Bright Minds Preschool

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: BRIGHT MINDS PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 41002454 Consultant: VACANT TEAM 7 Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 6/12/2025 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Jen Jones, Consultant accompanied me during this visit. Brittnie Johnson, Director/Lead Teacher assisted us with the visit. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was nighty nine percent as of 06/11/2025. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. A walk-through of the facility was completed today. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, transitions and personal care routines. The caregiver was interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. Fire and sanitation inspections remain current. One violation was observed today. The violation was corrected during the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A small mop bucket with water was located in the kitchen. The bucket that had water inside was removed. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) A small mop bucket with water was in the kitchen area. The provider removed this hazard. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the implementation of Child Care Rules. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have any questions or if I may be of further assistance, please contact me at 743-241-0126 or by email at elizabeth.childress@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

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BRIGHT MINDS PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 41002454 Consultant: SHERRY PROCTOR Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/18/2024 Number Present: 7 Completed Date: 12/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 4 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM 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 for compliance during an annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. This center located in a residence currently operates with a Three Star license issued on August 2, 2023. Upon arrival at the facility, I was greeted by the owner/lead teacher, Ms. Brittanie Johnson, and she assisted me during my visit today. During today’s visit, I observed the children during a group activity, cleaning up and outdoor time. Seven children were present during today’s visit. The children were making Kwanza Flags during their group activity. The children transitioned to outdoor play. The center has many activities and materials for children. The playground is fenced in and has many outdoor toys and plenty of room for vigorous play. A sanitation inspection was conducted on April 18, 2024 and received a superior rating. An approved fire inspection was conducted on January 17, 2024. Monthly playground and fire drills have been conducted and documentation was available for review. Quarterly disaster drills have also been documented. Staff and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. Your signature on these forms serves as verification the information provided is accurate and complete. During today's visit, one violation was cited. Violation Number Comment Rule 1803 An individual over the age of 15, who resides in a family child care home or a center located in a residence on a permanent or temporary basis, or those who had their 16th birthday after the initial licensing of a family child care home; did not complete and submit required forms within five business days. The owners daughter turned 16 years of age on April 1, 2024. She does not have a CBC Qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(q) Child Care facilities must maintain compliance with applicable childcare requirements at all times. In order to maintain compliance with North Carolina childcare laws and rules, the above violations must be corrected immediately. Please email me with the appointment date for your daughter to be fingerprinted for her CBC Qualification Letter. I received your email with the date she is to be fingerprinted. She has an appointment on December 23, 2024. Reminder: Request her fingerprints to be scanned digitally. Also, take the forms she completed online through the DCDEE website with her to the police department. I will check December 30, 2024, to see if her fingerprints have been reviewed. For the latest information on childcare rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact me. 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