10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE LIFE ACADEMY Facility ID: 60003842 Consultant: MICHELLE CUTHBERTSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/15/2025 Number Present: 60 Completed Date: 7/15/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 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 applicable childcare rules and laws. This center has a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. The center’s Notice of Compliance and NC childcare law summary were prominently posted. The Secretary of State database was monitored and LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH is current and active. I was greeted by S. Scott Jones, director, and K. Hobbs, assistant director. Ms. Scott Jones accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. The center’s Emergency Drill Log and Report was reviewed. Fire drills were documented monthly as required. Shelter-in-place and Lock-down drills were documented quarterly as required. The playground safety inspections were reviewed and documented. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 4/3/2025. The center received 7 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 9/12/24. There were 60 children in attendance today. The children were observed participating in outdoor play, snack, free play and teacher directed activities. The playground was monitored today. The facility does not provide transportation. I monitored all new staff files since my last visit. Ten percent of existing staff files were monitored today. Ten percent of the enrolled children’s files were monitored at random today. There were 4 violations cited today. 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 space #7, there is peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #7, there was no permission form for a child's sunscreen. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Existing staff did not have current health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Existing staff did not have current emergency information forms on file. .0701(a) Technical Assistance: I discussed the ABCMS portal with the administrator. For the latest updates, please visit the divisions website at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on the What’s New tab. Recommend new employees take additional training after completing orientation. Please visit www.childcareresourcesinc.org and click on training catalog. The suggested trainings are: A+ supervision Keep It Clean (Sanitation) Positive Guidance The above-listed trainings are offered on-demand. 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 using the item listing in your visit summary, you must state how each violation was corrected and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Michelle.Cuthbertson@dhhs.nc.gov Your letter may be mailed to me at: Michelle Cuthbertson PO Box 681376 Charlotte, NC 28216 I must receive your compliance letter by 7/29/2025. If a letter is not received by the required date another visit will be conducted to confirm the violation was corrected. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email or by phone at 704-297-5431. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

GS 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE LIFE ACADEMY Facility ID: 60003842 Consultant: MICHELLE CUTHBERTSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/15/2025 Number Present: 60 Completed Date: 7/15/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 12:00 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 applicable childcare rules and laws. This center has a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. The center’s Notice of Compliance and NC childcare law summary were prominently posted. The Secretary of State database was monitored and LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH is current and active. I was greeted by S. Scott Jones, director, and K. Hobbs, assistant director. Ms. Scott Jones accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. The center’s Emergency Drill Log and Report was reviewed. Fire drills were documented monthly as required. Shelter-in-place and Lock-down drills were documented quarterly as required. The playground safety inspections were reviewed and documented. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 4/3/2025. The center received 7 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 9/12/24. There were 60 children in attendance today. The children were observed participating in outdoor play, snack, free play and teacher directed activities. The playground was monitored today. The facility does not provide transportation. I monitored all new staff files since my last visit. Ten percent of existing staff files were monitored today. Ten percent of the enrolled children’s files were monitored at random today. There were 4 violations cited today. 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 space #7, there is peeling paint on the walls. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #7, there was no permission form for a child's sunscreen. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Existing staff did not have current health questionnaires on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Existing staff did not have current emergency information forms on file. .0701(a) Technical Assistance: I discussed the ABCMS portal with the administrator. For the latest updates, please visit the divisions website at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on the What’s New tab. Recommend new employees take additional training after completing orientation. Please visit www.childcareresourcesinc.org and click on training catalog. The suggested trainings are: A+ supervision Keep It Clean (Sanitation) Positive Guidance The above-listed trainings are offered on-demand. 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 using the item listing in your visit summary, you must state how each violation was corrected and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Michelle.Cuthbertson@dhhs.nc.gov Your letter may be mailed to me at: Michelle Cuthbertson PO Box 681376 Charlotte, NC 28216 I must receive your compliance letter by 7/29/2025. If a letter is not received by the required date another visit will be conducted to confirm the violation was corrected. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email or by phone at 704-297-5431. 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: LITTLE LIFE ACADEMY Facility ID: 60003842 Consultant: MICHELLE CUTHBERTSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/20/2023 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 7/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM 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 applicable childcare rules and laws. This center has a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. The center’s Notice of Compliance and NC childcare law summary were prominently posted. The Secretary of State database was monitored and LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH is current and active. I was greeted by A. Wozniak, assistant director. E. Solbakken, director arrived at the facility during the walkthrough. Ms. Wozniak accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. In space #2, I observed no 6-month permission to give form for an Asthma inhaler medicine. In space #6, I observed no permission to give forms for 2 children’s sunscreen. In space #2, I observed 2 torn rugs. This was corrected during the visit. Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. The center’s Emergency Drill Log and Report was reviewed. Fire drills were documented monthly as required. Shelter-in-place and Lock-down drills were documented quarterly as required. The playground safety inspections were reviewed and documented. A fire drill was conducted during the visit. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 2/16/23. The center received 4 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 9/7/22. There were 46 children in attendance today. The children were observed participating in transitions, snack and teacher directed activities. The playground was monitored today. The facility does not provide transportation. All new staff files and ten percent of existing staff files were monitored today. Ten percent of the enrolled children’s files were monitored at random today. There were 2 violations cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, there were 2 torn rugs accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #2, there was no documentation of the 6 month permission to give form for an asthma inhaler medication. In space #6, there were no permission to give forms for 2 children's sunscreen. The sunscreen violations were corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Technical Assistance: I shared with the administrator to make sure to separate the emergency information form from the Health questionnaire, TB and medical forms for staff files. For the latest updates, please visit the divisions website at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on the What’s New tab. Recommend new employees take additional training after completing orientation. Please visit www.childcareresourcesinc.org and click on training catalog. The suggested trainings are: A+ supervision Keep It Clean (Sanitation) Positive Guidance The above-listed trainings are offered on-demand. 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 using the item listing in your visit summary, you must state how each violation was corrected and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Michelle.Cuthbertson@dhhs.nc.gov Your letter may be mailed to me at: Michelle Cuthbertson PO Box 681376 Charlotte, NC 28216 I must receive your compliance letter by 8/2/2023. If a letter is not received by the required date another visit will be conducted to confirm the violation was corrected. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email or by phone at 704-297-5431. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE LIFE ACADEMY Facility ID: 60003842 Consultant: MICHELLE CUTHBERTSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/20/2023 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 7/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM 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 applicable childcare rules and laws. This center has a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. The center’s Notice of Compliance and NC childcare law summary were prominently posted. The Secretary of State database was monitored and LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH is current and active. I was greeted by A. Wozniak, assistant director. E. Solbakken, director arrived at the facility during the walkthrough. Ms. Wozniak accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. In space #2, I observed no 6-month permission to give form for an Asthma inhaler medicine. In space #6, I observed no permission to give forms for 2 children’s sunscreen. In space #2, I observed 2 torn rugs. This was corrected during the visit. Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. The center’s Emergency Drill Log and Report was reviewed. Fire drills were documented monthly as required. Shelter-in-place and Lock-down drills were documented quarterly as required. The playground safety inspections were reviewed and documented. A fire drill was conducted during the visit. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 2/16/23. The center received 4 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 9/7/22. There were 46 children in attendance today. The children were observed participating in transitions, snack and teacher directed activities. The playground was monitored today. The facility does not provide transportation. All new staff files and ten percent of existing staff files were monitored today. Ten percent of the enrolled children’s files were monitored at random today. There were 2 violations cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, there were 2 torn rugs accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #2, there was no documentation of the 6 month permission to give form for an asthma inhaler medication. In space #6, there were no permission to give forms for 2 children's sunscreen. The sunscreen violations were corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Technical Assistance: I shared with the administrator to make sure to separate the emergency information form from the Health questionnaire, TB and medical forms for staff files. For the latest updates, please visit the divisions website at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on the What’s New tab. Recommend new employees take additional training after completing orientation. Please visit www.childcareresourcesinc.org and click on training catalog. The suggested trainings are: A+ supervision Keep It Clean (Sanitation) Positive Guidance The above-listed trainings are offered on-demand. 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 using the item listing in your visit summary, you must state how each violation was corrected and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Michelle.Cuthbertson@dhhs.nc.gov Your letter may be mailed to me at: Michelle Cuthbertson PO Box 681376 Charlotte, NC 28216 I must receive your compliance letter by 8/2/2023. If a letter is not received by the required date another visit will be conducted to confirm the violation was corrected. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email or by phone at 704-297-5431. 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 110-106 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE LIFE ACADEMY Facility ID: 60003842 Consultant: MICHELLE CUTHBERTSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/20/2023 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 7/20/2023 Age: From 2 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM 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 applicable childcare rules and laws. This center has a GS 110-106 Notice of Compliance. The center’s Notice of Compliance and NC childcare law summary were prominently posted. The Secretary of State database was monitored and LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH is current and active. I was greeted by A. Wozniak, assistant director. E. Solbakken, director arrived at the facility during the walkthrough. Ms. Wozniak accompanied me during the walkthrough of the facility. In space #2, I observed no 6-month permission to give form for an Asthma inhaler medicine. In space #6, I observed no permission to give forms for 2 children’s sunscreen. In space #2, I observed 2 torn rugs. This was corrected during the visit. Staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed in compliance today. The center’s Emergency Drill Log and Report was reviewed. Fire drills were documented monthly as required. Shelter-in-place and Lock-down drills were documented quarterly as required. The playground safety inspections were reviewed and documented. A fire drill was conducted during the visit. The center last had a sanitation inspection on 2/16/23. The center received 4 demerits and received superior classification. The inspection was completed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department. The center last had a fire inspection on 9/7/22. There were 46 children in attendance today. The children were observed participating in transitions, snack and teacher directed activities. The playground was monitored today. The facility does not provide transportation. All new staff files and ten percent of existing staff files were monitored today. Ten percent of the enrolled children’s files were monitored at random today. There were 2 violations cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In space #2, there were 2 torn rugs accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #2, there was no documentation of the 6 month permission to give form for an asthma inhaler medication. In space #6, there were no permission to give forms for 2 children's sunscreen. The sunscreen violations were corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) Technical Assistance: I shared with the administrator to make sure to separate the emergency information form from the Health questionnaire, TB and medical forms for staff files. For the latest updates, please visit the divisions website at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov and click on the What’s New tab. Recommend new employees take additional training after completing orientation. Please visit www.childcareresourcesinc.org and click on training catalog. The suggested trainings are: A+ supervision Keep It Clean (Sanitation) Positive Guidance The above-listed trainings are offered on-demand. 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 using the item listing in your visit summary, you must state how each violation was corrected and are now in compliance. 5. Your signature For your convenience, your letter may be sent by email to: Michelle.Cuthbertson@dhhs.nc.gov Your letter may be mailed to me at: Michelle Cuthbertson PO Box 681376 Charlotte, NC 28216 I must receive your compliance letter by 8/2/2023. If a letter is not received by the required date another visit will be conducted to confirm the violation was corrected. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me by email or by phone at 704-297-5431. 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