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1217 Lewis Street, Eden NC 27288 · License #79000263 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0703 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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.
10A NCAC 09 .0710 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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.
10A NCAC 09 .0713 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/27/2026 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 5/27/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were present. The children were observed playing outdoors and completing routine tasks. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. The facility had a fire inspection March 13, 2025. Ms. Lee stated that she was scheduling an inspection since she just had the alarm system tested. The last sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen demerits. Fire drill reports were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on April 29, 2026. It took the children one (1) minute five (5) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on April 24, 2026. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Please make sure that when the children are outdoors that the staff are moving throughout the space and interacting with the children. If the staff are interacting with a group of children they should be stationed so they can still supervise other children. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 March 13, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 318 Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older. Ten (10) children, ages one to five years, were grouped together outside. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The fence surrounding the outdoor play area is rusted. The blue ground cover is sticking up out of the mulch creating a tripping hazard. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026 has not completed a First Aid training and one is not scheduled. .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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, has not completed a CPR training and one has not been scheduled. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. A staff member has not completed any on going training hours. .1103(a) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. A child has been transported from school without written permission from a parent. .1003(i)(j) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, is not listed on the staff roster in the ABCMS system. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) 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. A staff member hired February 9, 2026, did not have the training completed until May 22, 2026. .1102(g) Rated License Information: The QRIS modernization plan was discussed with you during a visit conducted in December 2025. Ms. Lee is still unsure of which pathway she would like to follow. A follow up visit will be conducted due to the staff/child ratio violation. During that visit a more in depth discussion will be conducted on Pathway 1 and Pathway 2. Consultation: Two Lead teachers do not have credentials or meet the lead teacher qualifications. We reviewed the following rules today to maintain compliance with staff qualifications. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0703(d) If the individual does not yet meet the staff qualifications required by G.S. 110-91(8) when assuming lead teacher or administrative duties, the individual shall submit to the Division documentation of completion of the coursework or credential to be considered for equivalency within six months of assuming the duties. Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0710(b) A lead teacher or a teacher shall be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and have one of the following: (1) One year of child care experience working in a child care center or two years of verifiable experience as a licensed family child care home operator; or (2) Completion of a two year high school program of Early Childhood Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education; or (3) Twenty hours of training in child development, which shall include the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential coursework, within the first six months of employment in addition to the number of on-going training hours required in Rule .1103 of this Chapter. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 10, 2026. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, you must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, 336-580-3782, sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or Pam Hauser, Supervisor, (336)317-5003, pamela.hauser@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.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/1/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/1/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three Star License. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit, and meets enhanced space. This facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Fifteen (15) children were present during today’s visit. I observed the children arriving, playing indoors, completing routine tasks and eating lunch. The facility had a fire inspection completed on March 15, 2025. I received a copy during the annual compliance visit conducted in June 2025. The sanitation inspection was completed on October 14, 2025. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen (13) demerits. The emergency drill log was monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill recorded was completed on October 30, 2025. The evacuation took one (1) minute fifteen (15) seconds. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on September 5, 2025. There are new staff. One (1) staff, D. Wilson, date of employment November 10, 2025, does not have a criminal background check completed. Ms. Lee has contacted a substitute to come and relieve Ms. Wilson. Once the substitute arrives Ms. Wilson must leave and cannot return until she has a qualifying letter on file. Ms. Lee stated that the substitute or her husband who both have a qualifying letter will be the teacher in that space until Ms. Wilson can get her qualifying letter. They do provide routine transportation for children enrolled this school year. The following violations were cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space 5, there were five (5) two year old children watching a program on letters on the teachers cell phone. .0510(f) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. There was not a fire drill completed in the month of November 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A teacher does not have a criminal background check completed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A teacher does not have a criminal background check completed. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 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 present alone in the classroom for infants today does not have ITS-SIDS training. .01102 (f) Rated License: We reviewed the QRIS modernization pathways today. I completed a template documenting the pathway you plan to pursue, identifying needs, documenting a timeline for completion, resources, next steps, etc. Over the next few months, I’ll be checking in with you, ahead of your next visit to check on progress and determine if additional assistance is needed with WORKS, NCRLAP/ERS, accreditation, etc. Technical Assistance: Employees must have a criminal background check prior to employment. No one without a criminal background check can be left alone with children or be counted in staff/child ratio. The ABCMS roster must be completed within five (5) days of employment. Compliance: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by December 15, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include in your letter the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 962, Eden, NC 27289 or email a copy of the letter to me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If I have not received the compliance letter by the tenth day, I will contact you, the operator/person in charge to inquire about your progress in correcting the violations and remind you of the date the compliance letter is due. I will contact you by telephone and/or email. If I have not received the letter by the due date, a follow up visit will be made promptly to verify compliance. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions. If you have any further questions or need further assistance you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at pamela.hauser@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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit, and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on May 5, 2025, with a “superior” classification with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2025. I received a copy prior to this visit. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Seventeen (17) children were present. The children were observed playing indoors and outdoors, completing routine tasks and arriving at the facility. The one (1) infant and toddlers present were observed being held and playing with developmentally appropriate materials. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on May 30, 2025. It took the children one (1) minute twenty (20) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on February 3, 2025. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide transportation. The vehicle used to transport was monitored. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 5, there were five children present, ages one to three years. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 1020 All lead teachers did not have at least a NC Early Childhood Credential or its equivalent or were not enrolled within 6 months of hire, and/or did not complete the credential or it's equivalency within 2 years. The lead teacher in space 5, was hired October 28, 2024, and has not enrolled in the Credential coursework. GS 110-91(8) 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 (1) staff hired April 22, 2025, did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) new staff, hired April 22, 2025, did not have any orientation hours documented. .1101(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff required to complete 8 hours has only completed 1.5 hours. .1103(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator's ITS-SIDS expired May 2025. .1102(f) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A child's file reviewed did not have a medical report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was completed on February 3, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Consultation: 1-I reviewed with Ms. Lee the opt out option for children that the meals are provided by the parent due to child’s eating habits. 2-The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. You may access health and safety trainings for free on the Division’s website under moodle. Technical Assistance: 1-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. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 2-One of the lead teachers has registered in WORKS but has not completed the request for evaluation. I discussed this with the teacher and Ms. Lee. We discussed the next steps she will need to take for her education to be evaluated. I also discussed with Ms. Lee the Lead Teachers qualification requirements. Ms. Lee stated that the lead teacher, who was employed on October 28, 2024, is planning to enroll in the fall semester for the credential coursework. 3-We discussed ways to ensure that trainings and other time sensitive assignments are completed when required. Ms. Lee is in dual positions of director and lead teacher. We discussed ways to split the time and have time to complete the needed administrative duties, such as during naptime. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 25, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. Due to a staff/child ratio violation being cited I will conduct a follow up visit to ensure compliance. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, then Ms. Lee must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0713 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit, and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on May 5, 2025, with a “superior” classification with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2025. I received a copy prior to this visit. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Seventeen (17) children were present. The children were observed playing indoors and outdoors, completing routine tasks and arriving at the facility. The one (1) infant and toddlers present were observed being held and playing with developmentally appropriate materials. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on May 30, 2025. It took the children one (1) minute twenty (20) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on February 3, 2025. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide transportation. The vehicle used to transport was monitored. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 5, there were five children present, ages one to three years. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 1020 All lead teachers did not have at least a NC Early Childhood Credential or its equivalent or were not enrolled within 6 months of hire, and/or did not complete the credential or it's equivalency within 2 years. The lead teacher in space 5, was hired October 28, 2024, and has not enrolled in the Credential coursework. GS 110-91(8) 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 (1) staff hired April 22, 2025, did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) new staff, hired April 22, 2025, did not have any orientation hours documented. .1101(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff required to complete 8 hours has only completed 1.5 hours. .1103(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator's ITS-SIDS expired May 2025. .1102(f) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A child's file reviewed did not have a medical report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was completed on February 3, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Consultation: 1-I reviewed with Ms. Lee the opt out option for children that the meals are provided by the parent due to child’s eating habits. 2-The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. You may access health and safety trainings for free on the Division’s website under moodle. Technical Assistance: 1-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. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 2-One of the lead teachers has registered in WORKS but has not completed the request for evaluation. I discussed this with the teacher and Ms. Lee. We discussed the next steps she will need to take for her education to be evaluated. I also discussed with Ms. Lee the Lead Teachers qualification requirements. Ms. Lee stated that the lead teacher, who was employed on October 28, 2024, is planning to enroll in the fall semester for the credential coursework. 3-We discussed ways to ensure that trainings and other time sensitive assignments are completed when required. Ms. Lee is in dual positions of director and lead teacher. We discussed ways to split the time and have time to complete the needed administrative duties, such as during naptime. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 25, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. Due to a staff/child ratio violation being cited I will conduct a follow up visit to ensure compliance. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, then Ms. Lee must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/11/2025 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 6/11/2025 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted with Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years in rooms with a direct exit, and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on May 5, 2025, with a “superior” classification with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2025. I received a copy prior to this visit. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Seventeen (17) children were present. The children were observed playing indoors and outdoors, completing routine tasks and arriving at the facility. The one (1) infant and toddlers present were observed being held and playing with developmentally appropriate materials. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on May 30, 2025. It took the children one (1) minute twenty (20) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on February 3, 2025. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. The facility does provide transportation. The vehicle used to transport was monitored. The following violations were observed during today's visit. 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 5, there were five children present, ages one to three years. 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) 1020 All lead teachers did not have at least a NC Early Childhood Credential or its equivalent or were not enrolled within 6 months of hire, and/or did not complete the credential or it's equivalency within 2 years. The lead teacher in space 5, was hired October 28, 2024, and has not enrolled in the Credential coursework. GS 110-91(8) 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 (1) staff hired April 22, 2025, did not have a medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. One (1) new staff, hired April 22, 2025, did not have any orientation hours documented. .1101(a) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff required to complete 8 hours has only completed 1.5 hours. .1103(a) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The administrator's ITS-SIDS expired May 2025. .1102(f) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. A child's file reviewed did not have a medical report. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last emergency drill was completed on February 3, 2025. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Consultation: 1-I reviewed with Ms. Lee the opt out option for children that the meals are provided by the parent due to child’s eating habits. 2-The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. You may access health and safety trainings for free on the Division’s website under moodle. Technical Assistance: 1-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. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. 2-One of the lead teachers has registered in WORKS but has not completed the request for evaluation. I discussed this with the teacher and Ms. Lee. We discussed the next steps she will need to take for her education to be evaluated. I also discussed with Ms. Lee the Lead Teachers qualification requirements. Ms. Lee stated that the lead teacher, who was employed on October 28, 2024, is planning to enroll in the fall semester for the credential coursework. 3-We discussed ways to ensure that trainings and other time sensitive assignments are completed when required. Ms. Lee is in dual positions of director and lead teacher. We discussed ways to split the time and have time to complete the needed administrative duties, such as during naptime. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by June 25, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. Due to a staff/child ratio violation being cited I will conduct a follow up visit to ensure compliance. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. If more time is needed to correct any of the violations, then Ms. Lee must send a request for an extension as soon as possible. The request must include a reason for the extension and a timeline of when the violation will be corrected. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/4/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 3/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant and Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on June 18, 2024. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed December 18, 2023. This facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eight (8) children were present during today’s visit. The children were observed playing indoors and completing routine tasks. The emergency drill log was monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill recorded was completed on February 28, 2025, with one (1) minute to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was completed on February 3, 2025. The staff files were not reviewed today. There are new staff. All staff have a current qualifying letter. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. They do provide routine transportation. The following violations were cited today. 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 on file was December 18, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. In space 4, there is an electric heater in use. GS 110-91 Technical Assistance: It is important that the fire inspection is completed annually. Ms. Lee was unsure of the date of the last inspection and could not find the latest inspection. She contacted the fire inspector and left a message asking him to call her back. If there has been a fire inspection completed in 2024 she must send me a copy and the violation cited today will be removed. If she has not had a fire inspection completed then she must contact the company to complete the service on her fire system no later than Thursday, March 6, by 3:00pm. Then she must contact the fire inspector for a fire inspection. The fire inspection must be submitted to me with the compliance letter. To ensure that the fire inspection is completed on time you can mark the date on a calendar. You can also write the date on the emergency log so that you are reminded when you record your monthly fire drills. Consultation: 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. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Health and Safety training topics, except for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment and CPR and First Aid trainings, must be completed within the first year of employment. The Recognizing and Responding, CPR, and First Aid trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Then these trainings must be completed every five (5) years after the initial completion, except CPR and First Aid, which must be completed every two (2) years. Rated License -The hold harmless has been extended. An email will be sent with information on when the rated license process will begin. Compliance: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by March 18, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include in your letter the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If I have not received the compliance letter by the tenth day, I will contact you, the operator/person in charge to inquire about your progress in correcting the violations and remind you of the date the compliance letter is due. I will contact you by telephone and/or email. If I have not received the letter by the due date, a follow up visit will be made promptly to verify compliance. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions. If you have any further questions or need further assistance you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at pamela.hauser@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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/4/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 3/4/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant and Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on June 18, 2024. The facility received a superior rating with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed December 18, 2023. This facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eight (8) children were present during today’s visit. The children were observed playing indoors and completing routine tasks. The emergency drill log was monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill recorded was completed on February 28, 2025, with one (1) minute to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was completed on February 3, 2025. The staff files were not reviewed today. There are new staff. All staff have a current qualifying letter. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. They do provide routine transportation. The following violations were cited today. 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 on file was December 18, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 899 The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91. In space 4, there is an electric heater in use. GS 110-91 Technical Assistance: It is important that the fire inspection is completed annually. Ms. Lee was unsure of the date of the last inspection and could not find the latest inspection. She contacted the fire inspector and left a message asking him to call her back. If there has been a fire inspection completed in 2024 she must send me a copy and the violation cited today will be removed. If she has not had a fire inspection completed then she must contact the company to complete the service on her fire system no later than Thursday, March 6, by 3:00pm. Then she must contact the fire inspector for a fire inspection. The fire inspection must be submitted to me with the compliance letter. To ensure that the fire inspection is completed on time you can mark the date on a calendar. You can also write the date on the emergency log so that you are reminded when you record your monthly fire drills. Consultation: 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. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Health and Safety training topics, except for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment and CPR and First Aid trainings, must be completed within the first year of employment. The Recognizing and Responding, CPR, and First Aid trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Then these trainings must be completed every five (5) years after the initial completion, except CPR and First Aid, which must be completed every two (2) years. Rated License -The hold harmless has been extended. An email will be sent with information on when the rated license process will begin. Compliance: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by March 18, 2025. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include in your letter the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If I have not received the compliance letter by the tenth day, I will contact you, the operator/person in charge to inquire about your progress in correcting the violations and remind you of the date the compliance letter is due. I will contact you by telephone and/or email. If I have not received the letter by the due date, a follow up visit will be made promptly to verify compliance. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions. If you have any further questions or need further assistance you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at pamela.hauser@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 .1003 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/9/2024 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/9/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ in rooms with a direct exit and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on June 18, 2024, with a “superior” classification with thirteen (13) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on December 18, 2023. A copy was received today. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee, as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed playing indoors, completing routine tasks, and playing outdoors. All indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 24, 2024. It took the children one (1) minute and ten (10) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a lockdown drill, was conducted on June 21, 2024. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. The staff and children’s files were monitored in accordance with the Division of Child Development and Early Education policies and procedures. Ms. Lee stated that no child enrolled has emergency medications. The facility does provide transportation. They have participated in two (2) off premise activities. The minivan used to transport the children was monitored. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2 there are no dolls or pretend play toys. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 476 Staff did not use the list of participating children to check attendance when leaving the center, periodically when the children were involved in the activity, before leaving the activity to return to the center, and/or upon return to the center. Attendance was not checked periodically when the children were involved in the activity during two (2) off premise activities. .1005(b)(6) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There was no playground inspection completed for June 2024. .0605(q) 1115 First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. There was not a first aid kit or a fire extinguisher in the vehicle used during transporting children during off premise activities. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) 1125 Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. The written permission did not have an expected time of departure and arrival. .1003(i)(j) 1850 Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children. There was no signage posted in the vehicle used to transport children. .0604(i) Technical Assistance: The permission to transport must have the arrival and departure time listed. It is important that the parents know this information. Ms. Lee can add this to her permission slips for future off premise activities or she can use the permission slips provided on the Division’s website. A first aid kit and fire extinguisher must be on board the vehicle when children are transported. Ms. Lee stated that she had a first aid kit that she kept in the vehicle but she could not find it while we were monitoring the vehicle. The attendance taken during an off premise activity must include the times attendance is taken during the activity. Attendance was taken when the children boarded and departed the vehicles both times but not during the activity. Consultation: 1-The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. You may access health and safety trainings for free on the Division’s website under moodle. 2. This is a resource provided by NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center to assist in finding needed trainings. Find a Trainer Page (for a list of active EPR, ITS-SIDS, Medication Administration Trainers as well as the new Training Guidance): https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/for-early-educators/find-a-trainer/ . Rated License Information: Please be reminded your facility is in cohort two. Your preparation year begins July 1, 2024. Throughout the next few months, I recommend you consider completing the following tasks and activities that will help prepare you for your reassessment year, which will be sometime between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026. If possible, the Division will align the reassessment with your annual compliance visit timeframe. •Have all staff update WORKS accounts to reflect all currently completed coursework (DCDEE-WORKS) •Determine whether you wish to have Environment Rating Scale (ERS) Assessments [ITERS-R, ECERS-R, SACERS-U] conducted •Request technical assistance with your child care consultant and local partners •Participate in local CCR&R and NCPC quality related training/workshops (CCRR Information) •Review NCRLAP website ERS resources (www.NCRLAP.org). To help review ERS requirements and think carefully about the current characteristics and practices in your program and classrooms, check out the Thinking More worksheets. A worksheet is available for each subscale of each rating scale. •Consider requesting an ERS assessment (free of charge) during the preparation year. Remember the scores can be used in a variety of ways oERS assessments can be requested during the preparation year and scores can be used as guidance to enhance program quality oIf desired, assessment scores can be used during the preparation year if the operator wants to move forward with a rated license reassessment oAssessment scores can be saved to use during the reassessment year oFacilities can request another ERS assessment (free of charge) in your reassessment year for any ERS assessment scoring less than a 5.0 Compliance letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by July 23, 2024. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0324-102L Visit Date: 3/11/2024 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 3/11/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:10 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of childcare requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant with Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. The allegations are as follows: There are concerns regarding discipline, a developmentally appropriate environment and nutrition. There are concerns regarding nurture and care. During today’s visit, the allegations were discussed with you. You had the opportunity to respond. Information shared during this visit are documented in this visit summary. Your program currently operates with a Three Star License. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. Today, the following items, in addition to the allegations, were monitored: • Supervision • Staff / Child Ratio • Adequate / Approved Space • License Posted • Permit Restrictions Allegation #1: There is a concern regarding discipline. Observation and/or Interviews #1: I monitored each child care indoor space. I interviewed Ms. Lee and the teachers. The teachers stated that if appropriate then time out is used and if not then they use redirection. Ms. Lee stated that she uses time out in her classroom. I asked if there were any concerns and no addressed any concerns. I observed the teachers interacting with the children. Conclusion #1: There was not enough information to confirm the allegation occurred. Allegation #2: There is a concern regarding developmentally appropriate environment. Observation and/or Interviews #2: I observed each indoor space. I interviewed Ms. Lee regarding screen time. She stated that she only allows school age children to have screen time. She stated that they play learning games and/or complete drawing activities. She stated that they only play in the late afternoon right before they depart the facility. She did state that she uses screen time with the preschool aged children for story time. I asked to see the cumulative log as it was not listed on the activity plan. Ms. Lee stated that she did not have a log. Conclusion #2: Based on the above information, the allegation was unsubstantiated. Allegation #3: There is an allegation regarding nutrition. Observation and/or Interviews #3: I interviewed Ms. Lee and the teacher in space 2. The teacher stated that she does not provide candy to the children. Ms. Lee stated that she gives candy at the end of the day to take with them. I asked her what ages she gives candy to and what type of candy. She stated that all ages are given the candy and that she gives different types of candy. I asked if she gives hard candy or suckers to the children. She stated that she has given suckers to the children. Conclusion #3: Based on the above information, the allegation was substantiated. Allegation #4: There is a concern regarding nurture and care. Observation and/or Interview #4: I monitored each classroom space in use today to observed interactions. I interviewed the staff and asked if there were any concerns with how the children are spoken to while in care. No one stated that they had concerns. They stated that they have not heard anyone yelling at the children. Conclusion #4: There was not enough information to confirm the allegation occurred. The following violations were cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 511 Foods and beverages with little or no nutritional value were available often and not just for special occasions. Candy, including suckers, were given to children of all ages in the afternoons. .0901(i) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) Comments Section – 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 violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You must correct the violation cited during today's visit immediately and send me documentation verifying compliance on or before March 25, 2024. The following information must be included in your signed and dated compliance letter: • the name of your center • facility ID number • date • title of the person who signs the letter • each violation number(s) • describes accurately and in detail how and when you corrected each violation You may email the letter to sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or mail two copies of the letter to: P.O. Box 1305 Eden, NC 27289 If you state in your letter that corrections or changes have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information and could lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Repeated violations, continued non-compliance, or failure to submit the compliance letter prior to the date given in this visit summary can also lead to administrative action taken by the DCDEE. Additional monitoring visits may be conducted during the year to monitor compliance with applicable childcare requirements. Technical assistance provided during today’s visit: 1-I reviewed choking hazards for children with Ms. Lee today. 2-I reviewed rules regarding screen time with Ms. Lee today. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was reviewed with and provided to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during the visit. If you have any questions about the visit, please contact me or my supervisor using the information below. Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant (336)580-3782 sally.allen@dhh.nc.gov Pamela Hauser, Supervisor pamela.hauser@dhhs.nc.gov For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/22/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 2/22/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 80 Time In: 09:40 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced A routine unannounced visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant and Sharon Lee, Owner and Director. Currently this child care center operates with a Three (3) Star license. The restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The sanitation inspection was completed on October 18, 2023. The facility received an approved rating with seventeen (17) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on December 18, 2023. I received a copy today. This facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Twelve (12) children were present during today’s visit. The children were observed playing indoors participating in a group time activity. There are no infants enrolled at this time. The emergency drill log was monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill recorded was completed on January 31, 2024, with one (1) minute to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was completed on December 18, 2023. The staff files were not reviewed today. There is one (1) new staff. Ms. Lee stated that no children enrolled have emergency medication. They do provide routine transportation. Ms. Lee stated that she only does routine transportation from the public school to the facility. She stated that she does not do morning care for school age children. The following violations were cited today. 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 fire inspection should have been completed by August 4, 2023. The fire inspection was completed December 18, 2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Consultation: Health and Safety training topics, except for Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment and CPR and First Aid trainings, must be completed within the first year of employment. The Recognizing and Responding, CPR, and First Aid trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Then these trainings must be completed every five (5) years after the initial completion, except CPR and First Aid, which must be completed every two (2) years. On February 21, 2024, I emailed you a document regarding required Lead and Asbestos Testing. Ms. Lee confirmed during today’s visit that the email was received and provided information that she plans to enroll in testing. We reviewed all the requirements that must be on file for new staff. We reviewed the materials that must be available for children under three years of age. Rated License -Please be reminded your facility is in cohort two. You will receive a reminder email this summer that will provide information on your preparation year. If you have any questions after receiving the email please contact me. Compliance: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by March 7, 2024. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include in your letter the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. If I have not received the compliance letter by the tenth day, I will contact you, the operator/person in charge to inquire about your progress in correcting the violations and remind you of the date the compliance letter is due. I will contact you by telephone and/or email. If I have not received the letter by the due date, a follow up visit will be made promptly to verify compliance. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions. If you have any further questions or need further assistance you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at pamela.hauser@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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/27/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/27/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license issued April 17, 2020, earned with four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2022. The sanitation inspection was completed on February 22, 2023, with a “superior” classification with fifteen (15) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 4, 2022. A copy will need to be sent to me when the inspection is completed prior to August 4, 2023. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, completing routine tasks, and playing in activity areas. There are no infants enrolled at this time. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 27, 2023. It took the children one (1) minute and thirty (30) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was conducted on May 9, 2023. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Ms. Lee stated that there are no children enrolled that have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation and participate in off premise activities. The white fifteen (15) passenger van, that Ms. Lee stated she uses for transportation, tags expired December 2022. The staff and children’s files were not reviewed today. Ms. Lee has not completed the staff and training worksheet that was sent to her prior to today’s visit. She has until July 31, 2023, to complete the form and submit it to me. A visit will be made to review the staff and children’s files. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2, there were no dolls available for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu posted listed biscuit, applesauce and milk for breakfast today. I observed the children eating cereal and Ms. Lee stated they also had a fruit cup for breakfast. The substitution was not made until I stated the menu did not reflect what the children were eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) 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). A fourteen (14) month old did not have a feeding plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a metal yellow play car that is rusted. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. There was no medical report on file for an employee with a hire date of April 24, 2023. 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. An employee, hired April 24, 2023, had a TB test result dated July 23, 2021. This is older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Seven (7) topics from the bottom portion of the orientation form were not reviewed with the new staff member, hired April 24, 2023. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two (2) of the topics were not covered within the first two (2) weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The white fifteen (15) passenger van tags expired December 2022. .1002(b) 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. An employee hired April 24, 2023, did not have a certificate on file that showed the training was completed. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff, hired February 15, 2022, did not have proof on file of one (1) topic, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, being completed and another topic training was not completed until June 30, 2023, after one (1) year of employment. .1102(a) Technical assistance and other topics discussed during today's visit: 1- The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. 2- Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2508 (e) When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be: (1) offered as a free choice activity; (2) used to meet a developmental goal; (3) limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per day and no more than two and a half hours per week, per child; (4) documented on a cumulative log or activity plan, available for review by a representative of the Division; and (5) usage time periods may be extended for school assigned homework. 3-The white fifteen (15) passenger van can not be used to transport children until all state and federal requirements are met. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by August 10, 2023. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/27/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/27/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license issued April 17, 2020, earned with four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2022. The sanitation inspection was completed on February 22, 2023, with a “superior” classification with fifteen (15) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 4, 2022. A copy will need to be sent to me when the inspection is completed prior to August 4, 2023. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, completing routine tasks, and playing in activity areas. There are no infants enrolled at this time. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 27, 2023. It took the children one (1) minute and thirty (30) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was conducted on May 9, 2023. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Ms. Lee stated that there are no children enrolled that have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation and participate in off premise activities. The white fifteen (15) passenger van, that Ms. Lee stated she uses for transportation, tags expired December 2022. The staff and children’s files were not reviewed today. Ms. Lee has not completed the staff and training worksheet that was sent to her prior to today’s visit. She has until July 31, 2023, to complete the form and submit it to me. A visit will be made to review the staff and children’s files. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2, there were no dolls available for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu posted listed biscuit, applesauce and milk for breakfast today. I observed the children eating cereal and Ms. Lee stated they also had a fruit cup for breakfast. The substitution was not made until I stated the menu did not reflect what the children were eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) 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). A fourteen (14) month old did not have a feeding plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a metal yellow play car that is rusted. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. There was no medical report on file for an employee with a hire date of April 24, 2023. 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. An employee, hired April 24, 2023, had a TB test result dated July 23, 2021. This is older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Seven (7) topics from the bottom portion of the orientation form were not reviewed with the new staff member, hired April 24, 2023. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two (2) of the topics were not covered within the first two (2) weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The white fifteen (15) passenger van tags expired December 2022. .1002(b) 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. An employee hired April 24, 2023, did not have a certificate on file that showed the training was completed. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff, hired February 15, 2022, did not have proof on file of one (1) topic, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, being completed and another topic training was not completed until June 30, 2023, after one (1) year of employment. .1102(a) Technical assistance and other topics discussed during today's visit: 1- The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. 2- Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2508 (e) When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be: (1) offered as a free choice activity; (2) used to meet a developmental goal; (3) limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per day and no more than two and a half hours per week, per child; (4) documented on a cumulative log or activity plan, available for review by a representative of the Division; and (5) usage time periods may be extended for school assigned homework. 3-The white fifteen (15) passenger van can not be used to transport children until all state and federal requirements are met. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by August 10, 2023. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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 .0701 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/27/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/27/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license issued April 17, 2020, earned with four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2022. The sanitation inspection was completed on February 22, 2023, with a “superior” classification with fifteen (15) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 4, 2022. A copy will need to be sent to me when the inspection is completed prior to August 4, 2023. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, completing routine tasks, and playing in activity areas. There are no infants enrolled at this time. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 27, 2023. It took the children one (1) minute and thirty (30) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was conducted on May 9, 2023. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Ms. Lee stated that there are no children enrolled that have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation and participate in off premise activities. The white fifteen (15) passenger van, that Ms. Lee stated she uses for transportation, tags expired December 2022. The staff and children’s files were not reviewed today. Ms. Lee has not completed the staff and training worksheet that was sent to her prior to today’s visit. She has until July 31, 2023, to complete the form and submit it to me. A visit will be made to review the staff and children’s files. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2, there were no dolls available for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu posted listed biscuit, applesauce and milk for breakfast today. I observed the children eating cereal and Ms. Lee stated they also had a fruit cup for breakfast. The substitution was not made until I stated the menu did not reflect what the children were eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) 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). A fourteen (14) month old did not have a feeding plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a metal yellow play car that is rusted. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. There was no medical report on file for an employee with a hire date of April 24, 2023. 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. An employee, hired April 24, 2023, had a TB test result dated July 23, 2021. This is older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Seven (7) topics from the bottom portion of the orientation form were not reviewed with the new staff member, hired April 24, 2023. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two (2) of the topics were not covered within the first two (2) weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The white fifteen (15) passenger van tags expired December 2022. .1002(b) 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. An employee hired April 24, 2023, did not have a certificate on file that showed the training was completed. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff, hired February 15, 2022, did not have proof on file of one (1) topic, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, being completed and another topic training was not completed until June 30, 2023, after one (1) year of employment. .1102(a) Technical assistance and other topics discussed during today's visit: 1- The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. 2- Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2508 (e) When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be: (1) offered as a free choice activity; (2) used to meet a developmental goal; (3) limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per day and no more than two and a half hours per week, per child; (4) documented on a cumulative log or activity plan, available for review by a representative of the Division; and (5) usage time periods may be extended for school assigned homework. 3-The white fifteen (15) passenger van can not be used to transport children until all state and federal requirements are met. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by August 10, 2023. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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 .2508 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/27/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/27/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license issued April 17, 2020, earned with four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2022. The sanitation inspection was completed on February 22, 2023, with a “superior” classification with fifteen (15) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 4, 2022. A copy will need to be sent to me when the inspection is completed prior to August 4, 2023. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, completing routine tasks, and playing in activity areas. There are no infants enrolled at this time. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 27, 2023. It took the children one (1) minute and thirty (30) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was conducted on May 9, 2023. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Ms. Lee stated that there are no children enrolled that have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation and participate in off premise activities. The white fifteen (15) passenger van, that Ms. Lee stated she uses for transportation, tags expired December 2022. The staff and children’s files were not reviewed today. Ms. Lee has not completed the staff and training worksheet that was sent to her prior to today’s visit. She has until July 31, 2023, to complete the form and submit it to me. A visit will be made to review the staff and children’s files. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2, there were no dolls available for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu posted listed biscuit, applesauce and milk for breakfast today. I observed the children eating cereal and Ms. Lee stated they also had a fruit cup for breakfast. The substitution was not made until I stated the menu did not reflect what the children were eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) 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). A fourteen (14) month old did not have a feeding plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a metal yellow play car that is rusted. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. There was no medical report on file for an employee with a hire date of April 24, 2023. 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. An employee, hired April 24, 2023, had a TB test result dated July 23, 2021. This is older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Seven (7) topics from the bottom portion of the orientation form were not reviewed with the new staff member, hired April 24, 2023. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two (2) of the topics were not covered within the first two (2) weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The white fifteen (15) passenger van tags expired December 2022. .1002(b) 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. An employee hired April 24, 2023, did not have a certificate on file that showed the training was completed. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff, hired February 15, 2022, did not have proof on file of one (1) topic, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, being completed and another topic training was not completed until June 30, 2023, after one (1) year of employment. .1102(a) Technical assistance and other topics discussed during today's visit: 1- The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. 2- Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2508 (e) When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be: (1) offered as a free choice activity; (2) used to meet a developmental goal; (3) limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per day and no more than two and a half hours per week, per child; (4) documented on a cumulative log or activity plan, available for review by a representative of the Division; and (5) usage time periods may be extended for school assigned homework. 3-The white fifteen (15) passenger van can not be used to transport children until all state and federal requirements are met. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by August 10, 2023. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: LEE'S LITTLE EXPLORERS CHILD CARE CENTER Facility ID: 79000263 Consultant: SALLY ALLEN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/27/2023 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 7/27/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced An unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted at this child care center to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This visit was conducted by Sally Allen, Child Care Consultant, with Sharon Lee, Owner/Director. Currently this center operates with a Three (3) Star license issued April 17, 2020, earned with four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. Restrictions include first and second shift, children 2 ½ years and younger in rooms with direct exit and meets enhanced space. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on August 9, 2022. The sanitation inspection was completed on February 22, 2023, with a “superior” classification with fifteen (15) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on August 4, 2022. A copy will need to be sent to me when the inspection is completed prior to August 4, 2023. The facility is owned and operated by Sharon Lee as a sole proprietor. Eleven (11) children were present. The children were observed eating breakfast, completing routine tasks, and playing in activity areas. There are no infants enrolled at this time. Fire drill reports and playground inspections were monitored during today's visit. The last fire drill was conducted on June 27, 2023. It took the children one (1) minute and thirty (30) seconds to evacuate. The last emergency drill, a shelter in place drill, was conducted on May 9, 2023. The emergency drills must be conducted every three (3) months. Ms. Lee stated that there are no children enrolled that have emergency medication. The facility does provide routine transportation and participate in off premise activities. The white fifteen (15) passenger van, that Ms. Lee stated she uses for transportation, tags expired December 2022. The staff and children’s files were not reviewed today. Ms. Lee has not completed the staff and training worksheet that was sent to her prior to today’s visit. She has until July 31, 2023, to complete the form and submit it to me. A visit will be made to review the staff and children’s files. The following violations were observed during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 445 For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule. In space 2, there were no dolls available for the toddlers. .0510 (e ) (1)(A-G) 528 Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu posted listed biscuit, applesauce and milk for breakfast today. I observed the children eating cereal and Ms. Lee stated they also had a fruit cup for breakfast. The substitution was not made until I stated the menu did not reflect what the children were eating. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. The screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan. .2508(e)(1-5) 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). A fourteen (14) month old did not have a feeding plan. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a metal yellow play car that is rusted. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 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. There was no medical report on file for an employee with a hire date of April 24, 2023. 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. An employee, hired April 24, 2023, had a TB test result dated July 23, 2021. This is older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Seven (7) topics from the bottom portion of the orientation form were not reviewed with the new staff member, hired April 24, 2023. .1101(a) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two (2) of the topics were not covered within the first two (2) weeks. .1101(a)(b) 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The white fifteen (15) passenger van tags expired December 2022. .1002(b) 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. An employee hired April 24, 2023, did not have a certificate on file that showed the training was completed. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff, hired February 15, 2022, did not have proof on file of one (1) topic, prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, being completed and another topic training was not completed until June 30, 2023, after one (1) year of employment. .1102(a) Technical assistance and other topics discussed during today's visit: 1- The health and safety trainings are required to be completed within the first year of employment, with the exception of Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment, CPR and First Aid training. These three (3) trainings must be completed within ninety (90) days of employment. Following the initial completion of the health and safety trainings they must be completed within the next five years of employment or prior to expiration (CPR and First Aid). There is a training log available on the Division’s website to document the completion of the trainings. All topics must be covered. 2- Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2508 (e) When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be: (1) offered as a free choice activity; (2) used to meet a developmental goal; (3) limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per day and no more than two and a half hours per week, per child; (4) documented on a cumulative log or activity plan, available for review by a representative of the Division; and (5) usage time periods may be extended for school assigned homework. 3-The white fifteen (15) passenger van can not be used to transport children until all state and federal requirements are met. Compliance letter: You must correct the violation found during today's visit immediately. Please send me two (2) letters verifying compliance. The letters must be received by August 10, 2023. Please include in your letter each violation number and how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please include the name of your center and ID number, date, and the title of the person who signs the letter. Please send the letter to: Sally Allen, PO Box 1305, Eden, NC 27289. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Failure to correct these violations in a timely manner may result in an administrative action. Thank you for your time and assistance during today's visit. You may e-mail me at sally.allen@dhhs.nc.gov or call me at 336-580-3782 if you have questions or concerns or you may contact my supervisor, Pam Hauser, at (336) 317-5003. 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
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