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North Cove Elementary Preschool

401 American Thread Road, Marion NC 28752 · License #59000161 · Child Care Center

Five Star Center License
Capacity 18 childrenAges 3 yr – 5 yr5-Star programLast inspected Mar 24, 2026
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  • 5-Star quality rating
  • Does not accept subsidy
  • Licensed for 18 children
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Mar 24, 2026 — Announced
No violations cited
Clean
Nov 18, 2025 — Annual Comp Full
2 violations cited
2 violations
  • Violation

    10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

    Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 11/18/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 10:55 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 applicable child care requirements, including Health & Safety, during an Annual Compliance visit. You, Ms. Autry, new principal and Kathrine Hoyle substitute, assisted with the visit. The purpose of the visit was explained to you when I arrived. A five-star license was issued on June 1, 2022. The following Restrictions were in compliance: Daytime care only, enhanced ratios, enhanced space, enhanced ratios minus one. A checklist was used to monitor items for compliance. The classroom and outdoor playground area were monitored during today’s visit. Children were observed during indoor free play activities, bathroom/handwashing routines, a teacher directed activity, lunch, nap and departure. Staff interacted in positive ways with the children. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/6/25. A Superior classification was issued with zero (2) demerits noted. The fire marshal conducted an inspection on 12/10/24. The facility is approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was completed on 10/16/25. The program uses the school Emergency Response Plan. A Lockdown drill was conducted on 9/19/25. The last playground inspection was conducted on 10/30/25. Lead water testing was conducted on 5/30/24. Lead Paint and Asbestos have been completed. Two new staff files were reviewed. One (1) existing staff file were reviewed, using the DPI verification form, with no violations. A sample of children’s files were reviewed using the DPI verification form, with no violations. None of the enrolled children had medication NC Pre-K requirements were in compliance. Two violations were documented and discussed with you today. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, one electrical outlet located under the white board did not have a safety plug, one electrical outlet located on the wall near the direct exit did not have a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. One EC staff ate lunch at the table in the cafeteria with the children. She had a can of Dr. Pepper soft drink on the table while she ate. One staff, in space #1, had a can of Mountain Dew soft drink on the desk in the classroom. .0901(i) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2025. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Mail to the address listed below or email the information to: gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was at 98% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance score is 100%. Technical assistance: #812 All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with safety plugs at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. One electrical outlet located under the white board did not have a safety. cover, one electrical outlet located on the wall near the direct exit did not have a safety cover TA-I suggested you keep extra safety plugs in the classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered and check the plugs throughout the day. #1792 - Staff must role model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming only food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements outlined in the Meal Patterns for Children while in the presence of children in care. Staff may not consume any items not outlined in the above-mentioned requirements in the classroom. One EC staff ate lunch at the table with the children. She had can of Dr. Pepper soft drink on the table while she ate. One staff had a can of Mountain Dew on the desk in the classroom. TA- I suggested staff review nutritional guidelines and drink or consume only foods or beverages that meet the guidelines. Staff may choose to use containers with lids. Consultation: -We reviewed your ABCMS provider portal facility roster. The Provider portal facility roster information should continue to 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. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -We discussed the QRIS rated license system. You stated that your facility are unsure about the Pahway and need to discuss it with additional school personel. You are new to the school and in the process of hiring a Lead Teacher. You said you would rather discuss the Pathway after a teacher is in place. A TA visit can be scheduled. -Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy Mcgalliard, tammymcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at: (828) 782-0858 or Gail Dula P O Box 1598 Morganton NC 28655 Gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

  • Violation

    NC GS 110-90 · Violation

    Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 11/18/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 235 Time In: 10:55 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 applicable child care requirements, including Health & Safety, during an Annual Compliance visit. You, Ms. Autry, new principal and Kathrine Hoyle substitute, assisted with the visit. The purpose of the visit was explained to you when I arrived. A five-star license was issued on June 1, 2022. The following Restrictions were in compliance: Daytime care only, enhanced ratios, enhanced space, enhanced ratios minus one. A checklist was used to monitor items for compliance. The classroom and outdoor playground area were monitored during today’s visit. Children were observed during indoor free play activities, bathroom/handwashing routines, a teacher directed activity, lunch, nap and departure. Staff interacted in positive ways with the children. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 10/6/25. A Superior classification was issued with zero (2) demerits noted. The fire marshal conducted an inspection on 12/10/24. The facility is approved for daytime care only. The last fire drill was completed on 10/16/25. The program uses the school Emergency Response Plan. A Lockdown drill was conducted on 9/19/25. The last playground inspection was conducted on 10/30/25. Lead water testing was conducted on 5/30/24. Lead Paint and Asbestos have been completed. Two new staff files were reviewed. One (1) existing staff file were reviewed, using the DPI verification form, with no violations. A sample of children’s files were reviewed using the DPI verification form, with no violations. None of the enrolled children had medication NC Pre-K requirements were in compliance. Two violations were documented and discussed with you today. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space #1, one electrical outlet located under the white board did not have a safety plug, one electrical outlet located on the wall near the direct exit did not have a safety plug. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 1792 Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. One EC staff ate lunch at the table in the cafeteria with the children. She had a can of Dr. Pepper soft drink on the table while she ate. One staff, in space #1, had a can of Mountain Dew soft drink on the desk in the classroom. .0901(i) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2025. I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Mail to the address listed below or email the information to: gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violations documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was at 98% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance score is 100%. Technical assistance: #812 All electrical outlets and power strips not in use must be kept covered with safety plugs at all times unless located behind furniture that cannot be moved by a child. One electrical outlet located under the white board did not have a safety. cover, one electrical outlet located on the wall near the direct exit did not have a safety cover TA-I suggested you keep extra safety plugs in the classroom to ensure outlets and power strips are kept covered and check the plugs throughout the day. #1792 - Staff must role model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming only food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements outlined in the Meal Patterns for Children while in the presence of children in care. Staff may not consume any items not outlined in the above-mentioned requirements in the classroom. One EC staff ate lunch at the table with the children. She had can of Dr. Pepper soft drink on the table while she ate. One staff had a can of Mountain Dew on the desk in the classroom. TA- I suggested staff review nutritional guidelines and drink or consume only foods or beverages that meet the guidelines. Staff may choose to use containers with lids. Consultation: -We reviewed your ABCMS provider portal facility roster. The Provider portal facility roster information should continue to 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. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. -We discussed the QRIS rated license system. You stated that your facility are unsure about the Pahway and need to discuss it with additional school personel. You are new to the school and in the process of hiring a Lead Teacher. You said you would rather discuss the Pathway after a teacher is in place. A TA visit can be scheduled. -Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy Mcgalliard, tammymcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of NC. If you have questions, please contact me at: (828) 782-0858 or Gail Dula P O Box 1598 Morganton NC 28655 Gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Apr 15, 2025 — Routine Unannounced
1 violation cited
1 violation
  • Violation

    NC GS 110-90 · Violation

    Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2025 Number Present: 14 Completed Date: 4/15/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety. The visit was conducted with you, Mindy Hughes, Lead Teacher. The purpose of the visit was reviewed with you. A substitute was also working. This program currently operates with a five-star rated license effective June 1,2022. The permit restrictions were in compliance. I observed children during outdoor gross motor play, handwashing/bathroom routines, a teacher directed activity. Supervision and staff/child ratios in compliance. One new staff file was reviewed with no violations. The last monthly fire drill was practiced on 3/13/25. The last monthly playground inspection was completed on 3/7/2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on 10/28/2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 9 demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent lead water test results were completed on 5/30/24. Lead testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on 12/10/24. None of the enrolled children had medication. One violation was observed today. Violation Number Comment Rule 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. A substitute, present today, had not signed the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) The above violation was corrected during the visit. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above, noncompliance, may lead to an administrative action. Technical Assistance: #1874 All staff members who care for children up to five (5) years of age must review the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy prior to the staff member caring for children. An acknowledgment of receipt and review must be on file. The acknowledgement of this review shall contain: (1) the individual’s name; (2) the date the center’s policy was given and explained to the individual; (3) the individual’s signature; and (4) the date the individual signed the acknowledgment. One substitute, present today, had not signed the Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. TA- We discussed reviewing the policy with each new staff member including substitutes and the acknowledgement signed immediately and then placed in each staff member’s file prior to caring for children. This was corrected during the visit. Compliance History As discussed, violations cited today and/or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Your program must maintain a compliance score of at least 75%. The center's compliance history was at 97% prior to today’s visit. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Consultation: -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . At the completion of the visit, the summary was reviewed with you and a copy given to you. Thank you for your time today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at: Gail Dula Child Care Consultant P.O. Box 1598 Morganton NC 28655 (828)782-0858 gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Dec 3, 2024 — Unannounced
No violations cited
Clean
May 2, 2024 — Unannounced
No violations cited
Clean
Nov 2, 2023 — Annual Comp Full
2 violations cited
2 violations
  • Violation

    10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

    Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/2/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 11/2/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:15 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 visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Mindy Hughes, Lead Teacher. Your program currently operates with a five star license June 1, 2022. The permit restrictions were in compliance. One classroom was observed and monitored. The outdoor gross motor area was also monitored. I observed children in care during free play activities, hand washing, transition to lunch and out door gross motor play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. One staff file information was reviewed using the DPI verification form. One staff has recently returned from medical leave. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on January 10, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 3 demerits. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 4, 2023. The facility was approved for day time care. Medication was in compliance. NC Pre-K requirements were in compliance. Two violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. A fire inspection was conducted on 10/4/23. The previous inspections was conducted on 8/2/22. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The metal fence surrounding the playground had peeling paint in a number of places. .0601(c) The above uncorrected violations must be brought into compliance immediately. You shall submit a written, signed and dated statement to me at the address below detailing specifically how the above violation(s) was corrected. Send a correction action letter to me by November 16, 2023. Include the facility name, ID# and the title of the person signing the documentation. Compliance History As discussed, violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Your program must maintain a compliance score of at least 75% as required by G.S. 110-90 (4)(c). your compliance before today’s visit was 100%. Technical assistance: #106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. A fire inspection was conducted on 10/4/23. The previous inspection was conducted on 8/2/22. I suggested an inspection be schedule in September of the next school year. #705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The metal fence surrounding the playground had peeling paint in a number of places. Playground inspections also indicated peeling paint. I suggested contacting maintenance about checking for peeling paint and repairs. Consultation or other topics discussed today (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): --We discussed substitutes. Health & Safety training must be completed after the 10th day a substitute works. Shaken Baby policy must be signed on the first day and a copy of the Qualifying letter must be on file on day one. -Training is available on the Moodle website. You said you are having trouble accessing training you have completed. Here’s the link and the directions to enroll in the 2023 Medication in Child Care training modules: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=96 Click the link above. The 2023 Medication in Child Care training title will appear in the menu on the left side of the screen under “My Courses”. When the page loads, click “2023 Module 1” to begin Part 1 of the course. Click “2023 Module 2” to begin Part 2 of the course. Click “2023 Evaluation” to complete the course training. Print the training certificate when the course is completed. -For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you and will be emailed to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during today’s visit. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammymcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 828-782-0858 or at Gail Dula P O Box 1598 Morganton NC 28655 Gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

  • Violation

    G.S. 110-90 · Violation

    Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/2/2023 Number Present: 13 Completed Date: 11/2/2023 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:15 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 visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance visit. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Mindy Hughes, Lead Teacher. Your program currently operates with a five star license June 1, 2022. The permit restrictions were in compliance. One classroom was observed and monitored. The outdoor gross motor area was also monitored. I observed children in care during free play activities, hand washing, transition to lunch and out door gross motor play. Supervision and staff/child ratios were in compliance. One staff file information was reviewed using the DPI verification form. One staff has recently returned from medical leave. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on January 10, 2023. A superior sanitation classification was issued with 3 demerits. The most recent fire inspection for your facility was conducted on October 4, 2023. The facility was approved for day time care. Medication was in compliance. NC Pre-K requirements were in compliance. Two violations were documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. A fire inspection was conducted on 10/4/23. The previous inspections was conducted on 8/2/22. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The metal fence surrounding the playground had peeling paint in a number of places. .0601(c) The above uncorrected violations must be brought into compliance immediately. You shall submit a written, signed and dated statement to me at the address below detailing specifically how the above violation(s) was corrected. Send a correction action letter to me by November 16, 2023. Include the facility name, ID# and the title of the person signing the documentation. Compliance History As discussed, violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to an administrative action. Your program must maintain a compliance score of at least 75% as required by G.S. 110-90 (4)(c). your compliance before today’s visit was 100%. Technical assistance: #106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. A fire inspection was conducted on 10/4/23. The previous inspection was conducted on 8/2/22. I suggested an inspection be schedule in September of the next school year. #705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. The metal fence surrounding the playground had peeling paint in a number of places. Playground inspections also indicated peeling paint. I suggested contacting maintenance about checking for peeling paint and repairs. Consultation or other topics discussed today (the following items reviewed were in compliance today): --We discussed substitutes. Health & Safety training must be completed after the 10th day a substitute works. Shaken Baby policy must be signed on the first day and a copy of the Qualifying letter must be on file on day one. -Training is available on the Moodle website. You said you are having trouble accessing training you have completed. Here’s the link and the directions to enroll in the 2023 Medication in Child Care training modules: https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=96 Click the link above. The 2023 Medication in Child Care training title will appear in the menu on the left side of the screen under “My Courses”. When the page loads, click “2023 Module 1” to begin Part 1 of the course. Click “2023 Module 2” to begin Part 2 of the course. Click “2023 Evaluation” to complete the course training. Print the training certificate when the course is completed. -For the latest information on child care rules and regulations, please visit the Division of Child Development and Early Education's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ . This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. At the completion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you and will be emailed to you. Thank you for your time and assistance during today’s visit. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard, tammymcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at 828-782-0858 or at Gail Dula P O Box 1598 Morganton NC 28655 Gail.dula@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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  1. 1The Nov 18, 2025 inspection noted: “Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2025 Number…” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Apr 15, 2025 inspection noted: “Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/15/2025 Number…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Nov 2, 2023 inspection noted: “Name of Operation: NORTH COVE ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Facility ID: 59000161 Consultant: GAIL DULA Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/2/2023 Number…” — what has changed since then?

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