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4691 US Highway 117 North, Pikeville NC 27863 · License #96000647 · Center · Child Care Center
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10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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 this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for a Routine Unannounced visit. Today’s visit was completed with R. Cuddington, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. You stated no new staff members have been hired since the last Annual Compliance visit completed on November 24, 2025. This center currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued May 5, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 14, 2025, with a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025. OWNER INFORMATION- This facility is owned by Academy of Learning LLC. According to the information reflected on the NC Secretary of State’s website, this corporation is current and active. Please contact me if there are any changes to this corporation, or the ownership of this facility, prior to making any changes. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to further discuss. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 90% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. The computer-generated visit summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy was provided to you. All violations were reviewed with you. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space 3, an electrical outlet did not have a safety outlet when it was not being used. In the front office area, there were electrical outlets on a power strip that did not contain safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space 3, a can of spray paint was being stored on a shelf and not in the required locked storage. In space 1, hand sanitizer was stored accessible to children and not the required five feet from the floor, and a staff's purse was being stored accessible to children. .2820(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3, there was diaper cream that expired 2/2026 with an expired permission for a medication date. There was also a medication that was being stored for a child that is no longer enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility has not updated information in ABCMS and on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated satisfying the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 24, 2026, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. WATER TESTING: I verified the Lead in Water testing was completed July 5, 2024. You are required to have this test completed every three years, July 5, 2027. ABCMS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM INFORMATION: The roster in the ABCMS must contain current staff at your facility. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829, and someone will assist you. During the visit, I emailed you the most recent ABCMS Technical Assistance Provider Portal document. We reviewed that currently; there are no staff members listed on your roster in your portal. You stated that you began the process; however, you provided the wrong email address. RESOURCES: CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS HOTLINE: The Healthy Social Behaviors Project offers coaching for child care providers who would like support managing challenging classroom behaviors. The goal is to empower teachers to create learning environments that promote pro-social skills, like self-control and problem solving. Support is available by phone (888-600-1685, Option 1), email, or through an online form PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Ready to strengthen relationships with the adults you work with? This free, self-paced online training is made for teachers, directors, family child care home professionals, and others working in North Carolina child care programs. DCDEE credit hours are available. Register at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. Winter 2026 Edition of Healthy Child Care NC Newsletter. The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center's Newsletter—Ready, Set, Action!—includes in-depth information about health and safety concerns in early care and education settings as well as information for child care programs to share with families. This edition is filled with information on the role of medical action plans in child care, responding to emergencies, and more! To view the newsletter click on : https://sway.cloud.microsoft/zNeLZz5RRmxCuvGT?ref=Link&loc=play. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective July 1, 2025. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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10A NCAC 09 .0803 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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 this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for a Routine Unannounced visit. Today’s visit was completed with R. Cuddington, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. You stated no new staff members have been hired since the last Annual Compliance visit completed on November 24, 2025. This center currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued May 5, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 14, 2025, with a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025. OWNER INFORMATION- This facility is owned by Academy of Learning LLC. According to the information reflected on the NC Secretary of State’s website, this corporation is current and active. Please contact me if there are any changes to this corporation, or the ownership of this facility, prior to making any changes. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to further discuss. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 90% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. The computer-generated visit summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy was provided to you. All violations were reviewed with you. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space 3, an electrical outlet did not have a safety outlet when it was not being used. In the front office area, there were electrical outlets on a power strip that did not contain safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space 3, a can of spray paint was being stored on a shelf and not in the required locked storage. In space 1, hand sanitizer was stored accessible to children and not the required five feet from the floor, and a staff's purse was being stored accessible to children. .2820(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3, there was diaper cream that expired 2/2026 with an expired permission for a medication date. There was also a medication that was being stored for a child that is no longer enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility has not updated information in ABCMS and on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated satisfying the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 24, 2026, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. WATER TESTING: I verified the Lead in Water testing was completed July 5, 2024. You are required to have this test completed every three years, July 5, 2027. ABCMS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM INFORMATION: The roster in the ABCMS must contain current staff at your facility. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829, and someone will assist you. During the visit, I emailed you the most recent ABCMS Technical Assistance Provider Portal document. We reviewed that currently; there are no staff members listed on your roster in your portal. You stated that you began the process; however, you provided the wrong email address. RESOURCES: CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS HOTLINE: The Healthy Social Behaviors Project offers coaching for child care providers who would like support managing challenging classroom behaviors. The goal is to empower teachers to create learning environments that promote pro-social skills, like self-control and problem solving. Support is available by phone (888-600-1685, Option 1), email, or through an online form PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Ready to strengthen relationships with the adults you work with? This free, self-paced online training is made for teachers, directors, family child care home professionals, and others working in North Carolina child care programs. DCDEE credit hours are available. Register at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. Winter 2026 Edition of Healthy Child Care NC Newsletter. The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center's Newsletter—Ready, Set, Action!—includes in-depth information about health and safety concerns in early care and education settings as well as information for child care programs to share with families. This edition is filled with information on the role of medical action plans in child care, responding to emergencies, and more! To view the newsletter click on : https://sway.cloud.microsoft/zNeLZz5RRmxCuvGT?ref=Link&loc=play. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective July 1, 2025. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.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.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: TINA JONES Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/10/2026 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 6/10/2026 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM 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 this program for compliance with applicable child are requirements for a Routine Unannounced visit. Today’s visit was completed with R. Cuddington, Administrator. You were present when I arrived, and you were notified of the purpose of the visit. You stated no new staff members have been hired since the last Annual Compliance visit completed on November 24, 2025. This center currently operates with a Three (3) Star License issued May 5, 2025. The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 14, 2025, with a superior rating. The last fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025. OWNER INFORMATION- This facility is owned by Academy of Learning LLC. According to the information reflected on the NC Secretary of State’s website, this corporation is current and active. Please contact me if there are any changes to this corporation, or the ownership of this facility, prior to making any changes. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to further discuss. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. You stated the mailing address, phone number and email address listed for your child care center are correct. Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 90% over the current 18- month period. A copy of your compliance history report was left with you. Children were observed participating in routines, free play in the indoor and outdoor environment, group activities, and transitions. All interactions were observed to be positive and nurturing and adequate supervision was provided to all children in care. The computer-generated visit summary was reviewed with you at the conclusion of the visit, and a copy was provided to you. All violations were reviewed with you. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing (DCD 0357) as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable child care requirements. The following violations of child care requirements was documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In space 3, an electrical outlet did not have a safety outlet when it was not being used. In the front office area, there were electrical outlets on a power strip that did not contain safety plugs. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space 3, a can of spray paint was being stored on a shelf and not in the required locked storage. In space 1, hand sanitizer was stored accessible to children and not the required five feet from the floor, and a staff's purse was being stored accessible to children. .2820(b) 847 Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In space 3, there was diaper cream that expired 2/2026 with an expired permission for a medication date. There was also a medication that was being stored for a child that is no longer enrolled. 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The facility has not updated information in ABCMS and on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated satisfying the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be mailed to me by June 24, 2026, describing how and when the violations were corrected. This two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance letter and is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. The letter of compliance should be mailed or emailed to me, Tina Jones, PO Box 10194, Goldsboro, NC 27532. The compliance letter must be submitted from the email address on file for your program. If you have any questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at 252-361-3434 or tina.jones@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at 252-373-9809. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with the applicable laws and rules; always whether they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to ensure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care laws and rules on the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website. WATER TESTING: I verified the Lead in Water testing was completed July 5, 2024. You are required to have this test completed every three years, July 5, 2027. ABCMS: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM INFORMATION: The roster in the ABCMS must contain current staff at your facility. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829, and someone will assist you. During the visit, I emailed you the most recent ABCMS Technical Assistance Provider Portal document. We reviewed that currently; there are no staff members listed on your roster in your portal. You stated that you began the process; however, you provided the wrong email address. RESOURCES: CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS HOTLINE: The Healthy Social Behaviors Project offers coaching for child care providers who would like support managing challenging classroom behaviors. The goal is to empower teachers to create learning environments that promote pro-social skills, like self-control and problem solving. Support is available by phone (888-600-1685, Option 1), email, or through an online form PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Ready to strengthen relationships with the adults you work with? This free, self-paced online training is made for teachers, directors, family child care home professionals, and others working in North Carolina child care programs. DCDEE credit hours are available. Register at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/. Winter 2026 Edition of Healthy Child Care NC Newsletter. The NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center's Newsletter—Ready, Set, Action!—includes in-depth information about health and safety concerns in early care and education settings as well as information for child care programs to share with families. This edition is filled with information on the role of medical action plans in child care, responding to emergencies, and more! To view the newsletter click on : https://sway.cloud.microsoft/zNeLZz5RRmxCuvGT?ref=Link&loc=play. PROVIDER DOCUMENTS/FORMS: You should visit the website often to ensure you’re using all updated forms. All requirements must be included if you choose to use your own forms electronically or hard copy. Child care rules updated effective July 1, 2025. The most current provider documents/ forms, checklists, resources related to child care, MOODLE trainings, and new child care requirements can be found on the Division of Child Development and Early Education website. https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.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.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/24/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 11/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 02:00 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 this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, R.Cuddington, currently facility administrator, was present and was available to assist with today’s visit. You stated you began working as the facility administrator November 19, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Three Star license issued on May 4, 2025, earning four (4) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. This is the facility’s first annual compliance visit since the change of ownership was completed November 4, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on November 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with eight (8) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care. When the inspection was completed, the fire inspector did not check if the facility’s fire safety conditions were satisfactory or unsatisfactory. There was no “no” answers on the fire inspection form. I will contact the fire inspector regarding this information. In the future when a fire inspection is completed, review the inspection before the fire inspector leaves to ensure all required information is specified. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Twenty (20) children from birth to four (4) were present during the visit. The indoor and outdoor environments were monitored. This facility does not provide transportation. I observed children and staff in the indoor learning environment. Applicable staff/child ratios were in compliance. Children throughout the facility were resting, preparing to rest, and a group of preschool aged children, (three and four years), were watching Cliford via an iPad. No school aged children were observed today. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Documentation was not on file verifying a playground inspection was completed for August 2025. .0605(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. The Child's Application was not updated for the three (3) children's records monitored today. .0802(c) The above violations must be corrected immediately but ensure you submit a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations within the next two (2) weeks, on or before December 8, 2025. You can email or mail a compliance letter to me. My contact information is: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 88%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. The facility’s compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER INFORMAION: This facility is owned by Academy of Learning LLC. According to the information reflected on the NC Secretary of State’s website, this corporation is current and active. Please contact me if there are any changes to this corporation, or the ownership of this facility, prior to making any changes. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to further discuss. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at (252)373-3074 or email me at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Nine (9) current staff are working at this facility. Of the nine, six (6) are new staff. All six (6) new staff records were reviewed today. The files were well organized. Ten percent of children’s files were reviewed today. You are currently working on organizing staff and children’s records in folders since the administrator change. You stated you are working on developing a system that works for you both for staff and children’s records. We discussed having all parents of all children currently enrolled completing a Child’s Application to ensure the most current information and emergency information is on file. Emergency information is required to be updated annually and/or when changes are made, at least annually. SCREEN TIME: We discussed ensuring the screen time log is used to document the educational program that the older preschool aged children watched today in Room 4. I reviewed this with you and the two (2) staff present in Room 4 today. OUTDOOR INSPECTIONS/PLAY AREA: The outdoor playground inspection for August 2025 was not on file and when asked, you were not sure where the inspection was or if one was completed for the month. You have organized the inspection forms in a three-ring notebook, but the August 2025 inspection was not available for review. A piece of stationary equipment was removed from the fenced paly area. We discussed removing it during the October 16, 2025, visit. FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION: During the visit, L.Howard, employee with the facility owner’s company, arrived to assist you today. When asked, Ms. Howard stated the facility email and the mailing address have changed. Ms. Howard also stated the facility contact has changed from Ms. Michaels to her. I requested Ms. Howard email the information before changing the facility contact and mailing address via the Regulatory System. I will be in contact with you if a new child care application needs to be completed regarding the changes. QRIS CONVERSATION: During a future visit, we will review parts of section .3200 of NC Child Care rules. The three (3) pathways will be discussed and reviewed along with staff education requirements, competency evaluation requirements, Facility Continuous Quality Improvement, Individual Continuous Quality Improvement, Family and Community Engagement Standards, approved curriculum and approved formative assessment, and the mentor requirements. We discussed making sure applicable staff submit their official transcripts to the Workforce Education Unit for education evaluation, if needed. Ensure staff have their most current education evaluated via the Workforce Education Unit. REMINDERS: LICENSING FEES: Invoices were emailed to licensed child care facility’s email addresses on November 3, 2025. Since the invoice number changes each year, you will need to ensure the invoice number you are paying begins with 25. Licensing fee payments are due by December 3, 2025. Licensing fees are paid online only, and paper checks are not accepted for payment. For questions regarding license fees, visit the License Fee Frequently Asked Questions or email: DCDEE_LF@dhhs.nc.gov for further assistance. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-ABCMS PORTAL: When asked, you have not completed the ABCMS Moodle training. We discussed how to access the ABCMS Moodle training today using the facility’s business NCID and password to complete the training. We reviewed completing the training to learn how to connect current employees to the facility and to create an employee roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
NC GS 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/24/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 11/24/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 150 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 02:00 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 this facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, R.Cuddington, currently facility administrator, was present and was available to assist with today’s visit. You stated you began working as the facility administrator November 19, 2025. This facility currently operates with a Three Star license issued on May 4, 2025, earning four (4) points in the education component, two (2) points in the program standards component and one (1) quality point. This is the facility’s first annual compliance visit since the change of ownership was completed November 4, 2024. The sanitation inspection was completed on November 14, 2025, with a “Superior” classification with eight (8) demerits. The fire inspection was completed on October 20, 2025, and the center was approved for daytime care. When the inspection was completed, the fire inspector did not check if the facility’s fire safety conditions were satisfactory or unsatisfactory. There was no “no” answers on the fire inspection form. I will contact the fire inspector regarding this information. In the future when a fire inspection is completed, review the inspection before the fire inspector leaves to ensure all required information is specified. The license was posted, and the restrictions were in compliance. Twenty (20) children from birth to four (4) were present during the visit. The indoor and outdoor environments were monitored. This facility does not provide transportation. I observed children and staff in the indoor learning environment. Applicable staff/child ratios were in compliance. Children throughout the facility were resting, preparing to rest, and a group of preschool aged children, (three and four years), were watching Cliford via an iPad. No school aged children were observed today. The following violations of the child care requirements were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Documentation was not on file verifying a playground inspection was completed for August 2025. .0605(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. The Child's Application was not updated for the three (3) children's records monitored today. .0802(c) The above violations must be corrected immediately but ensure you submit a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations within the next two (2) weeks, on or before December 8, 2025. You can email or mail a compliance letter to me. My contact information is: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to conducting today’s visit, your center’s Compliance History score, over an 18-month period time frame, is 88%. The violations documented could impact the center’s overall Compliance History score. The facility’s compliance score must be maintained at 75% or higher or an Administrative Action may be warranted. OWNER INFORMAION: This facility is owned by Academy of Learning LLC. According to the information reflected on the NC Secretary of State’s website, this corporation is current and active. Please contact me if there are any changes to this corporation, or the ownership of this facility, prior to making any changes. Prior to making any changes to the corporation status, please contact me to further discuss. The corporation status for your program must always remain current and active. Failure to comply may affect your license. FACILITY PROFILE INFORMATION: You verified the mailing address, email address, and phone number listed on the facility profile are correct. If changes in your facility’s information occurs, please contact me at (252)373-3074 or email me at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov to discuss the changes and ensure the information is current in our system. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/CONSULTATION: STAFF AND CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Nine (9) current staff are working at this facility. Of the nine, six (6) are new staff. All six (6) new staff records were reviewed today. The files were well organized. Ten percent of children’s files were reviewed today. You are currently working on organizing staff and children’s records in folders since the administrator change. You stated you are working on developing a system that works for you both for staff and children’s records. We discussed having all parents of all children currently enrolled completing a Child’s Application to ensure the most current information and emergency information is on file. Emergency information is required to be updated annually and/or when changes are made, at least annually. SCREEN TIME: We discussed ensuring the screen time log is used to document the educational program that the older preschool aged children watched today in Room 4. I reviewed this with you and the two (2) staff present in Room 4 today. OUTDOOR INSPECTIONS/PLAY AREA: The outdoor playground inspection for August 2025 was not on file and when asked, you were not sure where the inspection was or if one was completed for the month. You have organized the inspection forms in a three-ring notebook, but the August 2025 inspection was not available for review. A piece of stationary equipment was removed from the fenced paly area. We discussed removing it during the October 16, 2025, visit. FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION: During the visit, L.Howard, employee with the facility owner’s company, arrived to assist you today. When asked, Ms. Howard stated the facility email and the mailing address have changed. Ms. Howard also stated the facility contact has changed from Ms. Michaels to her. I requested Ms. Howard email the information before changing the facility contact and mailing address via the Regulatory System. I will be in contact with you if a new child care application needs to be completed regarding the changes. QRIS CONVERSATION: During a future visit, we will review parts of section .3200 of NC Child Care rules. The three (3) pathways will be discussed and reviewed along with staff education requirements, competency evaluation requirements, Facility Continuous Quality Improvement, Individual Continuous Quality Improvement, Family and Community Engagement Standards, approved curriculum and approved formative assessment, and the mentor requirements. We discussed making sure applicable staff submit their official transcripts to the Workforce Education Unit for education evaluation, if needed. Ensure staff have their most current education evaluated via the Workforce Education Unit. REMINDERS: LICENSING FEES: Invoices were emailed to licensed child care facility’s email addresses on November 3, 2025. Since the invoice number changes each year, you will need to ensure the invoice number you are paying begins with 25. Licensing fee payments are due by December 3, 2025. Licensing fees are paid online only, and paper checks are not accepted for payment. For questions regarding license fees, visit the License Fee Frequently Asked Questions or email: DCDEE_LF@dhhs.nc.gov for further assistance. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK-ABCMS PORTAL: When asked, you have not completed the ABCMS Moodle training. We discussed how to access the ABCMS Moodle training today using the facility’s business NCID and password to complete the training. We reviewed completing the training to learn how to connect current employees to the facility and to create an employee roster. As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. This information should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at 1-800-859-0829 and someone will assist you. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about today’s visit, you may contact me at (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email at susan.fuller@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
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/16/2025 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 10/16/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 170 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:20 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Unannounced Visit Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my visit was to monitor applicable NC Child Care requirements for an unannounced follow-up visit. Upon arrival, facility administrator, Carolyn Thomas, was present and available to assist today. Ms. Thomas remained at the facility for the duration of the visit. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. Ms. Thomas showed me a piece of new stationary equipment that was recently added to Playground 3. We also discussed potential structural changes to Room 1a and 1b. When asked, you are not sure if anyone has contacted the local building and fire inspector to review the structural changes/plans. The inspectors need to be contacted to ensure the proper permits are obtained and to see if the proposed structural changes would be approved and meet applicable codes. You stated the facility owner wants to add a floor to ceiling wall to separate Rooms 1a and 1b. Currently, the two spaces are separated by moveable shelving. You stated the owner wants to completely separate the two spaces. Remain in contact with me regarding the proposed plans. We discussed that depending on the changes, a new building and fire inspection may be required. If not, the inspectors will need to provide documentation stating the changes were completed according to applicable codes and the structure of the building was not compromised. If this is completed, contact me as the two spaces will need to be measured and the floor plan updated to reflect the changes. Three groups of children were observed today. No school aged children were present today. A total of twenty-two children ranging in ages from one (1) to four (4) years were present today. Rooms 1A, 1B, and 2 were in use today. The children and staff that are typically present in Room 4 were present in Room 1B today to eat lunch. After lunch, the staff member and children returned to Room 4 to rest time. The children present in Room 1A, and Room 2 remained in their rooms today. No children were present in Room 3 today. When asked, new staff have been hired since the last visit conducted on September 8, 2025. Ms. Thomas stated she is working on updating the staff and training worksheet to include the new staff. Once completed, email to me for review. I shared that this facility’s annual compliance visit will be conducted in the near future. The following violation was documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. Two sections of the green slide attached to the stationary equipment was not completely closed creating an small opening between the two pieces. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The violation documented must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violation on or before October 30, 2025. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: As we have previously reviewed, based on previous visits conducted August 13, 2025, and August 27, 2025, and the confirmation of allegations related to repeated violations of staff/child ratios and other violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. You emailed me a copy of the updated facility’s staff/child ratio policy. You reviewed the policy with current staff and emailed me a signed roster of who the policy was reviewed with at the facility. I will submit this information along with other applicable information for a possible administrative action. If further information is needed, I will contact you. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an eighteen-month compliance score of 87%. All licensed child care facilities must maintain at least a 75% Compliance History over an eighteen-month time frame. The violation documented today may affect this facility’s current compliance history score. FIRE INSPECTION: The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. When asked, you stated the fire inspector conducted a visit October 6, 2025, but did not complete the inspection. He answered three questions with a “no” answer; therefore, the inspection was not completed. You stated two of the questions on the inspection have been corrected; however, you are still working on fixing one of the questions. The inspector has required that some hardware be removed from the facility exit doors that had been here previously. We discussed contacting the fire inspector regarding how to cover the exposed bolts/screws that are still attached to the doors after removing part of the hardware. The bolts/screws are positioned mid-way up on the doors. We discussed cutting them with bolt cutters, if permitted. We discussed ensuring the inspection is completed on or before October 31, 2025. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPMENT: A new piece of stationary equipment has been added since the last unannounced visit to this facility. It is a playhouse with an enclosed/tunnel slide. Two sections of the tunnel slide are not completed attached leaving an opening that could cause a child to get pinched. The piece of equipment is manufactured by KidKraft. After reviewing the manufacturer’s instructions, this piece of equipment is manufactured for residential use only, not commercial use. We discussed removing the piece of equipment as soon as possible. Do not use this piece of equipment any longer. Explain to staff that the equipment cannot be used. There are other things and toys for the children to use. In the future, if you plan to purchase equipment, ensure the equipment is manufactured for commercial use and not residential use. Also, ensure the equipment is appropriate for the ages of children that plan to use the equipment and maintain manufacturer instructions on file for review. We also discussed removing the climber located near the spring rocker bus and geo-climber located in the fall zone in playground 4. STAFF/CHILD RATIO: Based on today’s visit, the appliable staff/child ratios were maintained for each group of children today. I provided you with a copy of the facility’s floor plan that reflects the spaces approved for use including the total square footage for each space and the number of children permitted for each space. I will also email you a copy of the space calculation sheet that also reflects this information. Continue to utilize staff as you need to and follow the developed staff/child ratio policy. Additional staff have recently been hired to assist with staffing at the facility to ensure the applicable staff/child ratios are maintained. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. The most current NC Child Care rules were effective July 1, 2025. UNANNOUNCED VISITS: Unannounced visits will continue to be conducted as required. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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.
10A NCAC 09 .0701 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 9/8/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 9/8/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 245 Time In: 10:45 AM Time Out: 02:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Follow-Up Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was follow up on violations documented during two (2) complaint visits conducted August 13, 2025, and August 27, 2025. Upon arrival, facility contact, Lindsey Howard and new facility administrator, Carolyn Thomas, were present and available to assist today. I was informed that as of August 29, 2025, Ms. Dixon is no longer employed at this facility. Ms. Howard stated Ms. Thomas began employment at this facility today, September 8, 2025. Ms. Howard left before the conclusion of today’s visit and gave verbal permission for Ms. Thomas to sign today’s visit summary. I printed and provided Ms. Thomas with a blank Legal Designee form and Preservice for Administrator form to complete and email back to me. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Three groups of children were observed today. No school aged children were present today. A total of twenty children ranging in ages from one (1) to four (4) years were present today. Rooms 1A, 1B, and 2 were in use today. The children and staff that are typically present in Room 4 were present in Room 1B today to eat lunch. After lunch, the staff member and children returned to Room 4 to rest time. The children present in Room 1A, and Room 2 remained in their rooms today. No children were present in Room 3 today. When asked, three (3) staff have been hired since the last visit conducted August 27, 2025. Ms. Thomas completed a staff and training worksheet for the three (3) new staff, that includes her, today. I monitored the three (3) staff records for C.Thomas, N.Herring, and K.Bartlett. A copy of the sign in/out log for the week of September 2, 2025, was reviewed today. The sign in/out information was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of fourteen (14) children are currently enrolled. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 544 Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. Five (5) children were observed watching a program on an electronic device that was observed in the middle of the table where the children were sitting. All five (5) of the children were one (1) and two (2) years of age. .0510(f) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. An active wasp nest has not been removed that is located in the corner of the wooden shade structure on Playground 4. Thorny vines have not been removed that were observed growing through the fence that encloses Playground 4. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. A medical report was not on file for two (2) staff members whose first day of hire was September 8, 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations. Also, email or mail me a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations from the August 13, 2025, and August 27, 2025, visits. Reference the visit summaries that were emailed to both you and Ms. Howard today for those two visits. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on previous visits conducted August 13, 2025, and August 27, 2025, and the confirmation of the allegations related to repeated violations of staff/child ratios and other violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. We further discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. You stated you are in the process of developing a policy that will be shared with staff and families regarding staff/child ratios and what will happen will the facility is short staffed. I asked that you email me a copy of the policy to review. I also explained further information may be needed to add to the policy and that information will be included in the Corrective Action Plan of the Administrative Action. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an eighteen-month compliance score of 88%. All licensed child care facilities must maintain at least a 75% Compliance History over an eighteen-month time frame. RECEIPT OF PREVIOUS VISIT SUMMARIES: When asked, Ms. Howard, stated she did not receive the visit summaries from the August 13, 2025, and August 27, 2025, visits. Ms. Howard stated the previous facility administrator did not share the visit summaries with her. I emailed a copy of these two (2) visit summaries and enrollment for both visits to both Ms. Howard and Ms. Thomas today. I explained I was present to also verify correction of the violations, but I also need you to submit a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented from both visits. When asked, Ms. Thomas is familiar with how to draft and compose a compliance letter. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Based on today’s visit, Item 805 has not been corrected. Ms. Thomas and I looked at where the wasp nest was and the thorny vines on the fence that encloses Playground 4. Ms. Howard shared with Ms. Dixon during the August 27, 2025, visit that someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later that day. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, August 27, 2025. The violations documented August 27, 2025, are due to be completed on or before September 10, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE ALARM SYSTEM: When asked, Ms. Howard stated that Chris Jackson, with Jackson Electric Security is scheduled to conduct a visit on Saturday, September 13, 2025, to service the alarm system and fire extinguishers. We further discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I will contact you with the current fire inspector’s name and contact information. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is employed by the company/owner of the facility and/or is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. Two (2) staff whose first day of hire is today, did not have a medical assessment on file for review. You contacted Ms. Howard today and shared that information with her. ABCMS PORTAL: Ms. Thomas and I discussed setting up the required information via the ABCMS portal for this facility so that a roster can be developed for current staff. Ms. Thomas worked at another licensed child care center and has completed the ABCMS training. CBC QUALIFICATION LETTER: I asked that Ms. Howard contact the CBC Unit at DCDEE regarding a qualification letter for her. According to the information on file, Ms. Howard appears to be qualified; however, a typical CBC qualification letter was not on file. Ms. Howard resides outside of NC for less than five (5) years. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. The most current NC Child Care rules were effective July 1, 2025. UNANNOUNCED VISITS: Unannounced visits will continue to be conducted as required. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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.
10A NCAC 09 .0703 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. I also conducted today’s visit to follow up on violations documented during the August 13, 2025, complaint visit. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Lindsey Howard, facility owner contact, arrived during the visit but left before the conclusion of the visit. I spoke with both Ms. Dixon and Ms. Howard today, along with applicable staff members. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Two groups of children were observed today. A total of fifteen children ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present Room 1B with one (1) staff member upon arrival. A total of six (6) children, ranging in ages from one (1) to two (2) were present with one (1) staff member in Room 2. A third staff member arrived shortly after my arrival to begin working her assigned time at 10AM. When she arrived and clocked in for work, she took seven (7) children, ranging in age from two (2) to three (3) years from Room 1B with her to Room 1A, where they remained for the duration of the visit. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, completing bathroom and handwashing routines, singing songs, and preparing to eat breakfast. The younger aged children in Room 2 were playing with toys made available and interacting with the assigned staff member. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. No children were present in Rooms 3 and 4 today. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason, based on a recent situation of the applicable staff/child ratio not being maintained and people coming to the facility to work with no required paperwork on file. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that on Friday, August 22, 2025, total of twelve (12) children, ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) person, that was sent to the facility by the facility’s owner’s contact, L.Howard to assist with caring for the children. Based on information provided, the person that was sent to the facility to work did not have any required paperwork on file nor was any paperwork provided during the time she was present on Friday, August 22, 2025. When asked, this person had never worked at the facility before. It was further reported that an assigned staff member cared for a total of four (4) children, all one (1) year of age, in Room 2 on Friday, August 22, 2025. Upon opening the facility on August 22, 2025, two (2) staff members were present beginning at 6AM and 6:10AM, per the daily staff timecard printed from ProCare. At 11:21AM and 11:22AM, two (2) of the three (3) staff clocked out for the remainder of the day. Per information reported and the daily staff timecard from ProCare, a third staff member, K.Royall, arrived at 7:30AM. No “clock out time” was documented for Ms. Royall on the printed daily staff timecard from August 22, 2025, that was reviewed today. It was reported during interviews today that Ms. Howard was contacted and notified that staff had to leave the facility and additional staff were needed. After Ms. Howard was notified, a person was sent to the facility to provide care to children. An additional two (2) staff that work with the facility’s owner, Ms. Howard and L.Michaels, arrived later during the day August 22, 2025. It was reported that Ms. Michaels arrived between 1:30PM and 2PM on August 22, 2025, and Ms. Howard arrived between 3:45PM and 4PM. It was further reported that both Ms. Howard and Ms. Michaels remained at the facility until closing at 6PM. During today’s visit, a total of fifteen (15) children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member, until an additional staff member arrived to work at 10AM. The applicable staff/child ratios were not met upon arrival in Room 1B until 10AM. Room 1B has a space capacity of fourteen (14) based on enhanced space requirements. The space capacity of fourteen (14) was exceeded today in Room 1B until 10AM when another staff member arrived to work. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 22, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of sixteen (16) children were present on August 22, 2025. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION TWO REGARDING STAFF RECORDS: When asked, a staff record was not available nor reviewed for the person who worked as a substitute on Friday, August 22, 2025. It was reported that this person did not provide any staff information to staff at the facility on August 22, 2025; however, Ms. Howard reported today that the person working as a substitute had her staff information with her on August 22, 2025. Based on information provided by staff, the above-mentioned person worked substitute for part of the day on August 22, 2025, and had full caregiving responsibilities for a group of children. During the visit today, Ms. Howard brought paperwork for her, Ms. Michaels, and the substitute. After the review of the paperwork provided for these individuals, all required paperwork was not available, including a current criminal background qualification letter for the person who worked as a substitute and Ms. Howard. After reviewing the information listed in the ABCMS system, it appears Ms. Howard is qualified through October 4, 2029; however, a copy of her criminal background check qualification letter was not available today. No information was listed for the person who worked as a substitute on August 22, 2025, via the ABCMS system today. In the paperwork brought to the facility today from Ms. Howard, Ms. Michaels has a current qualification letter that is valid through July 14, 2028. According to paperwork reviewed today, the person who worked as a substitute and was left alone is currently seventeen years old; therefore, she cannot have full responsibility of a group of children, since she is younger than eighteen. As of today, the required paperwork was on file for the staff members present. All staff present today have been employed at this facility. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was confirmed. Additional violations regarding criminal records were documented today based on information provided and reviewed. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 1016 Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children. A person, who was 17 years old, had responsibility for a group of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years, in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. GS 110-91(8); GS 110-106(e); 10A NCAC 09 .0703(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for a person who was working as a substitute and responsible for a group of children in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Records were not made available for review for one person, who was working as a substitute, on August 22, 2025. Two (2) office staff members were also present on August 22, 2025 and did not have a health questionnaire nor emergency information on file for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for two (2) persons, E.Pelt and L.Howard, who came to assist at the facility on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter verifying the correction of the violations on or before September 10, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place in an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of the allegations related to this complaint and repeat violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. Two (2) of the violations documented today are repeated violations from the August 13, 2025, visit. We discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Two (2) of the violations, Items 107 and 301, documented August 13, 2025, were documented again today. Based on today’s visit, it was observed that one (1) of the wasp nests had been removed, but the wasp nest on Playground 4 had not and was still active. A staff member sprayed the wasp nest today and stated it will be removed. The thorny vines growing through parts of the fence that encloses Playground 4 have not been removed. You called Ms. Howard later in the visit today and stated these items have not been corrected and need to be as soon as possible. You stated Ms. Howard shared someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later today. Once completed, email me a compliance letter verifying the correction later today. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, today, August 27, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE DRILLS: During the visit today, it was observed that a fire drill had not been conducted for August 2025. During the visit today, it was also shared that the fire alarm system has not been used when conducting monthly fire drills. I also shared this information with Ms. Howard. It was shared that the administrator will yell “fire fire” when conducting monthly fire drills because when she attempts to contact the fire alarm company by calling the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system, she receives a voice message stating she cannot leave a message, and no one is available. I attempted to contact the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system and also received the same message. The fire alarm company reflected on the sticker is “Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co. Inc”. The phone number specified on the sticker is (252) 235-4605. Ms. Howard also attempted to contact Security Sight and Sound via the above phone number but also received a voice mail message and could not leave a message. Ms. Howard looked for any documentation that may be on file pertaining to fire drills and the fire alarm company. Ms. Howard did find a file containing some paperwork from Security Central, an alarm monitoring company. Ms. Howard contacted Security Central during the visit to inquire how to put the fire alarm system in test mode to conduct a fire drill. Based on this information, I asked that a fire drill be conducted today since no drill had been conducted yet for August 2025. I wanted to ensure the fire alarm system was also working properly. Ms. Dixon stated she would conduct a fire drill. Ms. Howard completed the steps and placed the fire alarm system on test mode. Ms. Dixon pulled the fire alarm located on the wall in the kitchen to sound the alarm. The children and staff gathered and exited the building to their assigned area located within the fenced play area. Staff were observed taking out notebooks that contained emergency information for the children. Staff also had their phones that had access to attendance via the ProCare system. After the drill was completed, no one could get the fire alarm out of test mode. The fire alarm continued to sound until Ms. Howard contacted someone to come and try to determine the problem with the fire alarm. It was a gentleman, who stated he has his company, Jackson Electric Security. He was able to disarm the fire alarm system and figured out the reason it would not turn off was because the pull station in the kitchen was pulled and needed to be reset. He had to leave the facility and get the correct tool to reset the pull station. He left for a short period of time and came back to reset the pull station in the kitchen. He also was able to set the fire alarm system, so it was working and ready. Ms. Howard and I discussed contacting another fire alarm company that will service the fire pull station since no one could contact the current company, Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co., Inc. Ms. Howard stated she was working on contacting another company and would get this done immediately. We discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I attempted to contact the local fire inspector during the visit today but received a voice mail message. I left a message for the fire inspector but did not receive a return call during the visit. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work; however, when staff call in and don’t come to work during their assigned time, this can affect the required staff/child ratio and group size. We discussed that if you do not have enough qualified staff to work and maintain applicable NC Child care rules, you may have to close the facility, and/or explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. If you implement some type of policy or procedure regarding applicable staff/child ratios, please ensure to explain the information in the compliance letter. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on today’s observations, a total of 15 children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. This was reviewed during the visit on August 13, 2025, as well. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: A person that is younger than 18 years of age cannot be left alone to supervise and be in charge of a group of children. Anyone younger than 18 years must work with someone that is 21 years of age and older. If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted based on the violations documented today. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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.
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. I also conducted today’s visit to follow up on violations documented during the August 13, 2025, complaint visit. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Lindsey Howard, facility owner contact, arrived during the visit but left before the conclusion of the visit. I spoke with both Ms. Dixon and Ms. Howard today, along with applicable staff members. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Two groups of children were observed today. A total of fifteen children ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present Room 1B with one (1) staff member upon arrival. A total of six (6) children, ranging in ages from one (1) to two (2) were present with one (1) staff member in Room 2. A third staff member arrived shortly after my arrival to begin working her assigned time at 10AM. When she arrived and clocked in for work, she took seven (7) children, ranging in age from two (2) to three (3) years from Room 1B with her to Room 1A, where they remained for the duration of the visit. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, completing bathroom and handwashing routines, singing songs, and preparing to eat breakfast. The younger aged children in Room 2 were playing with toys made available and interacting with the assigned staff member. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. No children were present in Rooms 3 and 4 today. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason, based on a recent situation of the applicable staff/child ratio not being maintained and people coming to the facility to work with no required paperwork on file. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that on Friday, August 22, 2025, total of twelve (12) children, ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) person, that was sent to the facility by the facility’s owner’s contact, L.Howard to assist with caring for the children. Based on information provided, the person that was sent to the facility to work did not have any required paperwork on file nor was any paperwork provided during the time she was present on Friday, August 22, 2025. When asked, this person had never worked at the facility before. It was further reported that an assigned staff member cared for a total of four (4) children, all one (1) year of age, in Room 2 on Friday, August 22, 2025. Upon opening the facility on August 22, 2025, two (2) staff members were present beginning at 6AM and 6:10AM, per the daily staff timecard printed from ProCare. At 11:21AM and 11:22AM, two (2) of the three (3) staff clocked out for the remainder of the day. Per information reported and the daily staff timecard from ProCare, a third staff member, K.Royall, arrived at 7:30AM. No “clock out time” was documented for Ms. Royall on the printed daily staff timecard from August 22, 2025, that was reviewed today. It was reported during interviews today that Ms. Howard was contacted and notified that staff had to leave the facility and additional staff were needed. After Ms. Howard was notified, a person was sent to the facility to provide care to children. An additional two (2) staff that work with the facility’s owner, Ms. Howard and L.Michaels, arrived later during the day August 22, 2025. It was reported that Ms. Michaels arrived between 1:30PM and 2PM on August 22, 2025, and Ms. Howard arrived between 3:45PM and 4PM. It was further reported that both Ms. Howard and Ms. Michaels remained at the facility until closing at 6PM. During today’s visit, a total of fifteen (15) children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member, until an additional staff member arrived to work at 10AM. The applicable staff/child ratios were not met upon arrival in Room 1B until 10AM. Room 1B has a space capacity of fourteen (14) based on enhanced space requirements. The space capacity of fourteen (14) was exceeded today in Room 1B until 10AM when another staff member arrived to work. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 22, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of sixteen (16) children were present on August 22, 2025. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION TWO REGARDING STAFF RECORDS: When asked, a staff record was not available nor reviewed for the person who worked as a substitute on Friday, August 22, 2025. It was reported that this person did not provide any staff information to staff at the facility on August 22, 2025; however, Ms. Howard reported today that the person working as a substitute had her staff information with her on August 22, 2025. Based on information provided by staff, the above-mentioned person worked substitute for part of the day on August 22, 2025, and had full caregiving responsibilities for a group of children. During the visit today, Ms. Howard brought paperwork for her, Ms. Michaels, and the substitute. After the review of the paperwork provided for these individuals, all required paperwork was not available, including a current criminal background qualification letter for the person who worked as a substitute and Ms. Howard. After reviewing the information listed in the ABCMS system, it appears Ms. Howard is qualified through October 4, 2029; however, a copy of her criminal background check qualification letter was not available today. No information was listed for the person who worked as a substitute on August 22, 2025, via the ABCMS system today. In the paperwork brought to the facility today from Ms. Howard, Ms. Michaels has a current qualification letter that is valid through July 14, 2028. According to paperwork reviewed today, the person who worked as a substitute and was left alone is currently seventeen years old; therefore, she cannot have full responsibility of a group of children, since she is younger than eighteen. As of today, the required paperwork was on file for the staff members present. All staff present today have been employed at this facility. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was confirmed. Additional violations regarding criminal records were documented today based on information provided and reviewed. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 1016 Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children. A person, who was 17 years old, had responsibility for a group of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years, in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. GS 110-91(8); GS 110-106(e); 10A NCAC 09 .0703(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for a person who was working as a substitute and responsible for a group of children in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Records were not made available for review for one person, who was working as a substitute, on August 22, 2025. Two (2) office staff members were also present on August 22, 2025 and did not have a health questionnaire nor emergency information on file for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for two (2) persons, E.Pelt and L.Howard, who came to assist at the facility on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter verifying the correction of the violations on or before September 10, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place in an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of the allegations related to this complaint and repeat violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. Two (2) of the violations documented today are repeated violations from the August 13, 2025, visit. We discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Two (2) of the violations, Items 107 and 301, documented August 13, 2025, were documented again today. Based on today’s visit, it was observed that one (1) of the wasp nests had been removed, but the wasp nest on Playground 4 had not and was still active. A staff member sprayed the wasp nest today and stated it will be removed. The thorny vines growing through parts of the fence that encloses Playground 4 have not been removed. You called Ms. Howard later in the visit today and stated these items have not been corrected and need to be as soon as possible. You stated Ms. Howard shared someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later today. Once completed, email me a compliance letter verifying the correction later today. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, today, August 27, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE DRILLS: During the visit today, it was observed that a fire drill had not been conducted for August 2025. During the visit today, it was also shared that the fire alarm system has not been used when conducting monthly fire drills. I also shared this information with Ms. Howard. It was shared that the administrator will yell “fire fire” when conducting monthly fire drills because when she attempts to contact the fire alarm company by calling the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system, she receives a voice message stating she cannot leave a message, and no one is available. I attempted to contact the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system and also received the same message. The fire alarm company reflected on the sticker is “Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co. Inc”. The phone number specified on the sticker is (252) 235-4605. Ms. Howard also attempted to contact Security Sight and Sound via the above phone number but also received a voice mail message and could not leave a message. Ms. Howard looked for any documentation that may be on file pertaining to fire drills and the fire alarm company. Ms. Howard did find a file containing some paperwork from Security Central, an alarm monitoring company. Ms. Howard contacted Security Central during the visit to inquire how to put the fire alarm system in test mode to conduct a fire drill. Based on this information, I asked that a fire drill be conducted today since no drill had been conducted yet for August 2025. I wanted to ensure the fire alarm system was also working properly. Ms. Dixon stated she would conduct a fire drill. Ms. Howard completed the steps and placed the fire alarm system on test mode. Ms. Dixon pulled the fire alarm located on the wall in the kitchen to sound the alarm. The children and staff gathered and exited the building to their assigned area located within the fenced play area. Staff were observed taking out notebooks that contained emergency information for the children. Staff also had their phones that had access to attendance via the ProCare system. After the drill was completed, no one could get the fire alarm out of test mode. The fire alarm continued to sound until Ms. Howard contacted someone to come and try to determine the problem with the fire alarm. It was a gentleman, who stated he has his company, Jackson Electric Security. He was able to disarm the fire alarm system and figured out the reason it would not turn off was because the pull station in the kitchen was pulled and needed to be reset. He had to leave the facility and get the correct tool to reset the pull station. He left for a short period of time and came back to reset the pull station in the kitchen. He also was able to set the fire alarm system, so it was working and ready. Ms. Howard and I discussed contacting another fire alarm company that will service the fire pull station since no one could contact the current company, Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co., Inc. Ms. Howard stated she was working on contacting another company and would get this done immediately. We discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I attempted to contact the local fire inspector during the visit today but received a voice mail message. I left a message for the fire inspector but did not receive a return call during the visit. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work; however, when staff call in and don’t come to work during their assigned time, this can affect the required staff/child ratio and group size. We discussed that if you do not have enough qualified staff to work and maintain applicable NC Child care rules, you may have to close the facility, and/or explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. If you implement some type of policy or procedure regarding applicable staff/child ratios, please ensure to explain the information in the compliance letter. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on today’s observations, a total of 15 children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. This was reviewed during the visit on August 13, 2025, as well. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: A person that is younger than 18 years of age cannot be left alone to supervise and be in charge of a group of children. Anyone younger than 18 years must work with someone that is 21 years of age and older. If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted based on the violations documented today. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. I also conducted today’s visit to follow up on violations documented during the August 13, 2025, complaint visit. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Lindsey Howard, facility owner contact, arrived during the visit but left before the conclusion of the visit. I spoke with both Ms. Dixon and Ms. Howard today, along with applicable staff members. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Two groups of children were observed today. A total of fifteen children ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present Room 1B with one (1) staff member upon arrival. A total of six (6) children, ranging in ages from one (1) to two (2) were present with one (1) staff member in Room 2. A third staff member arrived shortly after my arrival to begin working her assigned time at 10AM. When she arrived and clocked in for work, she took seven (7) children, ranging in age from two (2) to three (3) years from Room 1B with her to Room 1A, where they remained for the duration of the visit. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, completing bathroom and handwashing routines, singing songs, and preparing to eat breakfast. The younger aged children in Room 2 were playing with toys made available and interacting with the assigned staff member. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. No children were present in Rooms 3 and 4 today. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason, based on a recent situation of the applicable staff/child ratio not being maintained and people coming to the facility to work with no required paperwork on file. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that on Friday, August 22, 2025, total of twelve (12) children, ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) person, that was sent to the facility by the facility’s owner’s contact, L.Howard to assist with caring for the children. Based on information provided, the person that was sent to the facility to work did not have any required paperwork on file nor was any paperwork provided during the time she was present on Friday, August 22, 2025. When asked, this person had never worked at the facility before. It was further reported that an assigned staff member cared for a total of four (4) children, all one (1) year of age, in Room 2 on Friday, August 22, 2025. Upon opening the facility on August 22, 2025, two (2) staff members were present beginning at 6AM and 6:10AM, per the daily staff timecard printed from ProCare. At 11:21AM and 11:22AM, two (2) of the three (3) staff clocked out for the remainder of the day. Per information reported and the daily staff timecard from ProCare, a third staff member, K.Royall, arrived at 7:30AM. No “clock out time” was documented for Ms. Royall on the printed daily staff timecard from August 22, 2025, that was reviewed today. It was reported during interviews today that Ms. Howard was contacted and notified that staff had to leave the facility and additional staff were needed. After Ms. Howard was notified, a person was sent to the facility to provide care to children. An additional two (2) staff that work with the facility’s owner, Ms. Howard and L.Michaels, arrived later during the day August 22, 2025. It was reported that Ms. Michaels arrived between 1:30PM and 2PM on August 22, 2025, and Ms. Howard arrived between 3:45PM and 4PM. It was further reported that both Ms. Howard and Ms. Michaels remained at the facility until closing at 6PM. During today’s visit, a total of fifteen (15) children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member, until an additional staff member arrived to work at 10AM. The applicable staff/child ratios were not met upon arrival in Room 1B until 10AM. Room 1B has a space capacity of fourteen (14) based on enhanced space requirements. The space capacity of fourteen (14) was exceeded today in Room 1B until 10AM when another staff member arrived to work. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 22, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of sixteen (16) children were present on August 22, 2025. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION TWO REGARDING STAFF RECORDS: When asked, a staff record was not available nor reviewed for the person who worked as a substitute on Friday, August 22, 2025. It was reported that this person did not provide any staff information to staff at the facility on August 22, 2025; however, Ms. Howard reported today that the person working as a substitute had her staff information with her on August 22, 2025. Based on information provided by staff, the above-mentioned person worked substitute for part of the day on August 22, 2025, and had full caregiving responsibilities for a group of children. During the visit today, Ms. Howard brought paperwork for her, Ms. Michaels, and the substitute. After the review of the paperwork provided for these individuals, all required paperwork was not available, including a current criminal background qualification letter for the person who worked as a substitute and Ms. Howard. After reviewing the information listed in the ABCMS system, it appears Ms. Howard is qualified through October 4, 2029; however, a copy of her criminal background check qualification letter was not available today. No information was listed for the person who worked as a substitute on August 22, 2025, via the ABCMS system today. In the paperwork brought to the facility today from Ms. Howard, Ms. Michaels has a current qualification letter that is valid through July 14, 2028. According to paperwork reviewed today, the person who worked as a substitute and was left alone is currently seventeen years old; therefore, she cannot have full responsibility of a group of children, since she is younger than eighteen. As of today, the required paperwork was on file for the staff members present. All staff present today have been employed at this facility. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was confirmed. Additional violations regarding criminal records were documented today based on information provided and reviewed. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 1016 Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children. A person, who was 17 years old, had responsibility for a group of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years, in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. GS 110-91(8); GS 110-106(e); 10A NCAC 09 .0703(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for a person who was working as a substitute and responsible for a group of children in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Records were not made available for review for one person, who was working as a substitute, on August 22, 2025. Two (2) office staff members were also present on August 22, 2025 and did not have a health questionnaire nor emergency information on file for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for two (2) persons, E.Pelt and L.Howard, who came to assist at the facility on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter verifying the correction of the violations on or before September 10, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place in an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of the allegations related to this complaint and repeat violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. Two (2) of the violations documented today are repeated violations from the August 13, 2025, visit. We discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Two (2) of the violations, Items 107 and 301, documented August 13, 2025, were documented again today. Based on today’s visit, it was observed that one (1) of the wasp nests had been removed, but the wasp nest on Playground 4 had not and was still active. A staff member sprayed the wasp nest today and stated it will be removed. The thorny vines growing through parts of the fence that encloses Playground 4 have not been removed. You called Ms. Howard later in the visit today and stated these items have not been corrected and need to be as soon as possible. You stated Ms. Howard shared someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later today. Once completed, email me a compliance letter verifying the correction later today. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, today, August 27, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE DRILLS: During the visit today, it was observed that a fire drill had not been conducted for August 2025. During the visit today, it was also shared that the fire alarm system has not been used when conducting monthly fire drills. I also shared this information with Ms. Howard. It was shared that the administrator will yell “fire fire” when conducting monthly fire drills because when she attempts to contact the fire alarm company by calling the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system, she receives a voice message stating she cannot leave a message, and no one is available. I attempted to contact the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system and also received the same message. The fire alarm company reflected on the sticker is “Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co. Inc”. The phone number specified on the sticker is (252) 235-4605. Ms. Howard also attempted to contact Security Sight and Sound via the above phone number but also received a voice mail message and could not leave a message. Ms. Howard looked for any documentation that may be on file pertaining to fire drills and the fire alarm company. Ms. Howard did find a file containing some paperwork from Security Central, an alarm monitoring company. Ms. Howard contacted Security Central during the visit to inquire how to put the fire alarm system in test mode to conduct a fire drill. Based on this information, I asked that a fire drill be conducted today since no drill had been conducted yet for August 2025. I wanted to ensure the fire alarm system was also working properly. Ms. Dixon stated she would conduct a fire drill. Ms. Howard completed the steps and placed the fire alarm system on test mode. Ms. Dixon pulled the fire alarm located on the wall in the kitchen to sound the alarm. The children and staff gathered and exited the building to their assigned area located within the fenced play area. Staff were observed taking out notebooks that contained emergency information for the children. Staff also had their phones that had access to attendance via the ProCare system. After the drill was completed, no one could get the fire alarm out of test mode. The fire alarm continued to sound until Ms. Howard contacted someone to come and try to determine the problem with the fire alarm. It was a gentleman, who stated he has his company, Jackson Electric Security. He was able to disarm the fire alarm system and figured out the reason it would not turn off was because the pull station in the kitchen was pulled and needed to be reset. He had to leave the facility and get the correct tool to reset the pull station. He left for a short period of time and came back to reset the pull station in the kitchen. He also was able to set the fire alarm system, so it was working and ready. Ms. Howard and I discussed contacting another fire alarm company that will service the fire pull station since no one could contact the current company, Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co., Inc. Ms. Howard stated she was working on contacting another company and would get this done immediately. We discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I attempted to contact the local fire inspector during the visit today but received a voice mail message. I left a message for the fire inspector but did not receive a return call during the visit. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work; however, when staff call in and don’t come to work during their assigned time, this can affect the required staff/child ratio and group size. We discussed that if you do not have enough qualified staff to work and maintain applicable NC Child care rules, you may have to close the facility, and/or explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. If you implement some type of policy or procedure regarding applicable staff/child ratios, please ensure to explain the information in the compliance letter. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on today’s observations, a total of 15 children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. This was reviewed during the visit on August 13, 2025, as well. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: A person that is younger than 18 years of age cannot be left alone to supervise and be in charge of a group of children. Anyone younger than 18 years must work with someone that is 21 years of age and older. If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted based on the violations documented today. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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 110-106 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. I also conducted today’s visit to follow up on violations documented during the August 13, 2025, complaint visit. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Lindsey Howard, facility owner contact, arrived during the visit but left before the conclusion of the visit. I spoke with both Ms. Dixon and Ms. Howard today, along with applicable staff members. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Two groups of children were observed today. A total of fifteen children ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present Room 1B with one (1) staff member upon arrival. A total of six (6) children, ranging in ages from one (1) to two (2) were present with one (1) staff member in Room 2. A third staff member arrived shortly after my arrival to begin working her assigned time at 10AM. When she arrived and clocked in for work, she took seven (7) children, ranging in age from two (2) to three (3) years from Room 1B with her to Room 1A, where they remained for the duration of the visit. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, completing bathroom and handwashing routines, singing songs, and preparing to eat breakfast. The younger aged children in Room 2 were playing with toys made available and interacting with the assigned staff member. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. No children were present in Rooms 3 and 4 today. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason, based on a recent situation of the applicable staff/child ratio not being maintained and people coming to the facility to work with no required paperwork on file. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that on Friday, August 22, 2025, total of twelve (12) children, ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) person, that was sent to the facility by the facility’s owner’s contact, L.Howard to assist with caring for the children. Based on information provided, the person that was sent to the facility to work did not have any required paperwork on file nor was any paperwork provided during the time she was present on Friday, August 22, 2025. When asked, this person had never worked at the facility before. It was further reported that an assigned staff member cared for a total of four (4) children, all one (1) year of age, in Room 2 on Friday, August 22, 2025. Upon opening the facility on August 22, 2025, two (2) staff members were present beginning at 6AM and 6:10AM, per the daily staff timecard printed from ProCare. At 11:21AM and 11:22AM, two (2) of the three (3) staff clocked out for the remainder of the day. Per information reported and the daily staff timecard from ProCare, a third staff member, K.Royall, arrived at 7:30AM. No “clock out time” was documented for Ms. Royall on the printed daily staff timecard from August 22, 2025, that was reviewed today. It was reported during interviews today that Ms. Howard was contacted and notified that staff had to leave the facility and additional staff were needed. After Ms. Howard was notified, a person was sent to the facility to provide care to children. An additional two (2) staff that work with the facility’s owner, Ms. Howard and L.Michaels, arrived later during the day August 22, 2025. It was reported that Ms. Michaels arrived between 1:30PM and 2PM on August 22, 2025, and Ms. Howard arrived between 3:45PM and 4PM. It was further reported that both Ms. Howard and Ms. Michaels remained at the facility until closing at 6PM. During today’s visit, a total of fifteen (15) children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member, until an additional staff member arrived to work at 10AM. The applicable staff/child ratios were not met upon arrival in Room 1B until 10AM. Room 1B has a space capacity of fourteen (14) based on enhanced space requirements. The space capacity of fourteen (14) was exceeded today in Room 1B until 10AM when another staff member arrived to work. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 22, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of sixteen (16) children were present on August 22, 2025. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION TWO REGARDING STAFF RECORDS: When asked, a staff record was not available nor reviewed for the person who worked as a substitute on Friday, August 22, 2025. It was reported that this person did not provide any staff information to staff at the facility on August 22, 2025; however, Ms. Howard reported today that the person working as a substitute had her staff information with her on August 22, 2025. Based on information provided by staff, the above-mentioned person worked substitute for part of the day on August 22, 2025, and had full caregiving responsibilities for a group of children. During the visit today, Ms. Howard brought paperwork for her, Ms. Michaels, and the substitute. After the review of the paperwork provided for these individuals, all required paperwork was not available, including a current criminal background qualification letter for the person who worked as a substitute and Ms. Howard. After reviewing the information listed in the ABCMS system, it appears Ms. Howard is qualified through October 4, 2029; however, a copy of her criminal background check qualification letter was not available today. No information was listed for the person who worked as a substitute on August 22, 2025, via the ABCMS system today. In the paperwork brought to the facility today from Ms. Howard, Ms. Michaels has a current qualification letter that is valid through July 14, 2028. According to paperwork reviewed today, the person who worked as a substitute and was left alone is currently seventeen years old; therefore, she cannot have full responsibility of a group of children, since she is younger than eighteen. As of today, the required paperwork was on file for the staff members present. All staff present today have been employed at this facility. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was confirmed. Additional violations regarding criminal records were documented today based on information provided and reviewed. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 1016 Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children. A person, who was 17 years old, had responsibility for a group of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years, in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. GS 110-91(8); GS 110-106(e); 10A NCAC 09 .0703(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for a person who was working as a substitute and responsible for a group of children in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Records were not made available for review for one person, who was working as a substitute, on August 22, 2025. Two (2) office staff members were also present on August 22, 2025 and did not have a health questionnaire nor emergency information on file for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for two (2) persons, E.Pelt and L.Howard, who came to assist at the facility on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter verifying the correction of the violations on or before September 10, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place in an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of the allegations related to this complaint and repeat violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. Two (2) of the violations documented today are repeated violations from the August 13, 2025, visit. We discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Two (2) of the violations, Items 107 and 301, documented August 13, 2025, were documented again today. Based on today’s visit, it was observed that one (1) of the wasp nests had been removed, but the wasp nest on Playground 4 had not and was still active. A staff member sprayed the wasp nest today and stated it will be removed. The thorny vines growing through parts of the fence that encloses Playground 4 have not been removed. You called Ms. Howard later in the visit today and stated these items have not been corrected and need to be as soon as possible. You stated Ms. Howard shared someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later today. Once completed, email me a compliance letter verifying the correction later today. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, today, August 27, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE DRILLS: During the visit today, it was observed that a fire drill had not been conducted for August 2025. During the visit today, it was also shared that the fire alarm system has not been used when conducting monthly fire drills. I also shared this information with Ms. Howard. It was shared that the administrator will yell “fire fire” when conducting monthly fire drills because when she attempts to contact the fire alarm company by calling the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system, she receives a voice message stating she cannot leave a message, and no one is available. I attempted to contact the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system and also received the same message. The fire alarm company reflected on the sticker is “Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co. Inc”. The phone number specified on the sticker is (252) 235-4605. Ms. Howard also attempted to contact Security Sight and Sound via the above phone number but also received a voice mail message and could not leave a message. Ms. Howard looked for any documentation that may be on file pertaining to fire drills and the fire alarm company. Ms. Howard did find a file containing some paperwork from Security Central, an alarm monitoring company. Ms. Howard contacted Security Central during the visit to inquire how to put the fire alarm system in test mode to conduct a fire drill. Based on this information, I asked that a fire drill be conducted today since no drill had been conducted yet for August 2025. I wanted to ensure the fire alarm system was also working properly. Ms. Dixon stated she would conduct a fire drill. Ms. Howard completed the steps and placed the fire alarm system on test mode. Ms. Dixon pulled the fire alarm located on the wall in the kitchen to sound the alarm. The children and staff gathered and exited the building to their assigned area located within the fenced play area. Staff were observed taking out notebooks that contained emergency information for the children. Staff also had their phones that had access to attendance via the ProCare system. After the drill was completed, no one could get the fire alarm out of test mode. The fire alarm continued to sound until Ms. Howard contacted someone to come and try to determine the problem with the fire alarm. It was a gentleman, who stated he has his company, Jackson Electric Security. He was able to disarm the fire alarm system and figured out the reason it would not turn off was because the pull station in the kitchen was pulled and needed to be reset. He had to leave the facility and get the correct tool to reset the pull station. He left for a short period of time and came back to reset the pull station in the kitchen. He also was able to set the fire alarm system, so it was working and ready. Ms. Howard and I discussed contacting another fire alarm company that will service the fire pull station since no one could contact the current company, Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co., Inc. Ms. Howard stated she was working on contacting another company and would get this done immediately. We discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I attempted to contact the local fire inspector during the visit today but received a voice mail message. I left a message for the fire inspector but did not receive a return call during the visit. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work; however, when staff call in and don’t come to work during their assigned time, this can affect the required staff/child ratio and group size. We discussed that if you do not have enough qualified staff to work and maintain applicable NC Child care rules, you may have to close the facility, and/or explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. If you implement some type of policy or procedure regarding applicable staff/child ratios, please ensure to explain the information in the compliance letter. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on today’s observations, a total of 15 children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. This was reviewed during the visit on August 13, 2025, as well. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: A person that is younger than 18 years of age cannot be left alone to supervise and be in charge of a group of children. Anyone younger than 18 years must work with someone that is 21 years of age and older. If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted based on the violations documented today. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-294L Visit Date: 8/27/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 8/27/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 290 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 02:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. I also conducted today’s visit to follow up on violations documented during the August 13, 2025, complaint visit. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Lindsey Howard, facility owner contact, arrived during the visit but left before the conclusion of the visit. I spoke with both Ms. Dixon and Ms. Howard today, along with applicable staff members. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility today. I also checked the wooden shade structures within the fenced play areas and the chain link fence that encloses Playground 4. Two groups of children were observed today. A total of fifteen children ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present Room 1B with one (1) staff member upon arrival. A total of six (6) children, ranging in ages from one (1) to two (2) were present with one (1) staff member in Room 2. A third staff member arrived shortly after my arrival to begin working her assigned time at 10AM. When she arrived and clocked in for work, she took seven (7) children, ranging in age from two (2) to three (3) years from Room 1B with her to Room 1A, where they remained for the duration of the visit. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, completing bathroom and handwashing routines, singing songs, and preparing to eat breakfast. The younger aged children in Room 2 were playing with toys made available and interacting with the assigned staff member. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. No children were present in Rooms 3 and 4 today. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason, based on a recent situation of the applicable staff/child ratio not being maintained and people coming to the facility to work with no required paperwork on file. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that on Friday, August 22, 2025, total of twelve (12) children, ranging in age from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) person, that was sent to the facility by the facility’s owner’s contact, L.Howard to assist with caring for the children. Based on information provided, the person that was sent to the facility to work did not have any required paperwork on file nor was any paperwork provided during the time she was present on Friday, August 22, 2025. When asked, this person had never worked at the facility before. It was further reported that an assigned staff member cared for a total of four (4) children, all one (1) year of age, in Room 2 on Friday, August 22, 2025. Upon opening the facility on August 22, 2025, two (2) staff members were present beginning at 6AM and 6:10AM, per the daily staff timecard printed from ProCare. At 11:21AM and 11:22AM, two (2) of the three (3) staff clocked out for the remainder of the day. Per information reported and the daily staff timecard from ProCare, a third staff member, K.Royall, arrived at 7:30AM. No “clock out time” was documented for Ms. Royall on the printed daily staff timecard from August 22, 2025, that was reviewed today. It was reported during interviews today that Ms. Howard was contacted and notified that staff had to leave the facility and additional staff were needed. After Ms. Howard was notified, a person was sent to the facility to provide care to children. An additional two (2) staff that work with the facility’s owner, Ms. Howard and L.Michaels, arrived later during the day August 22, 2025. It was reported that Ms. Michaels arrived between 1:30PM and 2PM on August 22, 2025, and Ms. Howard arrived between 3:45PM and 4PM. It was further reported that both Ms. Howard and Ms. Michaels remained at the facility until closing at 6PM. During today’s visit, a total of fifteen (15) children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member, until an additional staff member arrived to work at 10AM. The applicable staff/child ratios were not met upon arrival in Room 1B until 10AM. Room 1B has a space capacity of fourteen (14) based on enhanced space requirements. The space capacity of fourteen (14) was exceeded today in Room 1B until 10AM when another staff member arrived to work. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 22, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided per ProCare, a total of sixteen (16) children were present on August 22, 2025. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION TWO REGARDING STAFF RECORDS: When asked, a staff record was not available nor reviewed for the person who worked as a substitute on Friday, August 22, 2025. It was reported that this person did not provide any staff information to staff at the facility on August 22, 2025; however, Ms. Howard reported today that the person working as a substitute had her staff information with her on August 22, 2025. Based on information provided by staff, the above-mentioned person worked substitute for part of the day on August 22, 2025, and had full caregiving responsibilities for a group of children. During the visit today, Ms. Howard brought paperwork for her, Ms. Michaels, and the substitute. After the review of the paperwork provided for these individuals, all required paperwork was not available, including a current criminal background qualification letter for the person who worked as a substitute and Ms. Howard. After reviewing the information listed in the ABCMS system, it appears Ms. Howard is qualified through October 4, 2029; however, a copy of her criminal background check qualification letter was not available today. No information was listed for the person who worked as a substitute on August 22, 2025, via the ABCMS system today. In the paperwork brought to the facility today from Ms. Howard, Ms. Michaels has a current qualification letter that is valid through July 14, 2028. According to paperwork reviewed today, the person who worked as a substitute and was left alone is currently seventeen years old; therefore, she cannot have full responsibility of a group of children, since she is younger than eighteen. As of today, the required paperwork was on file for the staff members present. All staff present today have been employed at this facility. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was confirmed. Additional violations regarding criminal records were documented today based on information provided and reviewed. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of fifteen children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together today with one (1) staff member in Room 1B. On August 22, 2025, a total of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were grouped together with one (1) person in Room 1B. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 1016 Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children. A person, who was 17 years old, had responsibility for a group of twelve children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5) years, in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. GS 110-91(8); GS 110-106(e); 10A NCAC 09 .0703(a) 1041 Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal background check was not completed for a person who was working as a substitute and responsible for a group of children in Room 1B on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Records were not made available for review for one person, who was working as a substitute, on August 22, 2025. Two (2) office staff members were also present on August 22, 2025 and did not have a health questionnaire nor emergency information on file for review. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for two (2) persons, E.Pelt and L.Howard, who came to assist at the facility on August 22, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter verifying the correction of the violations on or before September 10, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place in an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is listed below: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of the allegations related to this complaint and repeat violations, some type of administrative action may be imposed. Two (2) of the violations documented today are repeated violations from the August 13, 2025, visit. We discussed that an administrative action may require you to develop policies and procedures regarding maintaining staff/child ratio and potentially other rules based on the violations documented. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 93%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. CORRECTION OF VIOLATIONS DOCUMENTED AUGUST 13, 2025: I have not received a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations documented August 13, 2025. Two (2) of the violations, Items 107 and 301, documented August 13, 2025, were documented again today. Based on today’s visit, it was observed that one (1) of the wasp nests had been removed, but the wasp nest on Playground 4 had not and was still active. A staff member sprayed the wasp nest today and stated it will be removed. The thorny vines growing through parts of the fence that encloses Playground 4 have not been removed. You called Ms. Howard later in the visit today and stated these items have not been corrected and need to be as soon as possible. You stated Ms. Howard shared someone would remove the wasp nest and cut the vines later today. Once completed, email me a compliance letter verifying the correction later today. The violations documented August 13, 2025, were due to be corrected at the end of the day, today, August 27, 2025. Also, address the correction of Item 805 regarding documenting when fire drills are conducted. FIRE DRILLS: During the visit today, it was observed that a fire drill had not been conducted for August 2025. During the visit today, it was also shared that the fire alarm system has not been used when conducting monthly fire drills. I also shared this information with Ms. Howard. It was shared that the administrator will yell “fire fire” when conducting monthly fire drills because when she attempts to contact the fire alarm company by calling the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system, she receives a voice message stating she cannot leave a message, and no one is available. I attempted to contact the number specified on the sticker on the fire alarm system and also received the same message. The fire alarm company reflected on the sticker is “Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co. Inc”. The phone number specified on the sticker is (252) 235-4605. Ms. Howard also attempted to contact Security Sight and Sound via the above phone number but also received a voice mail message and could not leave a message. Ms. Howard looked for any documentation that may be on file pertaining to fire drills and the fire alarm company. Ms. Howard did find a file containing some paperwork from Security Central, an alarm monitoring company. Ms. Howard contacted Security Central during the visit to inquire how to put the fire alarm system in test mode to conduct a fire drill. Based on this information, I asked that a fire drill be conducted today since no drill had been conducted yet for August 2025. I wanted to ensure the fire alarm system was also working properly. Ms. Dixon stated she would conduct a fire drill. Ms. Howard completed the steps and placed the fire alarm system on test mode. Ms. Dixon pulled the fire alarm located on the wall in the kitchen to sound the alarm. The children and staff gathered and exited the building to their assigned area located within the fenced play area. Staff were observed taking out notebooks that contained emergency information for the children. Staff also had their phones that had access to attendance via the ProCare system. After the drill was completed, no one could get the fire alarm out of test mode. The fire alarm continued to sound until Ms. Howard contacted someone to come and try to determine the problem with the fire alarm. It was a gentleman, who stated he has his company, Jackson Electric Security. He was able to disarm the fire alarm system and figured out the reason it would not turn off was because the pull station in the kitchen was pulled and needed to be reset. He had to leave the facility and get the correct tool to reset the pull station. He left for a short period of time and came back to reset the pull station in the kitchen. He also was able to set the fire alarm system, so it was working and ready. Ms. Howard and I discussed contacting another fire alarm company that will service the fire pull station since no one could contact the current company, Security Sight and Sound Alarm Co., Inc. Ms. Howard stated she was working on contacting another company and would get this done immediately. We discussed the facility’s annual fire inspection is due in October 2025. I explained in order for the fire inspection to be completed by the inspector, a fire alarm company would need to service the fire alarm system. Once a company has serviced the fire alarm system, contact the local fire inspector to schedule an annual fire inspection. The facility’s last fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024. I attempted to contact the local fire inspector during the visit today but received a voice mail message. I left a message for the fire inspector but did not receive a return call during the visit. Once the facility’s annual fire inspection is completed, scan and email me the fire inspection within seven calendar days of completion. Before the fire inspector leaves, ensure you review the inspection to ensure all questions are answered with either a “yes” or an “n/a” answer and all items at the bottom of the inspection form are also completed. Continue to keep me updated on contracting with another fire alarm company. We discussed the importance of using the actual sound the children would hear in the event of an actual fire. Sounding the actual fire alarm system gets the children accustomed to hearing the sound they would hear in the event of a fire. Ensure fire drills are conducted at times when school aged children are present so they will know what the fire alarm sounds like as well. Once the monthly drill is completed, document the required information on the fire drill report. The fire drill report is posted in the foyer area of this facility. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/RULE REMINDERS: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work; however, when staff call in and don’t come to work during their assigned time, this can affect the required staff/child ratio and group size. We discussed that if you do not have enough qualified staff to work and maintain applicable NC Child care rules, you may have to close the facility, and/or explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. If you implement some type of policy or procedure regarding applicable staff/child ratios, please ensure to explain the information in the compliance letter. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on today’s observations, a total of 15 children, ranging in ages from two (2) to five (5), were present in Room 1B with one (1) staff member. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. This was reviewed during the visit on August 13, 2025, as well. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS: A person that is younger than 18 years of age cannot be left alone to supervise and be in charge of a group of children. Anyone younger than 18 years must work with someone that is 21 years of age and older. If you have additional people that can work at the facility, ensure the required qualifications are met and the required paperwork is on file and available for review. Copies of staff information can be made and kept on file for review for anyone that is assigned to work at this facility. If a person comes to work at the facility, someone in charge at the facility, such as the facility administrator, needs to ask the person for a copy of his/her information before the person can be assigned to care for or assist at the facility. Anyone that comes to the facility and is counted in the staff/child ratio, is required to have a current criminal background check qualification letter on file. The qualification letter must be current and available for review. The person must complete the required criminal background check via the ABCMS system via the Division of Child Development and Early Education. The person must have an individual NCID and password for the ABCMS system. If a person comes to work at the facility, a local criminal background check cannot be accepted. There are staff file checklists available to reference and print from the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website under the “Provider” and “Provider Documents and Forms” tabs. What is required to be on file for a person depends on how the person is being used when at the facility. If a person is going to work at the facility, he/she must have proof of a negative TB skin test or screening form completed within the last 12 months of hire. The TB screening form and staff health assessment must be signed by a health care professional. A health assessment for a staff member is required to be completed and on file prior to person’s first day working at the facility. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted based on the violations documented today. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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 110-106 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-146L Visit Date: 8/13/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 8/13/2025 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Alan Moore, Wayne County Environmental Health Specialist, accompanied me today. I introduced Ms. Dixon to Mr. Moore upon arrival. The reason for our visit today was explained to Ms. Dixon. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. Due to a recent change of ownership, this facility’s annual compliance month is November. An annual compliance visit will be conducted in the near future for this facility. Mr. Moore and I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility. We also checked the fenced outdoor play area but did not measure the surfacing underneath and around the pieces of stationary play equipment. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, preparing to eat lunch, painting, and playing with a small indoor bowling set. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason. Ms. Dixon stated she anticipated a licensing visit would be conducted after a recent situation at the facility. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that a total of twenty (20) children were initially present in Room 1B with two (2) staff members at the beginning of the operating day on August 12, 2025. The facility closed early on August 12, 2025, due to plumbing problems and the toilets not flushing properly. Four (4) staff members arrived at work on August 12, 2025, at their assigned working times; however, not long after they arrived, they began to feel sick. Per information provided, two (2) staff members remained at the facility to care for the children that were present. The other two (2) staff members had to leave for the remainder of the day due to not feeling well. It was stated that the building smelled like feces and urine due to the toilets not flushing. The facility is equipped with four (4) child sized toilets and one (1) adult sized toilet. Per information provided one (1) child sized toilet was in working order and that was the toilet used for the day while the facility was open on August 12, 2025. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 12, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided and staff interviews, a total of twenty (20) children were present only for August 12, 2025, while the facility remained open. According to the arrival and departure log for August 12, 2025, the first child arrived at 6:01AM and the last child departed at 1:00PM. When asked and based information provided, there have been no other times when the facility was not maintaining the applicable staff/child ratios. It was reported that based on current staff and their working hours, the applicable staff/child ratios are maintained on a regular basis. The applicable staff/child ratios were in compliance today. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION REGARDING SANITATION: Ms. Dixon stated there have been some plumbing issues at the facility and some toilets have been clogged and backed up causing them to over flow and not be used. When asked, the facility uses the Town of Pikeville’s sewage system. You stated there have been problems with the facility’s plumbing and as a result, toilets would overflow and could not be used. When asked, you stated one (1) child sized toilet has been in working order out of the total five (5) toilets at the facility. There is one (1) staff bathroom that is equipped with a toilet and a sink. The staff bathroom is in an area that is locked and not accessible to the children. The facility’s washing machine and dryer as also located in the area, not accessible to the children. You stated the toilet’s backing up started with the staff toilet first. Only the toilets would back up, not the sinks. You showed Mr. Moore and I a couple of pictures from your cell phone of a toilet that was backed up. You stated work was completed in mid-July 2025 to fix a pipe located underground outside adjacent to the facility. After the pipe was repaired, a few weeks later, the toilet in the staff bathroom began to back up and could not be used, but the four (4) child sized toilets worked and could be flushed with nothing backing up. You stated this occurred about three times in the last couple of months. No one contacted Mr. Moore or me to inform us about the toilets backing up. It was stated that staff had to go to Food Lion, a grocery store, located across the road from the facility, to use the restroom during the day. You further stated a plumber came to the facility in the late afternoon yesterday, August 12, 2025, and repaired the toilets/plumbing. When asked, you did not have a copy of the work completed by the plumber, but you did contact the facility’s contact, L.Howard, to obtain a copy of the work done. You were not aware of what work had to be done to repair the clogged toilets, but all toilets are in working order today, including the staff toilet. Mr. Moore checked all toilets today to ensure they were working properly, and they were. There was no smell or feces or urine in the facility today and no water was observed on the floor or anywhere in the facility. The facility appeared to be clean and there was no foul odor. All assigned staff, except for one (1), were present today and caring for the children. One (1) staff member was on vacation this week. Mr. Moore left before the conclusion of today’s visit. I contacted Mr. Moore after the visit regarding any possible health hazards based on applicable Environmental Sanitation rules and Mr. Moore stated based on the above information and observations, there did not appear to be any type of health hazard at the facility. When asked, one (1) of the child sized toilets remained working throughout this time and the children could use that toilet when the facility was open. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was not confirmed. ALLEGATION REGARDING NURTITION: When asked, this facility participates with Cape Fear Tutoring food program. Current menus were posted today both at the entrance to the facility and in the kitchen. The menu observed met the required components for all meals planned and served. You stated the facility receives weekly deliveries of food and beverages from Sysco foods. The facility has new refrigerators and a freezer. The refrigerators and freezer were stocked with refrigerated and frozen foods/cheese/butter, and beverages. I observed large cans of various vegetables and fruits stored on a shelf in the kitchen. Boxes of packaged foods such as animal crackers, oyster crackers, graham crackers, cereal, and pretzels were observed in cabinets and in boxes above the refrigerators and freezer. Lunch served today was spaghetti with whole grain pasta and meat sauce, green beans, fruit salad, and milk. It was reported that the children are always served the appropriate foods/beverages and food/beverages are delivered on a regular basis, weekly. Based on the above information, interviews with applicable staff, and observations today, this allegation was not confirmed. ALLEGATION REGARDING SAFE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: The fence and fence gates that surround the outdoor play areas were observed and monitored today to ensure the gates properly close. The exterior fence was sturdy, and fence gates properly closed with the fence latch. There are four (4) different fenced play areas located behind the facility. There are two (2) gates and fencing located within the fenced areas that separate two different areas. Those two gates also properly closed. We also observed the wooden shade structures for splintering. The wood appeared smooth and was not splintered. When asked, you nor other staff were aware of any fence gates that don’t close all the way. No splinters were observed on the wooden shelters located within the fenced play areas; however, while observing the wood, Mr. Moore and I did observe two (2) active wasp nests in the corner towards the top of the shade shelters. One nest was observed in the top corner of the wooden shade shelter within Playground 2 and another within Playground 4. You stated a staff member used wasp spray to spray the one nest on Playground 2 but did not know about the nest on Playground 4. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was not confirmed; however, a violation was documented today regarding the two (2) wasp nests. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of twenty children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11) years were grouped together in Room 1B, that has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of 20 children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11) were grouped together in Room 1B with two (2) staff on August 12, 2025. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. Documentation was not on file verifying a fire drill was conducted in May 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Thorny vines were observed growing through the fence in Playground 4 adjacent to the wooded property next door. Two (2) active wasps nests were observed in the eves of two (2) wooden shade structures on Playground 4 and Playground 2. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations. Submit a compliance letter to me on or before August 27, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place to an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 97%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of one of the allegations related to this complaint, some type of administrative action may be imposed. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted in the near future to ensure applicable staff/child ratios are being maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You stated what happened on August 12, 2025, was a one-time situation due to the plumbing issue. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work. We discussed that if something like this happens again, it would be best to close the facility, explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. You stated you did explain the situation to some of the parents on August 12, 2025, and did not allow some children to attend that day in an attempt to remain in staff/child ratio; however, when staff became sick and had to leave early that day, staff/child ratios and group size were exceeded. Please ensure to explain the situation in your compliance letter and also state what practices or policies have been implemented to maintain applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes during various situations. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on the information provided and staff interviews, a total of 20 children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11), were present in Room 1B on August 12, 2025, with two (2) staff. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. We reviewed the floor plan with capacity for each classroom and the staff/child ratio chart. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. You stated the children are not routinely grouped like this, but based on the circumstances on August 12, 2025, the children had to be grouped together. SAFE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: We discussed continuing to check the wooden shade shelters for wasp nests or any other possible nest routinely. During the spring and summer months you may check these areas more frequently than in the winter/colder months. A staff member that conducts the monthly outdoor playground inspections noted the wasp nest on the inspection she completed for July 2025; however, the nest was not removed. This particular staff member stated she sprayed the wasp nest located on the shade shelter in Playground 2 with wasp spray, but since the wasp nest was not removed, additional wasps have been using the nest and were observed around the nest today. Mr. Moore and I also observed another wasp nest in the top corner of the shade shelter within Playground 4. This nest had not been sprayed and the staff member who completed the outdoor playground inspection stated she did see that particular nest. Continue checking the areas for wasp nests and remove them as they are seen. While monitoring the fence, Mr. Moore and I also observed thorny vines that were growing through the fence that is adjacent to the wooden lot next door. We discussed removing the vines and continuing to check all perimeters of the fence routinely and remove any vines or vegetation that begin to grow through the fence. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0825-146L Visit Date: 8/13/2025 Number Present: 25 Completed Date: 8/13/2025 Age: From 1 To 11 Total Minutes: 200 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 12:50 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to investigate a report alleging violations of child care requirements. Upon arrival, Shonta Dixon, facility administrator, was present and available to assist. I informed Ms. Dixon of the reason for my visit. Alan Moore, Wayne County Environmental Health Specialist, accompanied me today. I introduced Ms. Dixon to Mr. Moore upon arrival. The reason for our visit today was explained to Ms. Dixon. This center currently operates with a Three-star license, earning four (4) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and one (1) quality point. This program meets enhanced space requirements. Due to a recent change of ownership, this facility’s annual compliance month is November. An annual compliance visit will be conducted in the near future for this facility. Mr. Moore and I observed each room used to care for children along with the rest of the indoor area of the facility. We also checked the fenced outdoor play area but did not measure the surfacing underneath and around the pieces of stationary play equipment. The children in various groups were observed interacting with assigned staff, preparing to eat lunch, painting, and playing with a small indoor bowling set. When asked, no infants are currently enrolled at this facility. FINDINGS/OBSERVATIONS: The appliable NC Child Care requirements for a complaint visit were monitored. Observations and applicable interviews were completed. When informing Ms. Dixon of the reason for today’s visit, she was aware of the reason. Ms. Dixon stated she anticipated a licensing visit would be conducted after a recent situation at the facility. ALLEGATION REGARDING STAFF/CHILD RATIO: It was reported during the visit today that a total of twenty (20) children were initially present in Room 1B with two (2) staff members at the beginning of the operating day on August 12, 2025. The facility closed early on August 12, 2025, due to plumbing problems and the toilets not flushing properly. Four (4) staff members arrived at work on August 12, 2025, at their assigned working times; however, not long after they arrived, they began to feel sick. Per information provided, two (2) staff members remained at the facility to care for the children that were present. The other two (2) staff members had to leave for the remainder of the day due to not feeling well. It was stated that the building smelled like feces and urine due to the toilets not flushing. The facility is equipped with four (4) child sized toilets and one (1) adult sized toilet. Per information provided one (1) child sized toilet was in working order and that was the toilet used for the day while the facility was open on August 12, 2025. A copy of the sign in/out log for August 12, 2025, was reviewed that was printed from ProCare, a system used to track facility information, including the times children arrive and depart. Based on the information provided and staff interviews, a total of twenty (20) children were present only for August 12, 2025, while the facility remained open. According to the arrival and departure log for August 12, 2025, the first child arrived at 6:01AM and the last child departed at 1:00PM. When asked and based information provided, there have been no other times when the facility was not maintaining the applicable staff/child ratios. It was reported that based on current staff and their working hours, the applicable staff/child ratios are maintained on a regular basis. The applicable staff/child ratios were in compliance today. Based on the above information, observations of documentation, and interviews, this allegation was found to be confirmed. A violation was also documented regarding permit restrictions on the child care license since this facility is meeting enhanced space requirements at 30 square feet per child indoors. Room 1B has a capacity of 14 children based on enhanced square feet. ALLEGATION REGARDING SANITATION: Ms. Dixon stated there have been some plumbing issues at the facility and some toilets have been clogged and backed up causing them to over flow and not be used. When asked, the facility uses the Town of Pikeville’s sewage system. You stated there have been problems with the facility’s plumbing and as a result, toilets would overflow and could not be used. When asked, you stated one (1) child sized toilet has been in working order out of the total five (5) toilets at the facility. There is one (1) staff bathroom that is equipped with a toilet and a sink. The staff bathroom is in an area that is locked and not accessible to the children. The facility’s washing machine and dryer as also located in the area, not accessible to the children. You stated the toilet’s backing up started with the staff toilet first. Only the toilets would back up, not the sinks. You showed Mr. Moore and I a couple of pictures from your cell phone of a toilet that was backed up. You stated work was completed in mid-July 2025 to fix a pipe located underground outside adjacent to the facility. After the pipe was repaired, a few weeks later, the toilet in the staff bathroom began to back up and could not be used, but the four (4) child sized toilets worked and could be flushed with nothing backing up. You stated this occurred about three times in the last couple of months. No one contacted Mr. Moore or me to inform us about the toilets backing up. It was stated that staff had to go to Food Lion, a grocery store, located across the road from the facility, to use the restroom during the day. You further stated a plumber came to the facility in the late afternoon yesterday, August 12, 2025, and repaired the toilets/plumbing. When asked, you did not have a copy of the work completed by the plumber, but you did contact the facility’s contact, L.Howard, to obtain a copy of the work done. You were not aware of what work had to be done to repair the clogged toilets, but all toilets are in working order today, including the staff toilet. Mr. Moore checked all toilets today to ensure they were working properly, and they were. There was no smell or feces or urine in the facility today and no water was observed on the floor or anywhere in the facility. The facility appeared to be clean and there was no foul odor. All assigned staff, except for one (1), were present today and caring for the children. One (1) staff member was on vacation this week. Mr. Moore left before the conclusion of today’s visit. I contacted Mr. Moore after the visit regarding any possible health hazards based on applicable Environmental Sanitation rules and Mr. Moore stated based on the above information and observations, there did not appear to be any type of health hazard at the facility. When asked, one (1) of the child sized toilets remained working throughout this time and the children could use that toilet when the facility was open. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was not confirmed. ALLEGATION REGARDING NURTITION: When asked, this facility participates with Cape Fear Tutoring food program. Current menus were posted today both at the entrance to the facility and in the kitchen. The menu observed met the required components for all meals planned and served. You stated the facility receives weekly deliveries of food and beverages from Sysco foods. The facility has new refrigerators and a freezer. The refrigerators and freezer were stocked with refrigerated and frozen foods/cheese/butter, and beverages. I observed large cans of various vegetables and fruits stored on a shelf in the kitchen. Boxes of packaged foods such as animal crackers, oyster crackers, graham crackers, cereal, and pretzels were observed in cabinets and in boxes above the refrigerators and freezer. Lunch served today was spaghetti with whole grain pasta and meat sauce, green beans, fruit salad, and milk. It was reported that the children are always served the appropriate foods/beverages and food/beverages are delivered on a regular basis, weekly. Based on the above information, interviews with applicable staff, and observations today, this allegation was not confirmed. ALLEGATION REGARDING SAFE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: The fence and fence gates that surround the outdoor play areas were observed and monitored today to ensure the gates properly close. The exterior fence was sturdy, and fence gates properly closed with the fence latch. There are four (4) different fenced play areas located behind the facility. There are two (2) gates and fencing located within the fenced areas that separate two different areas. Those two gates also properly closed. We also observed the wooden shade structures for splintering. The wood appeared smooth and was not splintered. When asked, you nor other staff were aware of any fence gates that don’t close all the way. No splinters were observed on the wooden shelters located within the fenced play areas; however, while observing the wood, Mr. Moore and I did observe two (2) active wasp nests in the corner towards the top of the shade shelters. One nest was observed in the top corner of the wooden shade shelter within Playground 2 and another within Playground 4. You stated a staff member used wasp spray to spray the one nest on Playground 2 but did not know about the nest on Playground 4. Based on the above information, observations, and interviews with applicable staff, this allegation was not confirmed; however, a violation was documented today regarding the two (2) wasp nests. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A total of twenty children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11) years were grouped together in Room 1B, that has a capacity of 14 based on enhanced space requirements. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 301 Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. A total of 20 children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11) were grouped together in Room 1B with two (2) staff on August 12, 2025. GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. Documentation was not on file verifying a fire drill was conducted in May 2025. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 808 The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Thorny vines were observed growing through the fence in Playground 4 adjacent to the wooded property next door. Two (2) active wasps nests were observed in the eves of two (2) wooden shade structures on Playground 4 and Playground 2. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a compliance letter addressing the correction of the violations. Submit a compliance letter to me on or before August 27, 2025. Please be specific in the compliance letter and specify any strategies or practices you put into place to an effort to maintain compliance in the future. My contact information is: PO Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 Email: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of the violations documented during today's visit is legal documentation. It is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined that information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's license, could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: Prior to today's visit, this facility maintained an 18-month compliance score of 97%. The violations documented today may affect this compliance score. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Based on today’s visit and confirmation of one of the allegations related to this complaint, some type of administrative action may be imposed. I will be in contact with you regarding this information. FOLLOW UP VISIT: An unannounced follow-up visit will be conducted in the near future to ensure applicable staff/child ratios are being maintained. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: STAFF/CHILD RATIO: We reviewed the applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes for the ages of children enrolled. You stated what happened on August 12, 2025, was a one-time situation due to the plumbing issue. You have staff hired to care for children in each group at the facility and staff routinely come to work. We discussed that if something like this happens again, it would be best to close the facility, explain the situation to parents and not accept children on a particular day to remain in staff/child ratio. You stated you did explain the situation to some of the parents on August 12, 2025, and did not allow some children to attend that day in an attempt to remain in staff/child ratio; however, when staff became sick and had to leave early that day, staff/child ratios and group size were exceeded. Please ensure to explain the situation in your compliance letter and also state what practices or policies have been implemented to maintain applicable staff/child ratios and group sizes during various situations. LICENSE/PERMIT RESTRICTION: Based on the information provided and staff interviews, a total of 20 children, ranging in ages from one (1) to eleven (11), were present in Room 1B on August 12, 2025, with two (2) staff. This facility meets enhanced space. The capacity allowed at thirty square feet per child for Room 1B is fourteen (14) children. To ensure compliance, I suggest you write the enhanced space capacity at thirty square feet on the posted staff/child ratio chart for each classroom. We reviewed the floor plan with capacity for each classroom and the staff/child ratio chart. This will help staff to maintain compliance with enhanced space. You stated the children are not routinely grouped like this, but based on the circumstances on August 12, 2025, the children had to be grouped together. SAFE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT: We discussed continuing to check the wooden shade shelters for wasp nests or any other possible nest routinely. During the spring and summer months you may check these areas more frequently than in the winter/colder months. A staff member that conducts the monthly outdoor playground inspections noted the wasp nest on the inspection she completed for July 2025; however, the nest was not removed. This particular staff member stated she sprayed the wasp nest located on the shade shelter in Playground 2 with wasp spray, but since the wasp nest was not removed, additional wasps have been using the nest and were observed around the nest today. Mr. Moore and I also observed another wasp nest in the top corner of the shade shelter within Playground 4. This nest had not been sprayed and the staff member who completed the outdoor playground inspection stated she did see that particular nest. Continue checking the areas for wasp nests and remove them as they are seen. While monitoring the fence, Mr. Moore and I also observed thorny vines that were growing through the fence that is adjacent to the wooden lot next door. We discussed removing the vines and continuing to check all perimeters of the fence routinely and remove any vines or vegetation that begin to grow through the fence. NC CHILD CARE RULES: Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules always if they have been monitored or specifically discussed with you in the past. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions related to this visit or if I can be of additional assistance, I can be reached at (252)373-3074 or via email at: ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor, at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 3/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 10:50 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 a second temporary time period visit for a change of ownership. This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued November 4, 2024. The temporary license is valid through May 4, 2025. This facility is owned and operated by Academy of Learning LLC. You, Ms. Coston, continue to serve as this facility’s administrator and were present for the visit today. All rooms currently being used for child care were monitored today. You are using a total of four rooms, (5 spaces), for child care. Room 1 continues to be split into two separate groups, 1a and 1b. Room 1a is used and set up to care for young preschool aged children. Room 1b is used to care for school-aged children. The children in various groups were observed preparing to and eating lunch. The children participated in bathroom routines before resting on their individually assigned covered mats. The staff interacted with the children and assisted them while eating. No school-aged children were present during the visit. You completed the staff and training worksheet for one (1) staff member, C.Campos, that was hired February 24, 2025. You stated Ms. Campos was an employee with the previous facility prior to the change of ownership, but her employment ceased before the change of ownership was completed November 4, 2024. You further stated you were recently on leave and Ms. Campos was hired by another employee for the owner of this facility. Upon review of Ms. Campos’ file it was determined that she was hired with an expired criminal background check qualification. According to the qualification letter on file, Ms. Campos’ criminal background check qualification expired January 14, 2025. Ms. Campos did not have a current TB skin test screening form or proof of a negative TB skin test on file nor a copy of a medical exam. When asked, orientation training has not been completed. We reviewed that at least six (6) hours of orientation training was due to be completed for her on or before March 10, 2025. According to the orientation form on file, no orientation training has been completed thus far for her. A representative with the owner of the facility arrived during the visit and we reviewed this information together regarding the required paperwork for this particular staff member. I checked the ABCMS portal during the visit and could see that the criminal background check process began February 27, 2025 for Ms. Campos. We discussed Ms. Campos checking her email, both inbox and spam/junk folders, to see if she has received an email regarding the status of her criminal background check process. I suggested if she has not received an email to call the Criminal Background Check Unit at the Division of Child Development and Early Education to inquire about the status of her background check. We reviewed that Ms. Campos has fifteen days from today, on or before March 27, 2025, to be qualified and a valid qualification letter be on file at the facility. If she is not qualified on or before March 27, 2025, and does not have a current qualification letter, she cannot return to work at the facility. Keep me updated on the status of her qualification. We reviewed to continue using the Staff Records Checklist to ensure required information is on file as required. You typically attach the Staff Records Checklist to the employee’s information and check it off when the information is on file. This staff member was hired while you were on leave. Overall attendance and enrollment were collected today. The attached space, capacity and enrollment worksheet reflects the enrollment and attendance information along with the staff that were present and caring for children today. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were stored underneath the diaper changing table accessible to children under three (3) years of age in Room 1a. .0604(q) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. The following was not on file for a staff member whose first day of employment was February 24, 2025: six (6) hours of orientation training, current medical exam, and proof of a negative TB skin test. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for C.Campos expired January 14, 2025. Ms. Campos was hired February 24, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) The above violations must be corrected immediately. One of the violations documented today was verified as corrected during the visit. Mail or email me a letter addressing the correction of the violation on or before March 26, 2025. You can submit compliance verification regarding the qualification letter on or before March 27, 2025. My contact information is listed below: Ramie Doll P.O. Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this facility will be reviewed after today’s visit. The violations documented today may affect the facility’s compliance history score. Before today’s visit, this facility had earned a Compliance History score of 97%. We reviewed that all facilities must maintain at least a 75% compliance history score over an eighteen-month time frame to be in good standing with DCDEE. If a facility’s compliance history falls below 75% over an eighteen-month time frame, some type of administrative action may be issued. Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: STAFF RECORDS: We reviewed ensuring when a person is hired, he/she has a current criminal background check qualification letter. As we have reviewed, a valid criminal background check qualification letter is required to be available for all applicable staff. A repeat violation was documented today regarding a valid qualification letter not being on file for a staff member. Repeat violations regarding criminal background checks can warrant an administrative action. I will be in contact with you regarding the possibility of an administrative action. You stated you were not here to hire this particular individual, Ms. Campos, and were not aware her qualification letter was not valid. You were out on leave and returned to work Monday, March 13, 2025. It was suggested to make sure that when staff are hired, the person that is hiring staff is aware of what is required prior to employment and uses the Staff Records Checklist as a reference. SAFETY: You reminded staff today to ensure plastic bags are not stored in areas accessible to children under the age of three (3). A bag of plastic bags was observed stored underneath the diaper changing table in Room 1a, where two (2) year old children were present. You promptly removed the bags and put them in an area that was not accessible to children that were under three (3) years of age. RATED LICENSE ASSESSMENT: The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License, and the Application for the Rated License will both be provided and completed during this facility’s final temporary time period visit. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined around the 5th month (April) before the end of the temporary time period. To earn a Three-star license and continue receiving subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. When asked, you are not requesting the Environment Rating Scales be conducted at this time. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Repeat violations can warrant an administrative action. Two (2) violations documented today were repeat violations from the last temporary time period visit. Both violations pertained to staff records and criminal background check qualification letters. I will be in contact with regarding the possibility of an administrative action being issued for this facility. DCDEE’s WEBSITE: Continue reviewing the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website for the most up to date information regarding child care requirements. DCDEE’s website is: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. You can access the most current NC Child Care rules, (November 1, 2024), resources, forms, sanitation rules, laws, etc. from DCDEE’s website. INSPECTIONS FOR A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP: A fire inspection was completed on October 9, 2024, and this facility was approved for daytime care only. A sanitation inspection was completed November 14, 2024, and a superior rating was earned with two (2) demerits being documented. The building inspection was completed November 15, 2024, and five (5) rooms were approved for use. Upon review of the inspection, the building inspector did not answer question 3a regarding the type of fire alarm system used. This information was reviewed during the last temporary time period visit. I have called and left a few messages with the building inspector and have not received a return call. Please contact him as well regarding the question being answered on the building inspection form. This information is needed to process this facility’s Rated License. If you have questions, please contact me at: (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller, with any questions at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/12/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 3/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 190 Time In: 10:50 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 a second temporary time period visit for a change of ownership. This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued November 4, 2024. The temporary license is valid through May 4, 2025. This facility is owned and operated by Academy of Learning LLC. You, Ms. Coston, continue to serve as this facility’s administrator and were present for the visit today. All rooms currently being used for child care were monitored today. You are using a total of four rooms, (5 spaces), for child care. Room 1 continues to be split into two separate groups, 1a and 1b. Room 1a is used and set up to care for young preschool aged children. Room 1b is used to care for school-aged children. The children in various groups were observed preparing to and eating lunch. The children participated in bathroom routines before resting on their individually assigned covered mats. The staff interacted with the children and assisted them while eating. No school-aged children were present during the visit. You completed the staff and training worksheet for one (1) staff member, C.Campos, that was hired February 24, 2025. You stated Ms. Campos was an employee with the previous facility prior to the change of ownership, but her employment ceased before the change of ownership was completed November 4, 2024. You further stated you were recently on leave and Ms. Campos was hired by another employee for the owner of this facility. Upon review of Ms. Campos’ file it was determined that she was hired with an expired criminal background check qualification. According to the qualification letter on file, Ms. Campos’ criminal background check qualification expired January 14, 2025. Ms. Campos did not have a current TB skin test screening form or proof of a negative TB skin test on file nor a copy of a medical exam. When asked, orientation training has not been completed. We reviewed that at least six (6) hours of orientation training was due to be completed for her on or before March 10, 2025. According to the orientation form on file, no orientation training has been completed thus far for her. A representative with the owner of the facility arrived during the visit and we reviewed this information together regarding the required paperwork for this particular staff member. I checked the ABCMS portal during the visit and could see that the criminal background check process began February 27, 2025 for Ms. Campos. We discussed Ms. Campos checking her email, both inbox and spam/junk folders, to see if she has received an email regarding the status of her criminal background check process. I suggested if she has not received an email to call the Criminal Background Check Unit at the Division of Child Development and Early Education to inquire about the status of her background check. We reviewed that Ms. Campos has fifteen days from today, on or before March 27, 2025, to be qualified and a valid qualification letter be on file at the facility. If she is not qualified on or before March 27, 2025, and does not have a current qualification letter, she cannot return to work at the facility. Keep me updated on the status of her qualification. We reviewed to continue using the Staff Records Checklist to ensure required information is on file as required. You typically attach the Staff Records Checklist to the employee’s information and check it off when the information is on file. This staff member was hired while you were on leave. Overall attendance and enrollment were collected today. The attached space, capacity and enrollment worksheet reflects the enrollment and attendance information along with the staff that were present and caring for children today. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Plastic bags were stored underneath the diaper changing table accessible to children under three (3) years of age in Room 1a. .0604(q) 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. The following was not on file for a staff member whose first day of employment was February 24, 2025: six (6) hours of orientation training, current medical exam, and proof of a negative TB skin test. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for C.Campos expired January 14, 2025. Ms. Campos was hired February 24, 2025. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) The above violations must be corrected immediately. One of the violations documented today was verified as corrected during the visit. Mail or email me a letter addressing the correction of the violation on or before March 26, 2025. You can submit compliance verification regarding the qualification letter on or before March 27, 2025. My contact information is listed below: Ramie Doll P.O. Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this facility will be reviewed after today’s visit. The violations documented today may affect the facility’s compliance history score. Before today’s visit, this facility had earned a Compliance History score of 97%. We reviewed that all facilities must maintain at least a 75% compliance history score over an eighteen-month time frame to be in good standing with DCDEE. If a facility’s compliance history falls below 75% over an eighteen-month time frame, some type of administrative action may be issued. Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: STAFF RECORDS: We reviewed ensuring when a person is hired, he/she has a current criminal background check qualification letter. As we have reviewed, a valid criminal background check qualification letter is required to be available for all applicable staff. A repeat violation was documented today regarding a valid qualification letter not being on file for a staff member. Repeat violations regarding criminal background checks can warrant an administrative action. I will be in contact with you regarding the possibility of an administrative action. You stated you were not here to hire this particular individual, Ms. Campos, and were not aware her qualification letter was not valid. You were out on leave and returned to work Monday, March 13, 2025. It was suggested to make sure that when staff are hired, the person that is hiring staff is aware of what is required prior to employment and uses the Staff Records Checklist as a reference. SAFETY: You reminded staff today to ensure plastic bags are not stored in areas accessible to children under the age of three (3). A bag of plastic bags was observed stored underneath the diaper changing table in Room 1a, where two (2) year old children were present. You promptly removed the bags and put them in an area that was not accessible to children that were under three (3) years of age. RATED LICENSE ASSESSMENT: The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License, and the Application for the Rated License will both be provided and completed during this facility’s final temporary time period visit. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined around the 5th month (April) before the end of the temporary time period. To earn a Three-star license and continue receiving subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. When asked, you are not requesting the Environment Rating Scales be conducted at this time. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION: Repeat violations can warrant an administrative action. Two (2) violations documented today were repeat violations from the last temporary time period visit. Both violations pertained to staff records and criminal background check qualification letters. I will be in contact with regarding the possibility of an administrative action being issued for this facility. DCDEE’s WEBSITE: Continue reviewing the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website for the most up to date information regarding child care requirements. DCDEE’s website is: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. You can access the most current NC Child Care rules, (November 1, 2024), resources, forms, sanitation rules, laws, etc. from DCDEE’s website. INSPECTIONS FOR A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP: A fire inspection was completed on October 9, 2024, and this facility was approved for daytime care only. A sanitation inspection was completed November 14, 2024, and a superior rating was earned with two (2) demerits being documented. The building inspection was completed November 15, 2024, and five (5) rooms were approved for use. Upon review of the inspection, the building inspector did not answer question 3a regarding the type of fire alarm system used. This information was reviewed during the last temporary time period visit. I have called and left a few messages with the building inspector and have not received a return call. Please contact him as well regarding the question being answered on the building inspection form. This information is needed to process this facility’s Rated License. If you have questions, please contact me at: (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller, with any questions at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 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 a first temporary time period visit for a change of ownership. This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued November 4, 2024. The temporary license is valid through May 4, 2025. This facility is owned and operated by Academy of Learning LLC. You, Ms. Coston, are serving as this facility’s administrator and were present for the visit today. All rooms currently being used for child care were monitored today. You are using a total of four rooms, (5 spaces), for child care. Room 1 is split into two separate groups, 1a and 1b. Room 1a is used and set up to care for young preschool aged children. Room 1b is used to care for school-aged children. The children in various groups were observed playing with toys made available, interacting with staff, preparing to outside to play, participating in a teacher directed group time, and completing daily routines such as diaper changing and hand washing. No school-aged children were present during the visit. You emailed me the attached completed staff and training worksheet. I reviewed information for all current staff records for the completion of CPR and First Aid, Criminal Background Check Qualification letters, current ITS-SIDS training, health questionnaires, emergency information, staff medical assessments, and TB skin test/TB screening forms, orientation training, and the completion of the application. I reviewed newly hired staff records as well. These staff were hired after the completion of the change of ownership. One of the staff present today was being used as a substitute. When asked, a file was not present for this staff member. You stated this particular staff member also works for the facility’s corporate contact in another business. An office manager for the other business brought a copy of this staff member’s medical exam and proof of negative TB skin test. This particular staff member did not have a completed application, copy of a current criminal background check qualification letter, proof of orientation for the first two weeks of hire, a completed health questionnaire and emergency information, verification of receipt of the facility’s shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy on file. This particular staff member completed a health questionnaire and emergency information form during the visit. She also printed a copy of her most criminal background check qualification during the visit to maintain on file. Three children’s records were also monitored and the required information for each child was on file as required. Required center program records were also monitored today. When asked, you are going to complete a fire drill later today since one had not been completed for January. You completed the outdoor playground inspection during the visit today and completed the applicable inspection form for verification. Overall attendance and enrollment were collected today. The attached space, capacity and enrollment worksheet reflects the enrollment and attendance information along with the staff that were present and caring for children today. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. The following was not on file for review for a person working as a substitute and counted in the staff/child ratio: application, proof of orientation training, health questionnaire, proof of a negative TB skin test, medical exam, and acknowledgement of the facility's shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for one (1) staff member. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a letter addressing the correction of the violation on or before February 15, 2025. My contact information is listed below: Ramie Doll P.O. Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this facility will be reviewed after today’s visit. The violations documented today may affect the facility’s compliance history score. We reviewed that all facilities must maintain at least a 75% compliance history score over an eighteen-month time frame to be in good standing with DCDEE. If a facility’s compliance history falls below 75% over an eighteen-month time frame, some type of administrative action may be issued. Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: STAFF RECORDS: A staff member, who was working as a substitute today, did not have required information on file. We reviewed what was needed for this staff member and discussed in the future, using the Staff Record’s Checklist for a substitute to make sure all applicable information is on file within the required time frame per applicable NC Child Care rules. This particular staff member completed a health questionnaire and an emergency information during the visit. Ensure staff complete the applicable health and safety trainings, including the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first 90 days of hire and every five years and maintain copies of certificates on file. Ensure all staff have renewed CPR and First Aid training prior to their renewal dates. Based on staff information, six (6) staff members have current CPR and First Aid training. When asked, you stated you are planning to get the remainder of the current staff, three (3), registered to attend an upcoming CPR and First Aid training via the Johnston County Partnership for Children. I provided you with a list of current approved CPR and First Aid agencies recognized by the Division of Child Development and Early Education to reference. Continue to have staff complete training to count towards their on-going training and attach the certificates to the Record Of On-Going Training log. You have been using the staff records checklist and documenting when information was on file for staff as a method of ensuring information is on file as required. Continue using the staff records checklist as a resource. You also have a bulletin board in your office that you have posted when staff’s criminal background check qualification letters expire along with CPR and First Aid information. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Three children’s records were reviewed today, and all required information was on file and on file within the required time frame. Ensure all children’s information is up to date and the required information is completed and on file as required. SUPERVISION DURING REST TIME: We discussed keeping some lights on or keeping some curtains open during rest time. This will provide more light to ensure staff can see all of the children during rest time. Providing more lighting would help staff to see if a child had an emergency or also when conducting visual safe sleep checks. You stated you will review this with staff today. OUTDOOR ENVIROMENT: The outdoor environment was monitored today. Continue to fluff and till the surfacing underneath and around the pieces of stationary equipment. No new equipment has been added since the temporary license was issued. You use sand, mulch, and pea gravel as surfacing for various pieces of stationary play equipment. We reviewed to remind staff to check pieces of equipment, play houses, and moveable equipment before allowing children to play on the equipment as a safety precaution. Complete the Outdoor Playground Inspection today and maintain on file for review. Continue to keep the gates unlocked during operating hours. TRANSPORTATION: When asked, you are not providing transportation at this time; however, you may transport children for field trips in the future. If you begin to provide transportation, ensure current insurance information is on file that reflects you have liability coverage for the vehicle. Ensure all seat belts are in working order. Ensure all required information is on file for any children you plan to transport, prior to transporting. A first aid kit and fire extinguisher are required to be secure and available on the vehicle. RATED LICENSE ASSESSMENT: The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and the Application for the Rated License will both be provided and completed during this facility’s next temporary time period visit. Education Standards: WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user to maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. Electronic official transcripts can be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit from a person’s college or university provided the school participates with the National Clearing House. If not, then official transcripts must be mailed to the Workforce Education Unit at DCDEE for evaluation. Education for applicable staff should be current before the fifth month, (April 2025), of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. I will further review staff education for points for the Rated License. We reviewed staff creating a WORKS account and applying for a position before submitting an official transcript so that the Workforce Education Unit is aware of what needs to be evaluated for a person. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined around the 5th month (April) before the end of the temporary time period. To earn a Three-star license and continue receiving subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. When asked, you are not requesting the Environment Rating Scales be conducted at this time. We reviewed that beginning February 1, 2025, the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project will be using the Infant Toddler Environment Rating Scale 3rd edition and the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale 3rd edition. The School Age Environment Rating Scale has not changed. You can visit NCRLAP’s website: www.ncrlap.org for resources and training on the ERS 3rd editions. DCDEE’s WEBSITE: Continue reviewing the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website for the most up to date information regarding child care requirements. DCDEE’s website is: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. You can access the most current NC Child Care rules, (November 1, 2024), resources, forms, sanitation rules, laws, etc. from DCDEE’s website. LEAD WATER, LEAD PAINT, AND ASBESTOS TESTING: As of January 1, 2024, all child care programs are required to now test for lead water, lead paint, and asbestos. This facility has already been tested for lead water and the results are on file. Please review and access the Clean Water for US Kids website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for information and questions regarding the testing. Lead water testing is required every three years. Child care facilities must enroll in the program via the Clean Water for Carolina Kids website for lead paint and asbestos and complete the applicable surveys. INSPECTIONS FOR A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP: When asked, you provided completed fire and sanitation inspections. A fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024, and this facility was approved for day time care only. A sanitation inspection was completed November 14, 2024, and a superior rating was earned with two (2) demerits being documented. The building inspection was completed November 15, 2024, and five (5) rooms were approved for use. Upon review of the inspection, the building inspector did not answer question 3a regarding the type of fire alarm system used. I will contact the inspector regarding this questions. UNANNOUNCED VISITS: I will continue to conduct unannounced temporary time period visits. Ensure you document new staff on the staff and training worksheets for future monitoring. If you have questions, please contact me at: (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller, with any questions at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@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.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: God's Lil Gifts Christian Center Facility ID: 96000647 Consultant: RAMIE DOLL Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/30/2025 Number Present: 30 Completed Date: 1/30/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 01:00 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 a first temporary time period visit for a change of ownership. This program currently operates with a Temporary License issued November 4, 2024. The temporary license is valid through May 4, 2025. This facility is owned and operated by Academy of Learning LLC. You, Ms. Coston, are serving as this facility’s administrator and were present for the visit today. All rooms currently being used for child care were monitored today. You are using a total of four rooms, (5 spaces), for child care. Room 1 is split into two separate groups, 1a and 1b. Room 1a is used and set up to care for young preschool aged children. Room 1b is used to care for school-aged children. The children in various groups were observed playing with toys made available, interacting with staff, preparing to outside to play, participating in a teacher directed group time, and completing daily routines such as diaper changing and hand washing. No school-aged children were present during the visit. You emailed me the attached completed staff and training worksheet. I reviewed information for all current staff records for the completion of CPR and First Aid, Criminal Background Check Qualification letters, current ITS-SIDS training, health questionnaires, emergency information, staff medical assessments, and TB skin test/TB screening forms, orientation training, and the completion of the application. I reviewed newly hired staff records as well. These staff were hired after the completion of the change of ownership. One of the staff present today was being used as a substitute. When asked, a file was not present for this staff member. You stated this particular staff member also works for the facility’s corporate contact in another business. An office manager for the other business brought a copy of this staff member’s medical exam and proof of negative TB skin test. This particular staff member did not have a completed application, copy of a current criminal background check qualification letter, proof of orientation for the first two weeks of hire, a completed health questionnaire and emergency information, verification of receipt of the facility’s shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy on file. This particular staff member completed a health questionnaire and emergency information form during the visit. She also printed a copy of her most criminal background check qualification during the visit to maintain on file. Three children’s records were also monitored and the required information for each child was on file as required. Required center program records were also monitored today. When asked, you are going to complete a fire drill later today since one had not been completed for January. You completed the outdoor playground inspection during the visit today and completed the applicable inspection form for verification. Overall attendance and enrollment were collected today. The attached space, capacity and enrollment worksheet reflects the enrollment and attendance information along with the staff that were present and caring for children today. The following violations were documented today: Violation Number Comment Rule 1043 All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. The following was not on file for review for a person working as a substitute and counted in the staff/child ratio: application, proof of orientation training, health questionnaire, proof of a negative TB skin test, medical exam, and acknowledgement of the facility's shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy. G.S. 110-91( 9) 1757 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A qualification letter was not on file for one (1) staff member. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) The above violations must be corrected immediately. Mail or email me a letter addressing the correction of the violation on or before February 15, 2025. My contact information is listed below: Ramie Doll P.O. Box 1397 Elm City, NC 27822 ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The compliance history for this facility will be reviewed after today’s visit. The violations documented today may affect the facility’s compliance history score. We reviewed that all facilities must maintain at least a 75% compliance history score over an eighteen-month time frame to be in good standing with DCDEE. If a facility’s compliance history falls below 75% over an eighteen-month time frame, some type of administrative action may be issued. Technical Assistance/Consultation/Reminders Specific to Today’s Visit: STAFF RECORDS: A staff member, who was working as a substitute today, did not have required information on file. We reviewed what was needed for this staff member and discussed in the future, using the Staff Record’s Checklist for a substitute to make sure all applicable information is on file within the required time frame per applicable NC Child Care rules. This particular staff member completed a health questionnaire and an emergency information during the visit. Ensure staff complete the applicable health and safety trainings, including the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the first 90 days of hire and every five years and maintain copies of certificates on file. Ensure all staff have renewed CPR and First Aid training prior to their renewal dates. Based on staff information, six (6) staff members have current CPR and First Aid training. When asked, you stated you are planning to get the remainder of the current staff, three (3), registered to attend an upcoming CPR and First Aid training via the Johnston County Partnership for Children. I provided you with a list of current approved CPR and First Aid agencies recognized by the Division of Child Development and Early Education to reference. Continue to have staff complete training to count towards their on-going training and attach the certificates to the Record Of On-Going Training log. You have been using the staff records checklist and documenting when information was on file for staff as a method of ensuring information is on file as required. Continue using the staff records checklist as a resource. You also have a bulletin board in your office that you have posted when staff’s criminal background check qualification letters expire along with CPR and First Aid information. CHILDREN’S RECORDS: Three children’s records were reviewed today, and all required information was on file and on file within the required time frame. Ensure all children’s information is up to date and the required information is completed and on file as required. SUPERVISION DURING REST TIME: We discussed keeping some lights on or keeping some curtains open during rest time. This will provide more light to ensure staff can see all of the children during rest time. Providing more lighting would help staff to see if a child had an emergency or also when conducting visual safe sleep checks. You stated you will review this with staff today. OUTDOOR ENVIROMENT: The outdoor environment was monitored today. Continue to fluff and till the surfacing underneath and around the pieces of stationary equipment. No new equipment has been added since the temporary license was issued. You use sand, mulch, and pea gravel as surfacing for various pieces of stationary play equipment. We reviewed to remind staff to check pieces of equipment, play houses, and moveable equipment before allowing children to play on the equipment as a safety precaution. Complete the Outdoor Playground Inspection today and maintain on file for review. Continue to keep the gates unlocked during operating hours. TRANSPORTATION: When asked, you are not providing transportation at this time; however, you may transport children for field trips in the future. If you begin to provide transportation, ensure current insurance information is on file that reflects you have liability coverage for the vehicle. Ensure all seat belts are in working order. Ensure all required information is on file for any children you plan to transport, prior to transporting. A first aid kit and fire extinguisher are required to be secure and available on the vehicle. RATED LICENSE ASSESSMENT: The Application for Assessment for a Two Component Star Rated License and the Application for the Rated License will both be provided and completed during this facility’s next temporary time period visit. Education Standards: WORKS is a self-service applicant portal that will be used by an individual applicant to register and maintain their workforce information to support education requirements. The WORKS portal is available online and requires the user to maintain an individual North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) username and password. Electronic official transcripts can be submitted to the Workforce Education Unit from a person’s college or university provided the school participates with the National Clearing House. If not, then official transcripts must be mailed to the Workforce Education Unit at DCDEE for evaluation. Education for applicable staff should be current before the fifth month, (April 2025), of the temporary time period as a rated license will need to be processed before the end date of the temporary license. I will further review staff education for points for the Rated License. We reviewed staff creating a WORKS account and applying for a position before submitting an official transcript so that the Workforce Education Unit is aware of what needs to be evaluated for a person. For more information about NCID and WORKS, visit the DCDEE website at www.ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov to view more information under the DCDEE WORKS tab http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/general/mb_dcdeeworks.asp. You can also contact the Workforce Education Unit at 1-800-859-0829 for more information concerning WORKS. The total points for the Child Care Star Rated License will be determined around the 5th month (April) before the end of the temporary time period. To earn a Three-star license and continue receiving subsidy funds, the facility must earn at least a total of seven (7) points. When asked, you are not requesting the Environment Rating Scales be conducted at this time. We reviewed that beginning February 1, 2025, the North Carolina Rated License Assessment Project will be using the Infant Toddler Environment Rating Scale 3rd edition and the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale 3rd edition. The School Age Environment Rating Scale has not changed. You can visit NCRLAP’s website: www.ncrlap.org for resources and training on the ERS 3rd editions. DCDEE’s WEBSITE: Continue reviewing the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website for the most up to date information regarding child care requirements. DCDEE’s website is: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. You can access the most current NC Child Care rules, (November 1, 2024), resources, forms, sanitation rules, laws, etc. from DCDEE’s website. LEAD WATER, LEAD PAINT, AND ASBESTOS TESTING: As of January 1, 2024, all child care programs are required to now test for lead water, lead paint, and asbestos. This facility has already been tested for lead water and the results are on file. Please review and access the Clean Water for US Kids website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for information and questions regarding the testing. Lead water testing is required every three years. Child care facilities must enroll in the program via the Clean Water for Carolina Kids website for lead paint and asbestos and complete the applicable surveys. INSPECTIONS FOR A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP: When asked, you provided completed fire and sanitation inspections. A fire inspection was completed October 9, 2024, and this facility was approved for day time care only. A sanitation inspection was completed November 14, 2024, and a superior rating was earned with two (2) demerits being documented. The building inspection was completed November 15, 2024, and five (5) rooms were approved for use. Upon review of the inspection, the building inspector did not answer question 3a regarding the type of fire alarm system used. I will contact the inspector regarding this questions. UNANNOUNCED VISITS: I will continue to conduct unannounced temporary time period visits. Ensure you document new staff on the staff and training worksheets for future monitoring. If you have questions, please contact me at: (252)373-3074 or ramie.doll@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller, with any questions at (252)373-9809 or via email at susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
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