Dawnsha'S Loving Childcare Center

10A NCAC 09 .2204 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 03:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to verify correction of violations documented during the 3/18/2026 temporary time period visit. Children throughout the classroom spaces were observed eating lunch. Lunch included chicken alfredo, broccoli, mixed fruit and milk. Later children were observed resting on linen covered cots. The following violations documented during the 3/18/26 visit were monitored for compliance during this visit: 1756- Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. This is a violation of a requirement in 10A NCAC 09 .2818. During today’s visit in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. As stated in the 8/19/2024 visit summary, all violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter verifying this must be received by the established due date. I received a compliance letter from you during today’s visit, you stated the violation was corrected by separating the classroom spaces. Today a repeat violation of staff/child ratio was documented. Repeat violations demonstrate a pattern of noncompliance and may result in an administrative action per Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2204(6). You will be notified in writing of any action taken. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Today in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 8, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant PO BOX 3187 Greenville, NC 27836 Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Staff/Child Ratio: Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today two staff in classroom space #2 were caring for fourteen children one to two years of age. This is a repeated violation from the temporary time period visit completed on March 18, 2026. When prompted you moved two children to classroom space #3. Today we reviewed the staff-child ratio classroom sheet, enrollment and space requirements for each classroom space. We discussed posting the number of children present in each classroom space and retraining staff on staff/child ratios. A plan must be put into place to ensure the required number of staff are available to care for the children enrolled, including substitute staff in the event of an emergency. Additional Comments: Today you provided the QRIS Staff Information and Education worksheet. We discussed you and four staff, are awaiting education evaluations in DCDEE WORKS. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 03:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to verify correction of violations documented during the 3/18/2026 temporary time period visit. Children throughout the classroom spaces were observed eating lunch. Lunch included chicken alfredo, broccoli, mixed fruit and milk. Later children were observed resting on linen covered cots. The following violations documented during the 3/18/26 visit were monitored for compliance during this visit: 1756- Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. This is a violation of a requirement in 10A NCAC 09 .2818. During today’s visit in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. As stated in the 8/19/2024 visit summary, all violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter verifying this must be received by the established due date. I received a compliance letter from you during today’s visit, you stated the violation was corrected by separating the classroom spaces. Today a repeat violation of staff/child ratio was documented. Repeat violations demonstrate a pattern of noncompliance and may result in an administrative action per Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2204(6). You will be notified in writing of any action taken. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Today in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 8, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant PO BOX 3187 Greenville, NC 27836 Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Staff/Child Ratio: Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today two staff in classroom space #2 were caring for fourteen children one to two years of age. This is a repeated violation from the temporary time period visit completed on March 18, 2026. When prompted you moved two children to classroom space #3. Today we reviewed the staff-child ratio classroom sheet, enrollment and space requirements for each classroom space. We discussed posting the number of children present in each classroom space and retraining staff on staff/child ratios. A plan must be put into place to ensure the required number of staff are available to care for the children enrolled, including substitute staff in the event of an emergency. Additional Comments: Today you provided the QRIS Staff Information and Education worksheet. We discussed you and four staff, are awaiting education evaluations in DCDEE WORKS. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2026 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 3/25/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 11:05 AM Time Out: 03:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to verify correction of violations documented during the 3/18/2026 temporary time period visit. Children throughout the classroom spaces were observed eating lunch. Lunch included chicken alfredo, broccoli, mixed fruit and milk. Later children were observed resting on linen covered cots. The following violations documented during the 3/18/26 visit were monitored for compliance during this visit: 1756- Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. This is a violation of a requirement in 10A NCAC 09 .2818. During today’s visit in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. As stated in the 8/19/2024 visit summary, all violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter verifying this must be received by the established due date. I received a compliance letter from you during today’s visit, you stated the violation was corrected by separating the classroom spaces. Today a repeat violation of staff/child ratio was documented. Repeat violations demonstrate a pattern of noncompliance and may result in an administrative action per Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .2204(6). You will be notified in writing of any action taken. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. Today in classroom space #2 two staff members cared for fourteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 8, 2026. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant PO BOX 3187 Greenville, NC 27836 Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Staff/Child Ratio: Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today two staff in classroom space #2 were caring for fourteen children one to two years of age. This is a repeated violation from the temporary time period visit completed on March 18, 2026. When prompted you moved two children to classroom space #3. Today we reviewed the staff-child ratio classroom sheet, enrollment and space requirements for each classroom space. We discussed posting the number of children present in each classroom space and retraining staff on staff/child ratios. A plan must be put into place to ensure the required number of staff are available to care for the children enrolled, including substitute staff in the event of an emergency. Additional Comments: Today you provided the QRIS Staff Information and Education worksheet. We discussed you and four staff, are awaiting education evaluations in DCDEE WORKS. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/18/2026 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 3/18/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit. Jennifer Bradshaw Garrett, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 16, 2026, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I visited indoor and outdoor learning environments , but a full assessment was not completed for each space. The facility was assessed for supervision, staff/child ratio, and health and safety requirements. Children were observed engaged in personal care routines, free play in designated learning areas, and transitioning from outdoor play. Lunch was observed and included beef macaroni and cheese, corn, fruit cocktail and milk. Program records, including fire drills and monthly outdoor area inspections were complete and current. Compliance History - The compliance history for this facility prior to today’s visit is 89%. The violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score and must be corrected immediately. 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. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Stored in a basket with food, was a Chanel #5 perfume. The basket was stored above five feet on top of the cubbies. In a child's backpack stored below five feet in the cubbies in the hallway as a tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. .2820(b) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have a medical report on file prior to or at hire. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 1, 2026, you must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Items- Intentional planning of the environment ensures a safe environment has been created which prevents and reduces injuries to young children. Items that require locked storage were improperly stored and are as follows: In classroom space #1 there was Chanel #5 perfume stored in a container with food on top of the children’s cubbies. When this was brought to staff attention they discarded the perfume. Items that require storage at five feet above the finished floor were improperly stored and are as follows: In a child’s backpack stored in a cubby below five feet in the hallway was tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. You removed the ointment and placed it in locked storage in the office. You inquired about adding a locked box on the wall in classroom spaces #1 and #2. We discussed that the lock box would need to be placed above five feet so that it is inaccessible to the children. Staff Records - The health and safety of children requires that information regarding each staff working with the children be kept and available when needed. Staff records consist of various documentation to include health information. During the visit today one staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have medical report on file or available for review. You shared that the staff stated the doctor was supposed to be emailing the staff a copy of the report. It is important that this information is received at or prior to hire. Require the documents prior to proceeding with the hiring process. Staff/Child Ratio- Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today children enrolled in classroom space #3 were being cared for with the children in classroom space #2. There were fifteen children one to two years of age being cared for in classroom space #2. We shared with you the requirements when grouping children. You moved the children enrolled in classroom space #3 to their designated classroom space when we brought this to your attention. You have the required number of staff to meet staff/child ratio for each classroom space. You stated that one staff is a new teacher and you did not want to place that teacher in the space alone with children. Pair new staff with experienced staff. Rated License: You submitted an Application for Assessment for a Rated License you submitted on March 12, 2026. Today you provided me with an updated Application for a Rated License Assessment. You indicated you are applying for the 4-Star level of Pathway 2- Classroom and Instruction Quality. I reviewed your family and community engagement standards and verified you are meeting minimum requirements and have a plan to meet three additional choices, one from each category of engagement. I reviewed the facility continuous quality improvement plan, and you have identified a goal for the facility. I reviewed and verified the Individual CQI's for staff. Complete CQI’s for J. Hines, I. Langley and J. Barrett. Curriculum: During today’s visit you purchased the Experience Early Learning Curriculum and the Experience Early Learning Assessment. You identified Funny Daffer as the curriculum for school age. I reviewed portfolios set up for each child enrolled in the facility. Education: Today we reviewed the 4 Star Education Standards for Lead, Teachers, and Group Leader. The following staff did not have DCDEE WORKS accounts: M. Artis M. Holmes A. Cox S. Ross J. Hines S. Epheim You stated that WORKS accounts have been created for each of the staff members. Education has been submitted to WORKS for the following staff: D. Ward S. Harris M. Lawerence N. Cox I shared with you I am unable to evaluate staff education at this time. Submit your Staff Information and Education Worksheet by March 25, 2026. A return visit will be made to evaluate education and determine your Star rating. Additional Comments: Due to the recent storm sand was receding on the hill of the playground. Additional Dirt was delivered during today’s visit. You stated the company that will distribute the dirt and on the hill is scheduled to arrive this afternoon. You also shared that you will be purchasing sod to prevent the erosion of the sand. Reminders: Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. Please use and share. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/18/2026 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 3/18/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit. Jennifer Bradshaw Garrett, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 16, 2026, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I visited indoor and outdoor learning environments , but a full assessment was not completed for each space. The facility was assessed for supervision, staff/child ratio, and health and safety requirements. Children were observed engaged in personal care routines, free play in designated learning areas, and transitioning from outdoor play. Lunch was observed and included beef macaroni and cheese, corn, fruit cocktail and milk. Program records, including fire drills and monthly outdoor area inspections were complete and current. Compliance History - The compliance history for this facility prior to today’s visit is 89%. The violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score and must be corrected immediately. 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. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Stored in a basket with food, was a Chanel #5 perfume. The basket was stored above five feet on top of the cubbies. In a child's backpack stored below five feet in the cubbies in the hallway as a tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. .2820(b) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have a medical report on file prior to or at hire. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 1, 2026, you must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Items- Intentional planning of the environment ensures a safe environment has been created which prevents and reduces injuries to young children. Items that require locked storage were improperly stored and are as follows: In classroom space #1 there was Chanel #5 perfume stored in a container with food on top of the children’s cubbies. When this was brought to staff attention they discarded the perfume. Items that require storage at five feet above the finished floor were improperly stored and are as follows: In a child’s backpack stored in a cubby below five feet in the hallway was tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. You removed the ointment and placed it in locked storage in the office. You inquired about adding a locked box on the wall in classroom spaces #1 and #2. We discussed that the lock box would need to be placed above five feet so that it is inaccessible to the children. Staff Records - The health and safety of children requires that information regarding each staff working with the children be kept and available when needed. Staff records consist of various documentation to include health information. During the visit today one staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have medical report on file or available for review. You shared that the staff stated the doctor was supposed to be emailing the staff a copy of the report. It is important that this information is received at or prior to hire. Require the documents prior to proceeding with the hiring process. Staff/Child Ratio- Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today children enrolled in classroom space #3 were being cared for with the children in classroom space #2. There were fifteen children one to two years of age being cared for in classroom space #2. We shared with you the requirements when grouping children. You moved the children enrolled in classroom space #3 to their designated classroom space when we brought this to your attention. You have the required number of staff to meet staff/child ratio for each classroom space. You stated that one staff is a new teacher and you did not want to place that teacher in the space alone with children. Pair new staff with experienced staff. Rated License: You submitted an Application for Assessment for a Rated License you submitted on March 12, 2026. Today you provided me with an updated Application for a Rated License Assessment. You indicated you are applying for the 4-Star level of Pathway 2- Classroom and Instruction Quality. I reviewed your family and community engagement standards and verified you are meeting minimum requirements and have a plan to meet three additional choices, one from each category of engagement. I reviewed the facility continuous quality improvement plan, and you have identified a goal for the facility. I reviewed and verified the Individual CQI's for staff. Complete CQI’s for J. Hines, I. Langley and J. Barrett. Curriculum: During today’s visit you purchased the Experience Early Learning Curriculum and the Experience Early Learning Assessment. You identified Funny Daffer as the curriculum for school age. I reviewed portfolios set up for each child enrolled in the facility. Education: Today we reviewed the 4 Star Education Standards for Lead, Teachers, and Group Leader. The following staff did not have DCDEE WORKS accounts: M. Artis M. Holmes A. Cox S. Ross J. Hines S. Epheim You stated that WORKS accounts have been created for each of the staff members. Education has been submitted to WORKS for the following staff: D. Ward S. Harris M. Lawerence N. Cox I shared with you I am unable to evaluate staff education at this time. Submit your Staff Information and Education Worksheet by March 25, 2026. A return visit will be made to evaluate education and determine your Star rating. Additional Comments: Due to the recent storm sand was receding on the hill of the playground. Additional Dirt was delivered during today’s visit. You stated the company that will distribute the dirt and on the hill is scheduled to arrive this afternoon. You also shared that you will be purchasing sod to prevent the erosion of the sand. Reminders: Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. Please use and share. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/18/2026 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 3/18/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 325 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit. Jennifer Bradshaw Garrett, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on March 16, 2026, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I visited indoor and outdoor learning environments , but a full assessment was not completed for each space. The facility was assessed for supervision, staff/child ratio, and health and safety requirements. Children were observed engaged in personal care routines, free play in designated learning areas, and transitioning from outdoor play. Lunch was observed and included beef macaroni and cheese, corn, fruit cocktail and milk. Program records, including fire drills and monthly outdoor area inspections were complete and current. Compliance History - The compliance history for this facility prior to today’s visit is 89%. The violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score and must be corrected immediately. 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. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Stored in a basket with food, was a Chanel #5 perfume. The basket was stored above five feet on top of the cubbies. In a child's backpack stored below five feet in the cubbies in the hallway as a tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. .2820(b) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have a medical report on file prior to or at hire. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In classroom space #2 three staff cared for fifteen children one to two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before April 1, 2026, you must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Storage of Hazardous Items- Intentional planning of the environment ensures a safe environment has been created which prevents and reduces injuries to young children. Items that require locked storage were improperly stored and are as follows: In classroom space #1 there was Chanel #5 perfume stored in a container with food on top of the children’s cubbies. When this was brought to staff attention they discarded the perfume. Items that require storage at five feet above the finished floor were improperly stored and are as follows: In a child’s backpack stored in a cubby below five feet in the hallway was tube of Remedy Skin Protectant Ointment. You removed the ointment and placed it in locked storage in the office. You inquired about adding a locked box on the wall in classroom spaces #1 and #2. We discussed that the lock box would need to be placed above five feet so that it is inaccessible to the children. Staff Records - The health and safety of children requires that information regarding each staff working with the children be kept and available when needed. Staff records consist of various documentation to include health information. During the visit today one staff hired on 3/6/26 did not have medical report on file or available for review. You shared that the staff stated the doctor was supposed to be emailing the staff a copy of the report. It is important that this information is received at or prior to hire. Require the documents prior to proceeding with the hiring process. Staff/Child Ratio- Research has verified that staff-child ratios and group sizes are important quality indicators. Staff-child ratio refers to the maximum number of children who may be supervised by one staff member. In any multi age group situation, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. Children under one year of age shall be kept separate from children two years of age and over. Children between the ages of 12 months and 24 months shall not be grouped with older children unless all children in the group are less than three years old. Today children enrolled in classroom space #3 were being cared for with the children in classroom space #2. There were fifteen children one to two years of age being cared for in classroom space #2. We shared with you the requirements when grouping children. You moved the children enrolled in classroom space #3 to their designated classroom space when we brought this to your attention. You have the required number of staff to meet staff/child ratio for each classroom space. You stated that one staff is a new teacher and you did not want to place that teacher in the space alone with children. Pair new staff with experienced staff. Rated License: You submitted an Application for Assessment for a Rated License you submitted on March 12, 2026. Today you provided me with an updated Application for a Rated License Assessment. You indicated you are applying for the 4-Star level of Pathway 2- Classroom and Instruction Quality. I reviewed your family and community engagement standards and verified you are meeting minimum requirements and have a plan to meet three additional choices, one from each category of engagement. I reviewed the facility continuous quality improvement plan, and you have identified a goal for the facility. I reviewed and verified the Individual CQI's for staff. Complete CQI’s for J. Hines, I. Langley and J. Barrett. Curriculum: During today’s visit you purchased the Experience Early Learning Curriculum and the Experience Early Learning Assessment. You identified Funny Daffer as the curriculum for school age. I reviewed portfolios set up for each child enrolled in the facility. Education: Today we reviewed the 4 Star Education Standards for Lead, Teachers, and Group Leader. The following staff did not have DCDEE WORKS accounts: M. Artis M. Holmes A. Cox S. Ross J. Hines S. Epheim You stated that WORKS accounts have been created for each of the staff members. Education has been submitted to WORKS for the following staff: D. Ward S. Harris M. Lawerence N. Cox I shared with you I am unable to evaluate staff education at this time. Submit your Staff Information and Education Worksheet by March 25, 2026. A return visit will be made to evaluate education and determine your Star rating. Additional Comments: Due to the recent storm sand was receding on the hill of the playground. Additional Dirt was delivered during today’s visit. You stated the company that will distribute the dirt and on the hill is scheduled to arrive this afternoon. You also shared that you will be purchasing sod to prevent the erosion of the sand. Reminders: Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. Please use and share. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/20/2026 Number Present: 60 Completed Date: 1/20/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the second temporary time period visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on December 4, 2025, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I observed indoor and outdoor spaces. Children enrolled in classroom space #1 were observed resting in approved cribs while staff completed diapering routines and comforted children under age one. In classroom space #6 children were observed sitting at child sized tables as the teacher read a story. School age children were observed during free play with dramatic play items, completing floor puzzle with the teacher assisting as needed and children engaged in art activities. During the visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. You informed me that you will pursue the Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway. Enhanced ratio requirements were reviewed. You shared that you would use the Early Learning Matters Curriculum and we reviewed the requirements for approved assessment tools. We discussed that an approved curriculum is needed for your school age children. We reviewed education requirements for your staff including CEU requirements and additional training requirements. Submit your staff information worksheet by February 16, 2026. Submit your rated license application by March 2026. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plans post in classroom spaces #5 and #6 were dated January 12-16, 2026. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In classroom space #1 there was one bottle stored in the refrigerator without a lid. In classroom space #2 there were three bottles stored in the refrigerator without a lid. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 898 All electrical appliances were not used in accordance with the manufacturers instruction. Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, irons, coffee pots, and/or their cords were accessible to preschool-age children. In classroom space #1 a laminator was stored ina unlocked cabinet below the diaper changing table. .0604(e) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff hired on 1/20/2026 did not have a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One staff hired on 1/20/2026 did not have a medical statement on file. .0701(a) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two of nine children did not have medical exam or health assessment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Two new staff members that begin working on 1/20/2026 did not have signed acknowledgement of the facilities Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(d)(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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 3, 2026, must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Bottle Storage: Bottles must be covered and stored in a manner that protects bottles from splash and other contamination including airborne pathogens or debris. Bottles stored in refrigerators in classroom space #1 and #2 did not have lids. We discussed covering the bottles to prevent contamination. You covered the bottles with aluminum foil. Remind parents that bottles must have lids. Activity plans: Activity plans help teachers to plan for and implement daily activities for children. They provide information to families on activities taking place during their children’s day. Planning for a week of activities helps teachers to obtain and prepare the materials and equipment needed to successfully carry out the activities on the plan. A current activity plan was not available in classroom space #5 and #6. We discussed a current activity plan should be posted in each classroom space. You had staff complete an activity plan during the visit. Safe Environment: Building and physical premises safety refers to actively identifying and mitigating potential hazards within a building or outdoor space that could cause bodily harm, including risks like electrical shock, drowning hazards from bodies of water, and injuries from vehicular traffic, by implementing preventative measures and safety protocols to protect individuals on the premises. In classroom space #1 a laminating machine was stored in an unlocked cabinet below the diaper table. You informed me that the staff stated they forgot to put the laminating machine back in the storage closet, staff returned the laminating machine to the office during the visit. Staff Records: The health and safety of children requires that information regarding each staff working with the children be kept and available when needed. Staff records consist of various documentation such as employment application, medical report, and TB test results. One staff hired 1/20/26 did not have a TB skin test/screening or medical report on file. You stated that you did not review the file, but you inquired about the forms with he staff and the staff indicated they had the forms at home and would bring them in. Two new staff N. Cox and S. Harris did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Policy on file. You had both staff complete the form during the visit. We discussed that prior to staff first day at the facility, have staff submit the forms and then discuss a start date. Children’s Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency Two children of nine children’s records reviewed did not have a medical report on file. You immediately contacted both parents informing them the child needed a medial report. When enrolling children require the medical report prior to the child’s first start date. Additional Information: We discussed room arrangement of classroom spaces #3,4,5 and 6. Moodle Support – The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle Support. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. Please use and share. Unannounced Visits - Your temporary license expires April 27, 2026.I will conduct one additional temporary time period visit. Ensure you document updates on your staff and training worksheet for future monitoring. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. 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: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/20/2026 Number Present: 60 Completed Date: 1/20/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 345 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 03:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the second temporary time period visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on December 4, 2025, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I observed indoor and outdoor spaces. Children enrolled in classroom space #1 were observed resting in approved cribs while staff completed diapering routines and comforted children under age one. In classroom space #6 children were observed sitting at child sized tables as the teacher read a story. School age children were observed during free play with dramatic play items, completing floor puzzle with the teacher assisting as needed and children engaged in art activities. During the visit an overview of section .3200 of the child care rules was provided. Each of the following pathway options were discussed: Program Assessment Pathway, Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway, and Accreditation and Head Start Pathway. You informed me that you will pursue the Classroom and Instructional Quality Pathway. Enhanced ratio requirements were reviewed. You shared that you would use the Early Learning Matters Curriculum and we reviewed the requirements for approved assessment tools. We discussed that an approved curriculum is needed for your school age children. We reviewed education requirements for your staff including CEU requirements and additional training requirements. Submit your staff information worksheet by February 16, 2026. Submit your rated license application by March 2026. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Activity plans post in classroom spaces #5 and #6 were dated January 12-16, 2026. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 538 Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination. In classroom space #1 there was one bottle stored in the refrigerator without a lid. In classroom space #2 there were three bottles stored in the refrigerator without a lid. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 898 All electrical appliances were not used in accordance with the manufacturers instruction. Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, irons, coffee pots, and/or their cords were accessible to preschool-age children. In classroom space #1 a laminator was stored ina unlocked cabinet below the diaper changing table. .0604(e) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff hired on 1/20/2026 did not have a TB test or screening on file. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One staff hired on 1/20/2026 did not have a medical statement on file. .0701(a) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. Two of nine children did not have medical exam or health assessment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. Two new staff members that begin working on 1/20/2026 did not have signed acknowledgement of the facilities Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. .0608(d)(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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before February 3, 2026, must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Bottle Storage: Bottles must be covered and stored in a manner that protects bottles from splash and other contamination including airborne pathogens or debris. Bottles stored in refrigerators in classroom space #1 and #2 did not have lids. We discussed covering the bottles to prevent contamination. You covered the bottles with aluminum foil. Remind parents that bottles must have lids. Activity plans: Activity plans help teachers to plan for and implement daily activities for children. They provide information to families on activities taking place during their children’s day. Planning for a week of activities helps teachers to obtain and prepare the materials and equipment needed to successfully carry out the activities on the plan. A current activity plan was not available in classroom space #5 and #6. We discussed a current activity plan should be posted in each classroom space. You had staff complete an activity plan during the visit. Safe Environment: Building and physical premises safety refers to actively identifying and mitigating potential hazards within a building or outdoor space that could cause bodily harm, including risks like electrical shock, drowning hazards from bodies of water, and injuries from vehicular traffic, by implementing preventative measures and safety protocols to protect individuals on the premises. In classroom space #1 a laminating machine was stored in an unlocked cabinet below the diaper table. You informed me that the staff stated they forgot to put the laminating machine back in the storage closet, staff returned the laminating machine to the office during the visit. Staff Records: The health and safety of children requires that information regarding each staff working with the children be kept and available when needed. Staff records consist of various documentation such as employment application, medical report, and TB test results. One staff hired 1/20/26 did not have a TB skin test/screening or medical report on file. You stated that you did not review the file, but you inquired about the forms with he staff and the staff indicated they had the forms at home and would bring them in. Two new staff N. Cox and S. Harris did not have a signed acknowledgement of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Policy on file. You had both staff complete the form during the visit. We discussed that prior to staff first day at the facility, have staff submit the forms and then discuss a start date. Children’s Files: Record keeping is one of the most time-consuming tasks associated with administering a child care program. It is an important part of licensure. Organization and completeness of records is important to ensure easy access to information in emergency Two children of nine children’s records reviewed did not have a medical report on file. You immediately contacted both parents informing them the child needed a medial report. When enrolling children require the medical report prior to the child’s first start date. Additional Information: We discussed room arrangement of classroom spaces #3,4,5 and 6. Moodle Support – The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle Support. To get help with Moodle, email DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Natural Learning Initiative: https://naturalearning.org/resources/ Resources are created, often in collaboration with the Natural Learning Initiative’s interdisciplinary partners, to support technical assistance, professional development, and generally to promote the importance of the natural environment in the daily experience of all children. Please use and share. Unannounced Visits - Your temporary license expires April 27, 2026.I will conduct one additional temporary time period visit. Ensure you document updates on your staff and training worksheet for future monitoring. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. 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: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the first temporary time period visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on December 4, 2025, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I observed indoor and outdoor spaces. Children were transitioning to lunch. Lunch was observed and included meatballs, macaroni and cheese, mixed fruit, lima beans, and milk. Later children were observed resting on linen covered cots. Children enrolled in classroom space #1 received care according to their individual needs including feeding. The outdoor space was observed, and you added steps and slides to hill on the playground. Compliance History - Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. An activity plan was not posted in classroom space #1. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Baby food was observed for a child fived months of age in classroom space #1. The infant feeding plan did not indicate the child could be served baby food. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 18, 2025 must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Feeding Schedules: Growth and development during infancy require that nourishing, wholesome, and developmentally appropriate food be provided, using safe approaches to feeding. All children under 15 months of age must have a signed feeding schedule/plan on file. The infant feeding plans should be developed with each infant’s parents/guardians and, when appropriate, in collaboration with the child’s primary care provider. Today there was baby food for a child five months of age. The child’s feeding plan did not indicate the child could have baby food. We discussed the requirements on updating the feeding plan. Activity plans: Activity plans help teachers to plan for and implement daily activities for children. They provide information to families on activities taking place during their children’s day. Planning for a week of activities helps teachers to obtain and prepare the materials and equipment needed to successfully carry out the activities on the plan. A activity plan was not available in classroom space #1. We discussed individualized activity plans for children enrolled in the space. Rated License Discussion: Pathways to the Stars –You can find information at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. You indicated you are interested in pursing the Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway. Additional Information: Your temporary license expires April 27, 2026. Prior to the expiration date of your license, additional unannounced monitoring visit will be completed. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. T. Quinn, Child Care Health Consultant, can provide training and technical assistance on topics related to health and safety such as sanitation, handwashing, diapering, illness policies, etc. Ms. Quinn can be reached at (252) 902-2360 or terry.quinn@pittcountync.gov. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center Facility ID: 74000967 Consultant: MEGAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 275 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during the first temporary time period visit. You, D. Ward Administrator, assisted me with the visit. This facility was issued a temporary license on October 27, 2025. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on December 4, 2025, and Dawnsha's Loving Childcare Center LLC was listed as current-active. Your contact information on the Division of Child Development & Early Education (DCDEE) website was reviewed and the information is current. It is important to frequently check your email to remain informed about any new changes that have or may occur. During this visit, I observed indoor and outdoor spaces. Children were transitioning to lunch. Lunch was observed and included meatballs, macaroni and cheese, mixed fruit, lima beans, and milk. Later children were observed resting on linen covered cots. Children enrolled in classroom space #1 received care according to their individual needs including feeding. The outdoor space was observed, and you added steps and slides to hill on the playground. Compliance History - Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. 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. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. An activity plan was not posted in classroom space #1. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Baby food was observed for a child fived months of age in classroom space #1. The infant feeding plan did not indicate the child could be served baby food. 10 NCAC 09 .0902(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. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 18, 2025 must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov PO Box 191 Ayden, NC 28513 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance was provided on the following: Feeding Schedules: Growth and development during infancy require that nourishing, wholesome, and developmentally appropriate food be provided, using safe approaches to feeding. All children under 15 months of age must have a signed feeding schedule/plan on file. The infant feeding plans should be developed with each infant’s parents/guardians and, when appropriate, in collaboration with the child’s primary care provider. Today there was baby food for a child five months of age. The child’s feeding plan did not indicate the child could have baby food. We discussed the requirements on updating the feeding plan. Activity plans: Activity plans help teachers to plan for and implement daily activities for children. They provide information to families on activities taking place during their children’s day. Planning for a week of activities helps teachers to obtain and prepare the materials and equipment needed to successfully carry out the activities on the plan. A activity plan was not available in classroom space #1. We discussed individualized activity plans for children enrolled in the space. Rated License Discussion: Pathways to the Stars –You can find information at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. You indicated you are interested in pursing the Classroom & Instructional Quality Pathway. Additional Information: Your temporary license expires April 27, 2026. Prior to the expiration date of your license, additional unannounced monitoring visit will be completed. NCID - Did you know that if you do not login on to any DCDEE platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) for a period of 12 months, your account will be archived? An archived account cannot be reinstated. You will need to create a new one and then email all platforms (e.g., Moodle, WORKS, CBC) to merge accounts. Pro Tip: Set your calendar to remind you every 6 months to login and out at https://myncid.nc.gov to keep your account activated and it will NOT be archived. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. The Martin-Pitt Partnership for Children is able to provide you with resources and information, training opportunities, technical assistance on child care issues, and assistance with the Environment Rating Scales. Their phone number is (252) 758-8885 or check out their website at www.mppfc.org. T. Quinn, Child Care Health Consultant, can provide training and technical assistance on topics related to health and safety such as sanitation, handwashing, diapering, illness policies, etc. Ms. Quinn can be reached at (252) 902-2360 or terry.quinn@pittcountync.gov. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Contact me at Megan Brown, Child Care Consultant, 252-414-4903, Megan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov or Jennifer Linhardt, Licensing Supervisor, 252- 373-4199, Jennifer.Linhardt@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times