10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: TIFFANY REED Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/28/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 1/28/2025 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements and the NC Pre-K program using Child Care Rules Section .3000 pertinent to an Annual Compliance visit, including Health and Safety Training. The previous Annual Compliance visit was completed February 07, 2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 96% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option of having an administrator with at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed October 10, 2024. Fire Classification of Satisfactory completed September 13, 2024. I was greeted by the lead teacher in Space #1. Twenty-three (23) children and three (3) teachers were present upon my arrival. The children had access to blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, creative art, and literacy materials. In Space #1, the children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed molding and cutting playdough at a table, block-building on the carpet, and coloring with markers at a table. At 10:30am, the children cleaned up the materials and transitioned to the outdoor learning environment for outdoor play. In Space #2, children were observed participating in free-choice activities. Children were observed building structures with magnetic tiles, writing on writing pads, playing with toy dinosaurs, and exploring with playdough. The outdoor learning environment was monitored for playground safety requirements. Children were observed chasing their teacher, playing with balls and frisbees, playing with a plastic bowling set, and exploring the stationary equipment. A shaded area was provided for children. A rake, located in a garden within the outdoor learning environment, was accessible to children. Stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The equipment was not wiped down prior to being used by children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. Imran Ali, Administrator, arrived at the facility at 11:45am. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed. Lunch consisted of corn dog nuggets, creamed corn, diced pears, saltine crackers, and milk. Two staff files were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Three children’s records were reviewed, and all documentation was in compliance with applicable child care rules. Program files, including the EPR plan, were reviewed. The most recent fire drill was completed on December 17, 2024. The most recent lockdown drill was completed on December 16, 2024. The most recent outdoor inspection was completed on December 19, 2024. Transportation requirements were monitored and observed in compliance with applicable child care rules. The most recent sanitation and fire inspection reports were received during today’s visit. NC Pre-K requirements were reviewed. The Creative Curriculum was being implemented in the activity plan and classroom activities. The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE) were used for developmental screenings and were placed in the children’s files. Hearing and Vision screenings were documented on the children’s health assessment form. Dental Screenings were placed in the children’s files. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Ali. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. According to the emergency drill log, the most recent fire drill was completed on 12/17/24. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The barrier surrounding the stationary equipment was observed with separated pieces at the back left corner. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In the outdoor learning environment, a rake was stored against the fence in the garden area, and was accessible to children. .0604(a) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the outdoor learning environment, the stationary equipment was observed with puddles of water at the top of the stairs and at the bottom of the slides. The stationary equipment was not checked by the staff and dried off prior to children's use. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection was completed on 12/19/2024. .0605(q) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on February 11, 2025, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Tiffany Reed Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 9939 Fayetteville, NC 28311 tiffany.L.reed@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Childcare ID# 12345678 Facility Specific TA Safe Outdoor Environment A violation was cited today for the condition of the barrier surrounding the stationary equipment. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0601(c), equipment and furnishings shall be sturdy, stable, and free of hazards that may injure children including sharp edges, lead based or peeling paint, rust, loose nails, splinters, protrusions (excluding nuts and bolts on sides of fences), and pinch and crush points. We discussed either repairing or replacing the barrier. Emergency Drill Requirements Violations were cited today for not conducting monthly fire drills. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(t), fire drills shall be practiced monthly and records shall be maintained as required by 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(5). We discussed planning out fire drills on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a fire drill is conducted at least once every thirty days. Playground Inspection Requirements A violation was cited today for not completing monthly playground inspections. According to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), following completion of playground safety training as required by Rule .1102(e) of this Chapter, a monthly playground inspection shall be conducted by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A trained administrator or staff person shall make a record of each inspection using a playground inspection checklist provided by the Division. The checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division. We discussed planning out playground inspections on a calendar for the entire year, to ensure that a playground inspection is completed at least once every thirty days. Reminders Teaching the Whole Child: Supporting the Social-Emotional Wellness of Preschool and School-Aged Children This free course explores the connection between students’ social-emotional development, learning, and wellness with their success in Pre-K and elementary school classrooms. The utility of attending to social-emotional wellness and ranges of typical development is discussed, as well as the impact of trauma on students and how school staff can support children in concrete ways to promote their social-emotional learning (SEL). This course is approved by the Division of Child Development and Early Education for 3 contact hours. For more information about the course, please visit https://bhs.unc.edu/teaching-whole-child-supporting-social-emotional-wellness-preschool-and-elementary-school-aged. Darkness to Light Darkness to Light is a nonprofit organization with a mission to equip and empower adults to build safe environments that protect children from sexual abuse. Darkness to Light’s flagship program, Stewards of Children®, is a trauma and evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. More than 2.2 million adults have been trained using the program. To learn more about child sexual abuse prevention training or to enroll your organization in Darkness to Light’s “Partner in Prevention” program, please visit www.D2L.org/education/partner-in-prevention. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-605-2367 or tiffany.L.reed@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 .0102 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2024 Number Present: 24 Completed Date: 7/25/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance for child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 16,2023 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 97% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option, The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 10, 2024. Fire Classification of satisfactory completed October 5, 2023. Upon my arrival, teacher Lamyra Daughtry greeted me at the door. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, assisted me during today’s visit. In space #1, eleven preschool age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. In space #2, thirteen school age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. Indoor activities included, center play such as puzzles, blocks, and dramatic play. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed after breakfast. Breakfast served were muffins, pears, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed, Administrator before he departed to go on a field trip. L. Daughtry, teacher signed the visit summary she were the person left in charge. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. Fire drills were not recorded, This was corrected during the visit to reflect last fire drill completed June 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Located in the playground area tall weeds/grass growing is under the slide near the back fence. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspection were not completed, last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. This was corrected, the administrator completed monthly inspection during today's visit. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Shelter-in-place and lockdown drills were not recorded. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me . The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Stevens Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Preschool Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #1. Children were responsive to their teacher and the teacher were always aware of their surroundings. Staff engaged in frequent, positive, and interactive language with individual children and groups of children by asking questions, responding to questions, and discussing their activities. I suggest teachers continue to have meaningful conversations and interactions with children. I encourage teachers to give children opportunities to respond to their statements or questions and encourage peer conversations. School Age Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #2. Positive interactions were observed during my observation, the children were engaged with the caregiver. I encouraged them to seek out and try new things. These actions lead to deeper engagement with their environment and more meaningful interactions with those around them. They also promote increased creativity and exploration, which are the building blocks for higher-order thinking. I also encouraged I. Syed to have staff use mealtimes as learning opportunities. Mealtimes can offer opportunities to discuss where food comes from, how food is prepared, or connect concepts such as colors and letters to food. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not recording shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Monthly Playground Inspections: Last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. Monthly playground inspections will need to be completed, once monthly by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. We discussed options for compliance. You can set a reminder on your calendar to complete. For example, the first working day in the month or the last working day in the month. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .0605, for more information regarding the Outdoor Learning Environment. Reminders: Screen Time: Upon my arrival the tv located in the preschool carpeted area were on, however no one was in the area watching. Just as friendly reminder to staff, children 3 years and older in care, screen time shall be used to stimulate a developmental domain; and limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. School-age: School-aged children, screen time shall be offered as a free-choice activity; used to meet a developmental goal; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. DCDEE website and Consultant information: Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: Angela.Stevens@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-308-2537 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2024 Number Present: 24 Completed Date: 7/25/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance for child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 16,2023 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 97% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option, The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 10, 2024. Fire Classification of satisfactory completed October 5, 2023. Upon my arrival, teacher Lamyra Daughtry greeted me at the door. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, assisted me during today’s visit. In space #1, eleven preschool age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. In space #2, thirteen school age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. Indoor activities included, center play such as puzzles, blocks, and dramatic play. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed after breakfast. Breakfast served were muffins, pears, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed, Administrator before he departed to go on a field trip. L. Daughtry, teacher signed the visit summary she were the person left in charge. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. Fire drills were not recorded, This was corrected during the visit to reflect last fire drill completed June 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Located in the playground area tall weeds/grass growing is under the slide near the back fence. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspection were not completed, last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. This was corrected, the administrator completed monthly inspection during today's visit. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Shelter-in-place and lockdown drills were not recorded. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me . The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Stevens Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Preschool Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #1. Children were responsive to their teacher and the teacher were always aware of their surroundings. Staff engaged in frequent, positive, and interactive language with individual children and groups of children by asking questions, responding to questions, and discussing their activities. I suggest teachers continue to have meaningful conversations and interactions with children. I encourage teachers to give children opportunities to respond to their statements or questions and encourage peer conversations. School Age Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #2. Positive interactions were observed during my observation, the children were engaged with the caregiver. I encouraged them to seek out and try new things. These actions lead to deeper engagement with their environment and more meaningful interactions with those around them. They also promote increased creativity and exploration, which are the building blocks for higher-order thinking. I also encouraged I. Syed to have staff use mealtimes as learning opportunities. Mealtimes can offer opportunities to discuss where food comes from, how food is prepared, or connect concepts such as colors and letters to food. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not recording shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Monthly Playground Inspections: Last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. Monthly playground inspections will need to be completed, once monthly by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. We discussed options for compliance. You can set a reminder on your calendar to complete. For example, the first working day in the month or the last working day in the month. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .0605, for more information regarding the Outdoor Learning Environment. Reminders: Screen Time: Upon my arrival the tv located in the preschool carpeted area were on, however no one was in the area watching. Just as friendly reminder to staff, children 3 years and older in care, screen time shall be used to stimulate a developmental domain; and limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. School-age: School-aged children, screen time shall be offered as a free-choice activity; used to meet a developmental goal; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. DCDEE website and Consultant information: Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: Angela.Stevens@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-308-2537 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2024 Number Present: 24 Completed Date: 7/25/2024 Age: From 4 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance for child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced Visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 16,2023 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 97% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued July 8, 2024. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option, The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 10, 2024. Fire Classification of satisfactory completed October 5, 2023. Upon my arrival, teacher Lamyra Daughtry greeted me at the door. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, assisted me during today’s visit. In space #1, eleven preschool age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. In space #2, thirteen school age children were present, and participating in indoor activities. Indoor activities included, center play such as puzzles, blocks, and dramatic play. Routine care and handwashing practices were observed after breakfast. Breakfast served were muffins, pears, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed, Administrator before he departed to go on a field trip. L. Daughtry, teacher signed the visit summary she were the person left in charge. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. Fire drills were not recorded, This was corrected during the visit to reflect last fire drill completed June 29, 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Located in the playground area tall weeds/grass growing is under the slide near the back fence. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Monthly playground inspection were not completed, last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. This was corrected, the administrator completed monthly inspection during today's visit. .0605(q) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Shelter-in-place and lockdown drills were not recorded. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me . The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Stevens Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Preschool Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #1. Children were responsive to their teacher and the teacher were always aware of their surroundings. Staff engaged in frequent, positive, and interactive language with individual children and groups of children by asking questions, responding to questions, and discussing their activities. I suggest teachers continue to have meaningful conversations and interactions with children. I encourage teachers to give children opportunities to respond to their statements or questions and encourage peer conversations. School Age Observation: I discussed with I. Syed the results of my observations conducted in Space #2. Positive interactions were observed during my observation, the children were engaged with the caregiver. I encouraged them to seek out and try new things. These actions lead to deeper engagement with their environment and more meaningful interactions with those around them. They also promote increased creativity and exploration, which are the building blocks for higher-order thinking. I also encouraged I. Syed to have staff use mealtimes as learning opportunities. Mealtimes can offer opportunities to discuss where food comes from, how food is prepared, or connect concepts such as colors and letters to food. Shelter-in-place and/or lockdown drills: A violation was cited for not recording shelter-in-place and lockdown drills every three months. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill documented were March 7, 2024. This was corrected during the visit to reflect last shelter in place completed June 29, 2024. To maintain a safe and healthy environment, a shelter-in-place or lockdown drill shall be conducted every three months. Refer to child care rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102. We discussed strategies of putting the month (every three months) on the fire drill documentation log and scheduling drills on a calendar. Monthly Playground Inspections: Last documented inspection were completed May 30, 2024. Monthly playground inspections will need to be completed, once monthly by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. We discussed options for compliance. You can set a reminder on your calendar to complete. For example, the first working day in the month or the last working day in the month. Refer to Child Care Rules 10A NCAC 09 .0605, for more information regarding the Outdoor Learning Environment. Reminders: Screen Time: Upon my arrival the tv located in the preschool carpeted area were on, however no one was in the area watching. Just as friendly reminder to staff, children 3 years and older in care, screen time shall be used to stimulate a developmental domain; and limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. School-age: School-aged children, screen time shall be offered as a free-choice activity; used to meet a developmental goal; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and shall be documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative: The DCDEE has a new initiative – Natural Outdoor Learning Initiative. Through this initiative, we hope to: increase knowledge and confidence for everyone in developing and implementing best practices to support the creation, programming, and safe use of naturalized outdoor spaces in child care facilities. You can learn more by visiting the NLI website, where you will also find many resources, including an updated Toolkit designed to help you enhance your outdoor learning environment. The downloadable NLI Toolkit is available at: https://naturalearning.org/preschool-outdoor-toolkit. DCDEE website and Consultant information: Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest child care updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: Angela.Stevens@dhhs.nc.gov or 910-308-2537 if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. 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 09.0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 5/8/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: ERS Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Environmental Rating Scale visit (ERS). The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 7,2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 98% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued February 6, 2020. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option, administrator has completed a business training course at least 30 clock hours. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 10, 2024. Fire Classification of satisfactory completed October 5, 2023. The Environmental Rating Scale observations were completed as follows: The ECERS-R observation completed on 4-18-2024 had a score of 5.44 points. The report was completed on April 26, 2024. Upon my arrival, teacher ,Lamyra Daughtry, greeted me at the door. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, arrived later and assisted me during today’s visit. A group of children were participating in center time. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were responsive to the teachers as they asked open-ended questions. Children moved freely about the space. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Outdoors, there was a climber with two slides on mulch. The mulch at the steps and exits of the slides measured between 1 inch and 2 inches deep, rather than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 22, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me . The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Stevens Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation Rated License Assessment: An Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License were completed and received March 13, 2024. Education Standards: Seven (7) points Administrator – Seven (7) points Program Coordinator – Seven (7) Lead Teacher – seven (7) points Teacher – Seven (7) Group Leader – Seven (7) Program Standards: Two (2) points- The facility meets requirements in Rule .2817. The facility is meeting enhanced space and staff/child ratio. The ERS scores are not being used as part of the rated license since only the NCPK classroom was assessed. Quality Point: One (1) point -Education Option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. Total Points: Ten (10) Based on the information provided, the facility will earn Ten (10) points and will maintain a Four-star license. The completed packet will be submitted for review and processing. A new license will be mailed directly to you and must be posted upon receipt. Mail the old license (original) to me. TA: Surfacing: Outdoors, there was a climber with two slides on mulch. The mulch at the steps and exits of the slides measured between 1 inch and 2 inches deep, rather than 6 inches. Refer to childcare rule 10A NCAC 09.0605(k)(1-4) and the document, NCRLAP's Requirements for Gross Motor Space and Equipment, for more information. I recommend that you add additional mulch at the steps and exits of the slides. DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: ANGELA STEVENS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2024 Number Present: 17 Completed Date: 5/8/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: ERS Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to an Environmental Rating Scale visit (ERS). The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 7,2024 and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 98% which is at or above 75%, as required by North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(c-d). This program currently operates with a Four-Star License issued February 6, 2020. The License was based on the program earning 7 points in education standards, 2 points in program standards, and one quality point by choosing to meet a programmatic option, administrator has completed a business training course at least 30 clock hours. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of superior completed January 10, 2024. Fire Classification of satisfactory completed October 5, 2023. The Environmental Rating Scale observations were completed as follows: The ECERS-R observation completed on 4-18-2024 had a score of 5.44 points. The report was completed on April 26, 2024. Upon my arrival, teacher ,Lamyra Daughtry, greeted me at the door. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, arrived later and assisted me during today’s visit. A group of children were participating in center time. Children were engaged in classroom activities and were responsive to the teachers as they asked open-ended questions. Children moved freely about the space. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed. The following violation(s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Outdoors, there was a climber with two slides on mulch. The mulch at the steps and exits of the slides measured between 1 inch and 2 inches deep, rather than 6 inches. .0605(k)(1-4) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on May 22, 2024, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me . The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Angela Stevens Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 25126 Fayetteville, NC 28314 angela.stevens@dhhs.nc.gov Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Facility Specific TA/Consultation Rated License Assessment: An Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License were completed and received March 13, 2024. Education Standards: Seven (7) points Administrator – Seven (7) points Program Coordinator – Seven (7) Lead Teacher – seven (7) points Teacher – Seven (7) Group Leader – Seven (7) Program Standards: Two (2) points- The facility meets requirements in Rule .2817. The facility is meeting enhanced space and staff/child ratio. The ERS scores are not being used as part of the rated license since only the NCPK classroom was assessed. Quality Point: One (1) point -Education Option: The child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. Total Points: Ten (10) Based on the information provided, the facility will earn Ten (10) points and will maintain a Four-star license. The completed packet will be submitted for review and processing. A new license will be mailed directly to you and must be posted upon receipt. Mail the old license (original) to me. TA: Surfacing: Outdoors, there was a climber with two slides on mulch. The mulch at the steps and exits of the slides measured between 1 inch and 2 inches deep, rather than 6 inches. Refer to childcare rule 10A NCAC 09.0605(k)(1-4) and the document, NCRLAP's Requirements for Gross Motor Space and Equipment, for more information. I recommend that you add additional mulch at the steps and exits of the slides. DCDEE Website/Consultant Contact Information Please visit DCDEE’s website for the latest childcare updates at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If you have questions, please contact me at: 910-308-2537 or angela.stevens@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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: JENNIFER STRICKLAND Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 7/25/2023 Age: From 3 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 2, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 98%. This program currently operates with a Four (4) -Star License issued February 6, 2020. The License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet a Programmatic Options: administrator has completed a business training course at least 30 clock hours. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed December 9, 2022. Fire Classification of Approve for daytime care only completed October 7, 2022. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Maleka Brodnax and Lamyra Daughtry, Teachers. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, came in later and introduced himself. I observed the indoor and outdoor areas unaccompanied by a staff member. In space #1, children were engaged in classroom activities and were responsive to the teacher. Children played on the carpet with blocks building towers, and houses. Other children played at the table with Legos. There are plenty of materials available to children. The teacher monitored the children however her interaction was limited to redirection of behavior. In space #2, children were observed playing with magna tiles, coloring, working together making yarn picture. Children talked among themselves and exchanged ideas. The teacher walked around and ask a combination of closed and open-ended questions to keep them engaged. A variety of materials are accessible to children for them to choose their activities. Outdoors, children were climbing up and going down a small slide. Children were running chasing each other playing tag. Breakfast served today was blueberry muffins, pineapple, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed. The following violation (s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In the outdoor play area accessible to children, a hole 55 inches by 80 inches dug out in front of the stationary play structure, exposing black plastic is a potential tripping hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin. Tall Grass was present growing in and around playground were children in care play. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2023, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Strickland Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 641 Fayetteville, NC 28302 jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Grass: A violation was cited today for tall grass on the playground area accessible to children in care. Tall grass/weeds are potential breeding grounds for animals and vermin. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 15A NCAC 18A. 2831(i). as well as .2822 of the Sanitation Rules. Safe indoor and outdoor: Hole in front of the stationary play structure is a potential tripping hazard. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 I discussed with Ms. Syed the results from classroom observations conducted during today’s visit. I observed the indoor and outdoor space from 9:00 am-10:20 am. Observation Suggestions: Space #1, Stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Space #2, Continue to engage children in activities and give praise and guidance when needed. Continue to encourage children to engage with one another when appropriate to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another completing tasks. Information on toxic plants was shared with I Syed. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Visit the DCDEE website (https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. Please feel free to contact me at jennifer.a.strickland @dhhs.nc.gov or 910- 882-2378 if you have any questions or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: JENNIFER STRICKLAND Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 7/25/2023 Age: From 3 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 2, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 98%. This program currently operates with a Four (4) -Star License issued February 6, 2020. The License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet a Programmatic Options: administrator has completed a business training course at least 30 clock hours. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed December 9, 2022. Fire Classification of Approve for daytime care only completed October 7, 2022. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Maleka Brodnax and Lamyra Daughtry, Teachers. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, came in later and introduced himself. I observed the indoor and outdoor areas unaccompanied by a staff member. In space #1, children were engaged in classroom activities and were responsive to the teacher. Children played on the carpet with blocks building towers, and houses. Other children played at the table with Legos. There are plenty of materials available to children. The teacher monitored the children however her interaction was limited to redirection of behavior. In space #2, children were observed playing with magna tiles, coloring, working together making yarn picture. Children talked among themselves and exchanged ideas. The teacher walked around and ask a combination of closed and open-ended questions to keep them engaged. A variety of materials are accessible to children for them to choose their activities. Outdoors, children were climbing up and going down a small slide. Children were running chasing each other playing tag. Breakfast served today was blueberry muffins, pineapple, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed. The following violation (s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In the outdoor play area accessible to children, a hole 55 inches by 80 inches dug out in front of the stationary play structure, exposing black plastic is a potential tripping hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin. Tall Grass was present growing in and around playground were children in care play. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2023, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Strickland Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 641 Fayetteville, NC 28302 jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Grass: A violation was cited today for tall grass on the playground area accessible to children in care. Tall grass/weeds are potential breeding grounds for animals and vermin. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 15A NCAC 18A. 2831(i). as well as .2822 of the Sanitation Rules. Safe indoor and outdoor: Hole in front of the stationary play structure is a potential tripping hazard. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 I discussed with Ms. Syed the results from classroom observations conducted during today’s visit. I observed the indoor and outdoor space from 9:00 am-10:20 am. Observation Suggestions: Space #1, Stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Space #2, Continue to engage children in activities and give praise and guidance when needed. Continue to encourage children to engage with one another when appropriate to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another completing tasks. Information on toxic plants was shared with I Syed. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Visit the DCDEE website (https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. Please feel free to contact me at jennifer.a.strickland @dhhs.nc.gov or 910- 882-2378 if you have any questions or concerns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL Facility ID: 26000189 Consultant: JENNIFER STRICKLAND Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2023 Number Present: 19 Completed Date: 7/25/2023 Age: From 3 To 11 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to a Routine Unannounced visit. The previous Annual Compliance Visit was completed February 2, 2023, and prior to today’s visit, the eighteen-month compliance history score was at 98%. This program currently operates with a Four (4) -Star License issued February 6, 2020. The License was based on the program earning seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point by choosing to meet a Programmatic Options: administrator has completed a business training course at least 30 clock hours. The information on record with DCDEE was verified as correct and the owner’s corporation status was verified on the Secretary of State’s website as current-active. Current Inspections are as follows: Sanitation Classification of Superior completed December 9, 2022. Fire Classification of Approve for daytime care only completed October 7, 2022. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Maleka Brodnax and Lamyra Daughtry, Teachers. Imran Ali Syed, Administrator, came in later and introduced himself. I observed the indoor and outdoor areas unaccompanied by a staff member. In space #1, children were engaged in classroom activities and were responsive to the teacher. Children played on the carpet with blocks building towers, and houses. Other children played at the table with Legos. There are plenty of materials available to children. The teacher monitored the children however her interaction was limited to redirection of behavior. In space #2, children were observed playing with magna tiles, coloring, working together making yarn picture. Children talked among themselves and exchanged ideas. The teacher walked around and ask a combination of closed and open-ended questions to keep them engaged. A variety of materials are accessible to children for them to choose their activities. Outdoors, children were climbing up and going down a small slide. Children were running chasing each other playing tag. Breakfast served today was blueberry muffins, pineapple, and milk. At the completion of the visit, the Visit Summary was reviewed with I. Syed. The following violation (s) were observed. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In the outdoor play area accessible to children, a hole 55 inches by 80 inches dug out in front of the stationary play structure, exposing black plastic is a potential tripping hazard. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 808 The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin. Tall Grass was present growing in and around playground were children in care play. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Violations observed and documented today may impact the compliance history score. The violations observed and documented today must be corrected immediately. Additionally, by 5:00pm on August 8, 2023, you must submit a written, dated, and signed statement to me. The statement must describe accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. If the letter states that corrections have been made when they have not, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. If you email the compliance letter, you must include a signature block, which contains your name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Mail or email the information to: Jennifer Strickland Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 641 Fayetteville, NC 28302 jennifer.a.strickland@dhhs.nc.gov Facility Specific TA/Consultation/Reminders: Grass: A violation was cited today for tall grass on the playground area accessible to children in care. Tall grass/weeds are potential breeding grounds for animals and vermin. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 15A NCAC 18A. 2831(i). as well as .2822 of the Sanitation Rules. Safe indoor and outdoor: Hole in front of the stationary play structure is a potential tripping hazard. Refer to NC Childcare Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 I discussed with Ms. Syed the results from classroom observations conducted during today’s visit. I observed the indoor and outdoor space from 9:00 am-10:20 am. Observation Suggestions: Space #1, Stay actively involved with children. Expand on their experiences by offering verbal and nonverbal support when necessary. For example, play alongside a child, model how to use a material, balance teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Space #2, Continue to engage children in activities and give praise and guidance when needed. Continue to encourage children to engage with one another when appropriate to work together, to talk and listen, and to assist one another completing tasks. Information on toxic plants was shared with I Syed. DCDEE Website/ Child Care Consultant Contact Information Visit the DCDEE website (https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov) for updated requirements, forms, and other pertinent information. Please feel free to contact me at jennifer.a.strickland @dhhs.nc.gov or 910- 882-2378 if you have any questions or concerns. 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