10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: SHANNEL HALL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/9/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 340 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to assess applicable child-care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The director, Ms. Narquasia Christian, assisted me with today's visit. This documentation was reviewed with Ms. Christian, and a copy of the visit summary documentation was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted and welcomed into your program. Three (3) classrooms were opened today. I conducted a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning environments. I observed the children participating in free play indoors and outdoors. The children were observed eating lunch, reading books, napping and eating snack. RATED LICENSE STATUS The program holds a 3-star-rated license issued on 5/31/2019. The program received 2 points in Program Standards, 4 points in Staff Education, and 1 quality point through the programmatic options of having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. During today’s visit we discussed the new QRIS pathways, and you were given an opportunity to ask questions. Please visit the DCDEE website to review the QRIS Modernization requirements. You can visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project for more information about the ERS 3s. Here are links to this information: QRIS Modernization - https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. INSPECTIONS The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/12/25. The last fire inspection was conducted on 8/20/25. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/18/25. The last emergency drill was conducted on 6/24/25. The last playground inspection was conducted on 9/29/25. During this visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor all child care requirements. The provider does not transport children; therefore, transportation was not monitored. The status of the center's owner, La Petite Academy, Inc, is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website. The following violations were observed and recorded during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #1 two tropical medication forms did not have all the pertinent information in order to correctly apply the ointment. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. There were plastic bags accessible to the children in space #2 and space #3 which enrolls children under 3 years of age. .0604(q) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member did not have a current criminal background letter available for review during today's visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. There was not a current emergency drill documented for review during today's day. The last emergency drill was conduct 6/24/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. There was less than 1 inch of mulch around the climbing structure on the playground for the children 3 to 5 years of age. .0605(k)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One new staff member that started August 5, 2025, did not complete the required training within her 90 days of hire. .1102(g) In order to comply with the NC Laws & Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter should be sent to me by October 23, 2025. The letter should address each violation, and explain how and when it has been corrected. Please send the letter to shannel.hall@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 92%. It will be updated after today's visit, and you will be informed of the new score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The following items were discussed to help you prevent a reoccurrence of the violations observed during today's visit. I would suggest putting a reminder on your calendar to conduct an emergency drill every three months. I would suggest putting diaper cream on your monthly inspection checklist to ensure they are up-to-date and using the correct forms as well. I would suggest putting on the calendar any new hire training that is required within 90 days to ensure it is done within the proper timeframe. CONSULTATION Criminal background checks must be renewed every five (5) years. Criminal background checks can be completed up to six months prior to the expiration date. We are encouraging all staff to begin their renewal process early to avoid lapses in their qualification. ANNUAL IN-SERVICE TRAINING The in-service hours were monitored for the annual year October 10, 2024 – October 9, 2025. HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS Health and Safety trainings are now available through Moodle on the DCDEE website. These trainings are provided free of charge. You should use your NCID username and password to access the Moodle portal. As per Child Care Rule .1103(b) the Health and Safety trainings must be renewed at least every 5 years. Some of your staff completed the trainings in 2017, they should begin to retake the trainings. AGENCY UPDATES Please remember to check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: nchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently to stay updated on rule requirements. CHILD CARE HEALTH CONSULTANT If you need information on health-related concerns, please reach out to our new Child Care Health Consultant Ellie Morris. Ms. Morris can be contacted at morrise@unc.edu or by phone at (919) 809-9645. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact me at shannel.hall@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at (919) 703- 5003. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: SHANNEL HALL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/9/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 10/9/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 340 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to assess applicable child-care requirements during your annual compliance visit. The director, Ms. Narquasia Christian, assisted me with today's visit. This documentation was reviewed with Ms. Christian, and a copy of the visit summary documentation was given to her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon my arrival, I was greeted and welcomed into your program. Three (3) classrooms were opened today. I conducted a general walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning environments. I observed the children participating in free play indoors and outdoors. The children were observed eating lunch, reading books, napping and eating snack. RATED LICENSE STATUS The program holds a 3-star-rated license issued on 5/31/2019. The program received 2 points in Program Standards, 4 points in Staff Education, and 1 quality point through the programmatic options of having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parent involvement. During today’s visit we discussed the new QRIS pathways, and you were given an opportunity to ask questions. Please visit the DCDEE website to review the QRIS Modernization requirements. You can visit the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project for more information about the ERS 3s. Here are links to this information: QRIS Modernization - https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. INSPECTIONS The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 3/12/25. The last fire inspection was conducted on 8/20/25. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/18/25. The last emergency drill was conducted on 6/24/25. The last playground inspection was conducted on 9/29/25. During this visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. A checklist was used to monitor all child care requirements. The provider does not transport children; therefore, transportation was not monitored. The status of the center's owner, La Petite Academy, Inc, is current and active on the NC Secretary of State website. The following violations were observed and recorded during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #1 two tropical medication forms did not have all the pertinent information in order to correctly apply the ointment. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. There were plastic bags accessible to the children in space #2 and space #3 which enrolls children under 3 years of age. .0604(q) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A staff member did not have a current criminal background letter available for review during today's visit. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. There was not a current emergency drill documented for review during today's day. The last emergency drill was conduct 6/24/25. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. There was less than 1 inch of mulch around the climbing structure on the playground for the children 3 to 5 years of age. .0605(k)(1-4) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One new staff member that started August 5, 2025, did not complete the required training within her 90 days of hire. .1102(g) In order to comply with the NC Laws & Rules, any violations cited today must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter should be sent to me by October 23, 2025. The letter should address each violation, and explain how and when it has been corrected. Please send the letter to shannel.hall@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 92%. It will be updated after today's visit, and you will be informed of the new score. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The following items were discussed to help you prevent a reoccurrence of the violations observed during today's visit. I would suggest putting a reminder on your calendar to conduct an emergency drill every three months. I would suggest putting diaper cream on your monthly inspection checklist to ensure they are up-to-date and using the correct forms as well. I would suggest putting on the calendar any new hire training that is required within 90 days to ensure it is done within the proper timeframe. CONSULTATION Criminal background checks must be renewed every five (5) years. Criminal background checks can be completed up to six months prior to the expiration date. We are encouraging all staff to begin their renewal process early to avoid lapses in their qualification. ANNUAL IN-SERVICE TRAINING The in-service hours were monitored for the annual year October 10, 2024 – October 9, 2025. HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS Health and Safety trainings are now available through Moodle on the DCDEE website. These trainings are provided free of charge. You should use your NCID username and password to access the Moodle portal. As per Child Care Rule .1103(b) the Health and Safety trainings must be renewed at least every 5 years. Some of your staff completed the trainings in 2017, they should begin to retake the trainings. AGENCY UPDATES Please remember to check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website: nchildcare.ncdhhs.gov frequently to stay updated on rule requirements. CHILD CARE HEALTH CONSULTANT If you need information on health-related concerns, please reach out to our new Child Care Health Consultant Ellie Morris. Ms. Morris can be contacted at morrise@unc.edu or by phone at (919) 809-9645. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact me at shannel.hall@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at (919) 703- 5003. 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: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2024 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 10/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The Director, De’Entle Barnes was present and assisted me during the visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Ms. Barnes, and a copy was left with her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. I completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms and the outdoor play areas. The infants and toddlers were observed during bottle feedings and story time. The preschool children were observed in routine care before going outside, in center activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 23, 2024. *The sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2024, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 20, 2024, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on September 26, 2024. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on October 7, 2024. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was completed on September 25, 2024. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 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. One outlet was not covered by the exit door in space #4. One outlet by the handwashing sink was not covered in space #10. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Documentation of the EMC Plan review was not on file for three staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 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 October 24, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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 Six children’s records and 10 percent of existing staff files were monitored. No new staff have been hired since the last annual compliance visit. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February-September 2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -I suggested to Ms. Barnes to review the Emergency Medical Plan and EPR Plan during a staff and have the staff sign one document that states the information was reviewed. -A safety check of all classrooms should be completed before the children arrive to ensure all outlets and any other safety issues have been corrected. *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 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0802 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/10/2024 Number Present: 46 Completed Date: 10/10/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The Director, De’Entle Barnes was present and assisted me during the visit. The visit summary was reviewed with Ms. Barnes, and a copy was left with her at the conclusion of the visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. I completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms and the outdoor play areas. The infants and toddlers were observed during bottle feedings and story time. The preschool children were observed in routine care before going outside, in center activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 23, 2024. *The sanitation inspection was completed on September 25, 2024, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 20, 2024, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on September 26, 2024. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on October 7, 2024. *The last documented shelter-in-place drill was completed on September 25, 2024. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 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. One outlet was not covered by the exit door in space #4. One outlet by the handwashing sink was not covered in space #10. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 862 The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Documentation of the EMC Plan review was not on file for three staff. 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) 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 October 24, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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 Six children’s records and 10 percent of existing staff files were monitored. No new staff have been hired since the last annual compliance visit. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February-September 2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -I suggested to Ms. Barnes to review the Emergency Medical Plan and EPR Plan during a staff and have the staff sign one document that states the information was reviewed. -A safety check of all classrooms should be completed before the children arrive to ensure all outlets and any other safety issues have been corrected. *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 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 .2200 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: CUSARAH RIDDICK Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0424-419A Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 69 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 10:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. De'Entle Barnes, Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Barnes, and an additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On April 19, 2024, a staff member lifted several children by their arms and placed them down forcefully on the carpet. In February 2024,the staff member spoke harshly to a group of one-year-old children and used profanity. In addition, the staff member "popped" a one-year old child on their bottom when the child would not remain on their cot during rest time. G.S. 110-91(10) You may contact me at (Cusarah Riddick, Investigations Consultant, 919-208-0546, Cusarah.riddick@dhhs.nc.gov) or (Sheronda Harris, Supervisor, Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov). Thank you for your time. 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 .2200). If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: CUSARAH RIDDICK Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0424-419A Visit Date: 5/2/2024 Number Present: 69 Completed Date: 5/2/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 10:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. De'Entle Barnes, Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Barnes, and an additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On April 19, 2024, a staff member lifted several children by their arms and placed them down forcefully on the carpet. In February 2024,the staff member spoke harshly to a group of one-year-old children and used profanity. In addition, the staff member "popped" a one-year old child on their bottom when the child would not remain on their cot during rest time. G.S. 110-91(10) You may contact me at (Cusarah Riddick, Investigations Consultant, 919-208-0546, Cusarah.riddick@dhhs.nc.gov) or (Sheronda Harris, Supervisor, Sheronda.harris@dhhs.nc.gov). Thank you for your time. 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 .2200). If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/23/2024 Number Present: 67 Completed Date: 2/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The director, De’Entle Barnes, was present and assisted me as needed. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical issues. The visit summary was emailed and reviewed with Ms. Barnes. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. We completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in morning drop-off, circle time activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on December 22, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 9, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on December 12, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on February 5, 2024. *The last documented lockdown drill was completed on December 7, 2023. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 201 A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 35-sq. ft. of floor space per child. The space capacity for space #7 is 17 children. Today there were 18 children present. GS 110-91(6); .1401(f) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule was not posted in space #8/9. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan is space #3 was dated February 12th. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 12/12/23. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 one bourdeaux's butt paste did not have a medication authorization form. One desitin cream had as needed in the times to be given and dates to be given sections. One esembly cream and one mustela diaper spray had as needed in the dates to be given section. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space #10 chalk, art supplies and bubble wands were all stored in some type of plastic bags on the shelf accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not provide TB test results. .0701(a) 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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete First Aid training. .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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete CPR training. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff file did not include a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1316 Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment. The hospital preference for two children currently enrolled was not included on the application. .0802 (c)(4) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #3 there were 20 children two years of age present. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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 March 8, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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. *A follow-up visit will be conducted due to the group size and space capacity violations that were cited. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Seven children’s records were reviewed. The staff and training worksheets were received prior to the visit, and I monitored eight (8) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 2023-2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Medical reports and TB test results are due prior to employment. -“As needed” cannot be used in the times to be given or dates to be given sections on the medication authorization forms. -Today in space #7 there were 18 children three-four years of age. I explained to the director that the space capacity for the classroom was 17 children. Ms. Barnes showed me a floor plan that stated the space capacity for the classroom was 18 children, however it wasn’t a floor plan created by DCDEE. We reviewed the space capacity for each classroom, and I gave Ms. Barnes a copy of the most current floor plan updated in 2004 with the correct space capacity for each. Please review the space capacity and group size for the classrooms with your staff. -We discussed the repeat violations from the annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 and the routine unannounced visit on 8/31/23. I asked Ms. Barnes what I could do to help her because I conducted a new director’s training on 4/25/23 that included records. She stated that it wasn’t anything I could do, she understands the requirements but has been covering in the classrooms. I suggested that she create a checklist or spreadsheet that has due dates and expiration dates for records and post it on the wall by her desk as a reminder. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The fire inspection is required to be completed annually as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). It is your responsibility to contact the fire inspector and request the inspection to be completed. Your last fire inspection was completed on 3/9/23. *Your shelter-in-place/lockdown drill must be completed by 3/31/24. *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. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/23/2024 Number Present: 67 Completed Date: 2/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The director, De’Entle Barnes, was present and assisted me as needed. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical issues. The visit summary was emailed and reviewed with Ms. Barnes. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. We completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in morning drop-off, circle time activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on December 22, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 9, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on December 12, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on February 5, 2024. *The last documented lockdown drill was completed on December 7, 2023. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 201 A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 35-sq. ft. of floor space per child. The space capacity for space #7 is 17 children. Today there were 18 children present. GS 110-91(6); .1401(f) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule was not posted in space #8/9. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan is space #3 was dated February 12th. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 12/12/23. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 one bourdeaux's butt paste did not have a medication authorization form. One desitin cream had as needed in the times to be given and dates to be given sections. One esembly cream and one mustela diaper spray had as needed in the dates to be given section. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space #10 chalk, art supplies and bubble wands were all stored in some type of plastic bags on the shelf accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not provide TB test results. .0701(a) 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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete First Aid training. .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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete CPR training. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff file did not include a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1316 Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment. The hospital preference for two children currently enrolled was not included on the application. .0802 (c)(4) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #3 there were 20 children two years of age present. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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 March 8, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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. *A follow-up visit will be conducted due to the group size and space capacity violations that were cited. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Seven children’s records were reviewed. The staff and training worksheets were received prior to the visit, and I monitored eight (8) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 2023-2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Medical reports and TB test results are due prior to employment. -“As needed” cannot be used in the times to be given or dates to be given sections on the medication authorization forms. -Today in space #7 there were 18 children three-four years of age. I explained to the director that the space capacity for the classroom was 17 children. Ms. Barnes showed me a floor plan that stated the space capacity for the classroom was 18 children, however it wasn’t a floor plan created by DCDEE. We reviewed the space capacity for each classroom, and I gave Ms. Barnes a copy of the most current floor plan updated in 2004 with the correct space capacity for each. Please review the space capacity and group size for the classrooms with your staff. -We discussed the repeat violations from the annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 and the routine unannounced visit on 8/31/23. I asked Ms. Barnes what I could do to help her because I conducted a new director’s training on 4/25/23 that included records. She stated that it wasn’t anything I could do, she understands the requirements but has been covering in the classrooms. I suggested that she create a checklist or spreadsheet that has due dates and expiration dates for records and post it on the wall by her desk as a reminder. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The fire inspection is required to be completed annually as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). It is your responsibility to contact the fire inspector and request the inspection to be completed. Your last fire inspection was completed on 3/9/23. *Your shelter-in-place/lockdown drill must be completed by 3/31/24. *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. 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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/23/2024 Number Present: 67 Completed Date: 2/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The director, De’Entle Barnes, was present and assisted me as needed. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical issues. The visit summary was emailed and reviewed with Ms. Barnes. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. We completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in morning drop-off, circle time activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on December 22, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 9, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on December 12, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on February 5, 2024. *The last documented lockdown drill was completed on December 7, 2023. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 201 A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 35-sq. ft. of floor space per child. The space capacity for space #7 is 17 children. Today there were 18 children present. GS 110-91(6); .1401(f) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule was not posted in space #8/9. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan is space #3 was dated February 12th. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 12/12/23. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 one bourdeaux's butt paste did not have a medication authorization form. One desitin cream had as needed in the times to be given and dates to be given sections. One esembly cream and one mustela diaper spray had as needed in the dates to be given section. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space #10 chalk, art supplies and bubble wands were all stored in some type of plastic bags on the shelf accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not provide TB test results. .0701(a) 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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete First Aid training. .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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete CPR training. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff file did not include a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1316 Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment. The hospital preference for two children currently enrolled was not included on the application. .0802 (c)(4) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #3 there were 20 children two years of age present. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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 March 8, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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. *A follow-up visit will be conducted due to the group size and space capacity violations that were cited. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Seven children’s records were reviewed. The staff and training worksheets were received prior to the visit, and I monitored eight (8) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 2023-2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Medical reports and TB test results are due prior to employment. -“As needed” cannot be used in the times to be given or dates to be given sections on the medication authorization forms. -Today in space #7 there were 18 children three-four years of age. I explained to the director that the space capacity for the classroom was 17 children. Ms. Barnes showed me a floor plan that stated the space capacity for the classroom was 18 children, however it wasn’t a floor plan created by DCDEE. We reviewed the space capacity for each classroom, and I gave Ms. Barnes a copy of the most current floor plan updated in 2004 with the correct space capacity for each. Please review the space capacity and group size for the classrooms with your staff. -We discussed the repeat violations from the annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 and the routine unannounced visit on 8/31/23. I asked Ms. Barnes what I could do to help her because I conducted a new director’s training on 4/25/23 that included records. She stated that it wasn’t anything I could do, she understands the requirements but has been covering in the classrooms. I suggested that she create a checklist or spreadsheet that has due dates and expiration dates for records and post it on the wall by her desk as a reminder. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The fire inspection is required to be completed annually as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). It is your responsibility to contact the fire inspector and request the inspection to be completed. Your last fire inspection was completed on 3/9/23. *Your shelter-in-place/lockdown drill must be completed by 3/31/24. *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. 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 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/23/2024 Number Present: 67 Completed Date: 2/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The director, De’Entle Barnes, was present and assisted me as needed. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical issues. The visit summary was emailed and reviewed with Ms. Barnes. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. We completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in morning drop-off, circle time activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on December 22, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 9, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on December 12, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on February 5, 2024. *The last documented lockdown drill was completed on December 7, 2023. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 201 A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 35-sq. ft. of floor space per child. The space capacity for space #7 is 17 children. Today there were 18 children present. GS 110-91(6); .1401(f) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule was not posted in space #8/9. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan is space #3 was dated February 12th. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 12/12/23. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 one bourdeaux's butt paste did not have a medication authorization form. One desitin cream had as needed in the times to be given and dates to be given sections. One esembly cream and one mustela diaper spray had as needed in the dates to be given section. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space #10 chalk, art supplies and bubble wands were all stored in some type of plastic bags on the shelf accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not provide TB test results. .0701(a) 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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete First Aid training. .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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete CPR training. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff file did not include a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1316 Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment. The hospital preference for two children currently enrolled was not included on the application. .0802 (c)(4) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #3 there were 20 children two years of age present. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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 March 8, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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. *A follow-up visit will be conducted due to the group size and space capacity violations that were cited. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Seven children’s records were reviewed. The staff and training worksheets were received prior to the visit, and I monitored eight (8) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 2023-2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Medical reports and TB test results are due prior to employment. -“As needed” cannot be used in the times to be given or dates to be given sections on the medication authorization forms. -Today in space #7 there were 18 children three-four years of age. I explained to the director that the space capacity for the classroom was 17 children. Ms. Barnes showed me a floor plan that stated the space capacity for the classroom was 18 children, however it wasn’t a floor plan created by DCDEE. We reviewed the space capacity for each classroom, and I gave Ms. Barnes a copy of the most current floor plan updated in 2004 with the correct space capacity for each. Please review the space capacity and group size for the classrooms with your staff. -We discussed the repeat violations from the annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 and the routine unannounced visit on 8/31/23. I asked Ms. Barnes what I could do to help her because I conducted a new director’s training on 4/25/23 that included records. She stated that it wasn’t anything I could do, she understands the requirements but has been covering in the classrooms. I suggested that she create a checklist or spreadsheet that has due dates and expiration dates for records and post it on the wall by her desk as a reminder. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The fire inspection is required to be completed annually as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). It is your responsibility to contact the fire inspector and request the inspection to be completed. Your last fire inspection was completed on 3/9/23. *Your shelter-in-place/lockdown drill must be completed by 3/31/24. *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. 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: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/23/2024 Number Present: 67 Completed Date: 2/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 08:50 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor child care requirements during your Annual Compliance visit. The director, De’Entle Barnes, was present and assisted me as needed. The visit summary was completed off-site due to technical issues. The visit summary was emailed and reviewed with Ms. Barnes. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Ms. Barnes. We completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms. The outdoor environment was not monitored due to the rain. The children were observed in morning drop-off, circle time activities, and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on December 22, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 9, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on December 12, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on February 5, 2024. *The last documented lockdown drill was completed on December 7, 2023. Prior to today's visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State's website and observed that the owner of this facility, La Petite Academy, Inc. is listed as current/active. 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 201 A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 35-sq. ft. of floor space per child. The space capacity for space #7 is 17 children. Today there were 18 children present. GS 110-91(6); .1401(f) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. The schedule was not posted in space #8/9. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan is space #3 was dated February 12th. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 12/12/23. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space #2 one bourdeaux's butt paste did not have a medication authorization form. One desitin cream had as needed in the times to be given and dates to be given sections. One esembly cream and one mustela diaper spray had as needed in the dates to be given section. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. In space #10 chalk, art supplies and bubble wands were all stored in some type of plastic bags on the shelf accessible to the children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff who started employment on 3/27/23 and one staff who started employment on 12/18/23 did not provide TB test results. .0701(a) 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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete First Aid training. .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. One staff who started employment on 11/20/23 did not complete CPR training. .1102(d) 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff file did not include a staff development plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) 1316 Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment. The hospital preference for two children currently enrolled was not included on the application. .0802 (c)(4) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #3 there were 20 children two years of age present. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 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 March 8, 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 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today's visit, the Compliance History Score for the facility was 81%. 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. *A follow-up visit will be conducted due to the group size and space capacity violations that were cited. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE RECORDS Seven children’s records were reviewed. The staff and training worksheets were received prior to the visit, and I monitored eight (8) new staff files and one (1) existing staff file. The on-going training requirements were monitored from February 2023-2024 and was in compliance. The director’s signature attests that staff files not monitored today contain all the required information. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Medical reports and TB test results are due prior to employment. -“As needed” cannot be used in the times to be given or dates to be given sections on the medication authorization forms. -Today in space #7 there were 18 children three-four years of age. I explained to the director that the space capacity for the classroom was 17 children. Ms. Barnes showed me a floor plan that stated the space capacity for the classroom was 18 children, however it wasn’t a floor plan created by DCDEE. We reviewed the space capacity for each classroom, and I gave Ms. Barnes a copy of the most current floor plan updated in 2004 with the correct space capacity for each. Please review the space capacity and group size for the classrooms with your staff. -We discussed the repeat violations from the annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 and the routine unannounced visit on 8/31/23. I asked Ms. Barnes what I could do to help her because I conducted a new director’s training on 4/25/23 that included records. She stated that it wasn’t anything I could do, she understands the requirements but has been covering in the classrooms. I suggested that she create a checklist or spreadsheet that has due dates and expiration dates for records and post it on the wall by her desk as a reminder. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *The fire inspection is required to be completed annually as per Child Care Rule .0304(a). It is your responsibility to contact the fire inspector and request the inspection to be completed. Your last fire inspection was completed on 3/9/23. *Your shelter-in-place/lockdown drill must be completed by 3/31/24. *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. 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: LA PETITE ACADEMY HIGHGATE Facility ID: 3255179 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/31/2023 Number Present: 69 Completed Date: 8/31/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: 01:45 PM Time Out: 02:30 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. Upon arrival I was greeted by the director, Dee Barnes. The visit summary was reviewed with the director and a copy left with her at the conclusion of the visit. I completed a general walk through of seven (7) classrooms and the outdoor play areas. The infants were observed in being fed, having diapers changed and enjoying tummy time. The toddlers and preschool children were observed in circle time, center activities and eating lunch. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Currently this center operates with a three-star license issued May 31, 2019, earning four (4) points in Staff Education, two (2) points in Program Standards and one (1) Quality Point. INSPECTIONS *The last annual compliance visit was conducted on February 28, 2023. *The sanitation inspection was completed on March 6, 2023, with a "Superior" classification. *The fire inspection was completed on March 14, 2023, and the facility is approved for day time care only. *The last documented fire drill was completed on August 8, 2023. *The last documented playground inspection was completed on August 2, 2023. *The last lockdown drill was completed on June 2, 2023. During this visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The items monitored were Supervision, Staff/Child Ratio, CPR/FA, Special training, Criminal Background Checks, Emergency Medical Care Plan, Administering of Medication, Storage of Hazardous Substances, Storage of Medication, General Safety, Discipline, Adequate/Approved Space, Staff Records, Program Records, License Posted, and Permit Restrictions. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. The laundry room was unlocked with hazardous items inside. In space #9 A bottle of cleaner with bleach was on top of a cabinet not in locked storage. .2820(b) 853 Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required. The incident logs have not been completed from June-August. .0802(g)(1-6) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. This was not on file for one staff who started employment on 3/27/23. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. This was not on file for one staff who started employment on 3/27/23. .0701(a) 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. Two staff did not have verification of completing First Aid training. .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. Two staff did not have verification of completing CPR training. .1102(d) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Two staff did not complete this training. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff who started employment on 8/27/22 did not complete the trainings. .1102(a) 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 September 14, 2023. The letter must address each violation and how it will be maintained in the future. 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 center was 84%. 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. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Please remember to utilize the staff file checklist to ensure all paperwork is received within the required timeframe. Staff must have a health assessment and negative TB test results prior to employment. The Recognizing and Responding to Child Maltreatment must be completed within 90 days of employment. CONSULTATION FIRE INSPECTION A fire inspection was completed on 3/14/23 by Martin Hicks, fire inspector. The inspection was not completed on the Adult Day Care & Child Care Fire Inspection Report. Please contact Mr. Hicks to have him complete the form then submit it to me. STAFF RECORDS Staff records were monitored for new staff since the last annual compliance visit on 2/28/23 for criminal background qualifying letters, current CPR/First Aid, medical, TB test and other specialized training. On your next annual compliance visit training hours will be monitored. All staff must complete on-going training hours by January 31, 2024. RATED LICENSE INFORMATION DCDEE has decided that Rated License assessments will resume, and each program will complete the process based on Cohort assignments (1-3). Your program is in Cohort 2. The planning period will start on 7/1/24 and the assessment period begins 7/1/25. You can start prepping by reviewing information on the NCRLAP website and making sure all staff have set up a WORKS account with current education information. PLAYGROUND We discussed maintenance repairing the bottom of the fence on the preschool playground. The mulch/dirt from over the years is going downhill pushing into the fence causing a small gap. The director covered this area, and contacted maintenance during the visit. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *You must conduct a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill by 9/30/23. *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 via 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

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