Kids R US 2 Preschool AND Childcare Center, LLC

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/8/2026 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 5/8/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director, N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during center activities, teacher directed activities, and completing routine care task. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. ** License Status The facility is currently operating with a four-star license issued on December 29, 2021. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed July 16, 2025, and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 8 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on February 25, 2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted on April 6, 2026, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on April 6, 2026, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on May 1, 2026. Prior to today’s visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed that the owner of this facility is listed current/active. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs, program records and transportation. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The plastic dome attached to the play structure was broken leaving jagged edges exposed to the exterior of the equipment. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) The compliance letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future, If the compliance letter is not received by May 22, 2026, a return visit will be made to the child care center. Please send this to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Technical Assistance/ Consultation: During today’s visit, I observed on the playground designated for preschool and pre-kindergarten children the plastic dome attached to the play structure was broken leaving jagged edges exposed to the exterior of the equipment. Cardboard had been placed on the inside of the dome as temporary covering; however, the damaged area remains a potential safety hazard for children. The play structure must be repaired or removed to ensure the equipment is maintained in safe condition and free from hazards that could cause injury to children. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov. You can also contact Licensing Supervisor, Teraesa Leak at 919-971-7765 or by email at Teraesa.Leak@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: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TERAESA LEAK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. It was picture day at the facility today, so the children were observed having their pictures taken and during outdoor play and free play. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. License Status: The facility currently operates with a 4 star rated license issued on December 29, 2021. Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed on August 6, 2024 and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 8 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on March 26, 2024. A copy of the report was obtained during today’s visit. The last documented fire drill was conducted on October 9, 2024, the last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on October 19, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on October 1, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. There are currently no infants enrolled so safe sleep logs were not monitored. The facility uses two (2) vehicles, a 2019 Ford van (JAE-5235) and a 2014 Chevrolet bus (HFW-4442), to transport school-aged children to and from several local elementary schools. Transportation logs and requirements were monitored. I observed current registration and insurance located in each vehicle. I also reviewed a sample of children’s records, all staff files and all applicable program records. Any item not in compliance is documented in the violations section below. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 94%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space designated for three year old's, the posted activity plan was dated for October 21-25, 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During today's visit, the kitchen door was unlocked, making the kitchen accessible to children. In addition, a bottle of Tide anti-bacterial spray was stored in an unlocked glove box on the van used to transport children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent and/or guardian. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By November 13, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Teraesa Leak, Licensing Supervisor PO Box 40493 Raleigh, NC 27629 Technical Assistance/ Consultation: While no violation was documented during today’s visit, I stated to Ms. Birden that I observed a full breakfast from a local eatery located in one of the classrooms. The classroom was not currently in use due to the teacher being away, however I stated that all outside meals and beverages must be consumed in the breakroom. Failure to model appropriate eating behaviors could result in a violation of Child Care Rule .0901(j). North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. ABCMS allows administrators to see the real-time background check status of staff members, run printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits, and see new background check applicants and add to the staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal training in Moodle. It is a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I can be reached at 919-971-7765 or by email at Teraesa.Leak@dhhs.nc.gov. You will be notified once your consultant returns. 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 .0801 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TERAESA LEAK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. It was picture day at the facility today, so the children were observed having their pictures taken and during outdoor play and free play. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. License Status: The facility currently operates with a 4 star rated license issued on December 29, 2021. Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed on August 6, 2024 and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 8 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on March 26, 2024. A copy of the report was obtained during today’s visit. The last documented fire drill was conducted on October 9, 2024, the last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on October 19, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on October 1, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. There are currently no infants enrolled so safe sleep logs were not monitored. The facility uses two (2) vehicles, a 2019 Ford van (JAE-5235) and a 2014 Chevrolet bus (HFW-4442), to transport school-aged children to and from several local elementary schools. Transportation logs and requirements were monitored. I observed current registration and insurance located in each vehicle. I also reviewed a sample of children’s records, all staff files and all applicable program records. Any item not in compliance is documented in the violations section below. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 94%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space designated for three year old's, the posted activity plan was dated for October 21-25, 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During today's visit, the kitchen door was unlocked, making the kitchen accessible to children. In addition, a bottle of Tide anti-bacterial spray was stored in an unlocked glove box on the van used to transport children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent and/or guardian. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By November 13, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Teraesa Leak, Licensing Supervisor PO Box 40493 Raleigh, NC 27629 Technical Assistance/ Consultation: While no violation was documented during today’s visit, I stated to Ms. Birden that I observed a full breakfast from a local eatery located in one of the classrooms. The classroom was not currently in use due to the teacher being away, however I stated that all outside meals and beverages must be consumed in the breakroom. Failure to model appropriate eating behaviors could result in a violation of Child Care Rule .0901(j). North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. ABCMS allows administrators to see the real-time background check status of staff members, run printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits, and see new background check applicants and add to the staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal training in Moodle. It is a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I can be reached at 919-971-7765 or by email at Teraesa.Leak@dhhs.nc.gov. You will be notified once your consultant returns. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TERAESA LEAK Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/30/2024 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/30/2024 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 130 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. It was picture day at the facility today, so the children were observed having their pictures taken and during outdoor play and free play. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. License Status: The facility currently operates with a 4 star rated license issued on December 29, 2021. Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed on August 6, 2024 and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 8 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on March 26, 2024. A copy of the report was obtained during today’s visit. The last documented fire drill was conducted on October 9, 2024, the last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted on October 19, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on October 1, 2024. During today’s visit, a full assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. I observed all required postings and attendance logs. There are currently no infants enrolled so safe sleep logs were not monitored. The facility uses two (2) vehicles, a 2019 Ford van (JAE-5235) and a 2014 Chevrolet bus (HFW-4442), to transport school-aged children to and from several local elementary schools. Transportation logs and requirements were monitored. I observed current registration and insurance located in each vehicle. I also reviewed a sample of children’s records, all staff files and all applicable program records. Any item not in compliance is documented in the violations section below. Prior to today’s visit, the 18-month compliance history for this facility was 94%. The following violations were cited during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the space designated for three year old's, the posted activity plan was dated for October 21-25, 2024. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During today's visit, the kitchen door was unlocked, making the kitchen accessible to children. In addition, a bottle of Tide anti-bacterial spray was stored in an unlocked glove box on the van used to transport children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1303 Application was not signed by the parent. The application for one enrolled child was not signed by a parent and/or guardian. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) All violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due to me within two (2) weeks of today’s visit. By November 13, 2024, please send me a letter addressing each violation, how the violations were corrected, and how compliance will be maintained in the future. In your letter, be sure to include your facility name, facility ID number and each item number for the violation cited. You may submit the letter to me electronically at teraesa.leak@dhhs.nc.gov. If you elect to mail your letter, please ensure that you allow sufficient time so that the letter reaches me on time. My mailing address is: Teraesa Leak, Licensing Supervisor PO Box 40493 Raleigh, NC 27629 Technical Assistance/ Consultation: While no violation was documented during today’s visit, I stated to Ms. Birden that I observed a full breakfast from a local eatery located in one of the classrooms. The classroom was not currently in use due to the teacher being away, however I stated that all outside meals and beverages must be consumed in the breakroom. Failure to model appropriate eating behaviors could result in a violation of Child Care Rule .0901(j). North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. ABCMS allows administrators to see the real-time background check status of staff members, run printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits, and see new background check applicants and add to the staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal training in Moodle. It is a video tutorial followed by a few questions. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I can be reached at 919-971-7765 or by email at Teraesa.Leak@dhhs.nc.gov. You will be notified once your consultant returns. 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: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/27/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/27/2024 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director, N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during center activities, teacher directed activities, and completing routine care task. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. ** License Status The facility is currently operating with a four-star license issued on December 12, 2021. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed December 19,2023 and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 9 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on March 26, 2024. The last documented fire drill was conducted on June 26, 2024, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on April 26, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on June 3, 2024. Prior to today’s visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed that the owner of this facility is listed current/active. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs, program records and transportation. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. .2508(e)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Several Ant hills were observed on the playground designated for preschool children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was missing from the outlet located in the classroom designated for school age children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The compliance letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future, If the compliance letter is not received by July 11, 2024, a return visit will be made to the child care center. Please send this to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Technical Assistance/ Consultation: During today’s visit, I observed in the classroom designated for school age children that they were watching an animated program on the television. I asked the caregiver if she have the screen time documented on a cumulative log or activity plan. The caregiver stated that she did not. As a reminder, screen time should be documented. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@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: KIDS R US 2 PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC Facility ID: 96000606 Consultant: TAMEKA JOHNSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/27/2024 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/27/2024 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 45 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 10:00 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 applicable child care requirements during your routine unannounced visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by the director, N. Burden. I was unaccompanied as I completed a general walkthrough of the indoor environment which consisted of six (6) classrooms, kitchen and the outdoor environment. The children were observed during center activities, teacher directed activities, and completing routine care task. Today’s meal was in compliance with the Meal Patterns. ** License Status The facility is currently operating with a four-star license issued on December 12, 2021. ** Annual Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was completed December 19,2023 and received a ‘Superior’ classification with 9 demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on March 26, 2024. The last documented fire drill was conducted on June 26, 2024, the last documented lockdown drill was completed on April 26, 2024, and the last documented playground inspection was completed on June 3, 2024. Prior to today’s visit I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed that the owner of this facility is listed current/active. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of Child Care Requirements was conducted. The monitoring included: supervision of children, staff/child ratio, storage of hazardous substances, storage of medicine, adequate/ approved space, posted license, license restrictions, attendance logs, program records and transportation. The following violations were observed, documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 539 When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Screen time was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. .2508(e)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Several Ant hills were observed on the playground designated for preschool children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet cover was missing from the outlet located in the classroom designated for school age children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The compliance letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected and how it will be maintained in the future, If the compliance letter is not received by July 11, 2024, a return visit will be made to the child care center. Please send this to tameka.b.johnson@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following: Facility name Facility ID number Each item number Technical Assistance/ Consultation: During today’s visit, I observed in the classroom designated for school age children that they were watching an animated program on the television. I asked the caregiver if she have the screen time documented on a cumulative log or activity plan. The caregiver stated that she did not. As a reminder, screen time should be documented. Please continue to visit the DCDEE website for the latest information and updates. If I can be of any assistance, I can be reached at 252-326-1867 or by email tameka.b.johnson@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