10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: Sunny Side Child Development Center Facility ID: 32002344 Consultant: KIA REID Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2026 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 6/24/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: 02:30 PM Time Out: 02:45 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Denriqua Thomas, Owner/director, was present and assisted me during the visit. CURRENT LICENSE STATUS Your program currently operates with a three-star license, issued December 20, 2024, earning 4 points in the education component, 2 points in the program standards component (meeting enhanced space) and 1 quality point for having staff benefits package and infrastructure of parent involvement. The license was posted, and the restrictions were not in compliance. *The last annual compliance visit was conducted 12/4/25. *The sanitation inspection was completed 2/16/26 with a “Superior” classification. *The last fire inspection was conducted on 10/28/25, and your facility was approved for daytime and night care only. *The last documented fire drill was conducted on 5/1/26. *The last documented playground inspection and lockdown drill were both completed on 6/3/26. I completed a general walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, personal care routines, and eating lunch. Six violations were observed today and must be corrected immediately. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.In space #2 there was a child one year of age grouped with children three years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 716 All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing. The mulch has deteriorated on the preschool playground. .0605(j) 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 closet located in space #2 was unlocked with cans of paint inside. .2820(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 2/18/26. .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 2/18/26. .1102(d) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space #1 there were eleven children ages 3-5 years old with one staff. 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 July 8, 2026. 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 96%. 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. STAFF RECORDS I monitored new staff and existing staff files for criminal background qualifying letters, current CPR/First Aid, and other specialized training. On your next annual compliance visit training hours will be monitored. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -Upon my arrival in space #1 the classroom was not maintaining the correct staff child ratios. We discussed. The importance of maintaining staff-child ratios when caring for children is to ensure the health, safety and well-being of every child in your care. When the number of children exceeds a caregiver’s approved ratios, it can lead to: -Reduced supervision and increased risk of accidents or injuries. -Delayed response to children’s needs. -Difficulty providing appropriate care, guidance and interaction. -Increased stress and fatigue for staff which may affect decision making and the quality of care. -Children one year of age cannot be grouped with children three years of age. You should review the enrollment in each classroom and adjust accordingly. A return visit will be made in the near future due to the ratio violations cited. -All staff who provide direct care to children must complete certification in First Aid and CPR appropriate to the ages of children in care. REMINDERS The following requirements will come due in the near future; please make arrangements to complete the items before the deadline. *You must complete a fire drill before 6/30/26. *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. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at (919) 819-9378, Kia.Reid@dhhs.nc.gov or Holli Hemby, Supervisor, 919-819-9363, Holli.Hemby@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. 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.