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6825 Jenkins Lane, Harrisburg NC 28275 · License #13000616 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0806 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: MERIA WILDER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-166L Visit Date: 8/21/2025 Number Present: 120 Completed Date: 8/21/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 01:32 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose for today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were as follows: There is a concern regarding health/sanitation. There is a concern regarding medication. Upon arrival I shared the purpose of my visit with you, Shay Mosley, Director. You assisted me with the walkthrough of the facility. After completing the walkthrough, I shared the complaint with you. Regarding the allegation of health/sanitation: During my walkthrough I observed the children participating in toileting, handwashing, and personal care routines. I observed the teachers assisting with handwashing, toileting and sanitizing diapering surfaces. I asked the interviewed staff if they had any issues or concerns related to health, sanitation, and/or diapering. Each staff member stated that they had no issues or concerns at all. I then asked the interviewed staff to describe what the diaper changing procedure looks like. Each staff member was able to recall each step of the diaper changing procedure according to the diaper changing policy and was familiar with where the diaper changing posters were located within the classroom, they stated that diapers are to be changed every two hours. When requested the Director provided me with a copy of the collateral contacts, the diaper changing log, and the facilities written procedures regarding diapering. Based on staff interviews, review of documentation, and my observations today, the allegation regarding health/sanitation is substantiated. Regarding the allegation that there is a concern related to medications: During the walkthrough I monitored medications, medication permission to administer forms, parent and staff handbooks for the policy/procedure regarding medication. I observed medications to be in compliance with child care rules, medication permission to administer forms were completed and stored as required. During the staff interviews, I asked each staff member what the facilities policy regarding medication administration. Staff members stated: when medications are brought in the parent completes a medication permission to administer form and provide an Medical Action Plan signed by a physician when necessary, and the medication is labeled with the child’s name. They also stated when administering a topical medication the medication is administered to the child according to the instructions listed on the permission to administer form within the time of the medication standing order provided by the parent. When requested the Director provided me with a copy of collateral contacts, and the facilities written policies regarding medication. Based on interviews with staff, review of medications, medication permission to administer forms, written policies and my observations the allegation regarding medication administration was not able to be confirmed, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. The center's license was prominently posted. The center is in compliance with permit restrictions, staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space. According to what you reported to me, there were 120 children present during the visit. The following violation were cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 401 Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis. In space #2 where infants are cared for each child was not changed whenever they were wet/soiled. 10A NCAC 09 .0806(a) Technical Assistance: • In space #2 where infants are cared for each child was not changed whenever they were wet/soiled. As discussed, children are to be changed whenever their diaper becomes wet/soiled and not on a specific hourly basis. I suggest that the administrative staff review the facilities policy/procedure regarding diapering and make any necessary updates. Keep in mind that parents must be notified in writing of any made to the facilities operational policies and should be sent to your consultant for approval to ensure that the suggested policy is in compliance with minimum requirement child care rules. 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. 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: Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant P.O. 6591 Statesville, NC 28677 meria.wilder@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, facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 During the visit, we discussed that repeated violations of this nature during consecutive visits may lead to an administrative action against your license. A follow-up visit may be conducted in the near future to monitor compliance with child care requirements. Compliance Plan: • The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September , 2025, 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 that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Consultation: • I suggest that all staff review child care rule .0401 regarding diaper changing and make any necessary updates to the facilities’ written policy regarding diapering. • I suggest that accurate documentation of communication between teachers, parents and administrative staff be kept. • I suggest that diapering be accurately documented and provided for parents as stated in your facilities’ written policy. At the completion of the visit, a handwritten visit summary given to you, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (980) 434-3877 or meria.wilder@dhhs.nc.gov, or you may contact Erin Pickard, Licensing Supervisor at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: MERIA WILDER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-166L Visit Date: 8/21/2025 Number Present: 120 Completed Date: 8/21/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 162 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 01:32 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose for today’s unannounced visit was to investigate a complaint report alleging violations of child care requirements. The allegations were as follows: There is a concern regarding health/sanitation. There is a concern regarding medication. Upon arrival I shared the purpose of my visit with you, Shay Mosley, Director. You assisted me with the walkthrough of the facility. After completing the walkthrough, I shared the complaint with you. Regarding the allegation of health/sanitation: During my walkthrough I observed the children participating in toileting, handwashing, and personal care routines. I observed the teachers assisting with handwashing, toileting and sanitizing diapering surfaces. I asked the interviewed staff if they had any issues or concerns related to health, sanitation, and/or diapering. Each staff member stated that they had no issues or concerns at all. I then asked the interviewed staff to describe what the diaper changing procedure looks like. Each staff member was able to recall each step of the diaper changing procedure according to the diaper changing policy and was familiar with where the diaper changing posters were located within the classroom, they stated that diapers are to be changed every two hours. When requested the Director provided me with a copy of the collateral contacts, the diaper changing log, and the facilities written procedures regarding diapering. Based on staff interviews, review of documentation, and my observations today, the allegation regarding health/sanitation is substantiated. Regarding the allegation that there is a concern related to medications: During the walkthrough I monitored medications, medication permission to administer forms, parent and staff handbooks for the policy/procedure regarding medication. I observed medications to be in compliance with child care rules, medication permission to administer forms were completed and stored as required. During the staff interviews, I asked each staff member what the facilities policy regarding medication administration. Staff members stated: when medications are brought in the parent completes a medication permission to administer form and provide an Medical Action Plan signed by a physician when necessary, and the medication is labeled with the child’s name. They also stated when administering a topical medication the medication is administered to the child according to the instructions listed on the permission to administer form within the time of the medication standing order provided by the parent. When requested the Director provided me with a copy of collateral contacts, and the facilities written policies regarding medication. Based on interviews with staff, review of medications, medication permission to administer forms, written policies and my observations the allegation regarding medication administration was not able to be confirmed, therefore the allegation is unsubstantiated. The center's license was prominently posted. The center is in compliance with permit restrictions, staff/child ratio, supervision, capacity, group size and space. According to what you reported to me, there were 120 children present during the visit. The following violation were cited today. Violation Number Comment Rule 401 Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis. In space #2 where infants are cared for each child was not changed whenever they were wet/soiled. 10A NCAC 09 .0806(a) Technical Assistance: • In space #2 where infants are cared for each child was not changed whenever they were wet/soiled. As discussed, children are to be changed whenever their diaper becomes wet/soiled and not on a specific hourly basis. I suggest that the administrative staff review the facilities policy/procedure regarding diapering and make any necessary updates. Keep in mind that parents must be notified in writing of any made to the facilities operational policies and should be sent to your consultant for approval to ensure that the suggested policy is in compliance with minimum requirement child care rules. 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. 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: Meria Wilder, Child Care Consultant P.O. 6591 Statesville, NC 28677 meria.wilder@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, facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 During the visit, we discussed that repeated violations of this nature during consecutive visits may lead to an administrative action against your license. A follow-up visit may be conducted in the near future to monitor compliance with child care requirements. Compliance Plan: • The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before September , 2025, 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 that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Consultation: • I suggest that all staff review child care rule .0401 regarding diaper changing and make any necessary updates to the facilities’ written policy regarding diapering. • I suggest that accurate documentation of communication between teachers, parents and administrative staff be kept. • I suggest that diapering be accurately documented and provided for parents as stated in your facilities’ written policy. At the completion of the visit, a handwritten visit summary given to you, reviewed, and a copy was left with you today. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at (980) 434-3877 or meria.wilder@dhhs.nc.gov, or you may contact Erin Pickard, Licensing Supervisor at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: BRITTANY ADAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/5/2024 Number Present: 103 Completed Date: 12/5/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. You, Shay Cunningham, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 22, 2024 with an “Approved” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 3, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 89% prior to today’s visit. The center's three star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, monthly menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaged in free choice activities both indoors and outdoors, story time, meal time, rest time and staff/child interaction. Fire drills are being completed monthly as required. Emergency drills are being conducted every three months as required. Incident logs were monitored during today’s visit. Incident reports are being filed in children’s individual files. Playground inspections are being conducted monthly. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. Medications, permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violation was documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Fire inspection was not completed annually. Fire inspection was completed on 12/3/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Operator stated that fire inspections will be completed annually on schedule going forward and will be submitted to the Child Care Consultant within seven days. Consultation was provided on the following: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New 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. A three star licensed is required to be eligible to receive DSS subsidy. The violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is due at this time. You may contact me by phone at (704) 594-0049 or by email at brittany.j.adams@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: BRITTANY ADAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/5/2024 Number Present: 103 Completed Date: 12/5/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. You, Shay Cunningham, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 22, 2024 with an “Approved” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 3, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 89% prior to today’s visit. The center's three star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, monthly menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaged in free choice activities both indoors and outdoors, story time, meal time, rest time and staff/child interaction. Fire drills are being completed monthly as required. Emergency drills are being conducted every three months as required. Incident logs were monitored during today’s visit. Incident reports are being filed in children’s individual files. Playground inspections are being conducted monthly. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. Medications, permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violation was documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Fire inspection was not completed annually. Fire inspection was completed on 12/3/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Operator stated that fire inspections will be completed annually on schedule going forward and will be submitted to the Child Care Consultant within seven days. Consultation was provided on the following: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New 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. A three star licensed is required to be eligible to receive DSS subsidy. The violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is due at this time. You may contact me by phone at (704) 594-0049 or by email at brittany.j.adams@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. 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: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: BRITTANY ADAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/5/2024 Number Present: 103 Completed Date: 12/5/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 10:10 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit. You, Shay Cunningham, Director, assisted me with today’s visit. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 22, 2024 with an “Approved” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted December 3, 2024, and your facility was approved for daytime care only. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 89% prior to today’s visit. The center's three star rated license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction, monthly menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, and hazardous product storage. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed engaged in free choice activities both indoors and outdoors, story time, meal time, rest time and staff/child interaction. Fire drills are being completed monthly as required. Emergency drills are being conducted every three months as required. Incident logs were monitored during today’s visit. Incident reports are being filed in children’s individual files. Playground inspections are being conducted monthly. Your playground meets child care safety standards. No concerns were observed. Materials, toys, and equipment throughout the facility was of sufficient quantity, developmentally appropriate, and in good repair. Medications, permission to administer forms, and medical action plans were monitored during today’s visit. A selection of staff files and children’s files were monitored during today’s visit. The program does not provide transportation. The following violation was documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. Fire inspection was not completed annually. Fire inspection was completed on 12/3/24. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Operator stated that fire inspections will be completed annually on schedule going forward and will be submitted to the Child Care Consultant within seven days. Consultation was provided on the following: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Stay updated with changes and new rule updates by visiting the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Here are some important links on the DCEEE website that may be helpful: -Child Care Rules and Laws: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Getting-a-License -Training and Professional Development: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development -Required Health and Safety Training: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Training-and-Professional-Development/Health-and-Safety-Trainings -Care for Children Receiving Subsidy: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Providing-Child-Care/Subsidized-Child-Care/Care-for-Children-Receiving-Subsidy -DCDEE Updates, Current Projects, and information applicable to Child Care in NC: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New 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. A three star licensed is required to be eligible to receive DSS subsidy. The violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is due at this time. You may contact me by phone at (704) 594-0049 or by email at brittany.j.adams@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. 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: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: BRITTANY ADAMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0824-173L Visit Date: 8/22/2024 Number Present: 94 Completed Date: 8/22/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of child care requirements. Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. You, Shay Cunningham, assisted with the walkthrough. Staff/child ratio, group size, supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restrictions were monitored during today’s visit. The allegations are as follows: There is a concern regarding a developmentally appropriate environment and a concern regarding supervision. I visited each classroom during today’s visit. Children were observed engaging in free choice activities, teacher directed activities, outdoor play, meal time, care taking routines and staff/child interactions. I spoke with you and asked if you had any concerns regarding a developmentally appropriate environment. You stated you do not currently have any concerns regarding a developmentally appropriate environment and that since you have come on board with the facility you have noticed an improvement in the classroom environment. I interviewed staff members and staff stated that at this time they do not currently have concerns regarding a developmentally appropriate environment. I was unable to confirm the allegation based on information received from interviewed staff and observations during today’s visit. Therefore, the allegation regarding a developmentally appropriate environment was unsubstantiated. This was a self reported incident where a child was left on the playground on August 15, 2024. During today’s visit I conducted a walk through of the indoor and outdoor environments. Teachers were observed conducting circle time, interacting with children during free play indoors and outdoors, and engaging in care taking routines, meal time and staff/child interactions. I interviewed staff members and staff stated that at this time they do not currently have concerns regarding supervision. During the interview with the administrator, you stated that you created a new transition sheet and met with teachers in each classroom and reviewed how to utilize the new sheet. You also stated that when each classroom is getting ready to go outdoors, they have to contact the administrator to oversee the transition from indoors to outdoors, and this policy will be in place for a few weeks, and more if needed. I was able to confirm the allegation based on information received from the administrator. Therefore, the allegation regarding supervision was substantiated. Due to supervision being substantiated an administrative action may be issued. The following violation was cited during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On August 15, 2024 a two year old child was left on the playground alone for three minutes. .1801(a)(1-5) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: We discussed conducting a staff meeting to review the supervision policy and the proper way to utilize transition sheets. Consultation was provided on the following: 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 September 5, 2024. 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 considered 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 may be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant PO Box 470753 Charlotte, NC 28247 brittany.j.adams@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me by phone at (704) 594-0049 or by email at brittany.j.adams@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0806 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: TAMIKA POWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-228A Visit Date: 6/26/2024 Number Present: 98 Completed Date: 6/26/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Shaquita Cunningham, administrator, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Cunningham, Vivek Gaddam, owner, Amber Cuellar, administrator, and an additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 401 Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis. On multiple occasions in June 2024, a staff member changed the diapers of one-year-old children once between 9:00am-4:45pm. 10A NCAC 09 .0806(a) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On more than one occasion in June 2024, a staff member yelled and/or used a harsh tone of voice when the staff member told one-year-old children, “Don’t touch me!” G.S. 110-91(10) 904 Child was handled roughly. One more than one occasion, a staff member in the classroom for one-year-old children pinched children’s biceps, popped the children’s hands with an open hand, pushed chairs to the table in an abrupt manner during meals, and forcefully laid children on the mat during nap time. .1803(a)(1) Violations must be corrected immediately. Within one week (July 3, 2024), you must submit documentation of the corrections you made and your plan to maintain compliance with the identified child care requirements to me at: Tamika Powell, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 (919)715-1013- fax Tamika.t.powell@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me at Tamika Powell, Investigations Consultant, (704) 330-9725, Tamika.t.powell@dhhs.nc.gov or Veronica Grant, South Central Investigations Team Supervisor, veronica.grant@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: TAMIKA POWELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0624-228A Visit Date: 6/26/2024 Number Present: 98 Completed Date: 6/26/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. Shaquita Cunningham, administrator, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Cunningham, Vivek Gaddam, owner, Amber Cuellar, administrator, and an additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. The following violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 401 Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis. On multiple occasions in June 2024, a staff member changed the diapers of one-year-old children once between 9:00am-4:45pm. 10A NCAC 09 .0806(a) 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. On more than one occasion in June 2024, a staff member yelled and/or used a harsh tone of voice when the staff member told one-year-old children, “Don’t touch me!” G.S. 110-91(10) 904 Child was handled roughly. One more than one occasion, a staff member in the classroom for one-year-old children pinched children’s biceps, popped the children’s hands with an open hand, pushed chairs to the table in an abrupt manner during meals, and forcefully laid children on the mat during nap time. .1803(a)(1) Violations must be corrected immediately. Within one week (July 3, 2024), you must submit documentation of the corrections you made and your plan to maintain compliance with the identified child care requirements to me at: Tamika Powell, Investigations Consultant 2201 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2200 (919)715-1013- fax Tamika.t.powell@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me at Tamika Powell, Investigations Consultant, (704) 330-9725, Tamika.t.powell@dhhs.nc.gov or Veronica Grant, South Central Investigations Team Supervisor, veronica.grant@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 6/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 335 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 03:40 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 all applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit and to review the results of your Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted on May 28, 2024, and June 11, 2024, and to finalize your rated license assessment. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The compliance history prior to today's visit was at 89 percent. You, ShaQuita Cunningham, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The items in the ERS summary that scored a three or below were reviewed with you today. After reviewing the ERS summary, you stated that you did not have any questions and did not plan to file a grievance with NCRLAP. Children were observed in free choice activities, outdoor gross motor, lunch, and rest time. Supervision, staff/child ratio, general safety, adequate/approved space, permit restrictions, and license posted were monitored during today’s visit. We monitored for fifteen potential violations noted in the ERS summary regarding general safety, age-appropriate activities, nutrition, equipment, and sanitation. All medications were monitored during today’s visit. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not complete a Criminal Background Check through the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prior to employment. Please send me a copy of the qualification letter within two weeks to the mail information listed below. Rated License Information: Program Standards- The facility meets requirements in Child Care Rule .2860. The facility earned a score of 4.86 on the ECERS-R assessment and earned a score of 4.13 on the ITERS-R assessment conducted on May 28, 2024. The ITERS-R assessment conducted on June 11, 2024 earned a score of 3.16 on the ITERS-R. Due to one of the three assessments earning below a 4.0 the average score could not be determined. The facility is requesting a reassessment to be completed but would like time to prepare for the reassessment. I suggested that they take time to review the assessment with staff and complete any additional training to prepare for reassessment. During today’s visit I left a copy of the application and rated license review request form with you to complete. Due to the time frame of the Temporary License expiring on July 2, 2024, the Star Rated License will need to processed. The facility will earn 2 points in program standards. Education Standards: The administrator earns 7 points. The facility requires 9 lead teachers. The facility requires 7 teachers. When meeting enhanced standards, additional staff within the licensed unit shall meet lead teacher or teacher requirements in Section .2800 of this Chapter as determined by their caregiving role. The facility will earn 2 points in education standards. Quality Point: The facility has earned one quality point by the child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The facility will earn 1 quality point. I reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The facility has earned a total of 5 points. Paperwork will be submitted to issue a two-star rated license. A new license will be mailed directly to you and must be posted upon receipt. At that time, return the old license to me as it remains the property of the State of North Carolina. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In space 3, the staff member did not wash their hands after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 405 A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. In space 3, children were observed not having their hands washed after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c)(2) 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. GS 110-91(12) 430 The activity plan did not identify activities which allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of group, or independent of the group. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. .0508(g)(1) 608 Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages. In space 6 and in space 4, children were observed not washing hands after their nose has been wiped. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c) 609 Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items. In space 4, staff were observed not washing hands after wiping children's nose. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/29/24, has not completed a Criminal Background Check through DCDEE. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not have a valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. A staff member hired on 1/2/24, did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was given on the following: 1. We discussed that new staff should complete First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new staff without First Aid and CPR be registered for an upcoming training within the first two weeks of employment. 2. We discussed new staff should take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreat training within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that within the first two weeks of employment, administration allow the new staff member to complete the training during the operating day. ECERS-R 1. Item 3: We discussed having more items in the cozy area and book area that provides a substantial amount of softness. A suggestion is adding a bean bag chair, stuffed animals, or pillows to these areas. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised at all times. 3. Item 10: We discussed that all classrooms and the kitchen area should have an allergy posting for reference. If a classroom does not have any allergies, signage should be posted stating “no known allergies”. Allergy postings should be posted where they are easily seen. 4. Item 11: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between each child’s mat. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, soiled, or wet; clean bedding should be provided. 5. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff that sink should be disinfected between use and when they are used for other purposes. 6. Item 13: We discussed that children should wash their hands upon arrival, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, and before and after sand/water play, and after outside time. 7. Item 14: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. Staff should review the manufactures instructions to determine what the suggested age group is for items in the classroom. ITERS-R 1. Item 3, Item 17, Item 18, Item 28, Item 31: We discussed that children should be allowed to choose if they want to engage in activities. If children choose not to participate in activities, alternate activities and materials should be accessible. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised. 3. Item 6: We discussed reminding staff to discuss with parents during drop off about the child’s health and safety. 4. Item 7: We discussed drinking water should be available to children throughout the day. Classrooms can be provided with water pictures for access to drinking water in the classrooms. We discussed that tables should be properly cleaned with soapy water and sprayed with disinfectant spray and allowed to air dry for at least two minutes. Tables should be cleaned or sanitized before changing the purpose of use. We discussed reviewing with staff the proper procedures for cleaning and disinfecting tables in the classroom. We discussed reviewing the meal pattern guidelines with staff to ensure that each child has all meal components. 5. Item 8: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, clean linen should be provided. 6. Item 9: We discussed staff reviewing the diaper changing procedures. The diaper changing poster should be posted in a location that is easy to reference during changes. We discussed staff having all materials in place prior to diaper changing. We discussed that staff and children are required to wash their hands after every diaper change. 7. Item 10: We discussed staff supervising children closely to ensure that items are not being mouthed. If items are mouthed by children, they should be removed from the play area until they are properly cleaned and sanitized. Staff can discuss with children the importance of not putting items in their mouths to prevent the spread of germs. If a child’s pacifier becomes contaminated, it should be properly cleaned before giving it back to the child. Children who display bodily fluid should be attended to within a reasonable time. 8. Item 11: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. 9. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff age-appropriate ways to redirect children. Redirections poster and positive saying posters can be posted around the classrooms for reference. 10. Item 13: We discussed that children should be attended to at the earliest opportunity to children’s physical and emotional needs. 11. Item 14: We discussed reviewing with staff that when items become worn, torn, or broken that they are removed from the classroom and replaced with additional materials. 12. Item 19 and Item 20: We discussed that classroom daily schedules should be followed to ensure that children are getting the correct amount of free choice time daily. Staff are encouraged to conduct activities in small groups with 2-3 children while allowing other children the opportunity to engage in activity areas. 13. Item 22: We discussed staff incorporating discussions about science or incorporating science activities for children. This can include talking about the weather, blowing bubbles, discussing insects or birds, etc. 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 July 8, 2024, 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 may be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 6/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 335 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 03:40 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 all applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit and to review the results of your Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted on May 28, 2024, and June 11, 2024, and to finalize your rated license assessment. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The compliance history prior to today's visit was at 89 percent. You, ShaQuita Cunningham, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The items in the ERS summary that scored a three or below were reviewed with you today. After reviewing the ERS summary, you stated that you did not have any questions and did not plan to file a grievance with NCRLAP. Children were observed in free choice activities, outdoor gross motor, lunch, and rest time. Supervision, staff/child ratio, general safety, adequate/approved space, permit restrictions, and license posted were monitored during today’s visit. We monitored for fifteen potential violations noted in the ERS summary regarding general safety, age-appropriate activities, nutrition, equipment, and sanitation. All medications were monitored during today’s visit. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not complete a Criminal Background Check through the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prior to employment. Please send me a copy of the qualification letter within two weeks to the mail information listed below. Rated License Information: Program Standards- The facility meets requirements in Child Care Rule .2860. The facility earned a score of 4.86 on the ECERS-R assessment and earned a score of 4.13 on the ITERS-R assessment conducted on May 28, 2024. The ITERS-R assessment conducted on June 11, 2024 earned a score of 3.16 on the ITERS-R. Due to one of the three assessments earning below a 4.0 the average score could not be determined. The facility is requesting a reassessment to be completed but would like time to prepare for the reassessment. I suggested that they take time to review the assessment with staff and complete any additional training to prepare for reassessment. During today’s visit I left a copy of the application and rated license review request form with you to complete. Due to the time frame of the Temporary License expiring on July 2, 2024, the Star Rated License will need to processed. The facility will earn 2 points in program standards. Education Standards: The administrator earns 7 points. The facility requires 9 lead teachers. The facility requires 7 teachers. When meeting enhanced standards, additional staff within the licensed unit shall meet lead teacher or teacher requirements in Section .2800 of this Chapter as determined by their caregiving role. The facility will earn 2 points in education standards. Quality Point: The facility has earned one quality point by the child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The facility will earn 1 quality point. I reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The facility has earned a total of 5 points. Paperwork will be submitted to issue a two-star rated license. A new license will be mailed directly to you and must be posted upon receipt. At that time, return the old license to me as it remains the property of the State of North Carolina. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In space 3, the staff member did not wash their hands after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 405 A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. In space 3, children were observed not having their hands washed after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c)(2) 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. GS 110-91(12) 430 The activity plan did not identify activities which allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of group, or independent of the group. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. .0508(g)(1) 608 Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages. In space 6 and in space 4, children were observed not washing hands after their nose has been wiped. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c) 609 Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items. In space 4, staff were observed not washing hands after wiping children's nose. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/29/24, has not completed a Criminal Background Check through DCDEE. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not have a valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. A staff member hired on 1/2/24, did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was given on the following: 1. We discussed that new staff should complete First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new staff without First Aid and CPR be registered for an upcoming training within the first two weeks of employment. 2. We discussed new staff should take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreat training within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that within the first two weeks of employment, administration allow the new staff member to complete the training during the operating day. ECERS-R 1. Item 3: We discussed having more items in the cozy area and book area that provides a substantial amount of softness. A suggestion is adding a bean bag chair, stuffed animals, or pillows to these areas. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised at all times. 3. Item 10: We discussed that all classrooms and the kitchen area should have an allergy posting for reference. If a classroom does not have any allergies, signage should be posted stating “no known allergies”. Allergy postings should be posted where they are easily seen. 4. Item 11: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between each child’s mat. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, soiled, or wet; clean bedding should be provided. 5. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff that sink should be disinfected between use and when they are used for other purposes. 6. Item 13: We discussed that children should wash their hands upon arrival, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, and before and after sand/water play, and after outside time. 7. Item 14: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. Staff should review the manufactures instructions to determine what the suggested age group is for items in the classroom. ITERS-R 1. Item 3, Item 17, Item 18, Item 28, Item 31: We discussed that children should be allowed to choose if they want to engage in activities. If children choose not to participate in activities, alternate activities and materials should be accessible. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised. 3. Item 6: We discussed reminding staff to discuss with parents during drop off about the child’s health and safety. 4. Item 7: We discussed drinking water should be available to children throughout the day. Classrooms can be provided with water pictures for access to drinking water in the classrooms. We discussed that tables should be properly cleaned with soapy water and sprayed with disinfectant spray and allowed to air dry for at least two minutes. Tables should be cleaned or sanitized before changing the purpose of use. We discussed reviewing with staff the proper procedures for cleaning and disinfecting tables in the classroom. We discussed reviewing the meal pattern guidelines with staff to ensure that each child has all meal components. 5. Item 8: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, clean linen should be provided. 6. Item 9: We discussed staff reviewing the diaper changing procedures. The diaper changing poster should be posted in a location that is easy to reference during changes. We discussed staff having all materials in place prior to diaper changing. We discussed that staff and children are required to wash their hands after every diaper change. 7. Item 10: We discussed staff supervising children closely to ensure that items are not being mouthed. If items are mouthed by children, they should be removed from the play area until they are properly cleaned and sanitized. Staff can discuss with children the importance of not putting items in their mouths to prevent the spread of germs. If a child’s pacifier becomes contaminated, it should be properly cleaned before giving it back to the child. Children who display bodily fluid should be attended to within a reasonable time. 8. Item 11: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. 9. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff age-appropriate ways to redirect children. Redirections poster and positive saying posters can be posted around the classrooms for reference. 10. Item 13: We discussed that children should be attended to at the earliest opportunity to children’s physical and emotional needs. 11. Item 14: We discussed reviewing with staff that when items become worn, torn, or broken that they are removed from the classroom and replaced with additional materials. 12. Item 19 and Item 20: We discussed that classroom daily schedules should be followed to ensure that children are getting the correct amount of free choice time daily. Staff are encouraged to conduct activities in small groups with 2-3 children while allowing other children the opportunity to engage in activity areas. 13. Item 22: We discussed staff incorporating discussions about science or incorporating science activities for children. This can include talking about the weather, blowing bubbles, discussing insects or birds, etc. 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 July 8, 2024, 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 may be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. 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: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/24/2024 Number Present: 102 Completed Date: 6/24/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 335 Time In: 10:05 AM Time Out: 03:40 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 all applicable child care requirements during the third temporary time period visit and to review the results of your Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted on May 28, 2024, and June 11, 2024, and to finalize your rated license assessment. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. The compliance history prior to today's visit was at 89 percent. You, ShaQuita Cunningham, Director, assisted us with today’s visit. The items in the ERS summary that scored a three or below were reviewed with you today. After reviewing the ERS summary, you stated that you did not have any questions and did not plan to file a grievance with NCRLAP. Children were observed in free choice activities, outdoor gross motor, lunch, and rest time. Supervision, staff/child ratio, general safety, adequate/approved space, permit restrictions, and license posted were monitored during today’s visit. We monitored for fifteen potential violations noted in the ERS summary regarding general safety, age-appropriate activities, nutrition, equipment, and sanitation. All medications were monitored during today’s visit. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not complete a Criminal Background Check through the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prior to employment. Please send me a copy of the qualification letter within two weeks to the mail information listed below. Rated License Information: Program Standards- The facility meets requirements in Child Care Rule .2860. The facility earned a score of 4.86 on the ECERS-R assessment and earned a score of 4.13 on the ITERS-R assessment conducted on May 28, 2024. The ITERS-R assessment conducted on June 11, 2024 earned a score of 3.16 on the ITERS-R. Due to one of the three assessments earning below a 4.0 the average score could not be determined. The facility is requesting a reassessment to be completed but would like time to prepare for the reassessment. I suggested that they take time to review the assessment with staff and complete any additional training to prepare for reassessment. During today’s visit I left a copy of the application and rated license review request form with you to complete. Due to the time frame of the Temporary License expiring on July 2, 2024, the Star Rated License will need to processed. The facility will earn 2 points in program standards. Education Standards: The administrator earns 7 points. The facility requires 9 lead teachers. The facility requires 7 teachers. When meeting enhanced standards, additional staff within the licensed unit shall meet lead teacher or teacher requirements in Section .2800 of this Chapter as determined by their caregiving role. The facility will earn 2 points in education standards. Quality Point: The facility has earned one quality point by the child care administrator has at least 10 years of documented child care administrative work experience in a licensed program that can be verified by the Division. The facility will earn 1 quality point. I reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The facility has earned a total of 5 points. Paperwork will be submitted to issue a two-star rated license. A new license will be mailed directly to you and must be posted upon receipt. At that time, return the old license to me as it remains the property of the State of North Carolina. The following violations were observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 404 All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In space 3, the staff member did not wash their hands after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 405 A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. In space 3, children were observed not having their hands washed after diaper changing occurred. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c)(2) 419 Activities and allotted times reflected in the schedule were not developmentally appropriate for the children in care. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. GS 110-91(12) 430 The activity plan did not identify activities which allow children to choose to participate with the whole group, part of group, or independent of the group. In space 6, all children were observed engaged in table toys. When children would go to another area of the classroom, they were instructed to come back to the table. Children were not allowed to engage in other areas of the room. .0508(g)(1) 608 Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages. In space 6 and in space 4, children were observed not washing hands after their nose has been wiped. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c) 609 Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items. In space 4, staff were observed not washing hands after wiping children's nose. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/29/24, has not completed a Criminal Background Check through DCDEE. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1048 All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed First Aid training. .1102(c) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. A staff member hired on 1/2/24 has not completed CPR training. .1102(d) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. In space 4, Zakiyyah Harris, hired on 4/ 29/24, did not have a valid qualification letter on file. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. A staff member hired on 1/2/24, did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of hire. .1102(g) Technical Assistance was given on the following: 1. We discussed that new staff should complete First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that new staff without First Aid and CPR be registered for an upcoming training within the first two weeks of employment. 2. We discussed new staff should take Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreat training within 90 days of hire. It is recommended that within the first two weeks of employment, administration allow the new staff member to complete the training during the operating day. ECERS-R 1. Item 3: We discussed having more items in the cozy area and book area that provides a substantial amount of softness. A suggestion is adding a bean bag chair, stuffed animals, or pillows to these areas. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised at all times. 3. Item 10: We discussed that all classrooms and the kitchen area should have an allergy posting for reference. If a classroom does not have any allergies, signage should be posted stating “no known allergies”. Allergy postings should be posted where they are easily seen. 4. Item 11: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between each child’s mat. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, soiled, or wet; clean bedding should be provided. 5. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff that sink should be disinfected between use and when they are used for other purposes. 6. Item 13: We discussed that children should wash their hands upon arrival, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, and before and after sand/water play, and after outside time. 7. Item 14: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. Staff should review the manufactures instructions to determine what the suggested age group is for items in the classroom. ITERS-R 1. Item 3, Item 17, Item 18, Item 28, Item 31: We discussed that children should be allowed to choose if they want to engage in activities. If children choose not to participate in activities, alternate activities and materials should be accessible. 2. Item 4: We discussed rearranging the classroom so that all activity areas are in view from all angles. Children should be adequately supervised. 3. Item 6: We discussed reminding staff to discuss with parents during drop off about the child’s health and safety. 4. Item 7: We discussed drinking water should be available to children throughout the day. Classrooms can be provided with water pictures for access to drinking water in the classrooms. We discussed that tables should be properly cleaned with soapy water and sprayed with disinfectant spray and allowed to air dry for at least two minutes. Tables should be cleaned or sanitized before changing the purpose of use. We discussed reviewing with staff the proper procedures for cleaning and disinfecting tables in the classroom. We discussed reviewing the meal pattern guidelines with staff to ensure that each child has all meal components. 5. Item 8: We discussed reviewing with staff that mats are required to be at least 18 inches apart. Once mats are placed, staff should measure to ensure the proper distance between. Mats should not be stepped on by staff or other children. Staff are encouraged to hand out children’s individual blankets to protect them from contamination. If a child’s blanket becomes contaminated, clean linen should be provided. 6. Item 9: We discussed staff reviewing the diaper changing procedures. The diaper changing poster should be posted in a location that is easy to reference during changes. We discussed staff having all materials in place prior to diaper changing. We discussed that staff and children are required to wash their hands after every diaper change. 7. Item 10: We discussed staff supervising children closely to ensure that items are not being mouthed. If items are mouthed by children, they should be removed from the play area until they are properly cleaned and sanitized. Staff can discuss with children the importance of not putting items in their mouths to prevent the spread of germs. If a child’s pacifier becomes contaminated, it should be properly cleaned before giving it back to the child. Children who display bodily fluid should be attended to within a reasonable time. 8. Item 11: We discussed that children under three years of age should not have access to items that can be easily torn apart, small pieces, or plastic. This is considered a choking hazardous. 9. Item 12: We discussed reviewing with staff age-appropriate ways to redirect children. Redirections poster and positive saying posters can be posted around the classrooms for reference. 10. Item 13: We discussed that children should be attended to at the earliest opportunity to children’s physical and emotional needs. 11. Item 14: We discussed reviewing with staff that when items become worn, torn, or broken that they are removed from the classroom and replaced with additional materials. 12. Item 19 and Item 20: We discussed that classroom daily schedules should be followed to ensure that children are getting the correct amount of free choice time daily. Staff are encouraged to conduct activities in small groups with 2-3 children while allowing other children the opportunity to engage in activity areas. 13. Item 22: We discussed staff incorporating discussions about science or incorporating science activities for children. This can include talking about the weather, blowing bubbles, discussing insects or birds, etc. 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 July 8, 2024, 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 may be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Rebbecca Hayes, Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 954 Taylorsville, NC 28681 rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. 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: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0424-134L Visit Date: 4/17/2024 Number Present: 104 Completed Date: 4/17/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 165 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to obtain information regarding alleged violations of child care requirements. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today’s visit. You, Ashley Washing, Administrator, assisted us with the visit. Staff/child ratio, group size, supervision, use of licensed space, space capacity, license restrictions were monitored during today’s visit. The allegations are as follows: There are concerns regarding staff/child ratios and nutrition. We visited each classroom during today’s visit. Children were observed during free choice activities, outdoor play, and teacher directed activities. We observed infants in the classroom being held for bottle feedings, appropriate diaper changing and handwashing procedures during today’s visit. Infant feeding plans posted on the walls for reference. We spoke with you and asked if you had any concerns with staff/child ratios. You stated that you did not have any concerns. You stated that when a classroom is over ratio staff call up to the front and inform administration that they are over ratio. You stated that an administrator will go to the classroom and move the children to a different room, or an administrator will stay in the classroom until the next staff member arrives. You stated that staff use the iPad to document when children transition from their enrolled classroom to another classroom. We interviewed staff members that work in the classroom for infants. We asked the staff if they had any concerns with staff/child ratios. Staff members reported that they did not have any concerns. Staff stated that when they are over ratio, they call an administrator, and an administrator will come to their classroom to move children around to ensure the staff/child ratio is being met. Staff stated that administrators are prompt to come to the classroom when they call due to being over ratio. Staff stated that when children are transitioned to another classroom it is documented on their paper sign in/out sheet and they transition the child on the iPad. During today’s visit we monitored paper sign in/out sheets and electronic sign in/out through the Bubbles and Friends app. We asked you if you had any concerns regarding nutrition. You stated that you did not have any concerns. You stated that feedings and meals are documented on the app and parents have to access to the app. We interviewed staff members. We asked the staff members if they had any concerns about nutrition. Staff stated that they did not have any concerns. Staff stated that they document meals and feedings in the Bubbles and Friends app. Staff stated that if the app is down, they document feedings on paper and give it to parents at the end of the day. Staff stated that they reference the dry erase board and infant feeding plans posted. We were unable to confirm the allegation based on information received from interviewed staff and observations during today’s visit. Therefore, the allegation regarding staff/child ratios and nutrition was unsubstantiated. The following violation was observed during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In space 11 an opened bag of potting soil was on the floor under the sink .0604(a) Technical Assistance was provided on the following: 1. We discussed staff members conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that hazardous items are properly stored. We discussed that children can use potting soil when the activity is supervised by staff members. Once the activity is complete, the potting soil should be placed 5 feet or locked due to it having the warning “keep out of reach of children”. Consultation was provided on the following: 1. We discussed that during infant feeding times, floaters can assist infant staff members with feedings. This will ensure that infants stay on schedule with their infant feeding plan and all needs are being met in a timely manner. 2. We discussed reviewing with staff that during outdoor play they should be on opposite sides of the playground, engaging with children, and actively supervising. This will ensure that children are safe and monitored efficiently. 3. We discussed reminding staff that although parents electronically sign children in on the Bubbles and Friends app to document children’s arrival time on their paper sign in/out sheet when they arrive and depart the classroom. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2024 Number Present: 94 Completed Date: 3/25/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit has been to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during the second temporary time period visit. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today ’s visit. You, Ashley Washing, Administrator, assisted us with today’s visit. Currently this center operates with a temporary license issued on January 2, 2024, with the following restriction: Daytime care only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed prior to today's visit, and your business Harrisburg Early Learning LLC is current/active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, completing teacher directed activities, transitioning between activities, and completing bathroom routines. All teacher interactions with children were positive and interactive. The center's temporary license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction poster, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, hazardous product storage. Fire drills and playground inspections were completed monthly as required. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 12, 2023, earning a superior rating with zero demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on October 24, 2023. Ten children’s files were monitored. Eleven staff files were monitored. The menu posted was current and had required food components listed for each meal. We reviewed the rated license process with you today. The Quality Point options list was provided to you today. Please send me what quality point you would like to meet for it to be verified and approved. You stated that you have two new staff members starting within the next two weeks. We discussed the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form during today’s visit. Please send me the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License, the Quality Point form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form to me by April 12, 2024. We would need to request the ERS assessment by April 22, 2024, to have it completed and all paperwork processed before your temporary license expires on July 2, 2024. Please ensure that all your staff have their current college education submitted and evaluated by the workforce unit in Raleigh to determine how many education points you will earn on your star rated license. You may request assistance to prepare for the assessments from your local Partnership for Children. You can also access resources for the ERS assessment at www.ncrlap.org. We reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The following violations were documented during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space 2, two children's bottles were not dated. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). One child's infant feeding plan was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In space 6, a bottle of Lysol toilet bowl cleaner with additional warning labels was located on a storage rack in the bathroom used by children. .0604(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 2 one topical ointment did not have a permission to administer topical ointment form. The cream was discarded. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In space 3, a plastic trash bag and box of gloves were located near the changing table. .0604(q) Technical Assistance: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that items labeled keep out of reach of children or items labeled keep out of reach of children with additional warning labels are properly stored. 2. We discussed staff members checking children’s bottles and cups daily to ensure that they are properly labeled and dated. Water bottles that are brought from home and only used for water consumption can be labeled with only the child’s name. 3. We discussed staff ensuring that all topical ointments have permission to administer form on file prior to the cream being left in the classroom for staff members to use. Consultation: 1. We discussed reviewing the permission to administer medication forms with parents to ensure that they are aware of how to properly complete the form. If a medication or topical ointment does not have an expiration date, the question should be answered with “N/A”. When completing the amount on the permission to administer medication, it should be addressed as a visual amount for reference such as a dime size, pea size, quarter size. 2. We discussed using clips or some other type of item to secure excess linen on infant cribs. The sheet should be tight fitting on each mattress. 3. We discussed that water bottles brought from home should contain a lid or cap to prevent contamination. 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. A compliance letter is not due at this time due to the violations being corrected during today's visit. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation
Name of Operation: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2024 Number Present: 94 Completed Date: 3/25/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit has been to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during the second temporary time period visit. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today ’s visit. You, Ashley Washing, Administrator, assisted us with today’s visit. Currently this center operates with a temporary license issued on January 2, 2024, with the following restriction: Daytime care only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed prior to today's visit, and your business Harrisburg Early Learning LLC is current/active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, completing teacher directed activities, transitioning between activities, and completing bathroom routines. All teacher interactions with children were positive and interactive. The center's temporary license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction poster, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, hazardous product storage. Fire drills and playground inspections were completed monthly as required. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 12, 2023, earning a superior rating with zero demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on October 24, 2023. Ten children’s files were monitored. Eleven staff files were monitored. The menu posted was current and had required food components listed for each meal. We reviewed the rated license process with you today. The Quality Point options list was provided to you today. Please send me what quality point you would like to meet for it to be verified and approved. You stated that you have two new staff members starting within the next two weeks. We discussed the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form during today’s visit. Please send me the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License, the Quality Point form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form to me by April 12, 2024. We would need to request the ERS assessment by April 22, 2024, to have it completed and all paperwork processed before your temporary license expires on July 2, 2024. Please ensure that all your staff have their current college education submitted and evaluated by the workforce unit in Raleigh to determine how many education points you will earn on your star rated license. You may request assistance to prepare for the assessments from your local Partnership for Children. You can also access resources for the ERS assessment at www.ncrlap.org. We reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The following violations were documented during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space 2, two children's bottles were not dated. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). One child's infant feeding plan was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In space 6, a bottle of Lysol toilet bowl cleaner with additional warning labels was located on a storage rack in the bathroom used by children. .0604(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 2 one topical ointment did not have a permission to administer topical ointment form. The cream was discarded. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In space 3, a plastic trash bag and box of gloves were located near the changing table. .0604(q) Technical Assistance: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that items labeled keep out of reach of children or items labeled keep out of reach of children with additional warning labels are properly stored. 2. We discussed staff members checking children’s bottles and cups daily to ensure that they are properly labeled and dated. Water bottles that are brought from home and only used for water consumption can be labeled with only the child’s name. 3. We discussed staff ensuring that all topical ointments have permission to administer form on file prior to the cream being left in the classroom for staff members to use. Consultation: 1. We discussed reviewing the permission to administer medication forms with parents to ensure that they are aware of how to properly complete the form. If a medication or topical ointment does not have an expiration date, the question should be answered with “N/A”. When completing the amount on the permission to administer medication, it should be addressed as a visual amount for reference such as a dime size, pea size, quarter size. 2. We discussed using clips or some other type of item to secure excess linen on infant cribs. The sheet should be tight fitting on each mattress. 3. We discussed that water bottles brought from home should contain a lid or cap to prevent contamination. 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. A compliance letter is not due at this time due to the violations being corrected during today's visit. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. 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: THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Facility ID: 13000616 Consultant: REBBECCA HAYES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/25/2024 Number Present: 94 Completed Date: 3/25/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 02:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit has been to monitor your program for compliance with all applicable child care requirements during the second temporary time period visit. Brittany Adams, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me on today ’s visit. You, Ashley Washing, Administrator, assisted us with today’s visit. Currently this center operates with a temporary license issued on January 2, 2024, with the following restriction: Daytime care only. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed prior to today's visit, and your business Harrisburg Early Learning LLC is current/active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. A walkthrough of the indoor and outdoor environment was completed. Children were observed participating in free choice activities, completing teacher directed activities, transitioning between activities, and completing bathroom routines. All teacher interactions with children were positive and interactive. The center's temporary license, NC Child Care law summary, safe arrival and departure procedures, emergency phone numbers, tobacco restriction poster, menu, and Emergency Medical Care Plan were prominently posted. The following was monitored during today’s visit: supervision, staff/child ratios, permit restrictions, group size, capacity, adequate and approved space, hazardous product storage. Fire drills and playground inspections were completed monthly as required. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 12, 2023, earning a superior rating with zero demerits. The last fire inspection was completed on October 24, 2023. Ten children’s files were monitored. Eleven staff files were monitored. The menu posted was current and had required food components listed for each meal. We reviewed the rated license process with you today. The Quality Point options list was provided to you today. Please send me what quality point you would like to meet for it to be verified and approved. You stated that you have two new staff members starting within the next two weeks. We discussed the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form during today’s visit. Please send me the Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License, the Quality Point form, and the Rated License Assessment Request Review form to me by April 12, 2024. We would need to request the ERS assessment by April 22, 2024, to have it completed and all paperwork processed before your temporary license expires on July 2, 2024. Please ensure that all your staff have their current college education submitted and evaluated by the workforce unit in Raleigh to determine how many education points you will earn on your star rated license. You may request assistance to prepare for the assessments from your local Partnership for Children. You can also access resources for the ERS assessment at www.ncrlap.org. We reminded you that programs earning less than a three-star license will not be eligible to receive DSS subsidy funding. The following violations were documented during today's visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. In space 2, two children's bottles were not dated. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). One child's infant feeding plan was not posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 811 Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. In space 6, a bottle of Lysol toilet bowl cleaner with additional warning labels was located on a storage rack in the bathroom used by children. .0604(a) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 2 one topical ointment did not have a permission to administer topical ointment form. The cream was discarded. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In space 3, a plastic trash bag and box of gloves were located near the changing table. .0604(q) Technical Assistance: 1. We discussed staff conducting a walkthrough of their classroom prior to caring for children to ensure that items labeled keep out of reach of children or items labeled keep out of reach of children with additional warning labels are properly stored. 2. We discussed staff members checking children’s bottles and cups daily to ensure that they are properly labeled and dated. Water bottles that are brought from home and only used for water consumption can be labeled with only the child’s name. 3. We discussed staff ensuring that all topical ointments have permission to administer form on file prior to the cream being left in the classroom for staff members to use. Consultation: 1. We discussed reviewing the permission to administer medication forms with parents to ensure that they are aware of how to properly complete the form. If a medication or topical ointment does not have an expiration date, the question should be answered with “N/A”. When completing the amount on the permission to administer medication, it should be addressed as a visual amount for reference such as a dime size, pea size, quarter size. 2. We discussed using clips or some other type of item to secure excess linen on infant cribs. The sheet should be tight fitting on each mattress. 3. We discussed that water bottles brought from home should contain a lid or cap to prevent contamination. 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. A compliance letter is not due at this time due to the violations being corrected during today's visit. You may contact me by phone at (828) 405-8111 or by email at rebbecca.hayes@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor, Erin Pickard, by email at erin.pickard@dhhs.nc.gov, if you have questions. Thank you for your time today. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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