Angel Care Academy, Inc.

GS 110-102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ANGEL CARE ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 32001918 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 3/10/2025 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 3/10/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 12:45 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the operator greeted me. The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during the Annual Compliance visit. This Family Child Care Home operates with a four-star license, which was issued on 3/5/18. According to the NC Secretary of State website, the corporation status of Angel Care Academy, Inc. is “current-active”. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 3/20/24. The compliance history for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 95%. The indoor and outdoor child care space was monitored today. OBSERVATIONS: There were three children present today, ages 1 through 3. I observed the children resting during naptime. I observed the information that was posted for parents. CURRICULUM: The operator stated that she implements The Creative Curriculum, when children age 4 and above are enrolled. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Children’s records were reviewed today. OPERATOR’S FILE: The operator completed enrollment worksheet and the signed statements of understanding. I completed the operator’s verification form. The three documents were reviewed with the operator. TRANSPORTATION: During today’s visit the operator vehicle with license #JJR-1080 was monitored for transportation requirements, upon request. I stated that the operator needed to remove lotions from the side pocket and add a First Aid kit before starting transportation. SMOKE DETECTORS: Since the children were sleeping, the smoke detectors were not tested during the visit. INCIDENT REPORTS: The operator stated that the children had no incidents to record in the incident log this year. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted on 3/3/25. The last documented lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 2/3/25. The last outdoor inspection was conducted on 3/3/25. Clean Water for Carolina Kids was completed on 7/20/22. Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids was completed on 9/1/24. The following violation was cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1705 Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted with the facility's license in a prominent place in the home. GS 110-102 Since the violation cited today was corrected during the visit, a Corrective Action letter for today’s visit was not requested. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE was provided today in the following areas: SAFE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: The operator stated that the storage shed area was off limits at this time. The operator discussed her plans for further enhancements for the fenced-in space. I stated that if future enhancements included the shed area to include supervision strategies for the area. RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. The operator stated that she may explore the option of accreditation. CONTACT INFORMATION: Please contact me if I can be of any assistance to you. I can be reached at toni.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov or (919) 819-9366. 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 .1718 · Violation

Name of Operation: ANGEL CARE ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 32001918 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 10/2/2024 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 10/2/2024 Age: From 0 To 1 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 01:40 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the operator greeted me. After completing a visit to address two concerns that had been reported to the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education, a Routine Unannounced visit was conducted. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 3/20/24. The compliance history for the previous eighteen month timeframe was 95% This Family Child Care Home operates with a four-star license, which was issued on 3/5/18. This Family Child Care Home is licensed to care for children on all three shifts. Shift hours were reviewed with the operator. The operator stated that 4 children were enrolled on first shift, and no children were currently enrolled on second or third shift. Indoor child care space and the outdoor environment were monitored today. I observed the children resting during naptime. RESIDENTS IN THE HOME: The operator stated that she was the only resident in the home. OPERATOR VERIFICATON: During today’s visit I verified that the operator had completed an updated CPR and First Aid training on 8/8/24. The operator had current Criminal Record Check clearance and IT’S SIDS training. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire drill was conducted on 10/1/24. The last documented outdoor inspection was completed on 10/1/24. The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on 8/1/24. SMOKE DETECTOR: The smoke detector was not tested during today’s visit, because the children were napping. CURRICULUM: The operator stated that she implements a combination of The Creative Curriculum and Above and Beyond, when children ages 4 and above are present. FOOD PROGRAM: The operator participates in the T&T Tudor World food program. PARENT INFORMATION BOARD: Required information was posted on the parent information board. The operator stated that the four children did not have a food allergy or medication on site. The following violation was cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1964 Activity plan did not reflect that children have at least four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors. The activity plan was not dated. 10A NCAC 09 .1718(a)(8)(C)(i-v) Since the violation cited today was corrected during the visit, a Corrective Action letter for the visit was not requested. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: I observed that there was a CLOSED sign on the playground gate. The operator stated that the playground was currently being revamped to include moving the storage unit to a new location in the fenced-in space. The operator stated that the children were playing between the entrance to the indoor childcare space and the playground fence gate until the project was completed. The operator assured me that the children were getting outdoor time each day. I observed outdoor toys just inside the playground gate that were accessible for use outside the gate. As Technical assistance, I stated that orange plastic fencing could be used as a barrier inside the fenced-in space between the area where work was being completed and areas that could be used for play. RATED LICENSE: Please know that the “hold harmless” status for Rated License reassessment has been extended until the new QRIS guidelines are ready for implementation. This Family Child Care Home completed the Clean Water for Carolina Kids on 7/20/22. I reminded the provider that the water needed to be tested every three years. This Family Child Care Home completed the lead paint/asbestos testing for Clean Classrooms for US Kids on 9/1/24. CONTACT INFORMATION: Please contact me if I can be of any assistance to you. I can be reached at toni.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov or (919) 819-9366. 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: ANGEL CARE ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 32001918 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 2/23/2023 Age: From 1 To 2 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Compliance Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to verify correction of violations documented during my 3/20/24, annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Angela Philpot, and she accompanied me throughout the visit. Currently this family child care home (fcch) operates with a four-star license issued March 5, 2018, earning seven (7) points in the Education Standards component, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. The following violations documented during the March 20, 2024; visit was monitored for compliance during this visit: 816 - Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. Unable to be monitored, the children were asleep. 904 - Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review. This item was not posted, it was cited today. 929 - Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. This item was not posted, it was cited today. 1827 - The Family Child Care Home operator did not have written operational policies. Six files were checked and in compliance, the remaining three files’ children no longer attend the program. 1865 - The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. An update was completed on April 20, 2024. As stated in the March 20th visit summary, all violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter verifying this must be received by the established due date. A compliance letter was received on April 2, 2024. Today, it was confirmed that all requirements were not in compliance; however, repeated violations regarding two items were documented. Violations were observed and documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 904 Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review. Emergency medical care plan was not posted and accessible. .1713 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. Activity plan was not posted for parents to view. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) All violations were corrected during the visits, a corrections letter is not required. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history score was 97%. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE You located the emergency medical care plan and activity plan on a bulletin board that was located on the floor behind the door. Both item must be posted in an area that is accessible to parents. ACTIVITY PLAN Quality care and learning for young children includes a well-planned and predictable daily experience where children can feel confident and secure. The activity plan allows parents and caregivers an opportunity to reference their learning environments, to see how they are introduced to child-centered learning opportunities. For parents to help caregivers meet their child’s needs they should be provided guidelines of what their child will explore. EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE PLAN The emergency medical care plan lays out all the steps that should be taken when a medical emergency arises. The plan specifies a person and his/her alternate as those responsible for determining the degree of care needed. This person will be in charge during the emergency since the degree of care needed determines the need for the remaining steps, including if a medical resource should be contacted and if transportation to a medical facility is needed. The plan should be posted in an area that is easily accessible to parents and any caregiver. CLEAN WATER FOR KIDS If you need to connect with us before then, contact us at https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/carolina/contact/ or give us a call, voicemail, or text at 1-888-997-9290. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions about today’s visit, I can be reached at: 919-606-2388, by email at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov. or by mail 1781 Indian Camp Road Clayton, NC 27520. 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 09.1715 · Violation

Name of Operation: ANGEL CARE ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 32001918 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 3/20/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 3/20/2024 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Angela Philpot, and she accompanied me throughout the visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Currently this family child care home (fcch) operates with a four-star license issued March 5, 2018, earning seven (7) points in the Education Standards component, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTION/SAFTEY DRILL STATUS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on 4/27/23. The last documented lockdown drill was completed on 2/1/24. The last documented outdoor inspection was completed on 3/1/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 3/1/24. The last documented EPR plan update was on 5/31/22. I observed the children exploring a variety of materials throughout the classroom. The bathroom is accessible to the children that are potty trained, a changing pad is available to those in diapers. Today’s lunch consists of chicken nuggets, mixed fruit, slice of bread, baked beans, and milk. The provider informed me of the following: •Transportation is not provided. •She does not administer medication. Violations were observed and cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. The Children hands were not washed before and after they ate lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 904 Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review. An emergency medical care plan was not on file. .1713 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The last documented activity plan posted was January- 2024. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1827 The Family Child Care Home operator did not have written operational policies. The eight files viewed today did not have a of operational policy statement. 10A NCAC 09.1715(a) 1865 The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. The last documented plan was May 31, 2022. .1714(d)(8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. By 4/3/24 please email me a signed letter of compliance. Before the letter is sent, all violations should be corrected; please contact me if additional time is needed to correct a specific violation. Include the following in your letter: facility ID number, list the item number describing how and when the violations were corrected and tell me how you plan to maintain compliance in the future with each item. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history score was [97%]. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE During today’s visit we discussed the playground construction. A fence was installed since my last visit enclosing the back yard property. The project is not completed and the owner stated that a drainage pipe will be installed, topsoil applied, and seeding. According to the owner it has been under construction for three weeks because the contractor broke his leg. She spoke with the contractor and the project will resume in around two weeks. Hopefully the doctor has given the contractor a clearance to return to work. Because of safety all gross motor activities are performed in the classroom, and on the sidewalk by the exit door. Please notify me when the work is completed. A current schedule and activity plan must be posted, and to be reference by parents. The schedule and activity plan may be combined into a single document. We discussed creating an EPR plan provides an opportunity to prepare and make informed decisions when under the stress of an emergency. You must review the EPR plan at least annually and update as needed. You should also update the Ready to Go Files and medical action plans whenever a change occurs in enrollment. Also periodically check the Ready to Go Kit to ensure food and other types of materials have not expired. RATED LICENSE Full rated license assessments will occur based on the program’s Cohort assignment; your program is in Cohort 1; therefore, your assessment period would begin on or around July 1, 2024. You stated that you started your self-study process on March 1, 2024. It will take around three (3) months to complete the process. DCDEE UPDATES AND NEWS Please remember to check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: nchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently to stay current on rule requirements. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions about today’s visit, I can be reached at: 919-606-2388, by email at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov. or by mail 1781 Indian Camp Road Clayton, NC 27520. 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: ANGEL CARE ACADEMY, INC. Facility ID: 32001918 Consultant: CORRINE FULP Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 3/20/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 3/20/2024 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Angela Philpot, and she accompanied me throughout the visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Currently this family child care home (fcch) operates with a four-star license issued March 5, 2018, earning seven (7) points in the Education Standards component, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTION/SAFTEY DRILL STATUS: The last annual compliance visit was completed on 4/27/23. The last documented lockdown drill was completed on 2/1/24. The last documented outdoor inspection was completed on 3/1/24. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 3/1/24. The last documented EPR plan update was on 5/31/22. I observed the children exploring a variety of materials throughout the classroom. The bathroom is accessible to the children that are potty trained, a changing pad is available to those in diapers. Today’s lunch consists of chicken nuggets, mixed fruit, slice of bread, baked beans, and milk. The provider informed me of the following: •Transportation is not provided. •She does not administer medication. Violations were observed and cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 816 Each child's hands were not washed before and after eating. The Children hands were not washed before and after they ate lunch. .1725(a)(7)(B) 904 Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review. An emergency medical care plan was not on file. .1713 929 Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan. The last documented activity plan posted was January- 2024. G.S.110-91(12) & .1718(a)(6) 1827 The Family Child Care Home operator did not have written operational policies. The eight files viewed today did not have a of operational policy statement. 10A NCAC 09.1715(a) 1865 The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. The last documented plan was May 31, 2022. .1714(d)(8) The above violations must be corrected immediately. By 4/3/24 please email me a signed letter of compliance. Before the letter is sent, all violations should be corrected; please contact me if additional time is needed to correct a specific violation. Include the following in your letter: facility ID number, list the item number describing how and when the violations were corrected and tell me how you plan to maintain compliance in the future with each item. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history score was [97%]. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE During today’s visit we discussed the playground construction. A fence was installed since my last visit enclosing the back yard property. The project is not completed and the owner stated that a drainage pipe will be installed, topsoil applied, and seeding. According to the owner it has been under construction for three weeks because the contractor broke his leg. She spoke with the contractor and the project will resume in around two weeks. Hopefully the doctor has given the contractor a clearance to return to work. Because of safety all gross motor activities are performed in the classroom, and on the sidewalk by the exit door. Please notify me when the work is completed. A current schedule and activity plan must be posted, and to be reference by parents. The schedule and activity plan may be combined into a single document. We discussed creating an EPR plan provides an opportunity to prepare and make informed decisions when under the stress of an emergency. You must review the EPR plan at least annually and update as needed. You should also update the Ready to Go Files and medical action plans whenever a change occurs in enrollment. Also periodically check the Ready to Go Kit to ensure food and other types of materials have not expired. RATED LICENSE Full rated license assessments will occur based on the program’s Cohort assignment; your program is in Cohort 1; therefore, your assessment period would begin on or around July 1, 2024. You stated that you started your self-study process on March 1, 2024. It will take around three (3) months to complete the process. DCDEE UPDATES AND NEWS Please remember to check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: nchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently to stay current on rule requirements. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions about today’s visit, I can be reached at: 919-606-2388, by email at corrine.fulp@dhhs.nc.gov. or by mail 1781 Indian Camp Road Clayton, NC 27520. 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