Tiny Blessings Academy

10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: Tiny Blessings Academy Facility ID: 78000491 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program is currently operating under a Temporary License effective May 18, 2026 to November 18, 2026. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Jessica Oxendine, Administrator. During this visit I monitored all indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, and handwashing were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout this visit. The temporary license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. I also monitored three (3) children’s files, ten (10) staff files, and applicable program records. For lunch the children were served breaded fish sticks, tator tots, pineapple chunks, and milk. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 501 Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs. The children were not served a grain component of the meal pattern for lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. Food allergies were not posted inside classrooms where children eat. This was corrected when the food allergies were posted in the classroom during the visit. .0901(g) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted for the month of May 2026. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 and rubber toys were accessible to children under the age of three. This corrected when the plastic bags and rubber toys were removed from the classroom during the visit. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections are conducted; however, they are not documented. .0605(q) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. This information was not on file for one child enrolled. .0802(c)(2) The six (6) violations that are documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than June 30, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of June 30, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. 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 eighteen (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 during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Please note it is your responsibility to know all child care requirements and laws that apply to you. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your center. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During this visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information, and the application which is located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS no later than October 1, 2026. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments at the end of the temporary time period, your center must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: Fire Drills: Technical assistance was provided regarding conducting and documenting monthly fire drills to ensure staff and children are familiar with emergency evacuation procedures. Nutrition Requirements: Technical assistance was provided regarding meeting CACFP nutritional requirements and ensuring all required meal components are served. For more information you can visit: https://www.fna.usda.gov/cacfp/child-day-care-centers. You can also call 866-622-2733 NC CACFP for more information and to find out if you are eligible to participate in a food program. Food Allergies: Technical Assistance was provided regarding posting children's food allergies in classrooms to ensure staff are aware of dietary restrictions and can prevent allergen exposure. Plastic items and toys that can easily be torn: Technical Assistance was provided regarding keeping plastic items and toys with removable parts or easily torn inaccessible to children under three years of age to reduce choking hazards and promote a safe environment. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Supervisor at (910) 709-4160. or, email janet.edwards@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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: Tiny Blessings Academy Facility ID: 78000491 Consultant: LEISA A. BENSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 330 Time In: 08:30 AM Time Out: 02:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements pertinent to the first Temporary Time Period Visit. This program is currently operating under a Temporary License effective May 18, 2026 to November 18, 2026. Applicable childcare requirements were discussed with you, Jessica Oxendine, Administrator. During this visit I monitored all indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. During this visit children were observed actively engaging with their assigned teacher and participating in various free-choice centers, including fine motor activities, books, blocks, and dramatic play. Other routine activities such as eating lunch, playing outside, and handwashing were also monitored. Positive and developmentally appropriate interactions between staff and children, staff/child ratios, and supervision were monitored throughout this visit. The temporary license was posted and in compliance with all restrictions noted on the license. I also monitored three (3) children’s files, ten (10) staff files, and applicable program records. For lunch the children were served breaded fish sticks, tator tots, pineapple chunks, and milk. Overall enrollment and attendance information were collected. The attached Space Capacity and Enrollment Worksheet reflect this information, along with the names of staff present and actively caring for children during this visit. At the conclusion of the visit, the visit summary was reviewed with you, and you were provided with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and request technical assistance. You were also provided with an electronic copy of this visit summary to keep for your records. Violation Number Comment Rule 501 Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs. The children were not served a grain component of the meal pattern for lunch. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. Food allergies were not posted inside classrooms where children eat. This was corrected when the food allergies were posted in the classroom during the visit. .0901(g) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. A fire drill was not conducted for the month of May 2026. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 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 and rubber toys were accessible to children under the age of three. This corrected when the plastic bags and rubber toys were removed from the classroom during the visit. .0604(q) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspections are conducted; however, they are not documented. .0605(q) 1314 Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. This information was not on file for one child enrolled. .0802(c)(2) The six (6) violations that are documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be submitted to me no later than June 30, 2026, clearly detailing how each violation has been corrected. You may email your compliance letter to me at leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov. Failure to submit your compliance letter by the stated deadline or failure to contact me regarding a revised timeline may result in a follow-up visit, and violations may be cited. If you are unable to meet the required deadline of June 30, 2026, you must contact me prior to that date with a proposed timeline for completing the required corrections. In some cases, this time frame may be extended. Important Notice: If your compliance letter states that corrections have been made and it is later determined they were not, this will be considered falsification of information, and an administrative action may be taken against your license. 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 eighteen (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 during today’s visit, may negatively affect your compliance score. As of today, your compliance history is 91%. Your compliance history was reviewed with you, and you were also given a copy to keep for your records. Please note it is your responsibility to know all child care requirements and laws that apply to you. Rated License Assessment: Pathways to the Stars: The NC Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) QRIS is a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in child care. It encourages programs to engage in continuous quality improvement and families may use the star rating to make informed decisions when choosing a child care facility. During the visit you were provided with information about the three (3) QRIS Pathways. It was discussed with you that you should begin to review the different pathways and choose the best pathway for your center. A new Pathways to the Stars Rules Roll Out module is now available in the DCDEE Moodle digital learning platform. To access the links in the application you can visit: the DCDEE website at: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov and click on the provider tab and then scroll down and click on the provider documents and forms and then click on the Application for Assessment for a Rated License for Centers. During this visit I also demonstrated how to access the QRIS information, and the application which is located on the DCDEE website: www.ncchildcare.nc.gov. Questions about QRIS Modernization (Reform) may be sent to DCDEE_QRIS@dhhs.nc.gov. I will process your star rated license using the education information that is in WORKS at that time. So, it is imperative that all staff education information has been processed through WORKS no later than October 1, 2026. Keep in mind that in order to be eligible for subsidy payments at the end of the temporary time period, your center must transition to a three to five star rated license. Technical Assistance: Fire Drills: Technical assistance was provided regarding conducting and documenting monthly fire drills to ensure staff and children are familiar with emergency evacuation procedures. Nutrition Requirements: Technical assistance was provided regarding meeting CACFP nutritional requirements and ensuring all required meal components are served. For more information you can visit: https://www.fna.usda.gov/cacfp/child-day-care-centers. You can also call 866-622-2733 NC CACFP for more information and to find out if you are eligible to participate in a food program. Food Allergies: Technical Assistance was provided regarding posting children's food allergies in classrooms to ensure staff are aware of dietary restrictions and can prevent allergen exposure. Plastic items and toys that can easily be torn: Technical Assistance was provided regarding keeping plastic items and toys with removable parts or easily torn inaccessible to children under three years of age to reduce choking hazards and promote a safe environment. You can visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov for updated information, resources, and provider forms. Please contact me at (919)-819-9348 or, email leisa.benson@dhhs.nc.gov if you have any questions. You can also contact Janet Edwards, Supervisor at (910) 709-4160. or, email janet.edwards@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