10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This facility operates first and second shift. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and currently listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Teachers were observed actively engaged. Children had access to the following centers, art, fine motor and blocks. Children were served milk, cheese and turkey sandwiches, pears, and corn for lunch. Snack consisted of animal crackers and milk. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping and snack time routines. At the end of the visit Mrs. Mcclendon arrived and we briefly discussed pathways. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07-07-2025 The last fire inspection was conducted 02-10-2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted 02-27-2026. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 12-19-2026 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/27/2026. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 88%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff started on 8/27/25, medical exam was on 9/23/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff started on 8/27/25 6 weeks orientation was completed on 10/27/25. .1101(a) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. New staff did not have evidence of this requirement. .1102(d) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. Staff and training worksheet was not available or completed, and documents needed to verify education, EPR review and other trainings were not available, as well as the NCABCMS criminal background system print out. .2318(1-8) 1921 Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. Staff start 8/27/25, training was received on 1/15/26. .2510(j) Comments: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by March 17, 2026. The suggested format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected - AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Rated License/ New QIRS: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. You must be rated under the new pathways before December 31, 2026. DCDEE has the webinar on Moodle, and additional information on the website. Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERSU), Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3203 *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings, if you change your mind. Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices, Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205. This pathway is of most interest to you. If you have everything completed before May, contact me. If not, everything must be completed before October. The commission meeting will be held in March and will decide on the appropriate curriculums for the school age programs. Start researching curriculums and assessments, as you need to have started using and been trained on said curriculum/assessments. Begin compiling and maintaining documentation for: • Family and Community Engagement • Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) • Individual Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Education: NCID and NCWORKS Verification All programs should ensure that every staff member maintains a valid NCID and NCWORKS account. Please do not rely solely on verbal confirmation from staff. Administrators should: • Obtain each staff member’s NCWORKS ID for the education worksheet; or • Maintain a printed NCWORKS verification letter in the employee’s file. This step is critical. As evaluation requests increase, incomplete or inaccurate education documentation could negatively impact your star rating. Please note: Your license level will be determined by the lowest star category earned. For example, if education qualifies at a two-star level, the overall license issued will be a two-star license. Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities: List of agencies accepted by DCDEE for Pathway three. Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schoolshttps://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. www.NCRLAP.org This website contains information about the new Rating scales 3rd edition. Ebony Duncan, Licensing Supervisor, Office: 704-594-0043, ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

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10A NCAC 09 .3203 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This facility operates first and second shift. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and currently listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Teachers were observed actively engaged. Children had access to the following centers, art, fine motor and blocks. Children were served milk, cheese and turkey sandwiches, pears, and corn for lunch. Snack consisted of animal crackers and milk. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping and snack time routines. At the end of the visit Mrs. Mcclendon arrived and we briefly discussed pathways. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07-07-2025 The last fire inspection was conducted 02-10-2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted 02-27-2026. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 12-19-2026 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/27/2026. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 88%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff started on 8/27/25, medical exam was on 9/23/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff started on 8/27/25 6 weeks orientation was completed on 10/27/25. .1101(a) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. New staff did not have evidence of this requirement. .1102(d) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. Staff and training worksheet was not available or completed, and documents needed to verify education, EPR review and other trainings were not available, as well as the NCABCMS criminal background system print out. .2318(1-8) 1921 Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. Staff start 8/27/25, training was received on 1/15/26. .2510(j) Comments: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by March 17, 2026. The suggested format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected - AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Rated License/ New QIRS: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. You must be rated under the new pathways before December 31, 2026. DCDEE has the webinar on Moodle, and additional information on the website. Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERSU), Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3203 *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings, if you change your mind. Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices, Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205. This pathway is of most interest to you. If you have everything completed before May, contact me. If not, everything must be completed before October. The commission meeting will be held in March and will decide on the appropriate curriculums for the school age programs. Start researching curriculums and assessments, as you need to have started using and been trained on said curriculum/assessments. Begin compiling and maintaining documentation for: • Family and Community Engagement • Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) • Individual Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Education: NCID and NCWORKS Verification All programs should ensure that every staff member maintains a valid NCID and NCWORKS account. Please do not rely solely on verbal confirmation from staff. Administrators should: • Obtain each staff member’s NCWORKS ID for the education worksheet; or • Maintain a printed NCWORKS verification letter in the employee’s file. This step is critical. As evaluation requests increase, incomplete or inaccurate education documentation could negatively impact your star rating. Please note: Your license level will be determined by the lowest star category earned. For example, if education qualifies at a two-star level, the overall license issued will be a two-star license. Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities: List of agencies accepted by DCDEE for Pathway three. Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schoolshttps://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. www.NCRLAP.org This website contains information about the new Rating scales 3rd edition. Ebony Duncan, Licensing Supervisor, Office: 704-594-0043, ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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 .3205 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This facility operates first and second shift. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and currently listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Teachers were observed actively engaged. Children had access to the following centers, art, fine motor and blocks. Children were served milk, cheese and turkey sandwiches, pears, and corn for lunch. Snack consisted of animal crackers and milk. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping and snack time routines. At the end of the visit Mrs. Mcclendon arrived and we briefly discussed pathways. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07-07-2025 The last fire inspection was conducted 02-10-2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted 02-27-2026. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 12-19-2026 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/27/2026. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 88%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff started on 8/27/25, medical exam was on 9/23/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff started on 8/27/25 6 weeks orientation was completed on 10/27/25. .1101(a) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. New staff did not have evidence of this requirement. .1102(d) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. Staff and training worksheet was not available or completed, and documents needed to verify education, EPR review and other trainings were not available, as well as the NCABCMS criminal background system print out. .2318(1-8) 1921 Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. Staff start 8/27/25, training was received on 1/15/26. .2510(j) Comments: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by March 17, 2026. The suggested format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected - AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Rated License/ New QIRS: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. You must be rated under the new pathways before December 31, 2026. DCDEE has the webinar on Moodle, and additional information on the website. Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERSU), Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3203 *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings, if you change your mind. Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices, Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205. This pathway is of most interest to you. If you have everything completed before May, contact me. If not, everything must be completed before October. The commission meeting will be held in March and will decide on the appropriate curriculums for the school age programs. Start researching curriculums and assessments, as you need to have started using and been trained on said curriculum/assessments. Begin compiling and maintaining documentation for: • Family and Community Engagement • Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) • Individual Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Education: NCID and NCWORKS Verification All programs should ensure that every staff member maintains a valid NCID and NCWORKS account. Please do not rely solely on verbal confirmation from staff. Administrators should: • Obtain each staff member’s NCWORKS ID for the education worksheet; or • Maintain a printed NCWORKS verification letter in the employee’s file. This step is critical. As evaluation requests increase, incomplete or inaccurate education documentation could negatively impact your star rating. Please note: Your license level will be determined by the lowest star category earned. For example, if education qualifies at a two-star level, the overall license issued will be a two-star license. Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities: List of agencies accepted by DCDEE for Pathway three. Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schoolshttps://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. www.NCRLAP.org This website contains information about the new Rating scales 3rd edition. Ebony Duncan, Licensing Supervisor, Office: 704-594-0043, ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/3/2026 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/3/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 360 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 03:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This facility operates first and second shift. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and currently listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Teachers were observed actively engaged. Children had access to the following centers, art, fine motor and blocks. Children were served milk, cheese and turkey sandwiches, pears, and corn for lunch. Snack consisted of animal crackers and milk. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping and snack time routines. At the end of the visit Mrs. Mcclendon arrived and we briefly discussed pathways. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 07-07-2025 The last fire inspection was conducted 02-10-2026. The last documented fire drill was conducted 02-27-2026. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 12-19-2026 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/27/2026. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 88%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Violation Number Comment Rule 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Staff started on 8/27/25, medical exam was on 9/23/25. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff started on 8/27/25 6 weeks orientation was completed on 10/27/25. .1101(a) 1049 All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. New staff did not have evidence of this requirement. .1102(d) 1739 All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. Staff and training worksheet was not available or completed, and documents needed to verify education, EPR review and other trainings were not available, as well as the NCABCMS criminal background system print out. .2318(1-8) 1921 Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. Staff start 8/27/25, training was received on 1/15/26. .2510(j) Comments: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by March 17, 2026. The suggested format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected - AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Rated License/ New QIRS: *Hold Harmless has ended. There is now three different pathways to obtain and maintain your Star Rated License. You must be rated under the new pathways before December 31, 2026. DCDEE has the webinar on Moodle, and additional information on the website. Three Pathways to earn a 2-5 Star Rated License: Pathway #1 – Program Assessment using the Environment Rating Scales (ITERS-3, ECERS-3, FCCERS-3 and SACERSU), Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3203 *Contact CCRI for assistance with preparing for the environmental ratings, if you change your mind. Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. Pathway #2 – Classroom & Instructional Quality focusing on curriculum and child assessment for demonstration of quality practices, Rule 10A NCAC 09 .3205. This pathway is of most interest to you. If you have everything completed before May, contact me. If not, everything must be completed before October. The commission meeting will be held in March and will decide on the appropriate curriculums for the school age programs. Start researching curriculums and assessments, as you need to have started using and been trained on said curriculum/assessments. Begin compiling and maintaining documentation for: • Family and Community Engagement • Facility Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) • Individual Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Education: NCID and NCWORKS Verification All programs should ensure that every staff member maintains a valid NCID and NCWORKS account. Please do not rely solely on verbal confirmation from staff. Administrators should: • Obtain each staff member’s NCWORKS ID for the education worksheet; or • Maintain a printed NCWORKS verification letter in the employee’s file. This step is critical. As evaluation requests increase, incomplete or inaccurate education documentation could negatively impact your star rating. Please note: Your license level will be determined by the lowest star category earned. For example, if education qualifies at a two-star level, the overall license issued will be a two-star license. Pathway #3 – Accreditation & Head Start which allows a direct licensure pathway for accredited and Head Start facilities: List of agencies accepted by DCDEE for Pathway three. Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - 0 AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schoolshttps://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. www.NCRLAP.org This website contains information about the new Rating scales 3rd edition. Ebony Duncan, Licensing Supervisor, Office: 704-594-0043, ebony.duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .2818 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 6/16/2025 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 02:45 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. This facility has first and second shift, meet enhanced ratios and enhanced space. When I arrived outside of the facility and opened my car door a teacher opened the door and looked at me and asked who I was here to pick up. I stated my name and the purpose of my visit and she closed the door. When I walked to the trunk to retrieve my computer bag, a car arrived and parked near me and a parent walked to the door. The parent went to the door and the staff opened the door and let the child leave with the parent. I entered the building, restated my name and purpose of my visit. I asked the staff her name, and learned that it was Ms. E., I replied nice to meet you this is the first time I have seen you in person as I only knew you by the staff and training worksheet. I asked if the second staff in charge was present and she replied no. I then asked her to let Mrs. McClendon, owner/director aware of my presence. When I walked in the classroom there were fourteen children seated in the first space aged three to eleven. In space two , there were three children ending up snacking and throwing away their cups. Including the child that left before I entered the building there were a total of eighteen children combined age two through school aged. In space three there were five one year old's present. Space five and six were closed as they were combined sitting in space one and two . The teacher was position where the classroom is separated by low cubbies so she can visually see both sides of the classroom. After the children completed cleaning up the group went outside for gross motor play. After I observed space three, where the one year old children were I walked to observed the outdoor environment. In space three, two children were at the table eating and one was in the high chair. Snack consisted of graham crackers and mild. Children in this space were also observed playing musical instruments, playing in activity centers and the teacher sang songs and read books to the children. Departure and transitions: During the visit parents arrived and walked to the door to wait for their child while the teacher in space four contacted the staff outside and made them aware of whose parent was outside. One parent honked the horn while in the car and then he walked to the door at space four to retrieve the child. As I removed my laptop to begin typing a child walked in to leave, and was sent back out as the person in the truck said they would get her later. As she walked outside another child that I determined was five entered space four, walked to the door leading to space two and made the staff in space three aware that he has to use the bathroom. As the child walked back out, I spoke to to Ms. C and explained the ratios to her. I made her aware that because she has all one year olds that she could take the two year old in her class when needed to maintain ratios, for a max of six children. I went to walk outside and Ms. E was standing close to the exit getting ready to enter. I stopped her and asked her if the two year old was still present she replied yes. I made her aware of the two year old ratio, and that she has to bring the younger children in as them being left outside with the other teacher puts her out of ratio. While I was typing my report, a parent knocked on the door and waited, she then opened the door and paused. I made her aware that the older children and teachers were outside. She walked in and went to get her children. The door was locked and parents all came and knocked on the door and waited. I gave a hand motion to several parents to go to the second door which was space four. Ms. C came in with the younger children and walked with the children who were leaving. Another parent knocked on the door came inside of the building and waited at the desk Outdoor environment: When I went outside children were observed. The older children were playing a game of freeze tag while the three years and under ran around, played in the dramatic playhouse. When I was getting ready to return inside a lady walked up and asked the school age children if they wanted to race. I initially thought the lady was a teacher. When I went in the building I went to space three with the teacher, I was familiar with and asked who worked with her today. She mentioned two names and one not familiar with and I then asked what she looked like and she described the teacher. When I looked out the window, I saw the teacher she described, now inside of the fence interacting with the children. The following items were monitored during the walk though: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Teacher walked children outside and three children were left between space one and two school agers and one preschool aged child was left in the space alone tying the younger child's shoes. .1801(a)(1-5) 307 Only one caregiver was required to meet staff/child ratio, but the name, address and telephone number of agreed emergency relief was not posted or a second adult was not on the premises for emergency relief. Administrators and staff (L. McClendon, Q. McClendon) were not onsite or present during the visit. .0713(a)(9) 315 When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group. Children aged two years of age to eleven years of aged were combined for a total of 18 children. .0713(a)(1) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance, space two did not have the attendance on the posted attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff was in the room with 18 children and the youngest was two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Comments: Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by June 30 2025. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, Technical Assistance: Rated License: We discussed the Environmental Rating Scales. You are currently in the hold harmless state. DCDEE has created different pathways from you to choose from. Environmental Rating Scales or Accreditation. If you decide against having the Environmental rating scales (ERS) assessment and having your classrooms assessed with the new environment rating scales third edition, you have an option for getting an accreditation as an alternative to maintaining your Star rating. *Contact your local Partnership for Children for assistance with preparing for the environment rating scale. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. For more information on the new environmental rating scales go to www.NCRLAP.org and visit their resource section. You will also find video and training on this site. List of agencies accepted by DCDEE: Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me with any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2025 Number Present: 23 Completed Date: 6/16/2025 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 155 Time In: 02:45 PM Time Out: 05:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. This facility has first and second shift, meet enhanced ratios and enhanced space. When I arrived outside of the facility and opened my car door a teacher opened the door and looked at me and asked who I was here to pick up. I stated my name and the purpose of my visit and she closed the door. When I walked to the trunk to retrieve my computer bag, a car arrived and parked near me and a parent walked to the door. The parent went to the door and the staff opened the door and let the child leave with the parent. I entered the building, restated my name and purpose of my visit. I asked the staff her name, and learned that it was Ms. E., I replied nice to meet you this is the first time I have seen you in person as I only knew you by the staff and training worksheet. I asked if the second staff in charge was present and she replied no. I then asked her to let Mrs. McClendon, owner/director aware of my presence. When I walked in the classroom there were fourteen children seated in the first space aged three to eleven. In space two , there were three children ending up snacking and throwing away their cups. Including the child that left before I entered the building there were a total of eighteen children combined age two through school aged. In space three there were five one year old's present. Space five and six were closed as they were combined sitting in space one and two . The teacher was position where the classroom is separated by low cubbies so she can visually see both sides of the classroom. After the children completed cleaning up the group went outside for gross motor play. After I observed space three, where the one year old children were I walked to observed the outdoor environment. In space three, two children were at the table eating and one was in the high chair. Snack consisted of graham crackers and mild. Children in this space were also observed playing musical instruments, playing in activity centers and the teacher sang songs and read books to the children. Departure and transitions: During the visit parents arrived and walked to the door to wait for their child while the teacher in space four contacted the staff outside and made them aware of whose parent was outside. One parent honked the horn while in the car and then he walked to the door at space four to retrieve the child. As I removed my laptop to begin typing a child walked in to leave, and was sent back out as the person in the truck said they would get her later. As she walked outside another child that I determined was five entered space four, walked to the door leading to space two and made the staff in space three aware that he has to use the bathroom. As the child walked back out, I spoke to to Ms. C and explained the ratios to her. I made her aware that because she has all one year olds that she could take the two year old in her class when needed to maintain ratios, for a max of six children. I went to walk outside and Ms. E was standing close to the exit getting ready to enter. I stopped her and asked her if the two year old was still present she replied yes. I made her aware of the two year old ratio, and that she has to bring the younger children in as them being left outside with the other teacher puts her out of ratio. While I was typing my report, a parent knocked on the door and waited, she then opened the door and paused. I made her aware that the older children and teachers were outside. She walked in and went to get her children. The door was locked and parents all came and knocked on the door and waited. I gave a hand motion to several parents to go to the second door which was space four. Ms. C came in with the younger children and walked with the children who were leaving. Another parent knocked on the door came inside of the building and waited at the desk Outdoor environment: When I went outside children were observed. The older children were playing a game of freeze tag while the three years and under ran around, played in the dramatic playhouse. When I was getting ready to return inside a lady walked up and asked the school age children if they wanted to race. I initially thought the lady was a teacher. When I went in the building I went to space three with the teacher, I was familiar with and asked who worked with her today. She mentioned two names and one not familiar with and I then asked what she looked like and she described the teacher. When I looked out the window, I saw the teacher she described, now inside of the fence interacting with the children. The following items were monitored during the walk though: supervision, staff/child ratio, CPR/first aid, IT-SIDS, CBC qualification, Emergency Medical Care Plan, administration of medication, storage of hazardous products, storage of medication, general safety, discipline, adequate/approved space, program records, license posted, permit restrictions, safe arrival and departure, and all required posted documents. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Teacher walked children outside and three children were left between space one and two school agers and one preschool aged child was left in the space alone tying the younger child's shoes. .1801(a)(1-5) 307 Only one caregiver was required to meet staff/child ratio, but the name, address and telephone number of agreed emergency relief was not posted or a second adult was not on the premises for emergency relief. Administrators and staff (L. McClendon, Q. McClendon) were not onsite or present during the visit. .0713(a)(9) 315 When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group. Children aged two years of age to eleven years of aged were combined for a total of 18 children. .0713(a)(1) 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance, space two did not have the attendance on the posted attendance sheet. GS 110-91(9) 1756 Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One staff was in the room with 18 children and the youngest was two years of age. 10A NCAC 09 .2818 Comments: Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by June 30 2025. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, Technical Assistance: Rated License: We discussed the Environmental Rating Scales. You are currently in the hold harmless state. DCDEE has created different pathways from you to choose from. Environmental Rating Scales or Accreditation. If you decide against having the Environmental rating scales (ERS) assessment and having your classrooms assessed with the new environment rating scales third edition, you have an option for getting an accreditation as an alternative to maintaining your Star rating. *Contact your local Partnership for Children for assistance with preparing for the environment rating scale. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. For more information on the new environmental rating scales go to www.NCRLAP.org and visit their resource section. You will also find video and training on this site. List of agencies accepted by DCDEE: Accrediting agencies: o NAEYC - https://www.naeyc.org/accreditation/higher-ed/accredited-programs o NAC - https://www.earlylearningleaders.org/accreditation/accredited-programs/ o NAFCC - https://nafcc.org/accreditation/nationally-accredited-fcc-educators-map/ o NECPA - https://necpa.net/programs o COGNIA - https://home.cognia.org/registry AMS - https://amshq.org/Families/AMS-Member-Schools You may contact me with any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@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

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 209 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Announced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher Teachers were observed actively engaged with infant and toddlers, the teacher read several books to the children. In the preschool room, children were observed participating in circle time, art, and activity centers. Children were served milk, cheese pizza, peaches, and corn for lunch. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 11-25-2024 The last fire inspection was conducted 01-18-2025. The last documented fire drill was conducted 2-25-2025. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 1-30-2025 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/26/2025. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 93%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original Corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and current listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Violation Number Comment Rule 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Infant and toddler feedings charts were not updateto show that they are eating solid foods. 10 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. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch measured about 5in deep or less in several places, and some places you can see the dirt under the mulch. .0605(k)(1-4) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by March 25 2025. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Recommendation: When you work on your fence. on the infant toddler playground, work on the gate entrance as it is shifting and may become an entrapment soon. Once you repair the height of the fence be mindful of the gate doesn’t shift and enlarge. Check /measure all gates entry ways to ensure the repair did not cause potential entrapments/opening larger than 3.5 inches. This will ensure that you are in compliance with laws containing to playground safety and outdoor environments. Rated License: During this interim time, while we are in hold harmless, I suggested that you take the following steps: *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. For more information, please go https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. assistant teacher. *Contact your local CCRI for assistance with school aged classroom and you local partnership for your infant through preschool classrooms. * Access the resources for the new assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/11/2025 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 3/11/2025 Age: From 0 To 4 Total Minutes: 209 Time In: 09:01 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Announced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon is also a teacher Teachers were observed actively engaged with infant and toddlers, the teacher read several books to the children. In the preschool room, children were observed participating in circle time, art, and activity centers. Children were served milk, cheese pizza, peaches, and corn for lunch. Children were observed transitioning from indoor center play to toileting and handwashing and lunch. After lunch children washed their hands and returned to play with fine motor toys. Children were also observed napping. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 11-25-2024 The last fire inspection was conducted 01-18-2025. The last documented fire drill was conducted 2-25-2025. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 1-30-2025 The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/26/2025. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 93%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Prior to the visit the North Carolina Secretary of State website was reviewed. The facility was listed under a new LLC and not the original Corporation that is on the application. This new corporation is active and current listed under the LaShonda McClendon who is the prior and current owner. Violation Number Comment Rule 542 The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Infant and toddler feedings charts were not updateto show that they are eating solid foods. 10 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. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 1867 The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch measured about 5in deep or less in several places, and some places you can see the dirt under the mulch. .0605(k)(1-4) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by March 25 2025. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. Technical Assistant: Recommendation: When you work on your fence. on the infant toddler playground, work on the gate entrance as it is shifting and may become an entrapment soon. Once you repair the height of the fence be mindful of the gate doesn’t shift and enlarge. Check /measure all gates entry ways to ensure the repair did not cause potential entrapments/opening larger than 3.5 inches. This will ensure that you are in compliance with laws containing to playground safety and outdoor environments. Rated License: During this interim time, while we are in hold harmless, I suggested that you take the following steps: *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. For more information, please go https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. assistant teacher. *Contact your local CCRI for assistance with school aged classroom and you local partnership for your infant through preschool classrooms. * Access the resources for the new assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/15/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit, the business was current and active. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon was with a classroom. Later during the visit Mrs. McClendon, Owner/administrator, arrived and assisted me with the rest of the visit. Teachers were observed actively engaged with and infant. Children were transitioning to nap time and many were already asleep. Children were served milk, chicken, rice, applesauce, bread and corn for lunch. Children were observed transitioning from nap to activity play and handwashing and toileting routines. Snack consisted of crackers, water, and milk. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 11-27-2023. The last fire inspection was conducted 02-2-2024. The last documented fire drill was conducted 2-29-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 1-31-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/28/2024. The last Annual Compliance was conducted 3/20/2023. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 91%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Prior to this visit we discussed being licensed for second shift during this visit the facility was monitored and approved for second shift. Violation Number Comment Rule 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. When I arrived there was an infant crying, when I entered the room the provider was holding a calm infant while the other infant cried in the crib. When the teacher placed the calm infant in the crib she returned to her seat. When asked about the crying infant she stated he was spoiled and went to pick him up and sat in the rocking chair with him. Through out the visit the infant cried on and off during the duration of the visit. .0511(b)(1) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. One crib was not labeled. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 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. The fence in the back of the playground facing the door measures less than 3.5 inches. The area is located between two storage units. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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. There are plastic bags under the changing table that can be assessible to children. The door does not lock. .0604(q) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. one child monitored did not have the appropriate information updated, the last update was 2020. .0802(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by March 29, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. This Order has ended and you are in the first cohort. An email was sent in June 2023 discussing the next steps. Technical Assistant: When you work on your fence, work on the gate entrance as it is shifting and may become an entrapment soon. Once you repair the height of the fence be mindful of the gate doesn’t shift and enlarge. *It is time to update staff health/emergency information. Rated License: During this interim time, I suggested that you take the following steps: *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider applications. For more information, please go https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. Teachers need to enter any new information into WORKS. *Contact your local CCRI for assistance with school aged classroom and you local partnership for your infant through preschool classrooms. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: BUTTERFLY EXPLOSION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. Facility ID: 04000219 Consultant: QUWANYA THOMPSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/15/2024 Number Present: 12 Completed Date: 3/15/2024 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 11:00 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance during an annual compliance visit. This center has a four-star license effective October 04, 2017. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit, the business was current and active. Upon arrival I was greeted by Mr. Q. McClendon, I stated the purpose of my visit and I conducted the beginning of the visit unassisted as Mr. McClendon was with a classroom. Later during the visit Mrs. McClendon, Owner/administrator, arrived and assisted me with the rest of the visit. Teachers were observed actively engaged with and infant. Children were transitioning to nap time and many were already asleep. Children were served milk, chicken, rice, applesauce, bread and corn for lunch. Children were observed transitioning from nap to activity play and handwashing and toileting routines. Snack consisted of crackers, water, and milk. INSPECTIONS: The last sanitation inspection was conducted 11-27-2023. The last fire inspection was conducted 02-2-2024. The last documented fire drill was conducted 2-29-2024. The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 1-31-2024. The last documented playground inspection was conducted 02/28/2024. The last Annual Compliance was conducted 3/20/2023. Compliance History prior to today’s visit is 91%. The attached checklist was used to note the requirements we monitored today. Staff and children’s records were reviewed today. I monitored the following items today: Supervision, Staff/child ratio, health, safety, program, and management. The facility does not currently provide transportation. Staff/child ratio and supervision, capacity, group size and space were observed today, as well as the Emergency Preparedness and response (Ready to go file). The center’s license and NC child care law were prominently posted. Prior to this visit we discussed being licensed for second shift during this visit the facility was monitored and approved for second shift. Violation Number Comment Rule 491 Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. When I arrived there was an infant crying, when I entered the room the provider was holding a calm infant while the other infant cried in the crib. When the teacher placed the calm infant in the crib she returned to her seat. When asked about the crying infant she stated he was spoiled and went to pick him up and sat in the rocking chair with him. Through out the visit the infant cried on and off during the duration of the visit. .0511(b)(1) 612 Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. One crib was not labeled. 15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) & (c) 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. The fence in the back of the playground facing the door measures less than 3.5 inches. The area is located between two storage units. GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) 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. There are plastic bags under the changing table that can be assessible to children. The door does not lock. .0604(q) 1311 Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. one child monitored did not have the appropriate information updated, the last update was 2020. .0802(c) Violations: Any Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented on the visit summary and left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations of child care requirements were cited during today’s visit and must be corrected immediately. Technical assistance on how to maintain compliance with the violations cited today was provided. Comments: It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Childcare consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It is the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. REQUIRED RESPONSE: (for any violations) You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below or email by March 29, 2023. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE REQUIRED RESPONSE: If it is stated in your correction letter that corrections have been made when they have not, this will be considered falsification of information. If you cannot meet the requirements by this date, you must contact me with a proposed timeline of the corrections. In some cases, the timeline may be extended. You are required to always maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all childcare facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Violations cited today may negatively affect this score. As outlined in Session Law 2021-127 - Senate Bill (SB); facilities who have been unable to hire/retain staff with the same educational levels in the current star rating are in a hold harmless state. Your facility meets these criteria and therefore will retain your current star rating until six months after Governor Cooper issues an order to rescind Executive Order No. 116 Declaration of a State of Emergency to Coordinate Response and Protective Actions to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. This Order has ended and you are in the first cohort. An email was sent in June 2023 discussing the next steps. Technical Assistant: When you work on your fence, work on the gate entrance as it is shifting and may become an entrapment soon. Once you repair the height of the fence be mindful of the gate doesn’t shift and enlarge. *It is time to update staff health/emergency information. Rated License: During this interim time, I suggested that you take the following steps: *Have all staff update their information in the WORKS database. The WORKS database is designed to streamline education evaluation, using a web-based process designed to increase efficiency with which staff can process child care provider applications. For more information, please go https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/DCDEE-WORKS. Teachers need to enter any new information into WORKS. *Contact your local CCRI for assistance with school aged classroom and you local partnership for your infant through preschool classrooms. * Access the resources for your upcoming assessment at www.ncrlap.org. On the first page there is a section that allows you to access resources. Resources: Visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website contains provider resources, new rules, and updates. Practice the three W's: Wear, Wait, Wash •Wear a cloth face covering if you will be with other people •Wait 6 feet apart. Avoid close contact. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer. You may contact me for any concerns or assistance at QuWanya Thompson Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education P.O. Box 6682 Concord, NC 28027 QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov 704-785-0981 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