10A NCAC 09 .0304 · Violation

Name of Operation: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2025 Number Present: 58 Completed Date: 6/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 88%. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Danielle Wiener, Assistant Director. Ms. Wiener and Safi Sadaoui, HR Administrator assisted me with the visit today. Ginger Ventura, Director , was out of the office today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities including teacher directed activities, snack, center play, routines , free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. There have been three (3) new staff hired since the annual compliance visit November 18, 2024. I reviewed the new employee files and found in compliance. Staff and training worksheets were provided and all veteran staff were monitored using the worksheets. The following items were monitored today: License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The current license was not posted. The frame containing the licenses had broken and the new licenses issued November 22, 2024, was not received by Ms. Ventura, Director. I made a copy of the new permit and Ms. Wiener posted it. All restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Each staff has current CPR. First Aid: Each staff has current First Aid. CBC Qualification: Staff were current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. The center has completed the ABCMS requirements. ITS-SIDS: There are no children under 12 months of age. Safe sleep policy and sleep charts: The center does not serve children under 12 months of age. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and current. Administration of Medication: There is no administration of medication at the facility. Dere are currently no Emergency Medications in the facility. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. Please see violations section for details. Storage of Medication: All medication was observed stored in compliance. General Safety: A violation was cited for small parts accessible to children under three (3) years old. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Adequate/Approved Space: Each group of children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-3-2024 and the report was not emailed to me within one week. A violation was cited. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 1/15/2025 with a superior rating. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2023. A more current summary is available on our website. This is not a violation. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection dated December 3, 2024 was not sent to DCDEE within one week of the approved report. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 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 101, Room 109 Aquaphor was in a child's backpack accessible to children. In Space 110, Room 103, baking soda was located on a shelf lower then five (5) feet in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 112, Room 101, small pom poms were in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how you will maintain ongoing compliance of the corrected violations. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development For each group of children in care, the activity plan shall include activities intended to stimulate the following developmental domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, available on the Division's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Foundations-for-Early-Learning-and-Development You can access the training calendar for NCFELD trainings here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . You may be able to schedule training for your staff as well. Here is information to contract training: Contracted Training Let us bring our experts to you! Contracted training offers you the opportunity to meet the specific professional development needs of your staff, right at your own facility. For more information or to schedule contracted training, send us an email or click here! Pathways to the Stars (QRIS Initiative) QRIS Pathways to the Stars Interest Survey The NC Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is actively planning for the implementation of new QRIS requirements. Please contact me about your interest in the new pathway options so that we can plan for training, technical assistance and resources that will assist you in achieving your Two- through Five- Star Rated License. We discussed reviewing your option to receive star related license using your current NAEYC Accreditation. Please find more information here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization • Accreditation Licensure - Child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Emergency-Preparedness-and-Response We discussed having all administrative staff take Emergency Preparedness and Response training and review the EPR plan regularly with all staff. Although the EPR plan and ready-to-go file were in compliance, administrative staff should know and understand the plan in case of emergency while the Director is absent. Find more information here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Emergency-Preparedness-and-Response At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2025 Number Present: 58 Completed Date: 6/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 6 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 12:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 88%. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Danielle Wiener, Assistant Director. Ms. Wiener and Safi Sadaoui, HR Administrator assisted me with the visit today. Ginger Ventura, Director , was out of the office today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities including teacher directed activities, snack, center play, routines , free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. There have been three (3) new staff hired since the annual compliance visit November 18, 2024. I reviewed the new employee files and found in compliance. Staff and training worksheets were provided and all veteran staff were monitored using the worksheets. The following items were monitored today: License Posted/Permit Restrictions: The current license was not posted. The frame containing the licenses had broken and the new licenses issued November 22, 2024, was not received by Ms. Ventura, Director. I made a copy of the new permit and Ms. Wiener posted it. All restrictions were in compliance. Supervision: Each group of children was adequately supervised during the visit. Staff/Child Ratio: The ratios were maintained during today’s visit. CPR: Each staff has current CPR. First Aid: Each staff has current First Aid. CBC Qualification: Staff were current with Criminal Background Check (CBC) qualification. The center has completed the ABCMS requirements. ITS-SIDS: There are no children under 12 months of age. Safe sleep policy and sleep charts: The center does not serve children under 12 months of age. Emergency Medical Care Plan: The Emergency Care Plan was posted and current. Administration of Medication: There is no administration of medication at the facility. Dere are currently no Emergency Medications in the facility. Storage of Hazardous Substances: A violation was cited. Please see violations section for details. Storage of Medication: All medication was observed stored in compliance. General Safety: A violation was cited for small parts accessible to children under three (3) years old. Discipline: There were no discipline concerns; appropriate discipline was provided. Nurturing tones were heard when staff spoke with children. Adequate/Approved Space: Each group of children were observed in licensed approved space. Program Records: I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-3-2024 and the report was not emailed to me within one week. A violation was cited. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 1/15/2025 with a superior rating. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2023. A more current summary is available on our website. This is not a violation. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 106 Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection dated December 3, 2024 was not sent to DCDEE within one week of the approved report. 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) 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 101, Room 109 Aquaphor was in a child's backpack accessible to children. In Space 110, Room 103, baking soda was located on a shelf lower then five (5) feet in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 112, Room 101, small pom poms were in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before June 30, 2025, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how you will maintain ongoing compliance of the corrected violations. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Please email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development For each group of children in care, the activity plan shall include activities intended to stimulate the following developmental domains, in accordance with North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development, available on the Division's website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Foundations-for-Early-Learning-and-Development You can access the training calendar for NCFELD trainings here: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/training . You may be able to schedule training for your staff as well. Here is information to contract training: Contracted Training Let us bring our experts to you! Contracted training offers you the opportunity to meet the specific professional development needs of your staff, right at your own facility. For more information or to schedule contracted training, send us an email or click here! Pathways to the Stars (QRIS Initiative) QRIS Pathways to the Stars Interest Survey The NC Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) is actively planning for the implementation of new QRIS requirements. Please contact me about your interest in the new pathway options so that we can plan for training, technical assistance and resources that will assist you in achieving your Two- through Five- Star Rated License. We discussed reviewing your option to receive star related license using your current NAEYC Accreditation. Please find more information here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization • Accreditation Licensure - Child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies may move to a 3- or 5-star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing: Accreditation Licensure Request Form. Emergency-Preparedness-and-Response We discussed having all administrative staff take Emergency Preparedness and Response training and review the EPR plan regularly with all staff. Although the EPR plan and ready-to-go file were in compliance, administrative staff should know and understand the plan in case of emergency while the Director is absent. Find more information here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Emergency-Preparedness-and-Response At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2024 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 11/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 03:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 96%. ILIM School, LLC is listed as current-active with the Secretary of State. A monitoring checklist was used during today's visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Safe Sadaoui, HR Administrator and Dria Etienne, School Founder. Mr. Sadaoui accompanied me on the walkthrough. Ginger Ventura, Director, was off today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities. Some were observed in math and teacher directed activities, center play, routines and free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care. I observed staff sitting on children's eye level, engaging children as they played. Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. In two (2) classrooms serving children aged 2 or younger I observed plastic, glitter glue, feathers, small googly eyes and cotton balls accessible to children. In one classroom serving children ages 3-5, I observed a first aid kit containing an ice pack labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Mr. Sadaoui removed and/or moved hazardous items during the visit. I observed cords hanging down in several classrooms posing a safety hazard for young children. The cords were moved immediately. Plants were observed throughout the facility. See technical assistance section for resources to assist with identifying toxic plants. I monitored the outdoor play area and observed splintering and exposed nails on several wooden borders located near the fence. A small bottle cap, standing water in a trash bin and exposed concrete at a light pole was observed. I observed stationary equipment with no resilient surfacing. Mr. Sadaoui stated that the older elementary children are the only ones using the equipment. i observed a teacher move a child trying to swing from the equipment. Chickens were observed in an unlocked shed. A closed slide bolt was observed on the door. There was no lock. Mr. Sadaoui explained that the chickens are part of the current unit in the curriculum and will stay until eggs are laid again. The supplier of the chicken eggs will then take the chickens from the center. I reviewed the daily schedules and current activity plans and found them meeting compliance. The daily schedules were observed posted in each classroom. Daily attendance is captured electronically and was available for review today. Mr. Sadaoui stated there are no children with medications currently. Cleaning supplies were observed stored properly. I observed several outlets were not covered. Bathrooms were observed with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. I observed no paper towels in the bathroom dispenser in a classroom serving children ages 3-5 however I observed a roll of paper towels available at the sink. The refrigerator thermometers read below 45 degrees in all classrooms and food and beverages were observed stored properly. Water bottles were observed in several classrooms with no date and names. I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-6-2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 6-17-24. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2019. A more current summary is available. The license is posted with ages restrictions 2–5-year olds. You currently have a six (6) year old enrolled and attending. Your center is NAEYC Accredited and may be eligible to obtain a 3-5 Starr License. Please see the technical assistance section to regarding the Pathway to the Stars information. I reviewed the current staff and training worksheets and found in compliance. One new staff member began work today. I reviewed the personnel file and found in compliance. I reviewed children’s records and found in compliance. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A child age six (6) is enrolled and was present during the visit. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Water bottles were observed not dated and labeled in Spaces 1,2,and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Splinters and exposed nails were observed on several wooden borders along the fence. .0601(c) 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. Standing water was observed in a trash bin on the playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Uncovered outlets were observed in Spaces 1, 5 and hallway. 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 1 a first aid kit with a BenGay ice pack was accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 4 and 6 feather, glitter glue, small leaves, googly eyes and plastic bags were accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant 8801 Crosstimbers Drive Charlotte. NC 28215 Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: We discussed the following: Plants in Classrooms: We discussed checking all plants in the classrooms. A Toxic Plants List can be accessed at https://eh.mecknc.gov/lodging Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Permit Change: We discussed the option to request the permit age restriction be changed to include six (6) year olds. Please send me an email with this request if you want to continue with the child’s enrollment. Chickens: Please lock the storage unit when children are on the playground. Please consult with Environmental Health regarding rules and requirements for having chickens at your facility. Stationary Equipment / Resilient Surfacing: We discussed the possibility of adding resilient surfacing to the stationary equipment allowing the younger children to be able to sue the equipment. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff 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. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2024 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 11/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 03:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 96%. ILIM School, LLC is listed as current-active with the Secretary of State. A monitoring checklist was used during today's visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Safe Sadaoui, HR Administrator and Dria Etienne, School Founder. Mr. Sadaoui accompanied me on the walkthrough. Ginger Ventura, Director, was off today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities. Some were observed in math and teacher directed activities, center play, routines and free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care. I observed staff sitting on children's eye level, engaging children as they played. Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. In two (2) classrooms serving children aged 2 or younger I observed plastic, glitter glue, feathers, small googly eyes and cotton balls accessible to children. In one classroom serving children ages 3-5, I observed a first aid kit containing an ice pack labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Mr. Sadaoui removed and/or moved hazardous items during the visit. I observed cords hanging down in several classrooms posing a safety hazard for young children. The cords were moved immediately. Plants were observed throughout the facility. See technical assistance section for resources to assist with identifying toxic plants. I monitored the outdoor play area and observed splintering and exposed nails on several wooden borders located near the fence. A small bottle cap, standing water in a trash bin and exposed concrete at a light pole was observed. I observed stationary equipment with no resilient surfacing. Mr. Sadaoui stated that the older elementary children are the only ones using the equipment. i observed a teacher move a child trying to swing from the equipment. Chickens were observed in an unlocked shed. A closed slide bolt was observed on the door. There was no lock. Mr. Sadaoui explained that the chickens are part of the current unit in the curriculum and will stay until eggs are laid again. The supplier of the chicken eggs will then take the chickens from the center. I reviewed the daily schedules and current activity plans and found them meeting compliance. The daily schedules were observed posted in each classroom. Daily attendance is captured electronically and was available for review today. Mr. Sadaoui stated there are no children with medications currently. Cleaning supplies were observed stored properly. I observed several outlets were not covered. Bathrooms were observed with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. I observed no paper towels in the bathroom dispenser in a classroom serving children ages 3-5 however I observed a roll of paper towels available at the sink. The refrigerator thermometers read below 45 degrees in all classrooms and food and beverages were observed stored properly. Water bottles were observed in several classrooms with no date and names. I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-6-2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 6-17-24. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2019. A more current summary is available. The license is posted with ages restrictions 2–5-year olds. You currently have a six (6) year old enrolled and attending. Your center is NAEYC Accredited and may be eligible to obtain a 3-5 Starr License. Please see the technical assistance section to regarding the Pathway to the Stars information. I reviewed the current staff and training worksheets and found in compliance. One new staff member began work today. I reviewed the personnel file and found in compliance. I reviewed children’s records and found in compliance. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A child age six (6) is enrolled and was present during the visit. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Water bottles were observed not dated and labeled in Spaces 1,2,and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Splinters and exposed nails were observed on several wooden borders along the fence. .0601(c) 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. Standing water was observed in a trash bin on the playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Uncovered outlets were observed in Spaces 1, 5 and hallway. 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 1 a first aid kit with a BenGay ice pack was accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 4 and 6 feather, glitter glue, small leaves, googly eyes and plastic bags were accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant 8801 Crosstimbers Drive Charlotte. NC 28215 Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: We discussed the following: Plants in Classrooms: We discussed checking all plants in the classrooms. A Toxic Plants List can be accessed at https://eh.mecknc.gov/lodging Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Permit Change: We discussed the option to request the permit age restriction be changed to include six (6) year olds. Please send me an email with this request if you want to continue with the child’s enrollment. Chickens: Please lock the storage unit when children are on the playground. Please consult with Environmental Health regarding rules and requirements for having chickens at your facility. Stationary Equipment / Resilient Surfacing: We discussed the possibility of adding resilient surfacing to the stationary equipment allowing the younger children to be able to sue the equipment. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff 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. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2024 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 11/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 03:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 96%. ILIM School, LLC is listed as current-active with the Secretary of State. A monitoring checklist was used during today's visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Safe Sadaoui, HR Administrator and Dria Etienne, School Founder. Mr. Sadaoui accompanied me on the walkthrough. Ginger Ventura, Director, was off today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities. Some were observed in math and teacher directed activities, center play, routines and free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care. I observed staff sitting on children's eye level, engaging children as they played. Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. In two (2) classrooms serving children aged 2 or younger I observed plastic, glitter glue, feathers, small googly eyes and cotton balls accessible to children. In one classroom serving children ages 3-5, I observed a first aid kit containing an ice pack labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Mr. Sadaoui removed and/or moved hazardous items during the visit. I observed cords hanging down in several classrooms posing a safety hazard for young children. The cords were moved immediately. Plants were observed throughout the facility. See technical assistance section for resources to assist with identifying toxic plants. I monitored the outdoor play area and observed splintering and exposed nails on several wooden borders located near the fence. A small bottle cap, standing water in a trash bin and exposed concrete at a light pole was observed. I observed stationary equipment with no resilient surfacing. Mr. Sadaoui stated that the older elementary children are the only ones using the equipment. i observed a teacher move a child trying to swing from the equipment. Chickens were observed in an unlocked shed. A closed slide bolt was observed on the door. There was no lock. Mr. Sadaoui explained that the chickens are part of the current unit in the curriculum and will stay until eggs are laid again. The supplier of the chicken eggs will then take the chickens from the center. I reviewed the daily schedules and current activity plans and found them meeting compliance. The daily schedules were observed posted in each classroom. Daily attendance is captured electronically and was available for review today. Mr. Sadaoui stated there are no children with medications currently. Cleaning supplies were observed stored properly. I observed several outlets were not covered. Bathrooms were observed with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. I observed no paper towels in the bathroom dispenser in a classroom serving children ages 3-5 however I observed a roll of paper towels available at the sink. The refrigerator thermometers read below 45 degrees in all classrooms and food and beverages were observed stored properly. Water bottles were observed in several classrooms with no date and names. I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-6-2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 6-17-24. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2019. A more current summary is available. The license is posted with ages restrictions 2–5-year olds. You currently have a six (6) year old enrolled and attending. Your center is NAEYC Accredited and may be eligible to obtain a 3-5 Starr License. Please see the technical assistance section to regarding the Pathway to the Stars information. I reviewed the current staff and training worksheets and found in compliance. One new staff member began work today. I reviewed the personnel file and found in compliance. I reviewed children’s records and found in compliance. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A child age six (6) is enrolled and was present during the visit. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Water bottles were observed not dated and labeled in Spaces 1,2,and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Splinters and exposed nails were observed on several wooden borders along the fence. .0601(c) 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. Standing water was observed in a trash bin on the playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Uncovered outlets were observed in Spaces 1, 5 and hallway. 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 1 a first aid kit with a BenGay ice pack was accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 4 and 6 feather, glitter glue, small leaves, googly eyes and plastic bags were accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant 8801 Crosstimbers Drive Charlotte. NC 28215 Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: We discussed the following: Plants in Classrooms: We discussed checking all plants in the classrooms. A Toxic Plants List can be accessed at https://eh.mecknc.gov/lodging Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Permit Change: We discussed the option to request the permit age restriction be changed to include six (6) year olds. Please send me an email with this request if you want to continue with the child’s enrollment. Chickens: Please lock the storage unit when children are on the playground. Please consult with Environmental Health regarding rules and requirements for having chickens at your facility. Stationary Equipment / Resilient Surfacing: We discussed the possibility of adding resilient surfacing to the stationary equipment allowing the younger children to be able to sue the equipment. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff 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. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. 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: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2024 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 11/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 03:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 96%. ILIM School, LLC is listed as current-active with the Secretary of State. A monitoring checklist was used during today's visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Safe Sadaoui, HR Administrator and Dria Etienne, School Founder. Mr. Sadaoui accompanied me on the walkthrough. Ginger Ventura, Director, was off today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities. Some were observed in math and teacher directed activities, center play, routines and free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care. I observed staff sitting on children's eye level, engaging children as they played. Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. In two (2) classrooms serving children aged 2 or younger I observed plastic, glitter glue, feathers, small googly eyes and cotton balls accessible to children. In one classroom serving children ages 3-5, I observed a first aid kit containing an ice pack labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Mr. Sadaoui removed and/or moved hazardous items during the visit. I observed cords hanging down in several classrooms posing a safety hazard for young children. The cords were moved immediately. Plants were observed throughout the facility. See technical assistance section for resources to assist with identifying toxic plants. I monitored the outdoor play area and observed splintering and exposed nails on several wooden borders located near the fence. A small bottle cap, standing water in a trash bin and exposed concrete at a light pole was observed. I observed stationary equipment with no resilient surfacing. Mr. Sadaoui stated that the older elementary children are the only ones using the equipment. i observed a teacher move a child trying to swing from the equipment. Chickens were observed in an unlocked shed. A closed slide bolt was observed on the door. There was no lock. Mr. Sadaoui explained that the chickens are part of the current unit in the curriculum and will stay until eggs are laid again. The supplier of the chicken eggs will then take the chickens from the center. I reviewed the daily schedules and current activity plans and found them meeting compliance. The daily schedules were observed posted in each classroom. Daily attendance is captured electronically and was available for review today. Mr. Sadaoui stated there are no children with medications currently. Cleaning supplies were observed stored properly. I observed several outlets were not covered. Bathrooms were observed with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. I observed no paper towels in the bathroom dispenser in a classroom serving children ages 3-5 however I observed a roll of paper towels available at the sink. The refrigerator thermometers read below 45 degrees in all classrooms and food and beverages were observed stored properly. Water bottles were observed in several classrooms with no date and names. I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-6-2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 6-17-24. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2019. A more current summary is available. The license is posted with ages restrictions 2–5-year olds. You currently have a six (6) year old enrolled and attending. Your center is NAEYC Accredited and may be eligible to obtain a 3-5 Starr License. Please see the technical assistance section to regarding the Pathway to the Stars information. I reviewed the current staff and training worksheets and found in compliance. One new staff member began work today. I reviewed the personnel file and found in compliance. I reviewed children’s records and found in compliance. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A child age six (6) is enrolled and was present during the visit. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Water bottles were observed not dated and labeled in Spaces 1,2,and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Splinters and exposed nails were observed on several wooden borders along the fence. .0601(c) 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. Standing water was observed in a trash bin on the playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Uncovered outlets were observed in Spaces 1, 5 and hallway. 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 1 a first aid kit with a BenGay ice pack was accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 4 and 6 feather, glitter glue, small leaves, googly eyes and plastic bags were accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant 8801 Crosstimbers Drive Charlotte. NC 28215 Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: We discussed the following: Plants in Classrooms: We discussed checking all plants in the classrooms. A Toxic Plants List can be accessed at https://eh.mecknc.gov/lodging Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Permit Change: We discussed the option to request the permit age restriction be changed to include six (6) year olds. Please send me an email with this request if you want to continue with the child’s enrollment. Chickens: Please lock the storage unit when children are on the playground. Please consult with Environmental Health regarding rules and requirements for having chickens at your facility. Stationary Equipment / Resilient Surfacing: We discussed the possibility of adding resilient surfacing to the stationary equipment allowing the younger children to be able to sue the equipment. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff 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. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: LISA EDDINS-SMITH Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/18/2024 Number Present: 54 Completed Date: 11/18/2024 Age: From 2 To 6 Total Minutes: 305 Time In: 10:50 AM Time Out: 03:55 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. The 18-month compliance history prior to today's visit was 96%. ILIM School, LLC is listed as current-active with the Secretary of State. A monitoring checklist was used during today's visit. Upon my arrival I was greeted by Safe Sadaoui, HR Administrator and Dria Etienne, School Founder. Mr. Sadaoui accompanied me on the walkthrough. Ginger Ventura, Director, was off today. During the walkthrough I observed each group of children engaged in activities. Some were observed in math and teacher directed activities, center play, routines and free play, and outdoor play. Staff/child ratio was maintained in each group observed. Staff were heard using nurturing tones as they spoke to children in their care. I observed staff sitting on children's eye level, engaging children as they played. Materials and equipment in classrooms were observed to be clean and in good repair. In two (2) classrooms serving children aged 2 or younger I observed plastic, glitter glue, feathers, small googly eyes and cotton balls accessible to children. In one classroom serving children ages 3-5, I observed a first aid kit containing an ice pack labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Mr. Sadaoui removed and/or moved hazardous items during the visit. I observed cords hanging down in several classrooms posing a safety hazard for young children. The cords were moved immediately. Plants were observed throughout the facility. See technical assistance section for resources to assist with identifying toxic plants. I monitored the outdoor play area and observed splintering and exposed nails on several wooden borders located near the fence. A small bottle cap, standing water in a trash bin and exposed concrete at a light pole was observed. I observed stationary equipment with no resilient surfacing. Mr. Sadaoui stated that the older elementary children are the only ones using the equipment. i observed a teacher move a child trying to swing from the equipment. Chickens were observed in an unlocked shed. A closed slide bolt was observed on the door. There was no lock. Mr. Sadaoui explained that the chickens are part of the current unit in the curriculum and will stay until eggs are laid again. The supplier of the chicken eggs will then take the chickens from the center. I reviewed the daily schedules and current activity plans and found them meeting compliance. The daily schedules were observed posted in each classroom. Daily attendance is captured electronically and was available for review today. Mr. Sadaoui stated there are no children with medications currently. Cleaning supplies were observed stored properly. I observed several outlets were not covered. Bathrooms were observed with soap, toilet paper and paper towels. I observed no paper towels in the bathroom dispenser in a classroom serving children ages 3-5 however I observed a roll of paper towels available at the sink. The refrigerator thermometers read below 45 degrees in all classrooms and food and beverages were observed stored properly. Water bottles were observed in several classrooms with no date and names. I reviewed program records and found them meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12-6-2023. The emergency drill log was reviewed and found meeting compliance. The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 6-17-24. The monthly playground inspections and incident logs were reviewed and found meeting compliance. Information required to be posted was observed posted in the facility. The Summary of Law posted is dated 2019. A more current summary is available. The license is posted with ages restrictions 2–5-year olds. You currently have a six (6) year old enrolled and attending. Your center is NAEYC Accredited and may be eligible to obtain a 3-5 Starr License. Please see the technical assistance section to regarding the Pathway to the Stars information. I reviewed the current staff and training worksheets and found in compliance. One new staff member began work today. I reviewed the personnel file and found in compliance. I reviewed children’s records and found in compliance. The following violations were cited today Violation Number Comment Rule 107 The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. A child age six (6) is enrolled and was present during the visit. GS 110-91; GS 110-106 533 Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Water bottles were observed not dated and labeled in Spaces 1,2,and 3. 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Splinters and exposed nails were observed on several wooden borders along the fence. .0601(c) 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. Standing water was observed in a trash bin on the playground. 15A NCAC 18A .2832(a) 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. Uncovered outlets were observed in Spaces 1, 5 and hallway. 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 1 a first aid kit with a BenGay ice pack was accessible to children. .2820(b) 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. In Space 4 and 6 feather, glitter glue, small leaves, googly eyes and plastic bags were accessible to children. .0604(q) Compliance Statement: Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The violation(s) documented must be corrected immediately. On or before December 2, 2024, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Lisa Eddins-Smith, Child Care Consultant 8801 Crosstimbers Drive Charlotte. NC 28215 Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address on file with DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development may take administrative action against the license and/or impose civil penalties based on the failure of the operator to correct any documented violations within the established time-period. Technical Assistance: We discussed the following: Plants in Classrooms: We discussed checking all plants in the classrooms. A Toxic Plants List can be accessed at https://eh.mecknc.gov/lodging Reminders: Continue to review emails from the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) and from your assigned child care consultant. Permit Change: We discussed the option to request the permit age restriction be changed to include six (6) year olds. Please send me an email with this request if you want to continue with the child’s enrollment. Chickens: Please lock the storage unit when children are on the playground. Please consult with Environmental Health regarding rules and requirements for having chickens at your facility. Stationary Equipment / Resilient Surfacing: We discussed the possibility of adding resilient surfacing to the stationary equipment allowing the younger children to be able to sue the equipment. DCDEE Website: I encourage you to utilize the DCDEE website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on a regular basis. All the laws, rules and regulations, item number listing, sanitation requirements, and provider documents can be found on the website. Additionally, there are many resources such as DCDEE Moodle where you can complete health and safety trainings free of charge. The What’s New tab provides current information that is sent out through blast emails. The current Summary of Law can be found under the provider documents and forms. ABCMS (Criminal Background System): North Carolina child care administrators can now view and edit their facility’s staff roster in ABCMS, the DCDEE’s criminal background check system. Provider Access to ABCMS allows administrators to: • See the real-time background check status of staff members. • Run a printable report of the staff roster to assist with compliance visits. • See new background check applicants and add to staff 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. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modernization Update The Governor signed Senate Bill 425 (now Session Law 2024-34), Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill, which includes the Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) Modifications recommended to the Legislature by the NC Child Care Commission to update QRIS and create additional pathways for licensed child care facilities to earn star rated licenses. The Child Care Commission is currently in the process of drafting proposed child care rule language to begin the rulemaking process for implementing the new requirements. The next Child Care Commission Meetings are scheduled for July 16, 2024 (by WebEx only) and September 9, 2024 (in-person at 333 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, Room 165 and by WebEx). The rulemaking process will include publishing of proposed revised rules as well as a public hearing and public comment period. This legislation also provides a pathway for child care programs currently accredited through the approved accrediting bodies to move to a 3 or 5 star license if they are not already at this star level. Providers will need to submit a request to their licensing consultant and provide a copy of their accreditation award/certificate for processing. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. Thank you for your time today. If you have questions or concerns regarding today’s visit, please contact me at Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov or 980-748-6270. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0514 · Violation

Name of Operation: ILIM SCHOOL Facility ID: 60004165 Consultant: ANDREA ANDERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 11/20/2023 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 11/20/2023 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's unannounced visit was to monitor compliance of applicable child care requirements during the annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to monitor the facility today. Prior to today's visit the facility's 18 month compliance history was 93%. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Ginger Ventura, Director. You informed me the school was closed for the holiday week and would reopen next week, but I was welcome to stay and review records. I decided to stay and reviewed program, staff and children records and will return in the near future to monitor staff/child interactions and the indoor/outdoor environment. I observed the current license, no smoking/tobacco free zone sign, summary of the NC Child Care Law, and emergency care play posted in the lobby of the facility. You provided the current EPR plan plan were was reviewed and found meeting compliance. I reviewed the monthly playground inspections, current incident log and current emergency drill log and found it meeting compliance. The last fire inspection was conducted on 12/12/22, you stated you have notified the fire marshal that you are ready for this year's inspection. The last sanitation inspection was conducted 2/9/23, the facility earned a superior rating. You stated that you currently have 71 children enrolled, so I monitored 8 children's records today and found them meeting compliance. You provided the current staff and training worksheet. I reviewed that document and reviewed all new hired staff files and a sample of staff files, who have been employed since my last visit. Four staff do not have a current staff development plan on file. The following violation was cited during today's visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 1232 Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Four staff (hired (2) on 12/6/21, 5/31/22 and 7/25/22) do not have a current staff development plan on file. 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) Compliance Statement: Childcare providers are expected to maintain compliance with all applicable child care requirements at all times. All violations cited today shall be corrected immediately. Ginger Ventura, Director, will email a compliance letter explaining how each violation cited today has been corrected. The compliance letter must be received by the consultant, andrea.anderson@dhhs.nc.gov, on or before December 11, 2022. Failure to correct the violations and/or submit the compliance letter to me by the date listed above may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted to ensure corrections were made. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Staff Files: I encourage you to discuss goals/ development plans during the annual review with each staff. This may help in making sure that each staff is planning them and working towards meeting them each year. CPR/FA certification: You have two new hires that need CPR/FA by tomorrow 11/21/23. You informed me that you are not letting them return without the training. One staff has proof of CPR certification but needs to complete the FA portion. The other staff completed CPR/FA online and is not accepted certification. Since the school is closed this week and they are not present and you had written proof (email documentation) that you are not allowing them to return until they obtain the correct training this should not turn into a violation. You have the Be A Smart Consumer of First Aid and CPR certification list of approved agencies, I showed you how to open each agency to see what courses are approved and which ones aren't for future reference. I will return in the very near future to complete today's annual compliance visit. If you have any questions please contact me, Andrea Anderson PO Box 49335 Charlotte, NC 28277 andrea.anderson@dhhs.nc.gov (704)594-0039 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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