Gingerbread Learning Center

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0509 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/21/2026 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 1/21/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center 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. Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, was out sick today. Norman Manigault, Office Manager was present and assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license, re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 2/4/25. The sanitation inspection was completed on 8/12/25 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/8/25, and your facility was approved for first and second shift. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty-six percent as of 1/20/26. I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor areas. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions, personal care routines, in outdoor play and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed on 1/8/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan in space #1 was dated August 2025. The activity plan in space # 2 was dated December 19-23. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in dramatic play, art, music, science/water. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there was one doll, no pretend play materials, and no musical toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The menu posted today was dated for November 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 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. The First Aid training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .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. The CPR training for one staff expired on 2/3/26. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Two staff files did not include an annual staff evaluation and staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. The following items were not available for review today: Playground inspections, attendance records, emergency drills, staff files, children's files, volunteer paperwork. .2318(1-8) Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 4, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the letter to: Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov -Name, position -Facility name -Facility ID number -Signature TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -The fire inspector should be notified at least 60 days before the expiration of the previous fire inspection to schedule an inspection. Creating a checklist to track expiation dates of all required inspections will ensure ongoing compliance. -Ms. Manigault was out sick today, and I spoke with her by phone. She explained that records were not present on site because she was verifying that all paperwork was accurate in preparation for the annual compliance visit. I informed Ms. Manigault that all required records must be maintained on the premises and accessible for review by DCDEE representatives during operating hours. It is extremely important to have staff and children’s records on premises in case of an emergency. This allows immediate access to critical information such as emergency contacts, medical conditions, allergy information, authorized pick-up person, and consent forms. An email was sent to Ms. Manigault requesting the staff and training worksheet be sent to me by 1/16/25. Ms. Manigault requested an extension for 1/20/26. The staff and training worksheet was received on 1/21/26 with one staff member listed. Please submit the completed staff and training worksheet with all staff (including volunteers) to me by 1/23/26. A follow-up visit will be made to review all records. During the visit we will discuss the QRIS pathways and which pathway you will choose. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. This visit summary was emailed, and reviewed with you by phone due to connectivity problems. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor at (919) 819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, and a copy was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Manigault. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free choice activities, personal care routines, transitions, outdoor play and preparing for lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a four-star license re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 18, 2025. *The sanitation inspection was completed August 12, 2025, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on January 8, 2025, and is approved for day time and night care. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on July 21, 2025. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on July 30, 2025. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on July 23, 2025. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted monitoring all classrooms. The monitoring included License and Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratios, Supervision, CPR/First Aid coverage for the center, Special Training Requirements, Storage of Hazardous Items and Medication, Use of Approved Space, Criminal Background Checks, Program Records and Materials/Equipment for the Indoor Environment. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The departure times for several days in June, July and August were not maintained. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in art, music, blocks or science. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there were not any pretend play materials, music toys, or dolls for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age Plastic bags were on a shelf in space #2 accessible to the child under three years of age. .0604(q) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected IMMEDIATELY. A letter of compliance must be sent to me by September 10, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *Please remind the teachers in space #2 to check the classroom daily and prior to the children occupying the space, to ensure all materials are age appropriate for this mixed age group with two-year-old children. Plastic bags, materials made of foam, and materials small enough to be swallowed must be kept up out of the reach of children under three years of age. CONSULTATION We discussed the definition of a volunteer and substitute per DCDEE. -A person who volunteers in the facility, doesn’t count in staff/child ratios, is not left unsupervised with the children, and is not compensated. -A substitute is someone who works less than 10 days in a 12-month period. ABCMS (AUTOMATED BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: •See the real-time background check status of staff members. •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. •See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. QRIS (Quality Rating Information System) Modernization I encourage you to visit the DCDEE website in preparation for the new QRIS requirements-Pathways to the Stars. We are going away from a point-based system allowing you to have three different pathways to achieve stars. You will find the following resources in the QRIS section. -Webinars -Frequently asked questions -Updated Program Assessment tool (Environment Rating Scales-ERS) As of February 1, 2025, new Environment Rating Scales were introduced. The ITERS-3, and ECERS-3, also known as the "3s” will be used for all assessments. Access www.ncrlap.org to participate in webinar sessions that will focus on the changes. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due soon; please plan to complete the items before the deadline. *You must obtain a fire inspection by 1/8/26. As per Child Care Rule. 304(a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or by email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0509 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:00 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, and a copy was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Manigault. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in free choice activities, personal care routines, transitions, outdoor play and preparing for lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a four-star license re-issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 18, 2025. *The sanitation inspection was completed August 12, 2025, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on January 8, 2025, and is approved for day time and night care. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on July 21, 2025. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on July 30, 2025. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on July 23, 2025. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted monitoring all classrooms. The monitoring included License and Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratios, Supervision, CPR/First Aid coverage for the center, Special Training Requirements, Storage of Hazardous Items and Medication, Use of Approved Space, Criminal Background Checks, Program Records and Materials/Equipment for the Indoor Environment. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. The departure times for several days in June, July and August were not maintained. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #2 there were not sufficient materials in art, music, blocks or science. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space #1 there were not any pretend play materials, music toys, or dolls for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age Plastic bags were on a shelf in space #2 accessible to the child under three years of age. .0604(q) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected IMMEDIATELY. A letter of compliance must be sent to me by September 10, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *Please remind the teachers in space #2 to check the classroom daily and prior to the children occupying the space, to ensure all materials are age appropriate for this mixed age group with two-year-old children. Plastic bags, materials made of foam, and materials small enough to be swallowed must be kept up out of the reach of children under three years of age. CONSULTATION We discussed the definition of a volunteer and substitute per DCDEE. -A person who volunteers in the facility, doesn’t count in staff/child ratios, is not left unsupervised with the children, and is not compensated. -A substitute is someone who works less than 10 days in a 12-month period. ABCMS (AUTOMATED BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: •See the real-time background check status of staff members. •Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. •See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. QRIS (Quality Rating Information System) Modernization I encourage you to visit the DCDEE website in preparation for the new QRIS requirements-Pathways to the Stars. We are going away from a point-based system allowing you to have three different pathways to achieve stars. You will find the following resources in the QRIS section. -Webinars -Frequently asked questions -Updated Program Assessment tool (Environment Rating Scales-ERS) As of February 1, 2025, new Environment Rating Scales were introduced. The ITERS-3, and ECERS-3, also known as the "3s” will be used for all assessments. Access www.ncrlap.org to participate in webinar sessions that will focus on the changes. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due soon; please plan to complete the items before the deadline. *You must obtain a fire inspection by 1/8/26. As per Child Care Rule. 304(a) Each operator shall schedule and obtain a fire inspection within 12 months of the center's previous fire inspection. The operator shall notify the local fire inspector when it is time for the center's annual fire inspection. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or by email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0713 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/4/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 2/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: 02:30 PM Time Out: 03:00 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The Owner/Director, Denise Manigault, was present and assisted me during the visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Ms. Manigault and a copy was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Manigault. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. The infants and toddlers were observed in free play activities, outdoor play, and eating lunch. The preschool children were observed in outdoor play, center activities and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a four-star license issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in Staff Education, five (5) points in Program Standards and no Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. *The sanitation inspection was completed on July 8, 2024, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on January 8, 2025, and the facility is approved for day time and night care. *The last documented fire drill and lockdown drill were both conducted on January 7, 2025. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on January 16, 2025. During this visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 316 Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. An infant was outside on the playground with children ranging in age from two years old-five years old. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. A toddler was outside on the playground with children 3 years of age and older. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Purell sanitizing wipes were stored on a shelf above the handwashing sink, not in locked storage. .2820(b) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. The safe sleep charts were not completed on 1/30 and 1/31 for an infant that was present both days. .0606(g) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional This was not completed on a child's application. .0802(c)(2) 1821 The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. The EPR plan was last updated on 10/14/18. .0607(d)(8) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The teacher caring for children in the infant classroom completed an unapproved ITS-SIDS training. .01102 (f) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by February 18, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 90%. According to NC General Statute 110-90 (4) (d) all facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Five children’s records, two new staff files and ten percent of existing staff files were monitored. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 24-25 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. Ms. Manigault informed me of the following: -Medication is not being administered to any of the children. -Transportation is not provided. -There have not been any incident/accident reports completed. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *It is very important that staff observe and record sleep positions for ALL infants who are sleeping. Please review the safe sleep policy with staff working in the classroom for infants of this requirement. Some programs find it helpful to set a timer for 15 minutes, when infants are sleeping and reset the timer until all infants are awake. This gives an auditory reminder to check on the infants while they are sleeping. You should also keep the safe sleep charts near the cribs where the infants sleep. A safe sleep environment is essential in reducing the risk of SIDS. *The Pro-Solutions SIDS training is not acceptable for staff working in the infant classroom. The ITS-SIDS training must be completed by an approved trainer in North Carolina. *The infant/toddler classroom can’t use the playground at the same time as the preschool classroom. Please review the ratios for outdoor play with your new staff to maintain compliance. A follow-up visit will be made in the near future. *To ensure products are stored properly check the label for warnings. Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" plus other warnings must be in locked storage. Products with "keep out of reach of children" without additional warnings must be stored 5 feet out of reach. CONSULTATION CHILD CARE HEALTH CONSULTANT If you have any health-related questions during this cold/flu season, please reach out to our new Child Care Health Consultant Ellie Morris. Her contact information is below. morrise@email.unc.edu, (919)809-9645 CPSC RECALLS The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled numerous items. You can find more information about each item by accessing www cpsc.gov. Please share with the parents in your program. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or by email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/15/2024 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 8/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance during your routine unannounced visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Denise Manigault, Owner/Director, and a copy was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Manigault. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. The infants were observed being fed and in free play activities. The preschool children were observed in outdoor play and center activities. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a four-star license issued July 29, 2022, earning five (5) points in staff education, five (5) points in program standards and no quality point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 13, 2024. *The sanitation inspection was completed July 8, 2024, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on January 25, 2024, and is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill and lockdown drill were both conducted on July 25, 2024. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on July 23, 2024. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted monitoring all classrooms. The monitoring included License and Permit Restrictions, Staff/Child Ratios, Supervision, CPR/First Aid coverage for the center, Special Training Requirements, Storage of Hazardous Items and Medication, Use of Approved Space, Criminal Background Checks, Program Records and Materials/Equipment for the Indoor Environment. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). The feeding schedules were not on file for the two infants currently enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. The cribs for the two infants were not labeled. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. There was no documentation of fire drills being completed during the months of February, March, April and May. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags with diapers were in unlocked cabinets accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. This was not completed for the two infants currently enrolled. .0606(g) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be sent to me by August 29, 2024. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE *Staff must observe and record sleep positions for all infants who are sleeping. Please remind staff working in the classroom for infants of this requirement. Some programs find it helpful to set a timer for 15 minutes, when infants are sleeping and reset the timer until all infants are awake. This gives an auditory reminder to check on the infants while they are sleeping. You should also keep the safe sleep charts near the cribs were the infant’s sleep. A safe sleep environment is essential in reducing the risk of SIDS. *Today I observed diapers in plastic bags within the reach of the children in space #1. Remind your staff to conduct a walk-through of the children’s space prior to them arriving each day, removing any potential hazards and placing them at least five feet high or in locked storage. Safety is a priority when caring for young children. The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *You must obtain a fire inspection by 1/25/25. The facility must obtain a fire inspection within twelve months of the previous inspection as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). *The CPR and First Aid training for N. Manigault will expire on 9/7/24. *Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently and click the “what’s new” tab to stay informed of all updates available to you. If you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact me at (919) 819-9378 or by email at Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov. 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 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/13/2024 Number Present: 9 Completed Date: 2/13/2024 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 11:15 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements for your Annual Compliance visit. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/23/23. This facility was issued a four-star license on 7/29/22. The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 91%. All indoor licensed space and the outdoor environment were monitored today. OBSERVATIONS: I observed the children enjoying the outdoor environment. CURRICULUM: I observed that the center was following the Buttercups curriculum. The owner/director stated that they would purchase the Fireflies segment (for preschool age children) before any of the children turned age 4. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Seven children’s files were reviewed during the visit. STAFF FILES: The staff files were reviewed during the visit and the consultant completed the staff/training worksheet. TRANSPORTATION: The center is not offering transportation services. INSPECTIONS: The last documented annual fire inspection was conducted on 1/25/24. I pointed out that the fire inspection had marked the form for “daytime only”, instead of daytime and nighttime. The owner/director stated that she would contact the fire inspector for a corrected copy. Currently, no children are enrolled on second shift. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 11/28/23. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 1/23/24. The last documented playground inspection was completed on 1/23/24. The last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 1/23/24. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There were two uncovered outlets in the infant/toddler classroom (classroom space #2). 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 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. The staff person, who began employment on 8/3/23, did not have emergency information on file. .0701(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. The owner/director had completed all the Health and Safety training except one within five years of having completed the trainings originally. .1103(b) All violations must be corrected immediately. Please send me a signed Corrective Action letter by 2/21/24, stating how the violation cited today has been corrected. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TODAY ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: DIRECT EXIT FROM CLASSROOM SPACE #2: The owner/director was aware that 50% of the opening to classroom space #2 must remain open to be counted as a direct exit for the children in classroom space #2, in accordance with NC Fire Code. During the 8/14/23 visit, Technical Assistance was provided on the option of changing the front window in classroom space #2 to a door to create a separate direct exit for classroom space #2. The owner/director stated that she liked the idea. The owner/director stated that she talked with the fire inspector during the 1/25/24 inspection about the idea. The owner/director stated that she had not yet discussed the idea with the property owner. In the meantime, Technical Assistance was provided today in suggesting that the center use of the evacuation crib instead of shelving between classroom space #1 and space #2. IT'S SIDS: I reminded the owner/director that she needed to complete an updated IT'S SIDS training by 2/23/24. RATED LICENSE: This center is in Cohort III for Rated License reassessment. 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 .0713 · Violation

Name of Operation: GINGERBREAD LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 32002187 Consultant: TONI FULLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/14/2023 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 8/14/2023 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Upon arrival the owner/director greeted me. The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced visit. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on 2/23/23. This center operates with a four-star license, which was re-issued on 7/29/22. The compliance history for this center for the previous eighteen-month timeframe was 91%. During today’s visit all indoor and outdoor licensed space was monitored. I observed the children enjoying free play activities and completing a teacher-directed project. There were current activity plans posted for both groups of children. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Children’s records were not reviewed today. NEW STAFF: The files were reviewed for three new staff, who began employment this month. CURRICULUM: The center was implementing the Mother Goose curriculum. TRANSPORTATION: The owner/director stated that the center was not operating transportation services. INSPECTIONS: The last documented fire inspection was conducted on 2/9/23. The last documented sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/2/23. The last playground inspection was conducted on 7/25/23. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/25/23. The last shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/14/23. The following violations were cited today: Violation Number Comment Rule 316 Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. There were children ages 0 t0 2 enrolled and present in classroom space #2. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. Two of the three new staff needed an application on file. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1831 At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. The two caregivers in the infant classroom today did not have Safe Sleep training. .01102 (f) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The signed policy was not on file for the three new staff. .0608(d)(1-4) 9999 Upon arrival the direct exit from classroom space #2 was blocked. The children in classroom space #2 were ages 0 to 2. There was a violation of NC Fire Code. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED TODAY ON THE FOLLOWING TOPICS: NC FIRE CODE: During today’s visit the owners and I discussed changing the window to a door in classroom space #2 to create a separate direct exit for classroom space #2. TRAININGS: I reviewed the timeline for staff completing CPR, First Aid, Safe Sleep, and BSAC. I reminded the owner/director that her CPR and First Aid training expired in September 2023. EPR and EMC training: I asked the owner/director to update the Emergency Care Plan to include the new staff, after the plan was reviewed with them. I reminded the owner/director to maintain documentation that both plans were reviewed with staff annually. NEW STAFF ORIENTATION: Please begin new staff orientation immediately in accordance with NC Child Care Rule 10NCAC 09 .1101(a)(b). 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