10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: LeafSpring School at Cornelius-The Village Facility ID: 60004372 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/6/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 3/6/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a second temporary time-period visit. Ms. Olajile Montesino, Head of School Director, accompanied me to this location. Ms. Ashley Epps, Program Coordinator, was also present upon our arrival. I stated the purpose of today's visit and began my walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on October 30, 2024. The restrictions include daytime care only; Children 3-12 years old only. I also spoke with Ms. Montesino about adding a restriction on the license to indicate that the upstairs school age classroom is designed for Second Graders only. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit LeafSpring School Cornelius, INC, is current as of 9/14/24. If any changes to the company need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant of at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: There are 76 children enrolled in at the facility. Out of the 76 enrolled children, 29 children were present. During the arrival children were engaged in nap routines and transitioning from nap routines. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. I reviewed all program records requirements. The last fire drill was conducted on 2/7/25. The last playground inspection was completed on 3/31/25. The Sanitation inspection that took place on 11/13/24 with 2 demerits and a Superior Rating. The facility is still waiting for final approval for a Fire Inspection and a Building Inspection. These inspections will be required prior to the expiration of your temporary license of April 30, 2025. Non-receipt of the fire inspection and building inspection will require me to place the facility on a Provisional License Status until receipt. Please make sure you are adhering to deadlines to complete any requirement requested for an approved fire and building inspection. Outdoor Learning Environment: Was monitored and in compliance with Child Care Requirements. I monitored all three (3) transportation buses during today’s visit. All three (3) buses were in full compliance. Records: Staff: The Staff and Training Worksheets were completed prior to today’s visit. This facility did not have any new staff hired since my last visit. I monitored 10% of Children’s records during today’s visit and no violations were observed during this review. Nutrition: Your facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Meatballs, Hawaiian Rolls, Cole Slaw, Mix Fruit and Milk. The full menu was observed in the hallway but updated in the classrooms. I reviewed, and it met the meal pattern requirements. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Two (2) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A preschool age child whose family enrolled her on 9/9/24, did not have a medical exam/health assessment record on file during today's visit. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A preschool age child whose family enrolled her on 9/9/24, did not have an immunization record on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) Compliance History: 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. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The Head of School Administrator (O. Montesino/Owner Representative Rhonda Rivers stated they will continue to remain in the harmless hold until it is no longer available. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest to research T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff who will like to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a four or five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. The facility has already adopted the Creative Curriculum for Preschool. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. Compliance History: 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. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The Head of School Administrator (O. Montesino/Owner Representative Rhonda Rivers stated they will continue to remain in the harmless hold until it is no longer available. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest to research T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff who will like to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a four or five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. The facility has already adopted the Play-Works for Preschool. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum ratio requirements. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /20 children ~ 25 group 5 Years and Older ~ 1 staff / 25 children ~ 25 group Technical Assistance: Please make sure staff complete a quick sweep of the floors on the bus before children depart or after school-age children are placed in their perspective groups indoors. I suggest reducing the number of materials accessible to children in the kindergarten classroom. The classroom produced a lot of clutter and can be overstimulating to some children when making deciding on which play material to choose from. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LeafSpring School at Cornelius-The Village Facility ID: 60004372 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/6/2025 Number Present: 39 Completed Date: 3/6/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 95 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a second temporary time-period visit. Ms. Olajile Montesino, Head of School Director, accompanied me to this location. Ms. Ashley Epps, Program Coordinator, was also present upon our arrival. I stated the purpose of today's visit and began my walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on October 30, 2024. The restrictions include daytime care only; Children 3-12 years old only. I also spoke with Ms. Montesino about adding a restriction on the license to indicate that the upstairs school age classroom is designed for Second Graders only. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit LeafSpring School Cornelius, INC, is current as of 9/14/24. If any changes to the company need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant of at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: There are 76 children enrolled in at the facility. Out of the 76 enrolled children, 29 children were present. During the arrival children were engaged in nap routines and transitioning from nap routines. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. I reviewed all program records requirements. The last fire drill was conducted on 2/7/25. The last playground inspection was completed on 3/31/25. The Sanitation inspection that took place on 11/13/24 with 2 demerits and a Superior Rating. The facility is still waiting for final approval for a Fire Inspection and a Building Inspection. These inspections will be required prior to the expiration of your temporary license of April 30, 2025. Non-receipt of the fire inspection and building inspection will require me to place the facility on a Provisional License Status until receipt. Please make sure you are adhering to deadlines to complete any requirement requested for an approved fire and building inspection. Outdoor Learning Environment: Was monitored and in compliance with Child Care Requirements. I monitored all three (3) transportation buses during today’s visit. All three (3) buses were in full compliance. Records: Staff: The Staff and Training Worksheets were completed prior to today’s visit. This facility did not have any new staff hired since my last visit. I monitored 10% of Children’s records during today’s visit and no violations were observed during this review. Nutrition: Your facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Meatballs, Hawaiian Rolls, Cole Slaw, Mix Fruit and Milk. The full menu was observed in the hallway but updated in the classrooms. I reviewed, and it met the meal pattern requirements. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Two (2) violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A preschool age child whose family enrolled her on 9/9/24, did not have a medical exam/health assessment record on file during today's visit. GS110-91(1) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A preschool age child whose family enrolled her on 9/9/24, did not have an immunization record on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) Compliance History: 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. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The Head of School Administrator (O. Montesino/Owner Representative Rhonda Rivers stated they will continue to remain in the harmless hold until it is no longer available. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest to research T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff who will like to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a four or five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. The facility has already adopted the Creative Curriculum for Preschool. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. Compliance History: 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. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The Head of School Administrator (O. Montesino/Owner Representative Rhonda Rivers stated they will continue to remain in the harmless hold until it is no longer available. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest to research T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff who will like to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a four or five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. The facility has already adopted the Play-Works for Preschool. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum ratio requirements. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /20 children ~ 25 group 5 Years and Older ~ 1 staff / 25 children ~ 25 group Technical Assistance: Please make sure staff complete a quick sweep of the floors on the bus before children depart or after school-age children are placed in their perspective groups indoors. I suggest reducing the number of materials accessible to children in the kindergarten classroom. The classroom produced a lot of clutter and can be overstimulating to some children when making deciding on which play material to choose from. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. 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