G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DAY CARE Facility ID: 7659000 Consultant: LORI RIERSON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/6/2026 Number Present: 4 Completed Date: 1/6/2026 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 85 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced Today an unannounced annual compliance visit was conducted. A checklist was used today to note the childcare requirements monitored today, and a copy was left with you. The last annual compliance visit was conducted 1/17/25. Currently this program operates with a GS 110 Notice of Compliance issued 10/11/19. The status of the corporation is current/active. The center director, Megan Coats, assisted me today. I conducted an assisted walk-through of the center. The last sanitation inspection was completed 9/16/25 with a ‘Superior’ classification and 0 demerits. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/18/25. Children were observed playing in activity areas, large group activities, playing outside, and routine care activities. The facility does not provide transportation. A full assessment of applicable childcare rules was conducted today. The following violation(s) were documented and technical assistance regarding maintaining compliance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 1044 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The letter for D. Smith expired 9/15/25. The new letter was dated 9/19/25. G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Each violation cited was discussed with Ms. Coats. The violation(s) documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance must be received on or before 1/20/26. The letter must include the following: *Facility Name and ID number *List of each violation number *How each violation was corrected All items must be included, or the corrective action letter will be returned for corrections. CONSULTATION: Ms. Coats stated she was having difficulty locating a trainer for the emergency preparedness plan. During today’s visit I located some trainers in Randolph County that offer the training online. This information was shared with Ms. Coats. The next training is offered January 20th from 6:30-9:00 pm. We discussed having staff plan to begin the process of renewing their criminal background letters at least two months prior to the expiration date. This allows for any possible delays in obtaining the new letter. Documents and forms for DCDEE licensure can be found at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. AGENCY NEWS AND UPDATES: Please refer to the Division of Child Development and Early Education website, http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov for additional information regarding: *’What’s New’ tab If you have and questions or concerns, please call me at 336-816-4826, or email lori.rierson@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkis@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DAY CARE Facility ID: 7659000 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/3/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 5/3/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 11:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements. The facility currently operates with a Notice of Compliance that was issued on July 29, 1997. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on January 30, 2024. The teachers were present and assisted me during the visit. Children were observed participating in table work, the teacher was observed reviewing the alphabet with the children. In the classroom for younger preschool age children, the children were observed coloring. The children were also observed playing outside. The last sanitation inspection was completed November 15, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 14, 2023. There are no new staff since the last annual compliance visit. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.There was no fire drill documented for February 2024 and April 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The swings on the playground had open S hooks. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. The were open outlets on power strips in both classrooms. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than May 15, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Consultation On the previous visit conducted January 30, 2024, the Director and I discussed an alternative to the S hooks on the swings, because the Director stated they could not close the hooks after many attempts. Research the use of a metal connecting link to take the place of the S hooks. Your last fire inspection was 5/14/23, you will need a new inspection before 5/14/24. If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or336-580-2527. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DAY CARE Facility ID: 7659000 Consultant: MONA NDIAYE Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 5/3/2024 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 5/3/2024 Age: From 3 To 5 Total Minutes: 60 Time In: 10:25 AM Time Out: 11:25 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor for applicable child care requirements. The facility currently operates with a Notice of Compliance that was issued on July 29, 1997. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on January 30, 2024. The teachers were present and assisted me during the visit. Children were observed participating in table work, the teacher was observed reviewing the alphabet with the children. In the classroom for younger preschool age children, the children were observed coloring. The children were also observed playing outside. The last sanitation inspection was completed November 15, 2023 with a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was conducted May 14, 2023. There are no new staff since the last annual compliance visit. During today’s visit, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 805 Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.There was no fire drill documented for February 2024 and April 2024. .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The swings on the playground had open S hooks. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(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. The were open outlets on power strips in both classrooms. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) The violation(s) must be corrected immediately, and a letter must be sent to me no later than May 15, 2024 stating how each item was corrected and how you plan to maintain compliance with the requirement. Please e-mail the letter to me at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You were provided an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the child care law and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ , on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. Consultation On the previous visit conducted January 30, 2024, the Director and I discussed an alternative to the S hooks on the swings, because the Director stated they could not close the hooks after many attempts. Research the use of a metal connecting link to take the place of the S hooks. Your last fire inspection was 5/14/23, you will need a new inspection before 5/14/24. If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at 336-580-5417 or at mona.ndiaye@dhhs.nc.gov . You can also reach my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or336-580-2527. Thank you for your cooperation during today’s visit. 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