Little People'S DAY Care

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/14/2025 Number Present: 34 Completed Date: 10/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, and assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued July 31, 2025 earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2025. The last fire inspection was completed on March 31, 2025. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 91 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on July 23, 2025. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were consistently documented. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff member, T. Driver's first day of employment was 8/14/2025. The medical was received after the first day of employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member, T. Driver's first day of employment was August 14, 2025. The TB test was not completed until 9/20/2025. .0701(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for staff member, Taylor Driver. I verified the qualification letter was current in the ABCMS portal. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by October 28, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. We discussed that you have several staff members that are not in WORKS. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions on what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. QRIS – PATHWAY TO THE STARS: The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the July 2025 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted rules to support QRIS modernization. The new section, .3200, provides the standards for earning a two-though five-star-rated license. There are three pathways: program assessment, classroom and instructional quality, and accreditation and head start. To support the QRIS changes, additional rules were amended within the following sections: definitions, developmental day services, and NC Pre-Kindergarten services. Consultants will assist as you begin to review the changes, but please note some of the rule changes may not impact your facility. DCDEE has provided a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes, please ensure you are using the updated July 1, 2025 rule book, and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. Today we discussed the three pathways available. You stated that pathway 2, Classroom and Instructional Quality would be the best option for your program. We reviewed the requirements for this pathway and discussed a timeline to apply for a rated license. We reviewed that you would plan to apply for the rated license by July 2026. EDUCATION STANDARD; We reviewed your staffing and where they may be in the education standards. We discussed that your staff will need to upload transcripts as soon as they complete college classes to ensure we have the latest education and to meet the five star education standard. We reviewed the Continuous Quality Improvement Plan and Professional Development Plan for the facility and for the staff, and the Family and Community Engagement Standards document. I provided you with copies for you to review and complete. We discussed that I would be available for a technical assistance visit, or you can contact me to review or discuss these documents and the process. We reviewed the requirements for using a curriculum for all ages, conducting child observations and coaching and training for administrators. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of July 1, 2025. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/14/2025 Number Present: 34 Completed Date: 10/14/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, and assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued July 31, 2025 earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2025. The last fire inspection was completed on March 31, 2025. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 91 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on July 23, 2025. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were consistently documented. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff member, T. Driver's first day of employment was 8/14/2025. The medical was received after the first day of employment. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member, T. Driver's first day of employment was August 14, 2025. The TB test was not completed until 9/20/2025. .0701(a) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter was not on file for staff member, Taylor Driver. I verified the qualification letter was current in the ABCMS portal. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by October 28, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. We discussed that you have several staff members that are not in WORKS. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions on what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. QRIS – PATHWAY TO THE STARS: The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is excited to share information about the July 2025 child care rule changes. The Child Care Commission adopted rules to support QRIS modernization. The new section, .3200, provides the standards for earning a two-though five-star-rated license. There are three pathways: program assessment, classroom and instructional quality, and accreditation and head start. To support the QRIS changes, additional rules were amended within the following sections: definitions, developmental day services, and NC Pre-Kindergarten services. Consultants will assist as you begin to review the changes, but please note some of the rule changes may not impact your facility. DCDEE has provided a summary of the changes, but for specific details regarding these changes, please ensure you are using the updated July 1, 2025 rule book, and view information in the DCDEE Moodle. If you are unfamiliar with the Child Care Rule Rollout within Moodle and how to navigate, please visit: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Learning-Resources/How-to-Navigate-Moodle. Today we discussed the three pathways available. You stated that pathway 2, Classroom and Instructional Quality would be the best option for your program. We reviewed the requirements for this pathway and discussed a timeline to apply for a rated license. We reviewed that you would plan to apply for the rated license by July 2026. EDUCATION STANDARD; We reviewed your staffing and where they may be in the education standards. We discussed that your staff will need to upload transcripts as soon as they complete college classes to ensure we have the latest education and to meet the five star education standard. We reviewed the Continuous Quality Improvement Plan and Professional Development Plan for the facility and for the staff, and the Family and Community Engagement Standards document. I provided you with copies for you to review and complete. We discussed that I would be available for a technical assistance visit, or you can contact me to review or discuss these documents and the process. We reviewed the requirements for using a curriculum for all ages, conducting child observations and coaching and training for administrators. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of July 1, 2025. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/23/2025 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 7/23/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with the applicable child are requirements for an Annual Compliance visit and to transition this program from a Probationary License to a Five Star Center license. Today’s visit was completed with S. Perry, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. Staff/training worksheets were received prior to the visit. Currently this center operates with a Probationary License, issued August 14, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on June 12, 2025. The last fire inspection was completed on March 31, 2025. Although the inspection was completed prior to the expiration of the previous inspection, a copy was not provided to the Division. As a reminder, the inspection must be provided to the consultant within 7 days of the inspection. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 91% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. Adequate materials were available in all classrooms. Enrolled infants were observed participating in tummy time, routine care needs met, and interacting with caregivers. The documented violations were reviewed with you at the conclusion of visit and a copy of the computer-generated visit summary was reviewed with you and a copy was provided to you. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. 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. The fire inspection was completed within 12 months of the previous inspection; however, the inspection was not provided to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. The inspection was received during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 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. Staff members J. Hinson and L. Tiller did not complete the required training prior to the expiration of the previous training. J. Hinson's training expired 6/2025. The new training was taken 7/9/2025. L. Tiller's training expired 5/2025 and the new training was taken 7/9/2025. .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. Staff members J. Hinson and L. Tiller did not complete the required training prior to the expiration of the previous training. J. Hinson's training expired 6/2025. The new training was taken 7/9/2025. L. Tiller's training expired 5/2025 and the new training was taken 7/9/2025. .1102(d) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member, M. Johnson did not complete the required number of hours required. The hire date was 6/19/2024. Twenty hours of on-going training was required by 6/19/2025 and 8.5 hours were received. .1103(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by August 6, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions on what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. QRIS Modernization Update: On June 26th, the North Carolina Rules Review Commission (RRC) approved the QRIS Modernization rules adopted by the NC Child Care Commission during their April meeting. The Division of Child Development and Early Education is preparing a summary of the rules, an online training module for Moodle, and an implementation plan. A webinar will be scheduled later this month to share the implementation plan and will also provide resources that can assist you with understanding the new rules. The implementation plan will allow time for administrators/operators to learn and understand the different pathways and the changes within our system. We encourage you to visit the QRIS Modernization page on the DCDEE website to learn more now, and, if you have not already completed the QRIS survey, we’d love to hear from you. The information you provide will help us know how we can best serve you in preparing for this transition. SETTING UP AN EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT Tuesday, August 19 | 7-8 p.m. Meeting Link: https://ccrinc.zoom.us/j/3677997738 Meeting ID: 367 799 7738 Join to talk about ideal ways to set up your classroom, daily schedules, how to organize centers, making rules, and job charts. Join us in the discussion of strategies to use in the new year. A free, talk-to-the-experts webinar, presented by Healthy Social Behaviors Helpline advisors! RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of November 1, 2024. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/18/2025 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 2/18/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 270 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with the applicable child are requirements for an Annual Compliance visit. Today’s visit was completed with S. Perry, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. Staff/training worksheets were received prior to the visit. Currently this center operates with a Probationary License, issued August 14, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 13, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on April 1, 2024. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 84% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. Adequate materials were available in all classrooms. Enrolled infants were observed participating in tummy time, routine care needs met, and interacting with caregivers. The documented violations were reviewed with you at the conclusion of visit and a copy of the computer-generated visit summary was reviewed with you and a copy was provided to you. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 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. Staff member B. Miller has not completed the required training. The employment date was 6/25/2024 and was required to be completed by 9/25/2024. .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. Staff member B. Miller has not completed the required training. The employment date was 6/25/2024 and was required to be completed by 9/25/2024. .1102(d) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child did not have a medical assessment on file and available for review. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 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. Staff member L. Tiller and A. Locklear's hire date was 2/14/24 and the required training was completed on 6/12/24 for both staff members. The training was required by 5/14/24. Staff member B. Miller has not completed the required training. The employment date was 6/25/2024 and the training was required by 9/25/24. .1102(g) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by March 4, 2025, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. DCDEE WORKS: Please continue to keep your Staff and Training worksheets up to date. Update the worksheets when changes are made, such as hiring new staff, additional coursework, and completed training. If the education information is not in the “WORKS” system when the star-rated license is reassessed it could affect the points in Education Standards. Please contact the WORKS department if you have questions on what is needed. The information is below 919-814-6350 or dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov. START RATED LICENSE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT RATING SYSTEM (QRIS) UPDATE: The Governor signed 12 bills on July 8, 2024. Including the Adjustments to the Appropriations Act (SB 357), which includes the $67.5 million for reduced compensation payments for the first two quarters of FY 24-25 and the DHHS Agency Bill (Senate Bill 425) which includes the QRIS provisions: • QRIS modernization (3 new pathways to stars) is now approved (SB 425). • Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS is implemented (SB 425). Providers in Cohort 1 are not required to go any further with a rated license assessment unless they want to, and providers in Cohort 2 do not need to start their preparation year unless they want to. • SB 425 does mean that programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies can move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation certificate for processing. • SB 425 also requires that we move to the ERS-3 versions for ECCERS. ITERS and FCCERS, effective February 1, 2025. Self-paced online training modules regarding the new assessments will be available in September 2024. • SB 357 provides $67.5 million dollars to continue a reduced level of funding for the compensation portion only of the Child Care Stabilization Grant. Funding is designated for the first two quarters of FY 2024-25 and provides only about 75% of funding needed to maintain compensation payment amounts provided through ARPA funding which ended June 30, 2024. DCDEE will continue to utilize the NC FAST Stabilization Grant portal to distribute funds. CRMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-AMBCMS PORTAL: 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 on 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 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. RESOURCES: PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. The NC child care rules were last updated as of November 1, 2024. • The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov • NC Child Care Health & Safety Resource Center www.healthychildcare.unc.edu. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 9/17/2024 Number Present: 37 Completed Date: 9/17/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Probationary License, issued August 14, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on April 1, 2024. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 85 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There has been one (1) new staff member, D. Stanley, hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Although a staff/training worksheet was not available for the new staff; the personnel file was monitored today. All staff requirements were in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas, and completing transitions and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were consistently documented. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 405 A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. Two children were observed having a diaper change completed. After the diaper change was completed, the children returned to the table where they were sitting, without washing their hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c)(2) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There were holes in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. These holes were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by October 1, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: ABCMS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM INFORMATION: North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. To get started, complete the ABCMS Child Care Provider Portal Training in Moodle—a video tutorial followed by a few questions. CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS HELPLINE: The Challenging Behaviors Helpline is a free service offered by Child Care Resources Inc. for early childhood educators, in both child care centers and family child care homes in North Carolina to connect with experts in preventing and addressing challenging behaviors in the classroom. We offer three easy ways to connect! 1. A toll-free helpline staffed by Behavior Support Advisors Monday through Friday 9am-6pm at 1-888-600-1685 select Option 1. 2. Submit your questions online any time and choose to receive a call or email in response. Join our free online network on Social Emotional Connections where you can post a message to be answered by a Behavior Support Advisor in the Talk to the Expert group, participate in Q&A sessions, and learn about upcoming webinars. CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. RESOURCES: The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/12/2024 Number Present: 41 Completed Date: 6/12/2024 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during this Routine Unannounced Visit. You, Shelia Perry, Owner/Administrator, were present, assisted with today’s visit, and you were available for consultation at the conclusion of the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. The last sanitation inspection was completed on February 21, 2024. The last fire inspection was completed on March 15, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 86 % over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. There have been 2 new staff members have been hired since the Annual Compliance visit completed on February 21, 2024. Those staff files were monitored today. While monitoring the two staff files, violations were documented. Children throughout the facility were participating in group time, free play in activity areas with blocks and manipulatives, outside on climbing structures, and personal care routines. Enrolled infants were observed napping, interacting with caregivers, and having routine care needs met. Visual sleep checks were not consistently documented, administered medication was not documented on the medication administration document, and a current activity plan was not posted in this space. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. Violations documented were reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy of the visit summary was provided to you. The following violations were documented: 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. The approved fire inspection report was not submitted to DCDEE within one week of the inspection. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Arrival times were documented on 6/12/2024, for 4 enrolled children in space 1. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current activity plan was not available for space 3. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in space 4, did not have a thermometer; therefore, the temperature of the refrigerator could not be verified. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 620 All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The wall in space 1, 2, and 4 had peeling paint and chipping paint from the baseboards. 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool playground, holes were in the vinyl siding causing sharp edges. There was a riding toy that was cracked. The riding toy was removed from the playground. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 842 A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space 1, a container of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the child's parent. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) 851 When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information. In space 3, documentation was not completed when medication was administered. .0803(13)(a-e); .2318(3) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space 3, caregivers did not consistently document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants. In two weeks, there were 4 children that did not have visual sleep checks completed according to child care requirements. .0606(g) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff members Tiffany Deaver and Makaylah Johnson do not have medical report on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staff member Makaylah Johnson does not have a TB test or screening indicating no active TB on file. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of mulch on the preschool playground measured less than 1 inch. .0605(k)(1-4) 1879 Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. In space 1, a prescribed medication was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i-v) 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. Staff member Lily Tiller did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days. The training was required to be completed by 5/14/2024. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Staff member, Jennifer Hinson did not complete the health and safety trainings within one year of employment. The medications training was not completed as a part of the required trainings. .1102(a) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 26, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. RESOURCES: CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA): Child Development Associate® (CDA) coursework now available at NO COST to North Carolina early education professionals! NC early care and learning professionals currently employed by a licensed NC child care facility are eligible for a free Professional Development Teacher Membership from Teaching Strategies. Unlimited Quorum courses included with every membership: • Complete your CDA coursework with Teaching Strategies • Over 400 hours of online coursework included • Courses in English and Spanish • Bilingual Help Desk available through Quorum Help Sponsored by the Division of Child Development and Early Education Preschool Development Grant. CDA Assessment Scholarship available through the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina Scholarship Program to cover 100% of the CDA book and assessment fee for authorized scholarship recipients. Sign up now to get started on your professional development journey! PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. CONTACT INFORMATION: TINA JONES – 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. Please contact me if you have any questions concerning today’s visit or any child care requirement. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for an Annual Compliance visit and to complete a rated license assessment. Today’s visit was completed with S. Kennedy, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. Staff/training worksheets were received prior to the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. Prior to the sanitation inspection completed today, the last sanitation inspection was completed on January 25, 2023. Today’s sanitation inspection had a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on March 3, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 76% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. Adequate materials were available in all classrooms. Enrolled infants were observed participating in tummy time, routine care needs met, and interacting with caregivers. Due to connection issues, a one-page visit summary was provided and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy was provided to you. Upon returning to the office, a computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violation of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The facilities last sanitation inspection was dated 1/25/2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Daily departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The required drills were not practiced every three months from the time period of 4/3/2023 through 12/12/2023. A drill was completed on 4/3/2023, 8/17/2023, and 12/12/2023. These drills were completed every 4 months and not every 3 months as required. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. .1102(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. .1103(b) 1911 An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required. An incident that occurred on 12/18/2023, that needed medical attention, was not submitted to the child care consultant with 7 calendar days. The report was provided during the visit. .0802(f) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by March 6, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. STAR-RATED LICENSE STATUS: During today’s visit, we discussed your program is in Co-Hort 1; however, you are not required to complete the Environmental Rating Scale assessment in your planning year. Today you informed me that your program is going to wait until your Reassessment year to complete the assessment. The preparation year is an opportunity to focus on your Star Rated License and consider strategies to help maintain or increase your star rating. So many changes and challenges for programs across the state have occurred due to the pandemic, it will likely be helpful to set aside dedicated time to consider areas where refresher information might be helpful. For the Education Component: First, since you do not plan to have the Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted as part of your Prep year reassessment, you only need to ensure your staff’s most updated education is in WORKS. I can only use the information in WORKS when computing the education of your staff. Here is the hyperlink to access the portal to WORKS on our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS For the Program Component: NCRLAP has the following resources and training available on their website: • Here is the hyperlink to the Thinking More About resources: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/ • Here is the hyperlink to videos you and your staff may find helpful: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Videos/ • NCRLAP offers contact hour earning online training. Go to https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Training/Register/ to see their scale related training as well as additional trainings covering special topics such as language and interactions, outdoor learning environments, and requirements for materials in family child care homes. • Megan Porter, State Anchor, can provide personalized, on-site ERS focused trainings for programs upon request. She can be reached at meporter@uncg.edu Other Resources Available to You: Finally, be sure to reach out to your Quality Consultants at your local Partnership. They can also provide technical assistance on room arrangement, transitions, interactions, substantial portion of the day, schedules, etc. Stephanie Sullivan - ssullivan@lgpfc.org Taylor Bowen - tbowen@lgpfc.org RULES REVIEW: ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. As a reminder, arrival and departure times must be logged as the children arrive and depart. LOCK DOWN / SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS: I observed the lock down / shelter-in-place documentation that showed that a drill was completed 4/2023, 8/2023, and again 12/2023. We reviewed that drills are required to be completed every 3 months. The drills completed were completed every 4 months. INCIDENT REPORT: An incident occurred at the facility on 12/18/2023, in which a child had to receive medical attention. The incident report was completed; however, a copy of this report was never provided to me. Today you provided me a copy of the report. As a reminder, anytime a child receives medical attention due to an incident that occurs at the facility, the incident report must be submitted to the child care consultant within 7 calendar days. STAFF RECORDS: The following violations were documented in staff records: -One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. -Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. -One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. -Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. To ensure you are meeting all the required due dates, I encouraged you to utilize the staff records checklist found on the Division's website. I also encouraged you to have staff file reviews periodically to ensure all required documentation is available. REQUIRED WATER TESTING: Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection under Rule .2834(b) of this Section. Please visit www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina for instructions. PROVIDER ACCESS TO THE BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: Beginning February 1, child care administrators can access the Automated Background Check Management System (ABCMS) This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Access to the ABCMS requires the successful completion of a Moodle course consisting of a short video followed by a test. Links and additional details will be provided in the next issue of the newsletter provided by the Division PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. RESOURCES: The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for an Annual Compliance visit and to complete a rated license assessment. Today’s visit was completed with S. Kennedy, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. Staff/training worksheets were received prior to the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. Prior to the sanitation inspection completed today, the last sanitation inspection was completed on January 25, 2023. Today’s sanitation inspection had a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on March 3, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 76% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. Adequate materials were available in all classrooms. Enrolled infants were observed participating in tummy time, routine care needs met, and interacting with caregivers. Due to connection issues, a one-page visit summary was provided and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy was provided to you. Upon returning to the office, a computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violation of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The facilities last sanitation inspection was dated 1/25/2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Daily departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The required drills were not practiced every three months from the time period of 4/3/2023 through 12/12/2023. A drill was completed on 4/3/2023, 8/17/2023, and 12/12/2023. These drills were completed every 4 months and not every 3 months as required. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. .1102(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. .1103(b) 1911 An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required. An incident that occurred on 12/18/2023, that needed medical attention, was not submitted to the child care consultant with 7 calendar days. The report was provided during the visit. .0802(f) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by March 6, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. STAR-RATED LICENSE STATUS: During today’s visit, we discussed your program is in Co-Hort 1; however, you are not required to complete the Environmental Rating Scale assessment in your planning year. Today you informed me that your program is going to wait until your Reassessment year to complete the assessment. The preparation year is an opportunity to focus on your Star Rated License and consider strategies to help maintain or increase your star rating. So many changes and challenges for programs across the state have occurred due to the pandemic, it will likely be helpful to set aside dedicated time to consider areas where refresher information might be helpful. For the Education Component: First, since you do not plan to have the Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted as part of your Prep year reassessment, you only need to ensure your staff’s most updated education is in WORKS. I can only use the information in WORKS when computing the education of your staff. Here is the hyperlink to access the portal to WORKS on our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS For the Program Component: NCRLAP has the following resources and training available on their website: • Here is the hyperlink to the Thinking More About resources: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/ • Here is the hyperlink to videos you and your staff may find helpful: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Videos/ • NCRLAP offers contact hour earning online training. Go to https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Training/Register/ to see their scale related training as well as additional trainings covering special topics such as language and interactions, outdoor learning environments, and requirements for materials in family child care homes. • Megan Porter, State Anchor, can provide personalized, on-site ERS focused trainings for programs upon request. She can be reached at meporter@uncg.edu Other Resources Available to You: Finally, be sure to reach out to your Quality Consultants at your local Partnership. They can also provide technical assistance on room arrangement, transitions, interactions, substantial portion of the day, schedules, etc. Stephanie Sullivan - ssullivan@lgpfc.org Taylor Bowen - tbowen@lgpfc.org RULES REVIEW: ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. As a reminder, arrival and departure times must be logged as the children arrive and depart. LOCK DOWN / SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS: I observed the lock down / shelter-in-place documentation that showed that a drill was completed 4/2023, 8/2023, and again 12/2023. We reviewed that drills are required to be completed every 3 months. The drills completed were completed every 4 months. INCIDENT REPORT: An incident occurred at the facility on 12/18/2023, in which a child had to receive medical attention. The incident report was completed; however, a copy of this report was never provided to me. Today you provided me a copy of the report. As a reminder, anytime a child receives medical attention due to an incident that occurs at the facility, the incident report must be submitted to the child care consultant within 7 calendar days. STAFF RECORDS: The following violations were documented in staff records: -One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. -Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. -One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. -Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. To ensure you are meeting all the required due dates, I encouraged you to utilize the staff records checklist found on the Division's website. I also encouraged you to have staff file reviews periodically to ensure all required documentation is available. REQUIRED WATER TESTING: Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection under Rule .2834(b) of this Section. Please visit www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina for instructions. PROVIDER ACCESS TO THE BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: Beginning February 1, child care administrators can access the Automated Background Check Management System (ABCMS) This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Access to the ABCMS requires the successful completion of a Moodle course consisting of a short video followed by a test. Links and additional details will be provided in the next issue of the newsletter provided by the Division PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. RESOURCES: The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-86 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/21/2024 Number Present: 44 Completed Date: 2/21/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for an Annual Compliance visit and to complete a rated license assessment. Today’s visit was completed with S. Kennedy, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. Staff/training worksheets were received prior to the visit. Currently this center operates with a Five Star License, issued April 6, 2023, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component (meeting enhanced space and ratios) and 1 Quality point based on the program having a staff benefits package and an infrastructure of parental involvement. Prior to the sanitation inspection completed today, the last sanitation inspection was completed on January 25, 2023. Today’s sanitation inspection had a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on March 3, 2023. Little People’s Daycare, INC. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, this corporation remains Current and Active. Prior to making any changes in the corporation status, please contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. The corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 76% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. As a reminder, a compliance score of 75% or higher to maintain a child care license. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. Adequate materials were available in all classrooms. Enrolled infants were observed participating in tummy time, routine care needs met, and interacting with caregivers. Due to connection issues, a one-page visit summary was provided and reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit and a copy was provided to you. Upon returning to the office, a computer-generated visit summary will be emailed to you. I used the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care and the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violation of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 104 Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The facilities last sanitation inspection was dated 1/25/2023. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b) 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Daily departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 1052 Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. .1103(a) 1811 Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The required drills were not practiced every three months from the time period of 4/3/2023 through 12/12/2023. A drill was completed on 4/3/2023, 8/17/2023, and 12/12/2023. These drills were completed every 4 months and not every 3 months as required. .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) 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. Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. .1102(g) 1898 Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. .1102(a) 1899 Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. .1103(b) 1911 An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required. An incident that occurred on 12/18/2023, that needed medical attention, was not submitted to the child care consultant with 7 calendar days. The report was provided during the visit. .0802(f) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by March 6, 2024, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. STAR-RATED LICENSE STATUS: During today’s visit, we discussed your program is in Co-Hort 1; however, you are not required to complete the Environmental Rating Scale assessment in your planning year. Today you informed me that your program is going to wait until your Reassessment year to complete the assessment. The preparation year is an opportunity to focus on your Star Rated License and consider strategies to help maintain or increase your star rating. So many changes and challenges for programs across the state have occurred due to the pandemic, it will likely be helpful to set aside dedicated time to consider areas where refresher information might be helpful. For the Education Component: First, since you do not plan to have the Environment Rating Scale (ERS) conducted as part of your Prep year reassessment, you only need to ensure your staff’s most updated education is in WORKS. I can only use the information in WORKS when computing the education of your staff. Here is the hyperlink to access the portal to WORKS on our website: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS For the Program Component: NCRLAP has the following resources and training available on their website: • Here is the hyperlink to the Thinking More About resources: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/ • Here is the hyperlink to videos you and your staff may find helpful: https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Videos/ • NCRLAP offers contact hour earning online training. Go to https://ncrlap.org/Resources/Training/Register/ to see their scale related training as well as additional trainings covering special topics such as language and interactions, outdoor learning environments, and requirements for materials in family child care homes. • Megan Porter, State Anchor, can provide personalized, on-site ERS focused trainings for programs upon request. She can be reached at meporter@uncg.edu Other Resources Available to You: Finally, be sure to reach out to your Quality Consultants at your local Partnership. They can also provide technical assistance on room arrangement, transitions, interactions, substantial portion of the day, schedules, etc. Stephanie Sullivan - ssullivan@lgpfc.org Taylor Bowen - tbowen@lgpfc.org RULES REVIEW: ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIMES: Departure times were not consistently maintained in space 4. Three children did not have departure times documented on 2/20/2024. As a reminder, arrival and departure times must be logged as the children arrive and depart. LOCK DOWN / SHELTER-IN-PLACE DRILLS: I observed the lock down / shelter-in-place documentation that showed that a drill was completed 4/2023, 8/2023, and again 12/2023. We reviewed that drills are required to be completed every 3 months. The drills completed were completed every 4 months. INCIDENT REPORT: An incident occurred at the facility on 12/18/2023, in which a child had to receive medical attention. The incident report was completed; however, a copy of this report was never provided to me. Today you provided me a copy of the report. As a reminder, anytime a child receives medical attention due to an incident that occurs at the facility, the incident report must be submitted to the child care consultant within 7 calendar days. STAFF RECORDS: The following violations were documented in staff records: -One staff member, Katlyn Howard, with an employment date of 2/17/2023, has not completed the required health and safety trainings. -Teacher, Catrice Lewis' date of employment was 5/1/2023. She has not taken the required training that was due within 90 days of 5/1/2023. -One staff member, Brandy Reece, completed the previous health and safety trainings on 4/2018. The health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of the previous trainings. -Staff member, Katlyn Howard did not receive the required number of hours of on-going training according to the education and experience. Ten of the required twenty (20) hours have been completed. The required on-going training was due by 2/17/2024. To ensure you are meeting all the required due dates, I encouraged you to utilize the staff records checklist found on the Division's website. I also encouraged you to have staff file reviews periodically to ensure all required documentation is available. REQUIRED WATER TESTING: Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection under Rule .2834(b) of this Section. Please visit www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina for instructions. PROVIDER ACCESS TO THE BACKGROUND CHECK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: Beginning February 1, child care administrators can access the Automated Background Check Management System (ABCMS) This access will allow providers to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff roster. Access to the ABCMS requires the successful completion of a Moodle course consisting of a short video followed by a test. Links and additional details will be provided in the next issue of the newsletter provided by the Division PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective January 2024. RESOURCES: The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1223-212A Visit Date: 12/22/2023 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 12/22/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 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. Haley Stallings accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Stallings and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was responsible for supervising nine children ages one to three years old. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. The Division of Child Development and Early Education determined child maltreatment based on supervision needs of children. GS 110-105.6(a) 1864 Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate. Staff members allowed a one-year-old child to play on equipment that was not developmentally appropriate and the child was injured. .0605(a) 1865 The operator did not maintain the manufacturer's instructions on file electronically or in paper format for any outdoor play structures purchased or installed on or after September 1, 2017. The operator was unable to produce the manufacturer's instructions, paper or electronic, to determine the appropriate age range for the outdoor play equipment. .0605(b) You may contact me Katisha Farmer, Investigations Consultant, 252 373-8547, email Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Supervisor, Corrie Davenport at corrie.davenport@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

GS 110-105 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1223-212A Visit Date: 12/22/2023 Number Present: 10 Completed Date: 12/22/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:00 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. Haley Stallings accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Stallings and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff member was responsible for supervising nine children ages one to three years old. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. The Division of Child Development and Early Education determined child maltreatment based on supervision needs of children. GS 110-105.6(a) 1864 Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate. Staff members allowed a one-year-old child to play on equipment that was not developmentally appropriate and the child was injured. .0605(a) 1865 The operator did not maintain the manufacturer's instructions on file electronically or in paper format for any outdoor play structures purchased or installed on or after September 1, 2017. The operator was unable to produce the manufacturer's instructions, paper or electronic, to determine the appropriate age range for the outdoor play equipment. .0605(b) You may contact me Katisha Farmer, Investigations Consultant, 252 373-8547, email Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Supervisor, Corrie Davenport at corrie.davenport@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

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-206A Visit Date: 11/20/2023 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 11/20/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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. Haley Stallings, Assistant Director accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Stallings and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. No violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On October 11, 2023, staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child when the child opened the gate, exited the playground, and walked around the front of the facility without the staff members' knowledge. .1801(a)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child which created an unsafe environment and placed the child at significant risk of harm. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. On October 11, 2023, two staff members were responsible for 21 children, aged one to nine years old. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.The Division of Child Development and Early Education determined child maltreatment based on supervision needs of children. GS 110-105.6(a) 1864 Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate. Staff members allowed a one-year-old child to play on equipment that was not developmentally appropriate. .0605(a) You may contact me Katisha Farmer, Investigations Consultant, 252 373-8547, email Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Supervisor, Corrie Davenport at corrie.davenport@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

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-206A Visit Date: 11/20/2023 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 11/20/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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. Haley Stallings, Assistant Director accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Stallings and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. No violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On October 11, 2023, staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child when the child opened the gate, exited the playground, and walked around the front of the facility without the staff members' knowledge. .1801(a)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child which created an unsafe environment and placed the child at significant risk of harm. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. On October 11, 2023, two staff members were responsible for 21 children, aged one to nine years old. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.The Division of Child Development and Early Education determined child maltreatment based on supervision needs of children. GS 110-105.6(a) 1864 Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate. Staff members allowed a one-year-old child to play on equipment that was not developmentally appropriate. .0605(a) You may contact me Katisha Farmer, Investigations Consultant, 252 373-8547, email Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Supervisor, Corrie Davenport at corrie.davenport@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

GS 110-105 · Violation

Name of Operation: LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE Facility ID: 5455055 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-206A Visit Date: 11/20/2023 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 11/20/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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. Haley Stallings, Assistant Director accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Stallings and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. No violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On October 11, 2023, staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child when the child opened the gate, exited the playground, and walked around the front of the facility without the staff members' knowledge. .1801(a)(1-5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Staff members failed to adequately supervise a one-year-old child which created an unsafe environment and placed the child at significant risk of harm. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. On October 11, 2023, two staff members were responsible for 21 children, aged one to nine years old. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 1810 There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.The Division of Child Development and Early Education determined child maltreatment based on supervision needs of children. GS 110-105.6(a) 1864 Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate. Staff members allowed a one-year-old child to play on equipment that was not developmentally appropriate. .0605(a) You may contact me Katisha Farmer, Investigations Consultant, 252 373-8547, email Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Supervisor, Corrie Davenport at corrie.davenport@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