024 did not have a statement acknowledging the receipt of a Summary of Law. GS 110-102 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In Space 3 the teacher did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Spaces 3,4,and 8 there was not an up to date activity plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not posted in Spaces 1 and 3. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 619 Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use. In Space 3 the teacher did not clean the diaper changing surface after use. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In Space 8 the storage closet containing hazardous materials was not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Space 2 there were both over-the-counter and prescription medications which had expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 861 Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision. A foam ball was on the playground used by children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 had a TB skin test older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Spaces 1 and 8 there were beverages that did not meet the requirements visible to children. .0901(i) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. A child with a July 9, 2024 enrollment date did not have the required documentation in their file. .0604(j) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 did not sign the policy until 7/17/24 and was observed working in the classroom with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 5 there were medications which had no permission to administer form, the permission to administer form had expired or the Medical Action Plan had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. A file of a child who enrolled on July 9, 2024 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(b)(1-6) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Now that you a full administrative team, utilize them for compliance checks to ensure that activity plans are up to date and posted, closets are locked as required, medications and topical ointments are following regulations, and teachers are following all diapering and handwashing procedures. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff and children’s file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until they are complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than July 30, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/16/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 7/16/2024 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 435 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:15 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 childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 80%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, and evacuation plans, posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, were maintained during the visit. Children were actively engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed activities, reading books, art, transitions, outdoor play, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. Both outdoor playgrounds were monitored. A sampling of over-the-counter medications/topical ointments were monitored. All prescription medications were monitored. All bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies. Inspections/Drills/Logs Fire Inspection- March 1, 2024 Sanitation Inspection- May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification and six demerits. Playground Inspection- June 28, 2024 Fire Drill- June 5, 2024 Emergency Drill- April 18, 2024 Incident Log- Completed as required. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of eleven children’s files. During today’s visit, I monitored six staff files who were hired since the ACV on August 10, 2024, and one existing staff file. I will return to complete monitoring of the remaining six new staff files. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child, with an enrollment date of July 9, 2024 did not have a statement acknowledging the receipt of a Summary of Law. GS 110-102 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In Space 3 the teacher did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Spaces 3,4,and 8 there was not an up to date activity plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not posted in Spaces 1 and 3. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 619 Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use. In Space 3 the teacher did not clean the diaper changing surface after use. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In Space 8 the storage closet containing hazardous materials was not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Space 2 there were both over-the-counter and prescription medications which had expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 861 Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision. A foam ball was on the playground used by children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 had a TB skin test older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Spaces 1 and 8 there were beverages that did not meet the requirements visible to children. .0901(i) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. A child with a July 9, 2024 enrollment date did not have the required documentation in their file. .0604(j) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 did not sign the policy until 7/17/24 and was observed working in the classroom with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 5 there were medications which had no permission to administer form, the permission to administer form had expired or the Medical Action Plan had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. A file of a child who enrolled on July 9, 2024 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(b)(1-6) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Now that you a full administrative team, utilize them for compliance checks to ensure that activity plans are up to date and posted, closets are locked as required, medications and topical ointments are following regulations, and teachers are following all diapering and handwashing procedures. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff and children’s file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until they are complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than July 30, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/16/2024 Number Present: 97 Completed Date: 7/16/2024 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 435 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:15 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 childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 80%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, and evacuation plans, posted as required. Today, children were adequately supervised, adequate approved space was used, and permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, were maintained during the visit. Children were actively engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed activities, reading books, art, transitions, outdoor play, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. Both outdoor playgrounds were monitored. A sampling of over-the-counter medications/topical ointments were monitored. All prescription medications were monitored. All bathrooms were stocked with necessary supplies. Inspections/Drills/Logs Fire Inspection- March 1, 2024 Sanitation Inspection- May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification and six demerits. Playground Inspection- June 28, 2024 Fire Drill- June 5, 2024 Emergency Drill- April 18, 2024 Incident Log- Completed as required. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of eleven children’s files. During today’s visit, I monitored six staff files who were hired since the ACV on August 10, 2024, and one existing staff file. I will return to complete monitoring of the remaining six new staff files. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 114 A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One child, with an enrollment date of July 9, 2024 did not have a statement acknowledging the receipt of a Summary of Law. GS 110-102 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In Space 3 the teacher did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Spaces 3,4,and 8 there was not an up to date activity plan posted. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Feeding plans were not posted in Spaces 1 and 3. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 619 Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use. In Space 3 the teacher did not clean the diaper changing surface after use. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(c) 841 Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In Space 8 the storage closet containing hazardous materials was not locked. 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Space 2 there were both over-the-counter and prescription medications which had expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 861 Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision. A foam ball was on the playground used by children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 had a TB skin test older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Spaces 1 and 8 there were beverages that did not meet the requirements visible to children. .0901(i) 1851 The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction. A child with a July 9, 2024 enrollment date did not have the required documentation in their file. .0604(j) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A staff member with a hire date of 7/1/24 did not sign the policy until 7/17/24 and was observed working in the classroom with children. .0608(d)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. In Spaces 2 and 5 there were medications which had no permission to administer form, the permission to administer form had expired or the Medical Action Plan had expired. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) 1908 A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. A file of a child who enrolled on July 9, 2024 did not have a signed Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(b)(1-6) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Now that you a full administrative team, utilize them for compliance checks to ensure that activity plans are up to date and posted, closets are locked as required, medications and topical ointments are following regulations, and teachers are following all diapering and handwashing procedures. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff and children’s file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until they are complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than July 30, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 106 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 450 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 87%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, and Written Reprimand posted as required. I observed adequate approved space, permit restrictions and adequate supervision during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored forty-six OTC topical ointments/creams stored in the classrooms. I observed and monitored three emergency prescription medications. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted 11/15/23. • Fire Drill conducted 1/31/24. • Playground Inspection completed 1/31/24. • Incident Log- Up to date • Sanitation Inspection 5/18/23 with a Superior Classification and six demerits. • Fire Inspection has not been conducted in the last calendar year as required. Owner called and scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored four files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in August 2023. One staff with a hire date of January 16, 2024, did not complete the first two weeks of Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of October 16, 2023, did not complete the Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of August 16, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of hire. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). One staff with a hire date of June 20, 2022, did not have a valid CPR/FA. Three staff with the following hire dates did not have certificates of completion for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment: June 20, 2022, November 22, 2021, and September 26, 2022. One staff with a hire date of May 25, 2023 who was working in the infant room did not have proof of ITS SIDS. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this 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. The last fire inspection on file was 11/28/22. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In Spaces 2, 3, and 8 there was peeling paint and drywall exposed. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. In Space 6 a closet containing aerosol cans was unlocked and accessible to children. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In Spaces 1,2,3,4,6,8,and 9 there were a total of 17 various diaper creams or ointments which had vague or no instructions on the permission to administer forms. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Spaces 6 and 8 there was a sunscreen and an EPI pen with which had both expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In Space 6 an EPI Pen was not stored in its original pharmaceutical container. .0803(2)(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff did not complete orientation within the required time frame. .1101(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid CPR on file. .1102(d) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. One staff working in the infant room could not provide a copy of their ITS-SIDS certification. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two new employees did not complete orientation within the two week time frame. .1101(a)(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. Four staff did not have a Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment certificate in their file. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Consider limiting the amount of diaper creams and ointments allowed in the facility. Many of the teachers stated that they do not use them daily. If they aren’t being used, it may be in the facilities best interest to send them home and only have them during treatment to limit the likelihood of violations in this area. Additionally, you may want to review completing Permission to Administer forms to the agenda at your next staff meeting so you can review proper documentation of the forms. Remind your staff to avoid using/allowing subjective terms like “as needed” on the forms. Instructions should be specific measurable amounts with definitive times to administer, “when redness occurs”, “when scratching”. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until complete. Although many items are electronic that corporate require, the state requires they are completed on our form. Orientation is a great example of this. By documenting the corporate orientation on the state form as it occurs, there will be no question as to whether the task has been completed and it will be easier on you when completing the staff and training worksheet in preparation for the consultant visit. 3. Utilize the new calendar to document when inspections are due. Fire, Sanitation, playground etc. 4. Paint is peeling in some of the toddler classrooms and drywall is exposed. These areas will need to be covered immediately to eliminate a choking risk and painted since these areas are no longer easily cleanable. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 27, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 106 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 450 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 87%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, and Written Reprimand posted as required. I observed adequate approved space, permit restrictions and adequate supervision during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored forty-six OTC topical ointments/creams stored in the classrooms. I observed and monitored three emergency prescription medications. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted 11/15/23. • Fire Drill conducted 1/31/24. • Playground Inspection completed 1/31/24. • Incident Log- Up to date • Sanitation Inspection 5/18/23 with a Superior Classification and six demerits. • Fire Inspection has not been conducted in the last calendar year as required. Owner called and scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored four files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in August 2023. One staff with a hire date of January 16, 2024, did not complete the first two weeks of Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of October 16, 2023, did not complete the Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of August 16, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of hire. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). One staff with a hire date of June 20, 2022, did not have a valid CPR/FA. Three staff with the following hire dates did not have certificates of completion for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment: June 20, 2022, November 22, 2021, and September 26, 2022. One staff with a hire date of May 25, 2023 who was working in the infant room did not have proof of ITS SIDS. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this 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. The last fire inspection on file was 11/28/22. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In Spaces 2, 3, and 8 there was peeling paint and drywall exposed. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. In Space 6 a closet containing aerosol cans was unlocked and accessible to children. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In Spaces 1,2,3,4,6,8,and 9 there were a total of 17 various diaper creams or ointments which had vague or no instructions on the permission to administer forms. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Spaces 6 and 8 there was a sunscreen and an EPI pen with which had both expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In Space 6 an EPI Pen was not stored in its original pharmaceutical container. .0803(2)(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff did not complete orientation within the required time frame. .1101(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid CPR on file. .1102(d) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. One staff working in the infant room could not provide a copy of their ITS-SIDS certification. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two new employees did not complete orientation within the two week time frame. .1101(a)(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. Four staff did not have a Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment certificate in their file. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Consider limiting the amount of diaper creams and ointments allowed in the facility. Many of the teachers stated that they do not use them daily. If they aren’t being used, it may be in the facilities best interest to send them home and only have them during treatment to limit the likelihood of violations in this area. Additionally, you may want to review completing Permission to Administer forms to the agenda at your next staff meeting so you can review proper documentation of the forms. Remind your staff to avoid using/allowing subjective terms like “as needed” on the forms. Instructions should be specific measurable amounts with definitive times to administer, “when redness occurs”, “when scratching”. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until complete. Although many items are electronic that corporate require, the state requires they are completed on our form. Orientation is a great example of this. By documenting the corporate orientation on the state form as it occurs, there will be no question as to whether the task has been completed and it will be easier on you when completing the staff and training worksheet in preparation for the consultant visit. 3. Utilize the new calendar to document when inspections are due. Fire, Sanitation, playground etc. 4. Paint is peeling in some of the toddler classrooms and drywall is exposed. These areas will need to be covered immediately to eliminate a choking risk and painted since these areas are no longer easily cleanable. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 27, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 106 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 450 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 05:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. Your last ACV was conducted on August 10, 2023. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 87%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, and Written Reprimand posted as required. I observed adequate approved space, permit restrictions and adequate supervision during the visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas, teacher-directed small groups and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored forty-six OTC topical ointments/creams stored in the classrooms. I observed and monitored three emergency prescription medications. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Inspections/Logs/Drills: • Emergency Drill conducted 11/15/23. • Fire Drill conducted 1/31/24. • Playground Inspection completed 1/31/24. • Incident Log- Up to date • Sanitation Inspection 5/18/23 with a Superior Classification and six demerits. • Fire Inspection has not been conducted in the last calendar year as required. Owner called and scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored four files of staff who were hired since the last ACV in August 2023. One staff with a hire date of January 16, 2024, did not complete the first two weeks of Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of October 16, 2023, did not complete the Orientation within the required timeframe. One staff with a hire date of August 16, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment within 90 days of hire. I reviewed existing staff files for valid CPR/FA, Criminal Record Checks, Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, and ITS SIDS (if applicable). One staff with a hire date of June 20, 2022, did not have a valid CPR/FA. Three staff with the following hire dates did not have certificates of completion for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment: June 20, 2022, November 22, 2021, and September 26, 2022. One staff with a hire date of May 25, 2023 who was working in the infant room did not have proof of ITS SIDS. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification that the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this 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. The last fire inspection on file was 11/28/22. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In Spaces 2, 3, and 8 there was peeling paint and drywall exposed. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 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. In Space 6 a closet containing aerosol cans was unlocked and accessible to children. .2820(b) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In Spaces 1,2,3,4,6,8,and 9 there were a total of 17 various diaper creams or ointments which had vague or no instructions on the permission to administer forms. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 843 A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In Spaces 6 and 8 there was a sunscreen and an EPI pen with which had both expired. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) 844 Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In Space 6 an EPI Pen was not stored in its original pharmaceutical container. .0803(2)(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One new staff did not complete orientation within the required time frame. .1101(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid First Aid on file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One staff did not have a valid CPR on file. .1102(d) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. One staff working in the infant room could not provide a copy of their ITS-SIDS certification. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two new employees did not complete orientation within the two week time frame. .1101(a)(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. Four staff did not have a Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment certificate in their file. .1102(g) I provided Technical Assistance regarding the following topics: 1. Consider limiting the amount of diaper creams and ointments allowed in the facility. Many of the teachers stated that they do not use them daily. If they aren’t being used, it may be in the facilities best interest to send them home and only have them during treatment to limit the likelihood of violations in this area. Additionally, you may want to review completing Permission to Administer forms to the agenda at your next staff meeting so you can review proper documentation of the forms. Remind your staff to avoid using/allowing subjective terms like “as needed” on the forms. Instructions should be specific measurable amounts with definitive times to administer, “when redness occurs”, “when scratching”. 2. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until complete. Although many items are electronic that corporate require, the state requires they are completed on our form. Orientation is a great example of this. By documenting the corporate orientation on the state form as it occurs, there will be no question as to whether the task has been completed and it will be easier on you when completing the staff and training worksheet in preparation for the consultant visit. 3. Utilize the new calendar to document when inspections are due. Fire, Sanitation, playground etc. 4. Paint is peeling in some of the toddler classrooms and drywall is exposed. These areas will need to be covered immediately to eliminate a choking risk and painted since these areas are no longer easily cleanable. Consultation: There are several documents and forms which are required to be completed on the form provided by the state, Playground inspections, incident logs, fire inspections are just a few. These forms can be located on the following website NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education under provider documents and forms. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature Please provide supporting documentation in the form of certificates in addition to your letter. For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than February 27, 2024. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/10/2023 Number Present: 84 Completed Date: 8/10/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 04:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on September 7, 2022. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 86%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, were not present upon my arrival. Malvika Maheshwary, Owner assisted me with today’s visit until you arrived. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, and Written Reprimand posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised during today’s visit. I observed adequate approved space used during today’s visit. I observed permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed small group and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored both outdoor playgrounds and found them to be in compliance as required. In Space 8 there were two areas of the wall with chipping paint where there was plaster exposed and significant crayon drawings on the wall. I observed sixty-two OTC topical ointments/creams stored in the classrooms. I monitored a total of ten diaper creams/ointments and found them to have documentation as required. I observed and monitored three emergency prescription medications. I observed the medication administration permission forms to be current, complete, and on file as required for all emergency prescription medications. I observed three Medical Action Plans to be complete, current, and updated annually. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Your last sanitation inspection was conducted on May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification. A copy is in your file. Your last fire inspection was conducted on November 28, 2022, a copy is in your file. I observed monthly Outdoor Inspections documented for the past twelve (12) months. I observed your last outdoor inspection was dated July 31, 2023. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documented for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill was dated July 21, 2023. I observed your Emergency Drill Log documented for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last lockdown drill was dated August 7, 2023. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of ten children’s files. I found all files to be in compliance as required. During today’s visit, I monitored seven staff files who were hired since the ACV on September 7, 2022. I monitored a random selection of one existing staff file. There were eight files with no documentation of staff orientation as required by the Division. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have a staff development plan, annual staff evaluation, health and safety training, or ongoing training hours as required. Five staff files did not have documentation of CPR/FA certification. Four staff files did not contain documentation of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. Three staff files did not have documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. Six staff files did not have documentation of review of the EPR plan. Three staff files did not have documentation of the review of the EMC plan. One staff file did not have documentation of the review of Operational or Personnel policies. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In Space 8, there was paint peeling and chipping from the wall exposing plaster. There was also a large area covered in crayon scribbles. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Three staff did not have documentation in their file of having reviewed the EMC plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Eight staff did not have documentation of orientation in their file available for review. .1101(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Five staff did not have documentation of first aid certification in their file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Five staff did not have verification of valid CPR certification in their file. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have enough ongoing training hours required for their education. .1103(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Eight staff did not have documentation of orientation in their file available for review. .1101(a)(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have a staff development plan or an annual evaluation in their file available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 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. One staff file did not contain documentation that they had received personnel and operational policies. 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. Six staff files did not have documentation of an EPR plan 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. Three staff did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. Four staff did not have documentation of completing the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have documentation of completing health and safety trainings within one year of employment. .1102(a) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. During your daily walkthrough monitor for chipped or peeling paint. These areas should be covered until they can be repaired. Weekly cleaning of walls with a magic eraser when soiled with crayons or other markings will maintain a clean appearance. 2. You had a question regarding the Sanitation training. The website where you can find information for the updated rules is: EHS: Children's Environmental Health Unit (ncdhhs.gov) 3. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. All items on that checklist should be always accessible to center administrators. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than August 24, 2023. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Kris Updike, by email at kris.updike@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: THE GODDARD SCHOOL Facility ID: 13000516 Consultant: DEBORAH HOWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/10/2023 Number Present: 84 Completed Date: 8/10/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 04:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements during an annual compliance visit. Your last ACV was conducted on September 7, 2022. Your facility’s compliance history score prior to today’s visit was 86%. You, Delathia Coleman, Director, were not present upon my arrival. Malvika Maheshwary, Owner assisted me with today’s visit until you arrived. The facility owned by Orchid Ventures, INC. is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website as required. I observed your Four-Star License, Sanitation placard, Emergency Numbers, Emergency Medical Care Plan, tobacco free facility signage, CPR/FA posters, evacuation plans, and Written Reprimand posted as required. I observed children adequately supervised during today’s visit. I observed adequate approved space used during today’s visit. I observed permit restrictions including “daytime care only”, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space, maintained during today’s visit. I observed children engaged in free play in activity areas and teacher-directed small group and whole group activities, reading books, art, transitions, routine toileting practices, and washing hands. I observed activity areas including books, blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, art, and science. I observed toys and equipment to be of sufficient quantity. I observed toys and equipment to be developmentally appropriate in all spaces. I monitored both outdoor playgrounds and found them to be in compliance as required. In Space 8 there were two areas of the wall with chipping paint where there was plaster exposed and significant crayon drawings on the wall. I observed sixty-two OTC topical ointments/creams stored in the classrooms. I monitored a total of ten diaper creams/ointments and found them to have documentation as required. I observed and monitored three emergency prescription medications. I observed the medication administration permission forms to be current, complete, and on file as required for all emergency prescription medications. I observed three Medical Action Plans to be complete, current, and updated annually. I observed bathrooms stocked with necessary supplies with handwashing procedure signs posted as required. Your last sanitation inspection was conducted on May 18, 2023, with a Superior classification. A copy is in your file. Your last fire inspection was conducted on November 28, 2022, a copy is in your file. I observed monthly Outdoor Inspections documented for the past twelve (12) months. I observed your last outdoor inspection was dated July 31, 2023. I observed your monthly Fire Drill Log documented for the past twelve months. I observed the last fire drill was dated July 21, 2023. I observed your Emergency Drill Log documented for the past twelve months and conducted every three months as required. I observed the last lockdown drill was dated August 7, 2023. Your facility does not provide transportation. I monitored a random selection of ten children’s files. I found all files to be in compliance as required. During today’s visit, I monitored seven staff files who were hired since the ACV on September 7, 2022. I monitored a random selection of one existing staff file. There were eight files with no documentation of staff orientation as required by the Division. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have a staff development plan, annual staff evaluation, health and safety training, or ongoing training hours as required. Five staff files did not have documentation of CPR/FA certification. Four staff files did not contain documentation of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. Three staff files did not have documentation of the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. Six staff files did not have documentation of review of the EPR plan. Three staff files did not have documentation of the review of the EMC plan. One staff file did not have documentation of the review of Operational or Personnel policies. Your signature on all forms served and will serve as verification the information provided was accurate and complete. The following violations were observed and cited during this visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In Space 8, there was paint peeling and chipping from the wall exposing plaster. There was also a large area covered in crayon scribbles. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Three staff did not have documentation in their file of having reviewed the EMC plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Eight staff did not have documentation of orientation in their file available for review. .1101(a) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Five staff did not have documentation of first aid certification in their file. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Five staff did not have verification of valid CPR certification in their file. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have enough ongoing training hours required for their education. .1103(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Eight staff did not have documentation of orientation in their file available for review. .1101(a)(b) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have a staff development plan or an annual evaluation in their file available for review. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 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. One staff file did not contain documentation that they had received personnel and operational policies. 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. Six staff files did not have documentation of an EPR plan 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. Three staff did not have a signed acknowledgement of receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(d)(1-4) 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. Four staff did not have documentation of completing the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff with a hire date of April 12, 2021 did not have documentation of completing health and safety trainings within one year of employment. .1102(a) I provided technical assistance regarding the following topics: 1. During your daily walkthrough monitor for chipped or peeling paint. These areas should be covered until they can be repaired. Weekly cleaning of walls with a magic eraser when soiled with crayons or other markings will maintain a clean appearance. 2. You had a question regarding the Sanitation training. The website where you can find information for the updated rules is: EHS: Children's Environmental Health Unit (ncdhhs.gov) 3. Develop a plan to utilize the staff file checklist. Organizing the files with the checklist will ensure no items are missing from files and all items are received in a timely manner if you follow the guidelines. All items on that checklist should be always accessible to center administrators. Until files are completed develop a method to keep them easily accessible and monitor them weekly until complete. Compliance Plan: All violations cited must be corrected immediately. Please submit a written, signed, and dated statement to me at the email/address below detailing the steps taken to correct each violation. Your letter must include the following: 1. The name of your center 2. The center’s ID number 3. The date you write the letter 4. Address each violation stating how you corrected the violation and are now in compliance. 5. Address your plan to ensure that you will not have that violation again. 6. Your signature I advise you to be prepared to provide supporting documentation in the form of photos, documents, certificates, etc. should I request them to clarify or verify compliance. Your letter may be mailed to me at: Deborah Howell PO Box 629 Granite Quarry, NC 28072 For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov I must receive your compliance letter no later than August 24, 2023. Please Note: If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you shall contact me with a timeline of the corrections. In some cases, this timeline may be extended. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development 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. Compliance History: You are required to maintain compliance with all applicable childcare rules and regulations at all times. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (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 against the facility's license. Any violations cited during a visit may affect your score. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me by phone at (704) 798-5220 or by email at Deborah.k.howell@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Kris Updike, by email at kris.updike@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. 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