Knightdale Station Preschool

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KNIGHTDALE STATION PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003512 Consultant: MICHELLE EZZELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2025 Number Present: 163 Completed Date: 11/18/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 260 Time In: 09:55 AM Time Out: 02:15 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 compliance during your annual compliance visit. The center currently operates with a 3-star license, operating at 25 sq. ft. inside, & ratios at .2818 (b). My visit was conducted with you, Jennifer, Director. The children were observed participating in teacher-directed activities, free play, playing outside & eating lunch. A checklist was used to monitor compliance. The facility does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. VERIFICATION OF RECORDS: *Last fire inspection-6-4-25 (send me your 2026 inspection within 5 days of completion). *Sanitation inspection 11-14-24 (scan me your 2025-2026 inspections within 5 days). *I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed the owner of the facility (Knightdale Station Preschool, Inc.) listed as current-active. *The Lead water test expires 4-6-27. *The last EPR was updated on 1-9-25. EPR training was completed by Amanda Tripp, Owner, on 11-30-17. *The center uses an approved curriculum, High Scope. The following violation was observed and must be corrected immediately. Email me a corrective action letter by 12-2-25 indicating how the violation has been corrected. Email to michelle.ezzell@dhhs.nc.gov Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Baby wipes that had a warning on the label indicating to "keep out of reach of children" were in unlocked cabinets in space one through four. 2. In space three, unapproved locks were used on a cabinet. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) *****TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/REMINDERS: ******* * APPROVED LOCKS: SANITATION RULE 15A NCAC 18A .2828-STORAGE- Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device. Keys and electronic or magnetic unlocking devices shall be kept out of the reach of a child and shall not be stored in the lock. * Storage of Hazardous Items- Intentional planning of the environment ensures a safe environment has been created which prevents and reduces injuries to young children. Items that require locked storage were improperly stored under the diaper changing tables. It is extremely important that staff take the required time to lock doors, store hazardous items properly either in locked storage or five feet up from the finished floor. *BOOKS-In space 4, the classroom for toddlers had numerous books, although the pages were folded from being washed. We discussed adding additional hardback books in this space. *We discussed eight (8) employees need to be added to the ABCMS portal. The ABCMS portal should be updated every six (6) months. ****QRIS Rated License Reminders***** *Remember to have staff’s education information on file with DCDEE/Workforce and their information must be current in WORKS database. *We discussed you have chosen Pathway 2. You have completed the Family and Community Engagement Standards form and you’re currently working and the CQI form for the facility. You’re working on the CQI for each staff member and staff’s education standards. *You use an approved curriculum and Formative Assessment called, High Scope. Michelle Ezzell, DCDEE Licensing Consultant 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: KNIGHTDALE STATION PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003512 Consultant: NICOLE MILLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0524-062A Visit Date: 5/13/2024 Number Present: 179 Completed Date: 5/13/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 11:32 AM Time Out: 01:47 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. Amanda Tripp, owner, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Tripp, Jennifer Mazariegos, director, and additional staff members. Violation Number Comment Rule 902 Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member yelled, used inappropriate language, and was physically aggressive with her own child, age three, who is an enrolled child, in the presence of other children. G.S. 110-91(10) You may contact me, Nicole Miller, Investigations Consultant, at 919-397-8451 or Nicole.p.miller@dhhs.nc.gov. Ms. Sheronda Harris, Supervisor, may be contacted at sheronda.harris@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 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: KNIGHTDALE STATION PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003512 Consultant: MICHELLE EZZELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/26/2024 Number Present: 162 Completed Date: 3/26/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 11:10 AM Time Out: 02:50 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 compliance during your annual compliance visit. The center currently operates with a 3-star license, operating at 25 sq. ft. inside, & ratios at .2818 (b). My visit was conducted with you, Mrs. Jennifer Marzariegos, Director. The children were observed participating in teacher directed & having a Easter egg hunt. A checklist was used to monitor compliance. The facility does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. VERIFICATION OF RECORDS: *Last fire inspection=8-2-23 (send me your 2024 inspection within 5 days of completion). *Sanitation inspection=3-20-23 (scan me your 2024 inspections). Jennifer stated she contacted the environmental health department for an inspection and the assigned inspector has been out of the office. She is scheduled to come out within two weeks. *The last outdoor inspection was on 3-14-24 & completed by Melissa Freeman. Melissa completed Playground Safety training on 6-10-23. *I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed the owner of the facility (Knightdale Station Preschool, Inc.) listed as current-active. *The last EPR was updated on 2-1-24. EPR training was completed by Amanda Tripp, Owner on 11-30-17. *The center uses High Scope curriculum. The following violations were observed and must be corrected immediately. Email me a corrective action letter by 4-9-24 indicating how the violation has been corrected. Email to michelle.ezzell@dhhs.nc.gov Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Staff/child ratios were not posted in two classrooms. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Two medications did not have a permission slip and five medications did not include the amount or frequency completed on the permission slip. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) *****TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/REMINDERS: ******* *Remember to update the changes made on your staff & training worksheets. *We discussed that proof of CPR & 1st Aid training must be on file for each employee within 90 days of hire. *We discussed the exact name of the medication must be on the permission slip with the amount and frequency of the medication. *Staff/child ratio sheets must be posted in each classroom. *Remember to continue to update your Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan every year and print out the cover page showing the current date. Also, print the pages you made changes to. Failure to log onto the website may result in losing your entire EPR plan. For NCID questions call 919-814-6326 or 919-754-6000. ****Rated License Reminders***** *Your license will be due for renewal in COHORT 1. Your reassessment period is from 7-1-24 to 6-30-25. Remember to have staff’s education information on file with DCDEE/Workforce and their information must be current in WORKS database. PROGRAM STANDARDS: For trainings on environment rating scales go to www.ncrlap@uncg.edu ****Early Educator Certificate (EEC) **** The EEC certificate is optional for staff. Although, it may increase staff’s education points and may help keep or increase the number of STARS the facility has. I highly recommend you contact the NC Institute for Child Development Professionals website at http://ncicdp.org/certification-licensure/certification or by contacting the EEC office at 919-942-7442 or info@nceec.org Michelle Ezzell, DCDEE Licensing Consultant 919-819-9304 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: KNIGHTDALE STATION PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 92003512 Consultant: MICHELLE EZZELL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/23/2023 Number Present: 143 Completed Date: 8/23/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 12:05 PM Time Out: 03:00 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 compliance during your annual compliance visit. Your last annual compliance was on 9-19-22. The center currently operates with a 3-star license, operating at 25 sq. ft. inside, & ratios at .2818 (b). My visit was conducted with you, Mrs. Jennifer Marzariegos, Director. The children were observed participating in teacher directed & free play activities. A checklist was used to monitor for compliance. I monitored for required posted documents, interactions between staff and children, discipline, supervision, group sizes, space capacity, program records, equipment, furnishings, and medications requirements. The facility does not transport children; therefore, these requirements were not monitored. VERIFICATION OF RECORDS: *Last fire inspection=8-2-23 (send me your 2024 inspection within 5 days of completion). *Sanitation inspection=3-20-23 (always scan me your inspections). *The last fire drill was on 7-13-23, lock-down drill was June 29, 2023, and the last outdoor inspection was on 7-13-23 & completed by Melissa Freeman. Melissa completed Playground Safety training on 6-10-23. *I reviewed the NC Secretary of State’s website and observed the owner of the facility (Knightdale Station Preschool, Inc.) listed as current-active. *The last EPR was updated on 2-26-23. EPR training was completed by Amanda Tripp, Owner on 11-30-17. *The center uses High Scope curriculum. The following violations were observed and must be corrected immediately. Email me a corrective action letter by 9-7-23 indicating how the violation has been corrected. Email to michelle.ezzell@dhhs.nc.gov Violation Number Comment Rule 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. One tube of diaper cream and one bottle of sunscreen was on one permission slip; the exact names of these medications were not indicated on the form. The names of the mediation indicated "diaper rash cream" and "sunscreen". 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 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. Proof of completion of 1st Aid could not be located for three staff. .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. Proof of completion of CPR could not be located for three staff. .1102(d) *****TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/REMINDERS: ******* *Remember to update the changes made on your staff & training worksheets. *We discussed that proof of CPR & 1st Aid training must be on file for each employee. Three staff did not have proof of completion on file. *Each individual medication must have a permission to administer medication form. I observed two different medications on the same permission slip. One said Diaper rash cream & sunscreen. We discussed the exact name of the medication must be on the permission slip. *Remember to continue to update your Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Plan every year and print out the cover page showing the current date. Also, print the pages you made changes to. Failure to log onto the website may result in losing your entire EPR plan. For NCID questions call 919-814-6326 or 919-754-6000. ****Rated License Reminders***** *Your license will be due for renewal in COHORT 1. Your reassessment period is from 7-1-24 to 6-30-25. Remember to have staff’s education information on file with DCDEE/Workforce and their information must be current in WORKS database. PROGRAM STANDARDS: For trainings on environment rating scales go to www.ncrlap@uncg.edu ****Early Educator Certificate (EEC) **** The EEC certificate is optional for staff. Although, it may increase staff’s education points and may help keep or increase the number of STARS the facility has. I highly recommend you contact the NC Institute for Child Development Professionals website at http://ncicdp.org/certification-licensure/certification or by contacting the EEC office at 919-942-7442 or info@nceec.org Michelle Ezzell, DCDEE Licensing Consultant 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