ABC Village Academy

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24 due to change of ownership and change of corporate owner. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty percent (80%) as of 4/8/26. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/8/26) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The transportation vehicle was checked for child safety restraints and seat belts, vehicle safety inspection (exp. 6/30/26 for the bus VA-8961), and liability insurance (direct auto insurance exp. 7/10/26). Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 3/7/26. Fire drill: 3/24/26. Fire Inspection: 7/15/26. Sanitation Inspection: 1/30/26. The last documented outdoor checklist was on 3/24/26. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. A follow-up visit will be made within 7 business days. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. A child was not held or placed in a feeding chair or other appropriate apparatus to be fed she was drinking a bottle in the crib. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. One part of the fence is not a minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) Four violations were cited during today’s visit. One corrected during visit. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 4-21-26, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed Adding more books in the toddler classrooms. Make sure you are using the right forms for medications. 10A NCAC 09 .0803 ADMINISTERING MEDICATION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Prescribed medications: (a) shall be stored in the original containers in which they were dispensed with the pharmacy labels A parent's written authorization for the administration of a prescription medication described in Item (2) of this Rule shall be valid for the length of time the medication is prescribed to be taken. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Rated License Information The facility is due to have their rated license completed by September 2026. The facility is currently operating with a Four -star center license with an effective date of 8/7/24. The last Environmental Rating Scale Assessment which was completed on 7/11/19 (ECERS-5.14) 7/11/19 (ITERS- 5.13) SACERS 7/9/19 (4.97) The overall score for this facility was 5.08. The facility has chosen to do pathway 2 classroom and Instructional quality. The owner and I reviewed all the requirements. I received the Application for an Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and once I receive all the required documents, I will do a Rated license visit to process the paperwork to update the license. Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. You were provided with an opportunity today to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Also ncrlap.org has videos and other helpful information on the website. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24 due to change of ownership and change of corporate owner. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty percent (80%) as of 4/8/26. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/8/26) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The transportation vehicle was checked for child safety restraints and seat belts, vehicle safety inspection (exp. 6/30/26 for the bus VA-8961), and liability insurance (direct auto insurance exp. 7/10/26). Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 3/7/26. Fire drill: 3/24/26. Fire Inspection: 7/15/26. Sanitation Inspection: 1/30/26. The last documented outdoor checklist was on 3/24/26. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. A follow-up visit will be made within 7 business days. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. A child was not held or placed in a feeding chair or other appropriate apparatus to be fed she was drinking a bottle in the crib. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. One part of the fence is not a minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) Four violations were cited during today’s visit. One corrected during visit. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 4-21-26, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed Adding more books in the toddler classrooms. Make sure you are using the right forms for medications. 10A NCAC 09 .0803 ADMINISTERING MEDICATION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Prescribed medications: (a) shall be stored in the original containers in which they were dispensed with the pharmacy labels A parent's written authorization for the administration of a prescription medication described in Item (2) of this Rule shall be valid for the length of time the medication is prescribed to be taken. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Rated License Information The facility is due to have their rated license completed by September 2026. The facility is currently operating with a Four -star center license with an effective date of 8/7/24. The last Environmental Rating Scale Assessment which was completed on 7/11/19 (ECERS-5.14) 7/11/19 (ITERS- 5.13) SACERS 7/9/19 (4.97) The overall score for this facility was 5.08. The facility has chosen to do pathway 2 classroom and Instructional quality. The owner and I reviewed all the requirements. I received the Application for an Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and once I receive all the required documents, I will do a Rated license visit to process the paperwork to update the license. Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. You were provided with an opportunity today to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Also ncrlap.org has videos and other helpful information on the website. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24 due to change of ownership and change of corporate owner. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty percent (80%) as of 4/8/26. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/8/26) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The transportation vehicle was checked for child safety restraints and seat belts, vehicle safety inspection (exp. 6/30/26 for the bus VA-8961), and liability insurance (direct auto insurance exp. 7/10/26). Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 3/7/26. Fire drill: 3/24/26. Fire Inspection: 7/15/26. Sanitation Inspection: 1/30/26. The last documented outdoor checklist was on 3/24/26. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. A follow-up visit will be made within 7 business days. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. A child was not held or placed in a feeding chair or other appropriate apparatus to be fed she was drinking a bottle in the crib. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. One part of the fence is not a minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) Four violations were cited during today’s visit. One corrected during visit. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 4-21-26, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed Adding more books in the toddler classrooms. Make sure you are using the right forms for medications. 10A NCAC 09 .0803 ADMINISTERING MEDICATION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Prescribed medications: (a) shall be stored in the original containers in which they were dispensed with the pharmacy labels A parent's written authorization for the administration of a prescription medication described in Item (2) of this Rule shall be valid for the length of time the medication is prescribed to be taken. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Rated License Information The facility is due to have their rated license completed by September 2026. The facility is currently operating with a Four -star center license with an effective date of 8/7/24. The last Environmental Rating Scale Assessment which was completed on 7/11/19 (ECERS-5.14) 7/11/19 (ITERS- 5.13) SACERS 7/9/19 (4.97) The overall score for this facility was 5.08. The facility has chosen to do pathway 2 classroom and Instructional quality. The owner and I reviewed all the requirements. I received the Application for an Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and once I receive all the required documents, I will do a Rated license visit to process the paperwork to update the license. Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. You were provided with an opportunity today to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Also ncrlap.org has videos and other helpful information on the website. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/8/2026 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 4/8/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 300 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 01:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24 due to change of ownership and change of corporate owner. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty percent (80%) as of 4/8/26. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/8/26) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. The transportation vehicle was checked for child safety restraints and seat belts, vehicle safety inspection (exp. 6/30/26 for the bus VA-8961), and liability insurance (direct auto insurance exp. 7/10/26). Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 3/7/26. Fire drill: 3/24/26. Fire Inspection: 7/15/26. Sanitation Inspection: 1/30/26. The last documented outdoor checklist was on 3/24/26. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. A follow-up visit will be made within 7 business days. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. A child was not held or placed in a feeding chair or other appropriate apparatus to be fed she was drinking a bottle in the crib. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. One part of the fence is not a minimum height of 4 feet. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) Four violations were cited during today’s visit. One corrected during visit. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 4-21-26, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed Adding more books in the toddler classrooms. Make sure you are using the right forms for medications. 10A NCAC 09 .0803 ADMINISTERING MEDICATION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Prescribed medications: (a) shall be stored in the original containers in which they were dispensed with the pharmacy labels A parent's written authorization for the administration of a prescription medication described in Item (2) of this Rule shall be valid for the length of time the medication is prescribed to be taken. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Rated License Information The facility is due to have their rated license completed by September 2026. The facility is currently operating with a Four -star center license with an effective date of 8/7/24. The last Environmental Rating Scale Assessment which was completed on 7/11/19 (ECERS-5.14) 7/11/19 (ITERS- 5.13) SACERS 7/9/19 (4.97) The overall score for this facility was 5.08. The facility has chosen to do pathway 2 classroom and Instructional quality. The owner and I reviewed all the requirements. I received the Application for an Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and once I receive all the required documents, I will do a Rated license visit to process the paperwork to update the license. Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. You were provided with an opportunity today to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Also ncrlap.org has videos and other helpful information on the website. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0606 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0804 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1102 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1105 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .3203 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2025 Number Present: 52 Completed Date: 12/4/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 220 Time In: 09:20 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 conduct a Routine Unannounced Visit. Ms. B. Taborn and S. Hayes were present and assisted me during the visit. The program currently operates with a Four-Star Child-Care License that was issued on August 7th, 2024. The last Annual Compliance Visit was conducted on April 30th, 2025. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements was conducted. I monitored all indoor and outdoor spaces. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/1/25. The last shelter and lock down drills were on 11/7/25. The outdoor inspection was done on 10/28/25. Sanitation (4/11/25) and fire (7/15/25) inspections remain current. Transportation requirements were also monitored. Today I reviewed one new staff members’ file. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence) Three children did under 15 months did not have a feeding schedule posted. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 824 Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. Three parts of the fence was not a minimum of 4 feet tall. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A aerosol can was not in a locked room or cabinet in two classrooms. .2820(b) 846 Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. Over the counter medication was not in it's original container or labeled with the expiration date. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Ona child's medication form the date and other information was unclear. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. .0604(q) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. One child's photograph was not in the vehicle used for transporting. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1868 When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule. One of the playground structures did not have enough surfacing at the fall zone. .0605(m)(1-4) 1893 Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member used distance learning to complete first aid and CPR training. 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Ensure that all education information is current in the W.O.R.K.S. database. Education evaluations can take some time to process so beginning the process early will help to ensure we have the accurate information needed when it is time to complete the rated license assessment. The new QRIS options regarding the three Pathways are online. Please go to our website DCDEE to become knowledgeable about the changes that came into effect July 1, 2025. Technical Assistance 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (a) The driver or other staff member in the vehicle shall ensure that all children are transferred to an individual who is indicated on the child's application as specified in Rule .0801(a)(7) of this Chapter or as authorized by the parent. (b) Each center shall establish procedures for pick-up and delivery of children to ensure children are protected from danger and not exposed to risk of harm. These procedures shall be communicated to parents, and a copy shall be posted in the center where they can be seen by the parents. (c) A First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be located in each vehicle used to transport children. The First Aid kit and fire extinguisher shall be mounted or secured if kept in the passenger compartment. (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. (e) The driver shall: (1) be 21 years old or a licensed bus driver; (2) have a valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides; and (3) have no convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the previous three years. Aerosol Cans information keep all corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product that is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in its original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked area when not in use. 10A NCAC 09 .0606 SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES Documents that verify staff member's compliance with visual checks on infants shall be maintained for a minimum of one month. 10A NCAC 09 .1102 HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (a) Child care administrators and staff members shall complete health and safety training within one year of employment, unless the staff member has completed the training within the year prior to beginning employment. Distance learning shall not be permitted for First Aid training. Distance learning shall not be permitted for CPR training. Recognizing and responding to suspicions of child maltreatment is to be taken every 5 years and if a staff member is hired and had previously taken the training, the training has to be less than a year old from the hire date. 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS The outdoor play area shall be protected by a fence. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. The requirement disallowing protrusions on the tops of fences shall not apply to fences six feet high or above. The ensure that all stationary outdoor equipment is anchored and is not installed over concrete or asphalt. Footings that anchor the equipment shall not be exposed; (j) All stationary outdoor equipment more than 18 inches high shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either: (1) loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete; or (2) other materials that have been certified by the manufacturer to be shock-absorbing protective material in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard F 1292, may be used if installed, maintained, and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions. This standard is incorporated by reference and does include subsequent editions. This standard may be found online at https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1292.htm for a cost of sixty-five dollars ($65.00). (k) The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials; 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Pathway 1 Information 10A NCAC 09 .3203 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT PATHWAY FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (a) This Rule shall apply to child care centers, including centers located in a residence, that choose to earn a two through five-star rated license using the program assessment licensure pathway. (g) For a child care center to earn a four-star rated license, the following requirements shall be met: (1) The child care center shall meet either the enhanced ratio requirements set forth in Rule .3208 of this Section or the enhanced space requirements set forth in Rule .3210 of this Section. (2) At least fifty percent of lead teachers and at least fifty percent of educators shall meet the individual education standards at the four-star level, as set forth in Rules .3211, .3212, .3213 .3214, .3215, .3216 and .3218 of this Section, or higher. (3) The child care center shall implement the family and community engagement standards set forth in Rule .3219 of this Section for a four-star rated license. (4) The child care center shall implement the continuous quality improvement standards set forth in Rule .3221 of this Section. (5) All administrators and lead teachers shall complete a structured self-study. (6) The child care center shall request and complete an external program assessment: (A) For any assessment that occurs prior to January 1, 2028, the child care center must earn an average score of 3.5 or higher for its ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 classrooms and an average score of 4.0 or higher for its SACERS-U classrooms. When calculating an average score for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 or SACERS-U, the child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable assessment score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (B) For any assessment that occurs on or after January 1, 2028, a child care center using the ITERS-3, ECERS-3, or SACERS-U assessments must earn an average score of 4.0 or higher by averaging all classroom scores. The child care center may drop one classroom's assessment score, so long as there is at least one additional classroom serving the same age children and that classroom's score is included in the average score. A child care center using an alternative approved program assessment tool shall earn a comparable score based on the tool's scoring scale, as determined by the Commission. (7) Child care centers that are licensed to serve four-year-old children shall implement a curriculum as defined 10A NCAC 09 .0804 INFECTIOUS AND CONTAGIOUS DISEASES (a) Centers may provide care for a mildly ill infant or child older than two months who has a Fahrenheit temperature less than 101 degrees and for infants younger than two months who have a Fahrenheit temperature of less than 100.4 by any method including axillary or orally, so long as the child does not have any of the following: (1) more than two stools above the child's normal pattern and diarrhea is not contained by a diaper or when toilet-trained children are having accidents; (2) two or more episodes of vomiting within a 12 hour period; (3) lice, until completion of first treatment; (4) scabies; (5) chicken pox or a rash suggestive of chicken pox; (6) tuberculosis, until a health professional provides a written statement that the child is not infectious; (7) strep throat, until 12 hours after antibiotic treatment has started and no fever is present; (8) pertussis, until five days after treatment has started; (9) hepatitis A virus infection, until one week after onset of illness or jaundice; (10) impetigo, until 24 hours after treatment has started; (11) a physician's or other health professional's written order that the child be separated from other children; or (12) exclusion for symptoms not included in this list shall be required if the symptoms prevent the child from participating comfortably in activities as determined by staff members of the program or the symptoms result in a need for care that is greater than the staff members can provide without compromising the health and safety of other children. Centers that choose to provide care for mildly ill children shall: (1) follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800, "Sanitation of Child Care Centers", as adopted by the Commission for Public Health; (2) separate from the other children any child who becomes ill while in care or who is suspected of having a communicable disease or condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule until the child leaves the center; (3) notify all parents at enrollment that the center will be providing care for mildly ill children; (4) notify the parent of any child who becomes ill or who is suspected of being ill with a communicable condition other than as described in Paragraph (a) of this Rule that the child is ill and shall leave the center; (5) notify the parent of any mildly ill child in care if the child's condition worsens while the child is in care. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0509 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/30/2025 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 4/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 315 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 02:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued 8/7/24. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty three percent (83%) as of 4/30/25. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on (4/30/25) ABC Village Academy Inc. was listed current- active. A full assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following was observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, quiet time, lunch, transitions, and personal care routines. Some children were not in their enrolled classrooms due to staff being absent. All classrooms were in compliance with staff child ratio. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all new staff files during today’s visit. A Staff and Training Worksheet was e-mailed to Ms. Taborn prior to today’s visit. I received the Staff and Training Worksheet and reviewed it for compliance before today’s visit. A sampling of Children’s files (ten percent of enrollment) was reviewed today. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 2/3/25. Fire drill: 4/14/25. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24;(4/11/25 for the classroom switch). The last documented outdoor checklist was on 4/14/25. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 434 The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The infant and toddler classrooms did not have materials to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) 618 Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. The diaper changing table was not kept free of storage, a aerosol can was on the diaper changing table and accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Several pieces of out door equipment were not in good repair. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. M. Shaw did not have a application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(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. On or before the first day of work a staff member did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Four staff member's did not have an updated annual health questionnaire. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Four staff members emergency information was not updated annually. .0701(a) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Children's emergency medical information was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1323 Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. H. Betts immunization records were not on file, the child started on 3/17/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 5-14-25, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical assistance and a consultation were given to the provider to ensure compliance. Consultation and Technical Assistance The owners and I discussed the following : Staff Reminders Please review the staff and training worksheets. Some staff still have on-going hours to get by 5/17/25. Two children’s diaper creams expire today. Please return to parents and/or discard. Please make sure to use the most updated forms. Order a diaper changing poster for the 1-year-old classroom. Adding emergency medical care information to children’s files who are being transported. Add the cook, Mr. Taborn and new staff member to staff and training worksheet. Make sure outlets are covered with a safety plug when not in use. Two classrooms not in use during today’s visit had outlets that were not covered. The owner did correct this during the visit. Make sure staff have on-going training certificates in notebook Health questionnaires and emergency information are to be updated annually. Using locks for door handles, please contact the fire marshal. Fixing materials and or throwing away broken outdoor materials. Adding more materials in the infant and toddler classrooms. Correct diaper changing procedures. 10A NCAC 09 .1003 SAFE PROCEDURES (d) For each child being transported, identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information, and a copy of the emergency medical care information form required by Rule .0802(c) of this Chapter, shall be in the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. 10A NCAC 09 .0509 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT The learning environment consists of the indoor and outdoor area which encourages child initiated and teacher supported activities as follows: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible on a daily basis; (2) the materials and equipment indoors and outdoors shall be sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences that promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development; (3) teacher-made and home-made equipment and materials may be used. Materials and equipment that are accessible to children shall not be coated or treated with, nor shall they contain, toxic materials such as creosote, pentacholorphenol, tributyl tin oxide, dislodgeable arsenic, or and any finishes that contain pesticides; and (4) developmentally appropriate equipment and materials shall be provided for a variety of outdoor activities that allow for active play and large muscle development. The center shall provide space and time for active indoor activities when children cannot play outdoors. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 DIAPERING AND DIAPER CHANGING FACILITIES (a) In child care centers, children in diapers shall be changed at stations designated for diapering or toileting. Each diaper changing station shall include a handwash lavatory. For child care centers licensed for fewer than 13 children and located in a residence, and for diaper changing areas designated for school age children, a handwash lavatory shall be in or next to the diaper changing area. (b) Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. If diapering is performed on the floor in a toilet room, then a smooth, intact, nonabsorbent barrier that is clean and in good repair shall be placed on the floor to minimize cross-contamination. (c) Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant. Approved disinfectants and detergent solution shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Approved disinfectants that are chlorine disinfecting solutions shall be stored in hand pump spray bottles. No cloths or sponges shall be used on diapering surfaces. (d) Child care center employees shall change a child's diaper as follows: (1) gathering supplies before placing child on diapering surface; (2) donning disposable gloves (if needed); (3) using disposable towelette or moistened paper towel to clean child, wiping front to back; (4) disposing of gloves if used, soiled towelettes and diaper in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (5) wiping the child care center employee's hands and the child's hands each with a separate disposable towelette or moistened paper towel; (6) sliding a clean diaper under the child, applying diapering products if needed, using facial or toilet tissue, and discarding the tissue in a plastic-lined, covered receptacle; (7) fastening the diaper and placing clothing on child; (8) washing child's hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section, or, if child is unable to support the child's head, cleaning the child's hands with a disposable towelette or moistened paper towel, then drying the child's hands and returning the child to a supervised area; (9) spraying entire diapering surface with detergent solution and wipe clean, using disposable paper towels; (10) spraying entire diapering surface with an approved disinfectant and allowing to remain on the surface for two minutes or as specified by the manufacturer, or air dry; and (11) washing hands in accordance with Rule .2803 of this Section even if disposable gloves are used by the child care center employee. (e) Vinyl or latex disposable gloves shall be used by child care center employees during the diaper changing process if the employee's hands have cuts, sores, or chapped skin. (f) Child care center employees may dispose of feces from diapers in the toilet, but shall not rinse soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes. Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be sent to a diaper service or placed in a sealed plastic bag or other sealed container, stored out of reach of children, and sent home with the child on the same day to be laundered. (g) Receptacles containing soiled disposable diapers shall be emptied in a garbage area located outside the child care center building daily. (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1401 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0425-038L Visit Date: 4/8/2025 Number Present: 53 Completed Date: 4/8/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 11:45 AM Time Out: 02:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate and obtain information regarding allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 4-4-25. When I arrived at the facility, the Director/Owners Mr. and Mrs. Taborn were present, and assisted me during today’s visit. Allegation: There are allegations of violations of child care requirements. Today I discussed the concerns stated in the report with the director. This gave the director and staff an opportunity to share information regarding the allegations made. I then conducted a walkthrough of the facility and an observation of all classrooms. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted and restrictions, nurture and care, rough handling and discipline, education of staff. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding violations of child care allegations are Unsubstantiated. One (1) violation (s) was observed during today’s visit; the violation was corrected during today’s visit. The provider had a chance to ask questions to ensure staying in compliance and technical assistance, and resource links were offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 614 Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use. Cots were not placed at least 18 inches apart when in use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(e) The provider and I discussed the following : Technical Assistance During nap time for children ages thirty-one months and older, at least one adult should be physically present in the same room as the children and maximum group size must be maintained. Children over thirty-one months of age can usually be organized to nap on a schedule, but infants and toddlers as individuals are more likely to nap on different schedules. In the event even one child is not sleeping the child should be moved to another activity where appropriate supervision is provided. When there are mixed age groups in the same room, the child:staff ratio and group size should be consistent with the age of most of the children. When infants or toddlers are in the mixed age group, the child:staff ratio and group size for infants and toddlers should be maintained. When combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. When only one caregiver is required to meet the staff/child ratio and children under two years of age are in care, that person shall not concurrently perform food preparation or other duties which are not direct child care responsibilities. Spacing children at least 3 feet apart allows staff to easily reach children during an emergency. Placing children in alternating positions (i.e., one child’s head is next to the other’s feet) reduces interaction, promotes settling during rest periods, and may help reduce the spread of infections. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS (a) In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users. (b) Cribs and play pens used for sleeping shall be kept clean and equipped with a firm, tight-fitting mattress made of waterproof, washable material at least two inches thick. (c) Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. (d) Mats shall be of a waterproof, washable material at least two inches thick and shall be stored so that the side of the mats that makes contact with the floor does not touch the side of a mat that any child sleeps on. The sleeping surface of one child's mat shall not come in contact with the sleeping surface of another child's mat during storage. (e) When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. (f) Linens shall be kept clean, in good repair, and stored with the mat or cot that the linens are assigned to or stored apart from the mattress or cot in a manner that keeps the linens used for each child separate from the linens belonging to other children. Linens shall be laundered between users, when soiled, and otherwise once per week. Linens used in rooms where the children in care are less than 12 months old shall be changed and laundered when soiled and otherwise at least daily. Linens shall be large enough to cover the bed, cot, or mat's sleeping surface. (g) Wash cloths, bibs, and burping cloths shall be laundered after each use. Each time a wash cloth, bib, or burping cloth is used, it shall be used for only one child. Space Requirements and Capacity § 110 91. Mandatory standards for a license. SECTION .1400 - SPACE REQUIREMENTS 10A NCAC 09 .1401 INDOOR SPACE Program Reminders Contact Sanitation about switching your toddler and three-year-old room. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle.” These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Childcare programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/online-trainings/ Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2024 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 12/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:10 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued August 7th, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty nine percent (89%) as of 12/4/24. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. A partial assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following were observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, outdoor play, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all the new staff files (7) during today’s visit. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/2/24. Fire drill: 12/2/24. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/3/24. I also checked the programs transportation van, the insurance (expires 9/23/25) and inspections(expires 6/30/25) are current. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 472 The center did not have materials and equipment in sufficient quantity to ensure that a fifth activity was made available at least once per month. .0510(b) 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Bottles in the infant room refrigerator were not dated and did not have tops. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. Several feeding schedules did not have the date when received by the center or teacher signatures. .0902(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The two refrigerators in both infant rooms did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F of below. They were at 50 degrees F. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 714 Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. The opening on the fence on the school age playground was not less than 3 1/2 inches. .0605(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. Two newly hired staff files did not have a medical report on file prior to 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. One new staff member did have a TB test on file however it was older than 12 months from when they were hired. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A. H medication authorization did not have a date or time frame. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov The compliance letter must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance and Consultation The director and I discussed electrical cords, outlet covers, labels and dates on the bottles, storage of hazardous materials, medication forms, temperature that should be maintained in the refrigerator, activity plans, teacher signatures on the feeding schedules, outdoor environment, staff requirements, and staff files. Outdoor Loose-fill surfacing materials used to provide impact absorption beneath play equipment should be checked frequently to ensure surfacing is of sufficient depth and has not shifted or displaced significantly, especially in areas under swings and slide exits. Missing or displaced loose-fill surfacing should be raked back into proper place or replaced so that a constant depth is maintained throughout the playground. The number one cause of injury on playgrounds falls to the surface. Maintaining the correct depth of loose-fill material is crucial for safety. Surfaces should be shock-absorbing. Cold temperatures may cause “packing,” which causes the surface material to lose shock-absorbing capacity. Maintaining loose fill surfaces provides for proper sanitation. Gates should be equipped with self-closing and positive self-latching closure mechanisms. The latch or securing device should be high enough or of a type such that children cannot open it. The openings in the fence and gates should be no larger than three and one-half inches or greater than 9 inches to prevent entrapment. The fence and gates should be constructed to discourage climbing. Play areas should be secured against inappropriate use when the facility is closed. An effective fence is one that prevents a child from getting over, under, or through it and keeps children from leaving the fenced outdoor play area, except when supervising adults are present. Although fences are not childproof, they provide a layer of protection for children who stray from supervision. Small openings in the fence (no larger than three and one-half inches) prevent entrapment and discourage climbing. Chain link fences allow for climbing when the links are large enough for a foothold. Children are known to scale fences with diamonds or links that are two inches wide. One-inch diamonds are less of a problem. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. All stationary outdoor equipment, more than 18 inches high, shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete. The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials. (2) equipment with a critical height of more than 5 feet, but less than 7 feet, shall have 6 inches of loose surfacing material, except for sand. (3) equipment with a critical height of 7 feet to 10 feet shall have 9 inches of any of the loose surfacing material, except for sand; and (4) when sand is used as a surfacing material for equipment with a critical height of more than 5 feet, 12 inches shall be required. (l) Protective surfacing shall cover the area under and around equipment where a child may fall, referred to as the fall zone. The area for fall zones is as follows: (1) for stationary outdoor equipment used by children under two years of age, the protective surfacing shall extend beyond the external limits of the equipment for a minimum of three feet, except that protective surfacing shall be required at all points of entrance and exit for any structure that has a protective barrier; and (2) for stationary outdoor equipment used by children two years of age or older, the protective surfacing shall extend beyond the external limits of the equipment for six feet. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home shall be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. The parent or health care provider of each child under 15 months of age shall provide the center with an individual written feeding plan for the child. This plan shall be followed at the center. This plan shall include the child's name, be signed by the parent or health care provider, and be dated when received by the center. Each infant's plan shall be modified in consultation with the child's parent or health care provider to reflect changes in the child's needs as he or she develops. The feeding instructions for each infant shall include the type and amount of milk, formula and food, the frequency of feedings and be posted for reference by the caregivers. Cleaning, sanitizing, and/or disinfecting surfaces are important steps in reducing the risk of spreading infectious diseases to children, staff, and visitors in early care and education programs. In most situations, routine cleaning with soap and water is enough to remove dirt and some germs from surfaces. Sanitizing and/or disinfecting may be needed after cleaning to further reduce the risk of spreading illness. Sanitizers and disinfectants need to be applied to a clean surface to work effectively at killing germs. Any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless they are located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Balloons shall be prohibited for children of all ages. A parent may give a caregiver standing authorization for up to 12 months to apply over the counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, to a child, when needed. The authorization shall be in writing and shall contain: (a) the child's name. (b) the names of the authorized ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders. (c) the criteria for the administration of the ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders. (d) the manner in which the ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders shall be applied. (e) the signature of the parent. (f) the date the authorization was signed by the parent; and (g) the length of time the authorization is valid, if less than 12 months. When children under three years old are in care the following apply: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate toys and activities for each child to promote the child's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development, including: (A) books. (B) blocks. (C) dolls. (D) pretend play materials. (E) musical toys. (F) sensory toys; and (G) fine motor toys. In addition to the four activity areas that are available each day, each center shall have materials and equipment in sufficient quantity, Each center ensures that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Medical Report Prior to employment. When submitted, the medical statement shall not be older than 12 months. Tuberculin (TB) Test or Screening The results indicate that the individual is free of active tuberculosis shall be obtained within the 12 months prior to the date of employment. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/4/2024 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 12/4/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 240 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 01:10 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit. Ms. B. Taborn assisted me during the visit. Your program currently operates with a four-star license issued August 7th, 2024. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was eighty nine percent (89%) as of 12/4/24. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. A partial assessment and walk-through of the facility was completed today. The following were observed: license posted, and restrictions followed, summary of law posted, attendance taken daily, emergency medical care plan posted, activity plans posted, daily schedule posted, menus posted, allergies posted, storage of hazardous materials and substances, CPR/First Aid and training completed as required, and Criminal Record Checks completed as required. I also observed children in the indoor and outdoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in centers, outdoor play, transitions, and personal care routines. The caregivers were interacting and meeting the developmental needs for each of the children. I reviewed all the new staff files (7) during today’s visit. Emergency drill log: Shelter and lock down drills on 12/2/24. Fire drill: 12/2/24. Fire Inspection: 7/9/24. Sanitation Inspection: 7/19/24. The last documented playground checklist was on 12/3/24. I also checked the programs transportation van, the insurance (expires 9/23/25) and inspections(expires 6/30/25) are current. Nine violations were cited during today’s visit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 472 The center did not have materials and equipment in sufficient quantity to ensure that a fifth activity was made available at least once per month. .0510(b) 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Bottles in the infant room refrigerator were not dated and did not have tops. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. Several feeding schedules did not have the date when received by the center or teacher signatures. .0902(a) 601 Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The two refrigerators in both infant rooms did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F of below. They were at 50 degrees F. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) 714 Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. The opening on the fence on the school age playground was not less than 3 1/2 inches. .0605(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. Two newly hired staff files did not have a medical report on file prior to 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. One new staff member did have a TB test on file however it was older than 12 months from when they were hired. .0701(a) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. .0605(k)(1-4) 1882 Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A. H medication authorization did not have a date or time frame. .0803(6)(a-i); .0803(7)(a-g); .0803(8)(a-d) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 12-18-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Also, please provide information regarding how the facility will maintain compliance in the future. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov The compliance letter must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance and Consultation The director and I discussed electrical cords, outlet covers, labels and dates on the bottles, storage of hazardous materials, medication forms, temperature that should be maintained in the refrigerator, activity plans, teacher signatures on the feeding schedules, outdoor environment, staff requirements, and staff files. Outdoor Loose-fill surfacing materials used to provide impact absorption beneath play equipment should be checked frequently to ensure surfacing is of sufficient depth and has not shifted or displaced significantly, especially in areas under swings and slide exits. Missing or displaced loose-fill surfacing should be raked back into proper place or replaced so that a constant depth is maintained throughout the playground. The number one cause of injury on playgrounds falls to the surface. Maintaining the correct depth of loose-fill material is crucial for safety. Surfaces should be shock-absorbing. Cold temperatures may cause “packing,” which causes the surface material to lose shock-absorbing capacity. Maintaining loose fill surfaces provides for proper sanitation. Gates should be equipped with self-closing and positive self-latching closure mechanisms. The latch or securing device should be high enough or of a type such that children cannot open it. The openings in the fence and gates should be no larger than three and one-half inches or greater than 9 inches to prevent entrapment. The fence and gates should be constructed to discourage climbing. Play areas should be secured against inappropriate use when the facility is closed. An effective fence is one that prevents a child from getting over, under, or through it and keeps children from leaving the fenced outdoor play area, except when supervising adults are present. Although fences are not childproof, they provide a layer of protection for children who stray from supervision. Small openings in the fence (no larger than three and one-half inches) prevent entrapment and discourage climbing. Chain link fences allow for climbing when the links are large enough for a foothold. Children are known to scale fences with diamonds or links that are two inches wide. One-inch diamonds are less of a problem. The height shall be a minimum of four feet and the top of the fence shall be free of protrusions. All stationary outdoor equipment, more than 18 inches high, shall be installed over protective surfacing. Footings which anchor equipment shall not be exposed. Protective surfacing shall be either loose surfacing material, including wood mulch, double shredded bark mulch, uniform wood chips, fine sand, coarse sand, and pea gravel, except that pea gravel shall not be used if the area will be used by children under three years of age. Loose surfacing material shall not be installed over concrete. The depth of the loose surfacing material shall be based on the critical height of the equipment, which is defined as the maximum height that a child may sit, or stand, as follows: (1) equipment with a critical height of 5 feet or less shall have 6 inches of loose surface materials. (2) equipment with a critical height of more than 5 feet, but less than 7 feet, shall have 6 inches of loose surfacing material, except for sand. (3) equipment with a critical height of 7 feet to 10 feet shall have 9 inches of any of the loose surfacing material, except for sand; and (4) when sand is used as a surfacing material for equipment with a critical height of more than 5 feet, 12 inches shall be required. (l) Protective surfacing shall cover the area under and around equipment where a child may fall, referred to as the fall zone. The area for fall zones is as follows: (1) for stationary outdoor equipment used by children under two years of age, the protective surfacing shall extend beyond the external limits of the equipment for a minimum of three feet, except that protective surfacing shall be required at all points of entrance and exit for any structure that has a protective barrier; and (2) for stationary outdoor equipment used by children two years of age or older, the protective surfacing shall extend beyond the external limits of the equipment for six feet. All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home shall be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. The parent or health care provider of each child under 15 months of age shall provide the center with an individual written feeding plan for the child. This plan shall be followed at the center. This plan shall include the child's name, be signed by the parent or health care provider, and be dated when received by the center. Each infant's plan shall be modified in consultation with the child's parent or health care provider to reflect changes in the child's needs as he or she develops. The feeding instructions for each infant shall include the type and amount of milk, formula and food, the frequency of feedings and be posted for reference by the caregivers. Cleaning, sanitizing, and/or disinfecting surfaces are important steps in reducing the risk of spreading infectious diseases to children, staff, and visitors in early care and education programs. In most situations, routine cleaning with soap and water is enough to remove dirt and some germs from surfaces. Sanitizing and/or disinfecting may be needed after cleaning to further reduce the risk of spreading illness. Sanitizers and disinfectants need to be applied to a clean surface to work effectively at killing germs. Any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled shall be kept in the original container or in another labeled container, used according to the manufacturer's instructions, and stored in a locked storage room or cabinet when not in use. When not in use, electrical outlets and power strips located in space used by children shall have safety outlets or be covered with safety plugs unless they are located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Plastic bags, toys, toy parts small enough to be swallowed, and materials that can be torn apart, such as foam rubber and styrofoam, shall not be accessible to children under three years of age. Balloons shall be prohibited for children of all ages. A parent may give a caregiver standing authorization for up to 12 months to apply over the counter, topical ointments, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders, such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, to a child, when needed. The authorization shall be in writing and shall contain: (a) the child's name. (b) the names of the authorized ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders. (c) the criteria for the administration of the ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders. (d) the manner in which the ointments, repellents, lotions, creams, fluoridated toothpaste, and powders shall be applied. (e) the signature of the parent. (f) the date the authorization was signed by the parent; and (g) the length of time the authorization is valid, if less than 12 months. When children under three years old are in care the following apply: (1) each center shall have developmentally appropriate toys and activities for each child to promote the child's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language development, and communication and cognitive development, including: (A) books. (B) blocks. (C) dolls. (D) pretend play materials. (E) musical toys. (F) sensory toys; and (G) fine motor toys. In addition to the four activity areas that are available each day, each center shall have materials and equipment in sufficient quantity, Each center ensures that each new employee who is expected to have contact with children receives 16 hours of on-site orientation within the first six weeks of employment. As part of this orientation, each new employee shall complete six hours of orientation within the first two weeks of employment. Medical Report Prior to employment. When submitted, the medical statement shall not be older than 12 months. Tuberculin (TB) Test or Screening The results indicate that the individual is free of active tuberculosis shall be obtained within the 12 months prior to the date of employment. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These training courses are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1124-120L Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate and obtain information regarding allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 11-12-24. When I arrived at the facility, the Director/Owners Mr. and Mrs. Taborn were present, and assisted me during today’s visit. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted and restrictions, screen time logs and attendance sheets. During today’s visit I discussed the allegations, and the director, owners and staff were given an opportunity to provide information surrounding the allegations. The allegations are as follows: Allegation 1 There is a concern of inadequate supervision. A classroom of children was left unattended for an unknown amount of time. Observation: During today’s visit I observed all the classrooms and did not observe any supervision issues. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of inadequate supervision, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to one of the administrators she spoke with a parent who stated allegedly there wasn’t a teacher in a child’s classroom where children were present when they dropped their child off. The administrator stated that the parents still left the child in classroom. The administrator stated that she did not witness this alleged incident and wasn’t aware of it until after it allegedly happened. According to all staff interviewed there have not been any incidents of inadequate supervision in any of the classrooms. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Unsubstantiated. Allegation 2 There is a concern that the posted staff/child ratios are not being followed in the early morning hours. Observation: During today’s visit: Space 1 had one teacher with four children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 2 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 3 had two teachers with seven children. The youngest child was 1 year of age. Space 4 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 5 had one teacher with nine children. The youngest child was 3 years of age. Space 6 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 7 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 4 years of age. Space 8 didn’t have any children. During my observations one classroom was not meeting staff/child ratio due to a staff member calling out. This was corrected during today’s visit. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility not following posted staff/child ratios in the early morning hours, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to the administrator all classrooms maintain staff/child ratios, and if a teacher is out of ratio, they will use their walkie talkie to communicate that they need assistance. Staff members who were interviewed stated that the staff/child ratios are always followed and being met. Staff also stated that if a class does get out of ratio, they will contact the administrator by walkie talkie for assistance. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Allegation 3 There is a concern related to screen time. Observations: During my observation I did observe one classroom utilizing screen time on an electric device. The screen time was being used to meet a developmental goal. The staff member showed me the classroom schedule and the activity plan for the week. However, screen time was not documented on the activity plan or schedule. No screen time log was provided or documented for review. Interview: Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility concerning screen time, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. According to the administrator, screen time is used in the early morning for school-age children for approximately 15 minutes. According to some staff members, screen time is not used at all in the classroom. According to one staff member, screen time is used for about 15 minutes 2 to 3 times a week in the classroom. According to the staff member, screen time is relevant to the weekly activity plan. According to one staff member, screen time is used for 15 to 20 minutes almost every day with the whole group, which shows math and alphabets. According to the staff members who utilize screen time, they do not have a screen time log. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Four (4) violations were cited during today’s visit; two were corrected during today’s visit; the provider had a chance to ask questions to ensure staying in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. Minimum staff/child ratio was not met in the infant 2 classroom (space 2). There was one teacher with seven infants under the age of one in this classroom. This was corrected during the visit. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. When screen time was used it was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space #6, which is a combination two and three year old classroom, the consultant observed a tablet propped up in the circle time area playing alphabet songs and video. Children were seated in front of the tablet watching the screen. There was one two year old child present at the time of the consultant's observation. .0510(f) 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. There were uncovered outlets observed in the infant room (space 1), the toddler room (space 3), and the school-aged room (space 8). This was corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 11-27-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance given regarding the unsubstantiated and substantiated allegations Early care and education program staff should actively supervise by watching and hearing all children at all times. Staff should supervise children during all activities, including naps, meals, diaper changes, bathroom breaks (as age appropriate), and outdoor play. Program staff should always be in the same room as the children. Staff should use their understanding of children’s developmental abilities to guide supervision and step in as needed to reduce injuries. Active supervision requires staff to pay close attention to children at all times, including transitions between activities and locations. Staff should be able to hear, see, and find children during all activities. During transitions, staff should account for all children by matching name-to-face to visually identify each child. Appropriate supervision of children is important for their safety, injury prevention, and making sure of quality child care. Program staff must be able to see and hear the children to be ready to help in an emergency. With proper supervision, program staff can quickly remove children from any potential harm. Supervision is important to protect children from physical injury. Regularly counting the children (or active supervision) helps prevent a child from being left unattended, especially when moving between locations. These practices encourage responsive interactions and help program staff understand each child’s strengths and challenges in early care and education programs. During nap time for children ages thirty-one months and older, at least one adult should be physically present in the same room as the children and maximum group size must be maintained. Children over thirty-one months of age can usually be organized to nap on a schedule, but infants and toddlers as individuals are more likely to nap on different schedules. In the event even one child is not sleeping the child should be moved to another activity where appropriate supervision is provided. When there are mixed age groups in the same room, the child:staff ratio and group size should be consistent with the age of most of the children. When infants or toddlers are in the mixed age group, the child:staff ratio and group size for infants and toddlers should be maintained. When combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. When only one caregiver is required to meet the staff/child ratio and children under two years of age are in care, that person shall not concurrently perform food preparation or other duties which are not direct child care responsibilities. In addition to the restrictions specified in 10A NCAC 09 .0713 regarding ages and grouping of children, preschool children aged three and older shall not be grouped with school aged children except for special events or activities such as birthday, holiday, or cultural celebrations and special presentations such as puppet or magic shows, a special story teller, or a discussion of safety practices by a fireman or nurse. Children aged birth to five years may be cared for in groups with older children for the first and last operating hour of the day provided the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group is maintained. Screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. When screen time is provided on any electronic media device with a visual display, it shall be: offered to stimulate a developmental domain in accordance with the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development as referenced in Rule .0508 of this Section; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that shall be available for review by the Division. Screen time, including television, videos, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be offered as a free choice activity; Screen time is prohibited for children under the age of three years. The operator shall offer alternate activities for children under the age of three years. When needed to complete homework assignments, screen time for school-age children may exceed 30 minutes. Children ages 5 and older may need to use digital media in early care and education to complete homework. However, caregivers/teachers should ensure that entertainment media time does not displace healthy activities such as exercise, refreshing sleep, and family time, including meals. For children of all ages, digital media and devices should not be used during meal or snack time, or during nap/rest times and in bed. When offered, digital media should be free of advertising and brand placement, violence, and sounds that tempt children to overuse the product. Caregivers/teachers should communicate with parents/guardians about their guidelines for media use. Caregivers/teachers should take this information into consideration when planning the amount of media use at the child care program to help in meeting daily recommendations. Programs should prioritize physical activity and increased personal social interactions and engagement during the program day. It is important for young children to have active social interactions with adults and children. Media use can distract children (and adults), limit conversations and play, and reduce healthy physical activity, increasing the risk for overweight and obesity. Media should be turned off when not in use since background media can be distracting and reduce social engagement and learning. Overuse of media can also be associated with problems with behavior, limit-setting, and emotional and behavioral self-regulation; therefore, caregivers/teachers should avoid using media to calm a child down. Because children may use digital media before and after attending early care and education settings, limiting digital media use in early care and education settings and substituting developmentally appropriate play and other hands-on activities can better promote learning and skills development. Such an activity is reading. Before today’s visit the facilities compliance, history is at 95%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0713 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1124-120L Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate and obtain information regarding allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 11-12-24. When I arrived at the facility, the Director/Owners Mr. and Mrs. Taborn were present, and assisted me during today’s visit. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted and restrictions, screen time logs and attendance sheets. During today’s visit I discussed the allegations, and the director, owners and staff were given an opportunity to provide information surrounding the allegations. The allegations are as follows: Allegation 1 There is a concern of inadequate supervision. A classroom of children was left unattended for an unknown amount of time. Observation: During today’s visit I observed all the classrooms and did not observe any supervision issues. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of inadequate supervision, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to one of the administrators she spoke with a parent who stated allegedly there wasn’t a teacher in a child’s classroom where children were present when they dropped their child off. The administrator stated that the parents still left the child in classroom. The administrator stated that she did not witness this alleged incident and wasn’t aware of it until after it allegedly happened. According to all staff interviewed there have not been any incidents of inadequate supervision in any of the classrooms. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Unsubstantiated. Allegation 2 There is a concern that the posted staff/child ratios are not being followed in the early morning hours. Observation: During today’s visit: Space 1 had one teacher with four children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 2 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 3 had two teachers with seven children. The youngest child was 1 year of age. Space 4 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 5 had one teacher with nine children. The youngest child was 3 years of age. Space 6 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 7 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 4 years of age. Space 8 didn’t have any children. During my observations one classroom was not meeting staff/child ratio due to a staff member calling out. This was corrected during today’s visit. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility not following posted staff/child ratios in the early morning hours, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to the administrator all classrooms maintain staff/child ratios, and if a teacher is out of ratio, they will use their walkie talkie to communicate that they need assistance. Staff members who were interviewed stated that the staff/child ratios are always followed and being met. Staff also stated that if a class does get out of ratio, they will contact the administrator by walkie talkie for assistance. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Allegation 3 There is a concern related to screen time. Observations: During my observation I did observe one classroom utilizing screen time on an electric device. The screen time was being used to meet a developmental goal. The staff member showed me the classroom schedule and the activity plan for the week. However, screen time was not documented on the activity plan or schedule. No screen time log was provided or documented for review. Interview: Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility concerning screen time, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. According to the administrator, screen time is used in the early morning for school-age children for approximately 15 minutes. According to some staff members, screen time is not used at all in the classroom. According to one staff member, screen time is used for about 15 minutes 2 to 3 times a week in the classroom. According to the staff member, screen time is relevant to the weekly activity plan. According to one staff member, screen time is used for 15 to 20 minutes almost every day with the whole group, which shows math and alphabets. According to the staff members who utilize screen time, they do not have a screen time log. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Four (4) violations were cited during today’s visit; two were corrected during today’s visit; the provider had a chance to ask questions to ensure staying in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. Minimum staff/child ratio was not met in the infant 2 classroom (space 2). There was one teacher with seven infants under the age of one in this classroom. This was corrected during the visit. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. When screen time was used it was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space #6, which is a combination two and three year old classroom, the consultant observed a tablet propped up in the circle time area playing alphabet songs and video. Children were seated in front of the tablet watching the screen. There was one two year old child present at the time of the consultant's observation. .0510(f) 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. There were uncovered outlets observed in the infant room (space 1), the toddler room (space 3), and the school-aged room (space 8). This was corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 11-27-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance given regarding the unsubstantiated and substantiated allegations Early care and education program staff should actively supervise by watching and hearing all children at all times. Staff should supervise children during all activities, including naps, meals, diaper changes, bathroom breaks (as age appropriate), and outdoor play. Program staff should always be in the same room as the children. Staff should use their understanding of children’s developmental abilities to guide supervision and step in as needed to reduce injuries. Active supervision requires staff to pay close attention to children at all times, including transitions between activities and locations. Staff should be able to hear, see, and find children during all activities. During transitions, staff should account for all children by matching name-to-face to visually identify each child. Appropriate supervision of children is important for their safety, injury prevention, and making sure of quality child care. Program staff must be able to see and hear the children to be ready to help in an emergency. With proper supervision, program staff can quickly remove children from any potential harm. Supervision is important to protect children from physical injury. Regularly counting the children (or active supervision) helps prevent a child from being left unattended, especially when moving between locations. These practices encourage responsive interactions and help program staff understand each child’s strengths and challenges in early care and education programs. During nap time for children ages thirty-one months and older, at least one adult should be physically present in the same room as the children and maximum group size must be maintained. Children over thirty-one months of age can usually be organized to nap on a schedule, but infants and toddlers as individuals are more likely to nap on different schedules. In the event even one child is not sleeping the child should be moved to another activity where appropriate supervision is provided. When there are mixed age groups in the same room, the child:staff ratio and group size should be consistent with the age of most of the children. When infants or toddlers are in the mixed age group, the child:staff ratio and group size for infants and toddlers should be maintained. When combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. When only one caregiver is required to meet the staff/child ratio and children under two years of age are in care, that person shall not concurrently perform food preparation or other duties which are not direct child care responsibilities. In addition to the restrictions specified in 10A NCAC 09 .0713 regarding ages and grouping of children, preschool children aged three and older shall not be grouped with school aged children except for special events or activities such as birthday, holiday, or cultural celebrations and special presentations such as puppet or magic shows, a special story teller, or a discussion of safety practices by a fireman or nurse. Children aged birth to five years may be cared for in groups with older children for the first and last operating hour of the day provided the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group is maintained. Screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. When screen time is provided on any electronic media device with a visual display, it shall be: offered to stimulate a developmental domain in accordance with the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development as referenced in Rule .0508 of this Section; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that shall be available for review by the Division. Screen time, including television, videos, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be offered as a free choice activity; Screen time is prohibited for children under the age of three years. The operator shall offer alternate activities for children under the age of three years. When needed to complete homework assignments, screen time for school-age children may exceed 30 minutes. Children ages 5 and older may need to use digital media in early care and education to complete homework. However, caregivers/teachers should ensure that entertainment media time does not displace healthy activities such as exercise, refreshing sleep, and family time, including meals. For children of all ages, digital media and devices should not be used during meal or snack time, or during nap/rest times and in bed. When offered, digital media should be free of advertising and brand placement, violence, and sounds that tempt children to overuse the product. Caregivers/teachers should communicate with parents/guardians about their guidelines for media use. Caregivers/teachers should take this information into consideration when planning the amount of media use at the child care program to help in meeting daily recommendations. Programs should prioritize physical activity and increased personal social interactions and engagement during the program day. It is important for young children to have active social interactions with adults and children. Media use can distract children (and adults), limit conversations and play, and reduce healthy physical activity, increasing the risk for overweight and obesity. Media should be turned off when not in use since background media can be distracting and reduce social engagement and learning. Overuse of media can also be associated with problems with behavior, limit-setting, and emotional and behavioral self-regulation; therefore, caregivers/teachers should avoid using media to calm a child down. Because children may use digital media before and after attending early care and education settings, limiting digital media use in early care and education settings and substituting developmentally appropriate play and other hands-on activities can better promote learning and skills development. Such an activity is reading. Before today’s visit the facilities compliance, history is at 95%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1124-120L Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate and obtain information regarding allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 11-12-24. When I arrived at the facility, the Director/Owners Mr. and Mrs. Taborn were present, and assisted me during today’s visit. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted and restrictions, screen time logs and attendance sheets. During today’s visit I discussed the allegations, and the director, owners and staff were given an opportunity to provide information surrounding the allegations. The allegations are as follows: Allegation 1 There is a concern of inadequate supervision. A classroom of children was left unattended for an unknown amount of time. Observation: During today’s visit I observed all the classrooms and did not observe any supervision issues. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of inadequate supervision, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to one of the administrators she spoke with a parent who stated allegedly there wasn’t a teacher in a child’s classroom where children were present when they dropped their child off. The administrator stated that the parents still left the child in classroom. The administrator stated that she did not witness this alleged incident and wasn’t aware of it until after it allegedly happened. According to all staff interviewed there have not been any incidents of inadequate supervision in any of the classrooms. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Unsubstantiated. Allegation 2 There is a concern that the posted staff/child ratios are not being followed in the early morning hours. Observation: During today’s visit: Space 1 had one teacher with four children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 2 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 3 had two teachers with seven children. The youngest child was 1 year of age. Space 4 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 5 had one teacher with nine children. The youngest child was 3 years of age. Space 6 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 7 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 4 years of age. Space 8 didn’t have any children. During my observations one classroom was not meeting staff/child ratio due to a staff member calling out. This was corrected during today’s visit. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility not following posted staff/child ratios in the early morning hours, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to the administrator all classrooms maintain staff/child ratios, and if a teacher is out of ratio, they will use their walkie talkie to communicate that they need assistance. Staff members who were interviewed stated that the staff/child ratios are always followed and being met. Staff also stated that if a class does get out of ratio, they will contact the administrator by walkie talkie for assistance. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Allegation 3 There is a concern related to screen time. Observations: During my observation I did observe one classroom utilizing screen time on an electric device. The screen time was being used to meet a developmental goal. The staff member showed me the classroom schedule and the activity plan for the week. However, screen time was not documented on the activity plan or schedule. No screen time log was provided or documented for review. Interview: Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility concerning screen time, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. According to the administrator, screen time is used in the early morning for school-age children for approximately 15 minutes. According to some staff members, screen time is not used at all in the classroom. According to one staff member, screen time is used for about 15 minutes 2 to 3 times a week in the classroom. According to the staff member, screen time is relevant to the weekly activity plan. According to one staff member, screen time is used for 15 to 20 minutes almost every day with the whole group, which shows math and alphabets. According to the staff members who utilize screen time, they do not have a screen time log. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Four (4) violations were cited during today’s visit; two were corrected during today’s visit; the provider had a chance to ask questions to ensure staying in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. Minimum staff/child ratio was not met in the infant 2 classroom (space 2). There was one teacher with seven infants under the age of one in this classroom. This was corrected during the visit. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. When screen time was used it was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space #6, which is a combination two and three year old classroom, the consultant observed a tablet propped up in the circle time area playing alphabet songs and video. Children were seated in front of the tablet watching the screen. There was one two year old child present at the time of the consultant's observation. .0510(f) 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. There were uncovered outlets observed in the infant room (space 1), the toddler room (space 3), and the school-aged room (space 8). This was corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 11-27-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance given regarding the unsubstantiated and substantiated allegations Early care and education program staff should actively supervise by watching and hearing all children at all times. Staff should supervise children during all activities, including naps, meals, diaper changes, bathroom breaks (as age appropriate), and outdoor play. Program staff should always be in the same room as the children. Staff should use their understanding of children’s developmental abilities to guide supervision and step in as needed to reduce injuries. Active supervision requires staff to pay close attention to children at all times, including transitions between activities and locations. Staff should be able to hear, see, and find children during all activities. During transitions, staff should account for all children by matching name-to-face to visually identify each child. Appropriate supervision of children is important for their safety, injury prevention, and making sure of quality child care. Program staff must be able to see and hear the children to be ready to help in an emergency. With proper supervision, program staff can quickly remove children from any potential harm. Supervision is important to protect children from physical injury. Regularly counting the children (or active supervision) helps prevent a child from being left unattended, especially when moving between locations. These practices encourage responsive interactions and help program staff understand each child’s strengths and challenges in early care and education programs. During nap time for children ages thirty-one months and older, at least one adult should be physically present in the same room as the children and maximum group size must be maintained. Children over thirty-one months of age can usually be organized to nap on a schedule, but infants and toddlers as individuals are more likely to nap on different schedules. In the event even one child is not sleeping the child should be moved to another activity where appropriate supervision is provided. When there are mixed age groups in the same room, the child:staff ratio and group size should be consistent with the age of most of the children. When infants or toddlers are in the mixed age group, the child:staff ratio and group size for infants and toddlers should be maintained. When combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. When only one caregiver is required to meet the staff/child ratio and children under two years of age are in care, that person shall not concurrently perform food preparation or other duties which are not direct child care responsibilities. In addition to the restrictions specified in 10A NCAC 09 .0713 regarding ages and grouping of children, preschool children aged three and older shall not be grouped with school aged children except for special events or activities such as birthday, holiday, or cultural celebrations and special presentations such as puppet or magic shows, a special story teller, or a discussion of safety practices by a fireman or nurse. Children aged birth to five years may be cared for in groups with older children for the first and last operating hour of the day provided the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group is maintained. Screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. When screen time is provided on any electronic media device with a visual display, it shall be: offered to stimulate a developmental domain in accordance with the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development as referenced in Rule .0508 of this Section; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that shall be available for review by the Division. Screen time, including television, videos, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be offered as a free choice activity; Screen time is prohibited for children under the age of three years. The operator shall offer alternate activities for children under the age of three years. When needed to complete homework assignments, screen time for school-age children may exceed 30 minutes. Children ages 5 and older may need to use digital media in early care and education to complete homework. However, caregivers/teachers should ensure that entertainment media time does not displace healthy activities such as exercise, refreshing sleep, and family time, including meals. For children of all ages, digital media and devices should not be used during meal or snack time, or during nap/rest times and in bed. When offered, digital media should be free of advertising and brand placement, violence, and sounds that tempt children to overuse the product. Caregivers/teachers should communicate with parents/guardians about their guidelines for media use. Caregivers/teachers should take this information into consideration when planning the amount of media use at the child care program to help in meeting daily recommendations. Programs should prioritize physical activity and increased personal social interactions and engagement during the program day. It is important for young children to have active social interactions with adults and children. Media use can distract children (and adults), limit conversations and play, and reduce healthy physical activity, increasing the risk for overweight and obesity. Media should be turned off when not in use since background media can be distracting and reduce social engagement and learning. Overuse of media can also be associated with problems with behavior, limit-setting, and emotional and behavioral self-regulation; therefore, caregivers/teachers should avoid using media to calm a child down. Because children may use digital media before and after attending early care and education settings, limiting digital media use in early care and education settings and substituting developmentally appropriate play and other hands-on activities can better promote learning and skills development. Such an activity is reading. Before today’s visit the facilities compliance, history is at 95%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: GILETTE PARKER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1124-120L Visit Date: 11/14/2024 Number Present: 49 Completed Date: 11/14/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 11:50 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to investigate and obtain information regarding allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 11-12-24. When I arrived at the facility, the Director/Owners Mr. and Mrs. Taborn were present, and assisted me during today’s visit. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. I monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted and restrictions, screen time logs and attendance sheets. During today’s visit I discussed the allegations, and the director, owners and staff were given an opportunity to provide information surrounding the allegations. The allegations are as follows: Allegation 1 There is a concern of inadequate supervision. A classroom of children was left unattended for an unknown amount of time. Observation: During today’s visit I observed all the classrooms and did not observe any supervision issues. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of inadequate supervision, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to one of the administrators she spoke with a parent who stated allegedly there wasn’t a teacher in a child’s classroom where children were present when they dropped their child off. The administrator stated that the parents still left the child in classroom. The administrator stated that she did not witness this alleged incident and wasn’t aware of it until after it allegedly happened. According to all staff interviewed there have not been any incidents of inadequate supervision in any of the classrooms. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Unsubstantiated. Allegation 2 There is a concern that the posted staff/child ratios are not being followed in the early morning hours. Observation: During today’s visit: Space 1 had one teacher with four children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 2 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was under 1 year of age. Space 3 had two teachers with seven children. The youngest child was 1 year of age. Space 4 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 5 had one teacher with nine children. The youngest child was 3 years of age. Space 6 had one teacher with seven children. The youngest child was 2 years of age. Space 7 had one teacher with six children. The youngest child was 4 years of age. Space 8 didn’t have any children. During my observations one classroom was not meeting staff/child ratio due to a staff member calling out. This was corrected during today’s visit. Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility not following posted staff/child ratios in the early morning hours, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. Interview: According to the administrator all classrooms maintain staff/child ratios, and if a teacher is out of ratio, they will use their walkie talkie to communicate that they need assistance. Staff members who were interviewed stated that the staff/child ratios are always followed and being met. Staff also stated that if a class does get out of ratio, they will contact the administrator by walkie talkie for assistance. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Allegation 3 There is a concern related to screen time. Observations: During my observation I did observe one classroom utilizing screen time on an electric device. The screen time was being used to meet a developmental goal. The staff member showed me the classroom schedule and the activity plan for the week. However, screen time was not documented on the activity plan or schedule. No screen time log was provided or documented for review. Interview: Based on the information provided regarding concerns of the facility concerning screen time, I interviewed the administrators and caregivers regarding the allegation. According to the administrator, screen time is used in the early morning for school-age children for approximately 15 minutes. According to some staff members, screen time is not used at all in the classroom. According to one staff member, screen time is used for about 15 minutes 2 to 3 times a week in the classroom. According to the staff member, screen time is relevant to the weekly activity plan. According to one staff member, screen time is used for 15 to 20 minutes almost every day with the whole group, which shows math and alphabets. According to the staff members who utilize screen time, they do not have a screen time log. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the Director, owner, staff and observations, the finding regarding this allegation is Substantiated. Four (4) violations were cited during today’s visit; two were corrected during today’s visit; the provider had a chance to ask questions to ensure staying in compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. Minimum staff/child ratio was not met in the infant 2 classroom (space 2). There was one teacher with seven infants under the age of one in this classroom. This was corrected during the visit. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. When screen time was used it was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. In space #6, which is a combination two and three year old classroom, the consultant observed a tablet propped up in the circle time area playing alphabet songs and video. Children were seated in front of the tablet watching the screen. There was one two year old child present at the time of the consultant's observation. .0510(f) 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. There were uncovered outlets observed in the infant room (space 1), the toddler room (space 3), and the school-aged room (space 8). This was corrected during the visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before 11-27-24, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware that any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. Child Care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Gilette Parker, Child Care Consultant (202 Edinburgh Street) Stem, NC 27581 Gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 Technical Assistance given regarding the unsubstantiated and substantiated allegations Early care and education program staff should actively supervise by watching and hearing all children at all times. Staff should supervise children during all activities, including naps, meals, diaper changes, bathroom breaks (as age appropriate), and outdoor play. Program staff should always be in the same room as the children. Staff should use their understanding of children’s developmental abilities to guide supervision and step in as needed to reduce injuries. Active supervision requires staff to pay close attention to children at all times, including transitions between activities and locations. Staff should be able to hear, see, and find children during all activities. During transitions, staff should account for all children by matching name-to-face to visually identify each child. Appropriate supervision of children is important for their safety, injury prevention, and making sure of quality child care. Program staff must be able to see and hear the children to be ready to help in an emergency. With proper supervision, program staff can quickly remove children from any potential harm. Supervision is important to protect children from physical injury. Regularly counting the children (or active supervision) helps prevent a child from being left unattended, especially when moving between locations. These practices encourage responsive interactions and help program staff understand each child’s strengths and challenges in early care and education programs. During nap time for children ages thirty-one months and older, at least one adult should be physically present in the same room as the children and maximum group size must be maintained. Children over thirty-one months of age can usually be organized to nap on a schedule, but infants and toddlers as individuals are more likely to nap on different schedules. In the event even one child is not sleeping the child should be moved to another activity where appropriate supervision is provided. When there are mixed age groups in the same room, the child:staff ratio and group size should be consistent with the age of most of the children. When infants or toddlers are in the mixed age group, the child:staff ratio and group size for infants and toddlers should be maintained. When combining age groups, the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group shall be maintained for the entire group. When only one caregiver is required to meet the staff/child ratio and children under two years of age are in care, that person shall not concurrently perform food preparation or other duties which are not direct child care responsibilities. In addition to the restrictions specified in 10A NCAC 09 .0713 regarding ages and grouping of children, preschool children aged three and older shall not be grouped with school aged children except for special events or activities such as birthday, holiday, or cultural celebrations and special presentations such as puppet or magic shows, a special story teller, or a discussion of safety practices by a fireman or nurse. Children aged birth to five years may be cared for in groups with older children for the first and last operating hour of the day provided the staff/child ratio for the youngest child in the group is maintained. Screen time/digital media should not be used with children ages 2 and younger in early care and education settings. When screen time is provided on any electronic media device with a visual display, it shall be: offered to stimulate a developmental domain in accordance with the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development as referenced in Rule .0508 of this Section; limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that shall be available for review by the Division. Screen time, including television, videos, video games, and computer usage, shall be prohibited for children under three years of age. When screen time is provided on any electronic device with a visual display, it shall be offered as a free choice activity; Screen time is prohibited for children under the age of three years. The operator shall offer alternate activities for children under the age of three years. When needed to complete homework assignments, screen time for school-age children may exceed 30 minutes. Children ages 5 and older may need to use digital media in early care and education to complete homework. However, caregivers/teachers should ensure that entertainment media time does not displace healthy activities such as exercise, refreshing sleep, and family time, including meals. For children of all ages, digital media and devices should not be used during meal or snack time, or during nap/rest times and in bed. When offered, digital media should be free of advertising and brand placement, violence, and sounds that tempt children to overuse the product. Caregivers/teachers should communicate with parents/guardians about their guidelines for media use. Caregivers/teachers should take this information into consideration when planning the amount of media use at the child care program to help in meeting daily recommendations. Programs should prioritize physical activity and increased personal social interactions and engagement during the program day. It is important for young children to have active social interactions with adults and children. Media use can distract children (and adults), limit conversations and play, and reduce healthy physical activity, increasing the risk for overweight and obesity. Media should be turned off when not in use since background media can be distracting and reduce social engagement and learning. Overuse of media can also be associated with problems with behavior, limit-setting, and emotional and behavioral self-regulation; therefore, caregivers/teachers should avoid using media to calm a child down. Because children may use digital media before and after attending early care and education settings, limiting digital media use in early care and education settings and substituting developmentally appropriate play and other hands-on activities can better promote learning and skills development. Such an activity is reading. Before today’s visit the facilities compliance, history is at 95%. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance 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. Agency Information The North Carolina Child Care Rules and Laws are on the Division’s website. Please visit the Division’s website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ for more information. It is your responsibility to be familiar with and in compliance with these rules and laws. RESOURCES The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. On the Division’s website look under the “SERVICES” tab for “DCDEE Moodle”. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. Additional resource links https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp https://www.childcareaware.org/ https://www.naeyc.org/ https://nrckids.org/CFOC https://www.preventchildabusenc.org/new-recognizing-responding-online-course/. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If you need assistance, I can be reached at gilette.parker@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919-939-7519. My supervisor Kaye Adkins can be reached at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov if you have questions. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .1003 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: NICOLE MILLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0924-224A Visit Date: 9/23/2024 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 9/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. I conducted a walk-through of the facility unaccompanied. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Brittany and Quentin Taborn, owners, and one additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The facility bus did not have a current registration. .1002(b) 1111 All vehicles were not insured for liability as required by state law. The insurance on the facility bus lapsed. .1002(c) 1118 Children were left in a vehicle unattended by an adult. On September 6, 2024, a five-year-old child was left unattended on the facility bus for under five minutes. GS 110-91 (13); .1003(g) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Some of the required information was incomplete for several of the children who are transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1128 For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not use the list to document attendance as children boarded and departed the vehicle. On September 6, 2024, the staff member responsible for transporting school-age children did not ensure all children exited the bus by documenting the children as they departed the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(l) 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: NICOLE MILLER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0924-224A Visit Date: 9/23/2024 Number Present: 45 Completed Date: 9/23/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 02:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of child care requirements at this child care facility. I conducted a walk-through of the facility unaccompanied. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Brittany and Quentin Taborn, owners, and one additional staff member. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. The facility bus did not have a current registration. .1002(b) 1111 All vehicles were not insured for liability as required by state law. The insurance on the facility bus lapsed. .1002(c) 1118 Children were left in a vehicle unattended by an adult. On September 6, 2024, a five-year-old child was left unattended on the facility bus for under five minutes. GS 110-91 (13); .1003(g) 1124 Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Some of the required information was incomplete for several of the children who are transported. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) 1128 For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not use the list to document attendance as children boarded and departed the vehicle. On September 6, 2024, the staff member responsible for transporting school-age children did not ensure all children exited the bus by documenting the children as they departed the vehicle. 10A NCAC 09 .1003(l) 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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: ABC Village Academy Facility ID: 39000270 Consultant: MARCIA HUMPHREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0724-250L Visit Date: 7/29/2024 Number Present: 61 Completed Date: 8/1/2024 Age: From 0 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 12:00 PM Time Out: 01:30 PM Time In: 03:00 PM Time Out: 04:00 PM List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to investigate allegations of non-compliance with the NC Child Care Licensing Requirements received by the agency on 7/22/24 and sent to me on 7/23/24. Gilette Parker, Child Care Licensing Consultant accompanied me during today's visit. When we arrived at the facility, the center director Mrs. Brittany Taborn was present. Mrs. Taborn was in the process of taking school age children on a field trip to the local water park. We observed fifteen school age children coming outside with their teacher as they were gathering their personal belongings. Due to it starting to drizzle upon our arrival Mrs. Taborn decided to cancel the field trip. Limited monitoring of childcare requirements occurred during today’s visit. We monitored supervision, staff/child ratio, adequate /approved space, license posted, restrictions, attendance records and any additional items pertaining to the allegations. During today’s visit I discussed the allegations, and Mrs. Taborn and the current employee in the one year old classroom were given an opportunity to provide information surrounding the allegations (the lead teacher of this classroom was not present during today's visit). Allegation #1: There is a concern of inadequate supervision in the classroom for one-year-old children. Allegation #2: There is a concern that an incident report was not written for a child who was injured while in care. Observation: During today’s visit all classrooms were observed for supervision. The children from the infant to the PreK classroom were observed resting upon arrival. In the one year old classroom specific to the allegation we observed one teacher during rest time supervising nine children. The center director was observed coming back into the building from being on the parked van in front of the building. We observed Mrs. Taborn walking down the hallway and then going into the one year old classroom. I informed Mrs. Taborn that the one year old classroom was out of ratio prior to her walking into the classroom (based on us seeing her on the van). In addition, I observed in classroom space #6 one teacher with eleven children resting on their cots with the youngest child being age one. I informed the caregiver immediately in space #6 that based on a one year old child being present in care, along with the number of children observed present in the classroom there would need to be two teachers present caring for the children. Interviews: According to the teacher currently working in the one year old classroom she informed me that the current concern in the classroom is with a child who bites when they feel like another child is in their territory. I asked how long has this been a concern, she stated a couple of weeks and the lead teacher (who was absent) and herself will keep this child close to them but even with them doing that this child still finds a way to bite. The current teacher stated that it happens so quickly. During rest time I observed this child that bites resting close to the teacher. In addition, the teacher stated that whenever an incident occurred with specific to the child biting another child it was completed on the incident report form and given to the center director Mrs. Taborn. We interviewed Mrs. Taborn and she stated that there has been a concern in this classroom with a child biting. Mrs. Taborn informed us that she talked with the current lead teacher and assistant teacher (who is no longer employed based on attendance concerns) regarding what steps the teachers can implement to prevent the biting from taking place. This meeting with the two teachers took place on July 18th. Mrs. Taborn discussed prevention of biting through closer supervision and watching for signs of the child's frustration or over stimulation. Mrs. Taborn informed me that one of the biting incident occurred on July 15th. The parent of the child that was bit was called according to Mrs. Taborn and this was observed on the incident report form. I informed Mrs. Taborn that there was no parent signature she stated that this was probably due to the lead teacher having left for the day at 4:30pm before the parent/guardian arrived. We also observed two more incident reports where another child was bite on July 17th and 18th. While observing these incident report forms the child's parent was contacted and the parent signature was observed on both forms. Mrs. Taborn informed us that once she reviews any incident report they are given back to the teacher(s) to keep in their classrooms. CONCLUSION: Based on information received from the center director and the one employee from the one year old classroom the findings regarding allegation #1 (supervision) and allegation #2 (incident report) have been determined Unsubstantiated. The violation of staff/child ratio will be cited based on today's observation of two classrooms. This violation is not related to the above complaint allegations received on July 23rd. The following violation was cited: Violation Number Comment Rule 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In the one year old classroom space #3 there was one teacher in the classroom during rest time caring for nine children all age one. In the two year old classroom space #6 there was one teacher caring for eleven children one child age one and ten children age two. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) In order to comply with NC Child Care Laws and Rules any violation cited must be corrected IMMEDIATELY. A Compliance letter must be sent by August 15, 2024. The letter must address each violation cited. Please send to my email address Marcia.Humphrey@dhhs.nc.gov and be sure to include the following (This complaint was officially closed on August 1st once more documentation was received): *Facility Name *Facility ID number *Each Item numbers TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: I informed Mrs. Taborn that it is important that staff/child ratios are being maintained at all times based on the age of the youngest child present in care. This violation was also cited under a different ID number prior to this facilities change of ownership. It is very important that each employee understands that during rest time for classrooms that have children under the age of two that two teachers are present in the classroom. This was observed as a concern during today's visit and mentioned in the observation section for two classrooms. Mrs. Taborn stated that two teachers were let go the week prior and two teachers were out during today's visit. I informed Mrs. Taborn that when teachers don't show up due to prior appointments or emergency situations it will have to be the decision of the administration staff to close the classroom for the day and inform the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the situation. I informed Mrs. Taborn in doing this it keeps the lines of communication open with your families. I discussed with Mrs. Taborn as technical assistance some additional practices that she can share with employee's for children that are biters: *addressing the child when biting occurs talking to the child calmly *explaining to the child that "biting hurts" or "we don't hurt our friends" *help the biter by apologizing or getting a cold cloth for their friend *talk to both parents discussing the problem and making sure any suggestions for the biter align with what steps are taking at school and home Based on a violation of staff/child ratio being cited during today's visit, a return visit will be made to your facility in the very near future to monitor for compliance. If you have any additional questions or concerns I can be reached at (919) 259-5860 or by email at marcia.humphrey@dhhs.nc.gov. My Licensing supervisor can also be reached by email at Kaye.Adkins@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