GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE IVY LEAGUE Facility ID: 43000144 Consultant: MASHEKIA RAINES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/10/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 11/10/2025 Age: From 0 To 12 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Upon arrival I was greeted by the Assistant Administrator, April Locklear. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environment. Ratio, group size, supervision, capacity and approved space were in compliance. The license, restrictions, and emergency care plan were posted. CPR, First-Aid and storage of hazardous materials were monitored. The NC Child Care Law was posted. The children were observed during lunch and the menu was; chicken nuggets, potatoes, applesauce, and milk. During today’s review I monitored and reviewed program requirements, equipment and furnishings, medications, outdoor area, and transportation requirements. I reviewed a selection of children’s records and the completed staff and training worksheets. Your signature on these forms will serve as further verification the information provided is accurate and complete. Your facility information and e-mail address were reviewed, and no changes were made. The following violations were observed during today’s visit; Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. In the classroom for two year old children and the classroom for three year old children the floors were not in good repair and there were rust spots that were present on the flooring. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. The protective surfacing under the anchored equipment no longer meets the surfacing requirements, the edges are coming up and the matting is coming apart, which causes a tripping hazard. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the playground for preschool children the mat surfacing under the anchored equipment no longer meets the surfacing requirements, it has edges that are coming apart and is a tripping hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fencing on both playground areas has had settling and in some areas are overgrown with tree limbs and debris and no longer meets the required minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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. Seven staff had not completed the first aid renewal within the required timeframe. .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. Seven staff had not completed the CPR renewal training within the required timeframe. .1102(d) In response to the violations that were cited during today’s visit I provided technical assistance and clarification on the following items; Please be reminded that protective surfacing must cover the area under and around equipment where a child may fall, referred to as the fall zone. All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high must be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment must not be exposed. Protective surfacing can be: loose surfacing material such as; wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Per licensing requirements in section .605 Outdoor Environments in the rule book, the depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand. For example; equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials. I recommend that you monitor and provide routine maintenance on the surfacing to maintain compliance in this area. I also reviewed that the outdoor play area must be protected by a fence with a minimum height of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. Please be reminded that adequate fencing keeps children safe and provides a barrier that keeps potential dangers out. A strong and secure stationary boundary provides children and families with a safe and private atmosphere. I recommend that continual monitoring of the entire fence and various settling areas will assist in maintaining compliance in this area. All child care centers must provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for the children in care. All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, that include instructions from the manufacturer, those manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file at the center, unless they are available electronically for review. Equipment and furnishings must be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), pinch and crush points and tripping hazards. Please be reminded that staff must immediately remove, repair or replace all equipment and furnishings that do not meet the requirements and put children at risk. I reviewed that floors and floor coverings in sleeping and play areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Clean floors are extremely important for health, safety, and overall child development. Clean floors reduce the spread of germs, bacteria, and viruses that can cause colds, flu, and various illnesses. Proper floor maintenance prevents dirt buildup, spills, and odors that can make the environment unsafe and unpleasant. I recommend that a regular routine of floor cleaning maintenance will assist in maintaining compliance in this area. I reviewed training requirements and explained that all staff who provide care for children must successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a First-Aid course appropriate to the ages of children in care. Please be reminded that new employees must complete CPR and First Aid within 90 days of employment. I suggested that you place renewal dates on a calendar, spreadsheet, or bulletin board to help keep you reminded of when it's time for renewals and new staff to complete CPR and First-Aid. I also recommend that you utilize and review the staff file checklist on a regular basis, and this will help to maintain compliance in this area. Although violations were not observed, I provided clarification and technical assistance regarding the following items; I reviewed and explained that each operator must schedule a Sanitation and Fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous inspections. You must submit the original of the completed Sanitation and Fire inspection report to me within one week of the inspection, on the state form provided by the Division. Please be reminded your fire inspection will expire on 10/01/2026. Your sanitation inspection will expire on 10/23/26. Please contact Environmental Health and your local fire inspector within 30 days of the due date to request an inspection be completed. Once your inspection has been received, you will need to email them to me or mail two copies to PO Box 2306 Lillington, NC 27546. Please be reminded this year's Child Care Immunization Reports are due November 15th, 2025. I recommend that you begin to prepare your records for the report. Failure to submit an annual child care immunization report per G.S. 130A-155 will be reported to the Local Health Director for your county. If you have questions about the Child Care Immunization Report, please email Immunization.Reports@dhhs.nc.gov or call 919-707-5595. Pursuant to GS 110-90(1a) the Division establishes an annual fee for licensed child care facilities. The invoices for the fees are assessed based on your licensed capacity and mailed after the 1st of November every year. You will only receive one invoice and payment is due in FULL within 30 days. Please closely monitor your mail and be on the lookout for your invoice. If you have not received your invoice by November 15th, you should contact the Division at 1-800-850-0829. Please don’t delay making your payment and be aware that Payment Plans are NOT available. In addition, please be aware that failure to pay a license fee within 30 days of receipt will result in late charges. If payments are made late and late charges are applied, the fee as well as the late charge must be resolved. Please be reminded that, failure to pay a license fee could also result in the facility's child care license being revoked. I reviewed section .3200 in the rule book, the new QRIS rules and procedures. I explained the new education standards, family and community engagement, and the CQI requirements along with each correlating pathway. You are currently licensed as a 3-star center, and I explained that your effective date on your license is 11/22/2022 and your next star license renewal is due 11/22/2025. I recommend that you begin thinking about the desired pathway you choose to take and start working towards the requirements for that pathway. You explained that you are choosing pathway # 2 and will begin working on the requirements for that pathway. Please be reminded to keep me informed of your process and if you have any questions, you can contact me at my information below. I also reviewed with you a list of trainings that were available through Pro Solutions, and the Southwestern Child Development Commission which can also be found at www.swcdcinc.org. All health and safety trainings have now been relocated from Pro-Solutions to Moodle on our website free of charge. I observed that all applicable staff have completed the five-year renewal for the required health and safety trainings. Professional development training and education provides early childhood staff with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their duties and provide quality child care. Training is an on-going process which prepares educators to develop and expand upon their skills and knowledge. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommended that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a compliance letter (written statement) and photos describing in detail how and when the above violations were corrected. The compliance letter must be received no later than 11/24/2025. The compliance letter may be sent to me via email, if you do not have access to email, please ensure that your compliance letter is mailed in a timely manner and that you allow for delays with the mail service. If your compliance letter is mailed, a handwritten signature must be included. Contact me if you have questions regarding correction of the violations documented during today’s visit. A follow-up visit may be conducted soon to verify compliance with violations documented during the visit. If you have any questions, you can contact me at 910-824-0137 or at mashekia.raines@dhhs.nc.gov and my mailing address is P.O. Box 2306 Lillington, NC 27546. 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 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE IVY LEAGUE Facility ID: 43000144 Consultant: MASHEKIA RAINES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/10/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 11/10/2025 Age: From 0 To 12 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Upon arrival I was greeted by the Assistant Administrator, April Locklear. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environment. Ratio, group size, supervision, capacity and approved space were in compliance. The license, restrictions, and emergency care plan were posted. CPR, First-Aid and storage of hazardous materials were monitored. The NC Child Care Law was posted. The children were observed during lunch and the menu was; chicken nuggets, potatoes, applesauce, and milk. During today’s review I monitored and reviewed program requirements, equipment and furnishings, medications, outdoor area, and transportation requirements. I reviewed a selection of children’s records and the completed staff and training worksheets. Your signature on these forms will serve as further verification the information provided is accurate and complete. Your facility information and e-mail address were reviewed, and no changes were made. The following violations were observed during today’s visit; Violation Number Comment Rule 603 All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair. In the classroom for two year old children and the classroom for three year old children the floors were not in good repair and there were rust spots that were present on the flooring. 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. The protective surfacing under the anchored equipment no longer meets the surfacing requirements, the edges are coming up and the matting is coming apart, which causes a tripping hazard. .0605(j) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the playground for preschool children the mat surfacing under the anchored equipment no longer meets the surfacing requirements, it has edges that are coming apart and is a tripping hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fencing on both playground areas has had settling and in some areas are overgrown with tree limbs and debris and no longer meets the required minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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. Seven staff had not completed the first aid renewal within the required timeframe. .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. Seven staff had not completed the CPR renewal training within the required timeframe. .1102(d) In response to the violations that were cited during today’s visit I provided technical assistance and clarification on the following items; Please be reminded that protective surfacing must cover the area under and around equipment where a child may fall, referred to as the fall zone. All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high must be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment must not be exposed. Protective surfacing can be: loose surfacing material such as; wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Per licensing requirements in section .605 Outdoor Environments in the rule book, the depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand. For example; equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials. I recommend that you monitor and provide routine maintenance on the surfacing to maintain compliance in this area. I also reviewed that the outdoor play area must be protected by a fence with a minimum height of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. Please be reminded that adequate fencing keeps children safe and provides a barrier that keeps potential dangers out. A strong and secure stationary boundary provides children and families with a safe and private atmosphere. I recommend that continual monitoring of the entire fence and various settling areas will assist in maintaining compliance in this area. All child care centers must provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for the children in care. All equipment and furnishings must be in good repair. All commercially manufactured equipment and furnishings shall be assembled and installed according to procedures specified by the manufacturer. For equipment and furnishings purchased after September 1, 2017, that include instructions from the manufacturer, those manufacturer's instructions shall be kept on file at the center, unless they are available electronically for review. Equipment and furnishings must be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), pinch and crush points and tripping hazards. Please be reminded that staff must immediately remove, repair or replace all equipment and furnishings that do not meet the requirements and put children at risk. I reviewed that floors and floor coverings in sleeping and play areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Clean floors are extremely important for health, safety, and overall child development. Clean floors reduce the spread of germs, bacteria, and viruses that can cause colds, flu, and various illnesses. Proper floor maintenance prevents dirt buildup, spills, and odors that can make the environment unsafe and unpleasant. I recommend that a regular routine of floor cleaning maintenance will assist in maintaining compliance in this area. I reviewed training requirements and explained that all staff who provide care for children must successfully complete certification in a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a First-Aid course appropriate to the ages of children in care. Please be reminded that new employees must complete CPR and First Aid within 90 days of employment. I suggested that you place renewal dates on a calendar, spreadsheet, or bulletin board to help keep you reminded of when it's time for renewals and new staff to complete CPR and First-Aid. I also recommend that you utilize and review the staff file checklist on a regular basis, and this will help to maintain compliance in this area. Although violations were not observed, I provided clarification and technical assistance regarding the following items; I reviewed and explained that each operator must schedule a Sanitation and Fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous inspections. You must submit the original of the completed Sanitation and Fire inspection report to me within one week of the inspection, on the state form provided by the Division. Please be reminded your fire inspection will expire on 10/01/2026. Your sanitation inspection will expire on 10/23/26. Please contact Environmental Health and your local fire inspector within 30 days of the due date to request an inspection be completed. Once your inspection has been received, you will need to email them to me or mail two copies to PO Box 2306 Lillington, NC 27546. Please be reminded this year's Child Care Immunization Reports are due November 15th, 2025. I recommend that you begin to prepare your records for the report. Failure to submit an annual child care immunization report per G.S. 130A-155 will be reported to the Local Health Director for your county. If you have questions about the Child Care Immunization Report, please email Immunization.Reports@dhhs.nc.gov or call 919-707-5595. Pursuant to GS 110-90(1a) the Division establishes an annual fee for licensed child care facilities. The invoices for the fees are assessed based on your licensed capacity and mailed after the 1st of November every year. You will only receive one invoice and payment is due in FULL within 30 days. Please closely monitor your mail and be on the lookout for your invoice. If you have not received your invoice by November 15th, you should contact the Division at 1-800-850-0829. Please don’t delay making your payment and be aware that Payment Plans are NOT available. In addition, please be aware that failure to pay a license fee within 30 days of receipt will result in late charges. If payments are made late and late charges are applied, the fee as well as the late charge must be resolved. Please be reminded that, failure to pay a license fee could also result in the facility's child care license being revoked. I reviewed section .3200 in the rule book, the new QRIS rules and procedures. I explained the new education standards, family and community engagement, and the CQI requirements along with each correlating pathway. You are currently licensed as a 3-star center, and I explained that your effective date on your license is 11/22/2022 and your next star license renewal is due 11/22/2025. I recommend that you begin thinking about the desired pathway you choose to take and start working towards the requirements for that pathway. You explained that you are choosing pathway # 2 and will begin working on the requirements for that pathway. Please be reminded to keep me informed of your process and if you have any questions, you can contact me at my information below. I also reviewed with you a list of trainings that were available through Pro Solutions, and the Southwestern Child Development Commission which can also be found at www.swcdcinc.org. All health and safety trainings have now been relocated from Pro-Solutions to Moodle on our website free of charge. I observed that all applicable staff have completed the five-year renewal for the required health and safety trainings. Professional development training and education provides early childhood staff with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their duties and provide quality child care. Training is an on-going process which prepares educators to develop and expand upon their skills and knowledge. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare law and rules. I explained that you have access to the on-line version of the Child Care Rule Book, as well as a hard copy of the rules. I recommended that you visit the Division of Child Development's website (www.ncchildcare.nc.gov) on a regular basis to find out what's new in childcare. You could also find any needed Child Care forms by going on the web site and clicking on the "Provider" tab and then clicking on the "Provider Documents" tab. All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a compliance letter (written statement) and photos describing in detail how and when the above violations were corrected. The compliance letter must be received no later than 11/24/2025. The compliance letter may be sent to me via email, if you do not have access to email, please ensure that your compliance letter is mailed in a timely manner and that you allow for delays with the mail service. If your compliance letter is mailed, a handwritten signature must be included. Contact me if you have questions regarding correction of the violations documented during today’s visit. A follow-up visit may be conducted soon to verify compliance with violations documented during the visit. If you have any questions, you can contact me at 910-824-0137 or at mashekia.raines@dhhs.nc.gov and my mailing address is P.O. Box 2306 Lillington, NC 27546. 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.