Creative Kidz Preschool Inc.

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/22/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/22/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 05:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. Tammy McGalliard, Supervisor, assisted me during today’s visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. The last annual compliance visit was conducted January 9, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%) as of December 22, 2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 6, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on January 24, 2025, for daytime care only. The most recent fire drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 3:10pm and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 10:55am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on December 11, 2025 by Sherry Johnson. You stated one (1) new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit that was conducted on January 9, 2025. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 22, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I visited each indoor and outdoor space. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in art activities, indoor free play, hand washing, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #1 were observed during art activities, outdoor gross motor play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #2 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #3 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was September 12, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. Files for one (1) new staff, one (1) existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. A sample of three (3) children’s records were reviewed. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #2, a daily schedule was not posted and available for review. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. In Space #3, screen time is used and the time is not logged. The documentation was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. In Space #3, one child one year and one month of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have available for review and was not posted the required feeding schedule. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. On Playground Space #2, the back fence was in poor repair and accessible to children. The bottom of the fence had wires protruding and exposed that could cause injury to children. .0601(c) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #2, in the book area, a lighted Christmas tree was plugged in with an exposed outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In the dining room, two electrical fans were plugged in, but not in use, and were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, two years of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on the incident report dated March 10, 2025. The missing information included the witness to the incident, and the incident report was not available for review in the child’s file In One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 17, 2025, incident report. The missing information included location of the incident, piece of equipment, and date/time parents were contacted. One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 20, 2025, incident report. The missing information included piece of equipment. .0802 (e) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the Outdoor Gross Motor Space # 3, it was observed broken toys/equipment with sharp edges were accessible to children. The broken equipment was a teal and yellow climber with cracked place on the platform. A blue sand/water table missing three legs. A gray child’s chair with a cracked seat, and a toy box used as a sandbox without a lid for cover. On Playground Space #2, there was frozen ice on the roller coaster ramp, a faded gray riding car had jagged edges, no handlebars on blue motorcycle and blue sailboat, and two red trucks with cracked places. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 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 #2, in the block area fifty-two matchbox types of vehicles with small parts were accessible in a classroom caring for children three years of age and two years of age. Also in Space #2, children’s artwork of Santa Claus faces was displayed using pom-pom noses. In Space #3, where children one year of age are enrolled had children’s artwork displayed of Reindeer with a pom-pom nose and wiggly eyes, and a Santa Claus face with pom-pom noses. Pom-poms and wiggly eyes are considered hazardous materials. In Space #3, foam snowflakes cutouts were displayed. These materials were accessible to children three years of age and younger. .0604(q) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The emergency preparedness and response plan available for review was last updated on June 10, 2024. .0607(c) 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 January 5, 2026. 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 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 An unannounced visit will be made in the near future to verify correction of violations. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Outlets: -The Lead Teacher placed a safety plug in the electrical outlet during the visit. I suggested that you monitor all licensed space throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets not in use are covered with a safety plug. This violation was corrected during the visit. Electrical Fans: I discussed with you and staff that electric fans shall be mounted out of the reach of children or shall be fitted with a mesh guard to prevent access by children. This violation was corrected during the visit. -Required Documentation on Incident Reports/Incident Report in Children’s File: I discussed with you that a completed incident report must be kept in the child’s file and be available for review. I suggested that when completing the incident log then a copy of the incident report is placed in the child’s file. We also discussed the information required by rule for incident reports and suggested that you review incident report requirements with all staff. I suggested that you review all incident reports once received to ensure all required information is obtained. This will allow you to gather any missing information from staff to be recorded prior to filing. Child care rule .0802(e) states the child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or a parent signature declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. Feeding Plans- I discussed with you that feeding plans for children under fifteen months of age must be posted in the child’s classroom for reference and must be modified as the child's needs change. I suggested that you monitor classrooms for children under fifteen months of age at least weekly to ensure the feeding plans are posted for reference. The infant feeding plan can be found on the DCDEE Provider’s Documents and Forms page for child care centers. The link to the feeding plan is ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/I/Infant_Feeding_Plan_CC.pdf?ver=KBEFuFrhiwPFn88YFEHAmA%3d%3d. Toys with Small Parts/Hazardous Art Materials for Children 3 years of Age and Younger: Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging, small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I also suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. I also suggested contacting Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for technical assistance on appropriate toys and materials by age group. Daily Schedule: I discussed with you that each classroom must have a daily schedule posted and available for review. I suggested reviewing with staff on the required documents that must be posted in each classroom and conduct a walk-through weekly to ensure documents are posted. Playground Fence in Poor Repair: I suggested that weekly checks of fencing be conducted to ensure that there are no hazards that could cause injury to children. I also suggested that when playground inspections are conducted monthly that playground fences are checked and documents on the inspection report at this time. Activity Plans/Activity Centers: I discussed with you and staff on conduct a walk-through of the indoor environments to ensure the required materials are accessible to children daily. We also discussed what specific activities, such as sand/water, and music must be documented on activity plans. I discussed that activity plans need to have more specific activities listed, not just materials and activities, such as flash cards as a whole group activity, and Legos in fine motor play. I suggested contacting Tina Williams, Child Care Connections for technical assistance with activity plans. Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: I discussed with you that the EPR plan must be updated as changes occur, such as hiring new staff or when enrollment changes. The EPR plan must be updated on the Emergency Management Portal. The link the template is https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/#. Documenting Screen Time: I discussed with you and staff that if children are engaging in screentime as an activity, it must be logged onto the screentime log sheet and have an educational purpose. The screen log document can be found on the DCDEE Provider Documents/Forms page. The link is nncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/S/Screen_Time_Log.pdf?ver=-MlyZ0xCl7WjlH3OrWFQXQ%3d%3d ‘Indoor/Outdoor Area- -Per Child Care Requirement 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), you must monitor indoor and outdoor areas prior to children utilizing the playground to ensure debris and broken equipment is discarded. I suggested that each staff member or a designated staff member monitor classrooms and playgrounds each morning to discard trash and any broken items before children arrive or access the playground. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Consultation: The ABCMS provider portal facility roster should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401. We reviewed Pathway #1, #2, and #3, Family and Community Engagement Foundational Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement, approved curriculum, formative assessment tools, and staff to child ratio options. I encouraged you to review this information more thoroughly by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. -I suggested that you review Environment Rating Scale information and resources at www.ncrlap.org for the following assessments: (select the following that would apply to this facility) ITERS-3 and ECERS-3. DCDEE of Approved Curriculum and Formative Assessments. Links for Resources Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2025-26_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=nTlQx5bnC-hpS8w9Fxl6XA%3d%3d -Reach out to your local Resource and Referral Agency for additional technical assistance and support. Child Care Connections of Cleveland County at (704) 487-7397. . You stated that you will need more time to decide on which Pathway you will follow for your facility’s upcoming rated license reassessment. A Quality Rating Improvement System Conversation Plan was completed during today’s visit. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: During naptime, I conducted a walkthrough of each classroom to observe naptime. I discussed this with you and staff during the visit today and offered suggestions on providing a safe environment during naptime. We discussed that naptime in the classrooms is not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided to allow staff to supervise and/or offer aid to a child if needed -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at Tiffani.Sims@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

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/22/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/22/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 05:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. Tammy McGalliard, Supervisor, assisted me during today’s visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. The last annual compliance visit was conducted January 9, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%) as of December 22, 2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 6, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on January 24, 2025, for daytime care only. The most recent fire drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 3:10pm and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 10:55am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on December 11, 2025 by Sherry Johnson. You stated one (1) new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit that was conducted on January 9, 2025. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 22, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I visited each indoor and outdoor space. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in art activities, indoor free play, hand washing, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #1 were observed during art activities, outdoor gross motor play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #2 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #3 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was September 12, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. Files for one (1) new staff, one (1) existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. A sample of three (3) children’s records were reviewed. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #2, a daily schedule was not posted and available for review. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. In Space #3, screen time is used and the time is not logged. The documentation was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. In Space #3, one child one year and one month of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have available for review and was not posted the required feeding schedule. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. On Playground Space #2, the back fence was in poor repair and accessible to children. The bottom of the fence had wires protruding and exposed that could cause injury to children. .0601(c) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #2, in the book area, a lighted Christmas tree was plugged in with an exposed outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In the dining room, two electrical fans were plugged in, but not in use, and were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, two years of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on the incident report dated March 10, 2025. The missing information included the witness to the incident, and the incident report was not available for review in the child’s file In One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 17, 2025, incident report. The missing information included location of the incident, piece of equipment, and date/time parents were contacted. One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 20, 2025, incident report. The missing information included piece of equipment. .0802 (e) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the Outdoor Gross Motor Space # 3, it was observed broken toys/equipment with sharp edges were accessible to children. The broken equipment was a teal and yellow climber with cracked place on the platform. A blue sand/water table missing three legs. A gray child’s chair with a cracked seat, and a toy box used as a sandbox without a lid for cover. On Playground Space #2, there was frozen ice on the roller coaster ramp, a faded gray riding car had jagged edges, no handlebars on blue motorcycle and blue sailboat, and two red trucks with cracked places. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 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 #2, in the block area fifty-two matchbox types of vehicles with small parts were accessible in a classroom caring for children three years of age and two years of age. Also in Space #2, children’s artwork of Santa Claus faces was displayed using pom-pom noses. In Space #3, where children one year of age are enrolled had children’s artwork displayed of Reindeer with a pom-pom nose and wiggly eyes, and a Santa Claus face with pom-pom noses. Pom-poms and wiggly eyes are considered hazardous materials. In Space #3, foam snowflakes cutouts were displayed. These materials were accessible to children three years of age and younger. .0604(q) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The emergency preparedness and response plan available for review was last updated on June 10, 2024. .0607(c) 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 January 5, 2026. 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 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 An unannounced visit will be made in the near future to verify correction of violations. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Outlets: -The Lead Teacher placed a safety plug in the electrical outlet during the visit. I suggested that you monitor all licensed space throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets not in use are covered with a safety plug. This violation was corrected during the visit. Electrical Fans: I discussed with you and staff that electric fans shall be mounted out of the reach of children or shall be fitted with a mesh guard to prevent access by children. This violation was corrected during the visit. -Required Documentation on Incident Reports/Incident Report in Children’s File: I discussed with you that a completed incident report must be kept in the child’s file and be available for review. I suggested that when completing the incident log then a copy of the incident report is placed in the child’s file. We also discussed the information required by rule for incident reports and suggested that you review incident report requirements with all staff. I suggested that you review all incident reports once received to ensure all required information is obtained. This will allow you to gather any missing information from staff to be recorded prior to filing. Child care rule .0802(e) states the child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or a parent signature declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. Feeding Plans- I discussed with you that feeding plans for children under fifteen months of age must be posted in the child’s classroom for reference and must be modified as the child's needs change. I suggested that you monitor classrooms for children under fifteen months of age at least weekly to ensure the feeding plans are posted for reference. The infant feeding plan can be found on the DCDEE Provider’s Documents and Forms page for child care centers. The link to the feeding plan is ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/I/Infant_Feeding_Plan_CC.pdf?ver=KBEFuFrhiwPFn88YFEHAmA%3d%3d. Toys with Small Parts/Hazardous Art Materials for Children 3 years of Age and Younger: Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging, small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I also suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. I also suggested contacting Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for technical assistance on appropriate toys and materials by age group. Daily Schedule: I discussed with you that each classroom must have a daily schedule posted and available for review. I suggested reviewing with staff on the required documents that must be posted in each classroom and conduct a walk-through weekly to ensure documents are posted. Playground Fence in Poor Repair: I suggested that weekly checks of fencing be conducted to ensure that there are no hazards that could cause injury to children. I also suggested that when playground inspections are conducted monthly that playground fences are checked and documents on the inspection report at this time. Activity Plans/Activity Centers: I discussed with you and staff on conduct a walk-through of the indoor environments to ensure the required materials are accessible to children daily. We also discussed what specific activities, such as sand/water, and music must be documented on activity plans. I discussed that activity plans need to have more specific activities listed, not just materials and activities, such as flash cards as a whole group activity, and Legos in fine motor play. I suggested contacting Tina Williams, Child Care Connections for technical assistance with activity plans. Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: I discussed with you that the EPR plan must be updated as changes occur, such as hiring new staff or when enrollment changes. The EPR plan must be updated on the Emergency Management Portal. The link the template is https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/#. Documenting Screen Time: I discussed with you and staff that if children are engaging in screentime as an activity, it must be logged onto the screentime log sheet and have an educational purpose. The screen log document can be found on the DCDEE Provider Documents/Forms page. The link is nncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/S/Screen_Time_Log.pdf?ver=-MlyZ0xCl7WjlH3OrWFQXQ%3d%3d ‘Indoor/Outdoor Area- -Per Child Care Requirement 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), you must monitor indoor and outdoor areas prior to children utilizing the playground to ensure debris and broken equipment is discarded. I suggested that each staff member or a designated staff member monitor classrooms and playgrounds each morning to discard trash and any broken items before children arrive or access the playground. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Consultation: The ABCMS provider portal facility roster should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401. We reviewed Pathway #1, #2, and #3, Family and Community Engagement Foundational Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement, approved curriculum, formative assessment tools, and staff to child ratio options. I encouraged you to review this information more thoroughly by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. -I suggested that you review Environment Rating Scale information and resources at www.ncrlap.org for the following assessments: (select the following that would apply to this facility) ITERS-3 and ECERS-3. DCDEE of Approved Curriculum and Formative Assessments. Links for Resources Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2025-26_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=nTlQx5bnC-hpS8w9Fxl6XA%3d%3d -Reach out to your local Resource and Referral Agency for additional technical assistance and support. Child Care Connections of Cleveland County at (704) 487-7397. . You stated that you will need more time to decide on which Pathway you will follow for your facility’s upcoming rated license reassessment. A Quality Rating Improvement System Conversation Plan was completed during today’s visit. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: During naptime, I conducted a walkthrough of each classroom to observe naptime. I discussed this with you and staff during the visit today and offered suggestions on providing a safe environment during naptime. We discussed that naptime in the classrooms is not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided to allow staff to supervise and/or offer aid to a child if needed -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at Tiffani.Sims@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

10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/22/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/22/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 05:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. Tammy McGalliard, Supervisor, assisted me during today’s visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. The last annual compliance visit was conducted January 9, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%) as of December 22, 2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 6, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on January 24, 2025, for daytime care only. The most recent fire drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 3:10pm and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 10:55am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on December 11, 2025 by Sherry Johnson. You stated one (1) new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit that was conducted on January 9, 2025. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 22, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I visited each indoor and outdoor space. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in art activities, indoor free play, hand washing, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #1 were observed during art activities, outdoor gross motor play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #2 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #3 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was September 12, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. Files for one (1) new staff, one (1) existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. A sample of three (3) children’s records were reviewed. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #2, a daily schedule was not posted and available for review. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. In Space #3, screen time is used and the time is not logged. The documentation was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. In Space #3, one child one year and one month of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have available for review and was not posted the required feeding schedule. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. On Playground Space #2, the back fence was in poor repair and accessible to children. The bottom of the fence had wires protruding and exposed that could cause injury to children. .0601(c) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #2, in the book area, a lighted Christmas tree was plugged in with an exposed outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In the dining room, two electrical fans were plugged in, but not in use, and were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, two years of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on the incident report dated March 10, 2025. The missing information included the witness to the incident, and the incident report was not available for review in the child’s file In One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 17, 2025, incident report. The missing information included location of the incident, piece of equipment, and date/time parents were contacted. One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 20, 2025, incident report. The missing information included piece of equipment. .0802 (e) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the Outdoor Gross Motor Space # 3, it was observed broken toys/equipment with sharp edges were accessible to children. The broken equipment was a teal and yellow climber with cracked place on the platform. A blue sand/water table missing three legs. A gray child’s chair with a cracked seat, and a toy box used as a sandbox without a lid for cover. On Playground Space #2, there was frozen ice on the roller coaster ramp, a faded gray riding car had jagged edges, no handlebars on blue motorcycle and blue sailboat, and two red trucks with cracked places. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 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 #2, in the block area fifty-two matchbox types of vehicles with small parts were accessible in a classroom caring for children three years of age and two years of age. Also in Space #2, children’s artwork of Santa Claus faces was displayed using pom-pom noses. In Space #3, where children one year of age are enrolled had children’s artwork displayed of Reindeer with a pom-pom nose and wiggly eyes, and a Santa Claus face with pom-pom noses. Pom-poms and wiggly eyes are considered hazardous materials. In Space #3, foam snowflakes cutouts were displayed. These materials were accessible to children three years of age and younger. .0604(q) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The emergency preparedness and response plan available for review was last updated on June 10, 2024. .0607(c) 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 January 5, 2026. 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 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 An unannounced visit will be made in the near future to verify correction of violations. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Outlets: -The Lead Teacher placed a safety plug in the electrical outlet during the visit. I suggested that you monitor all licensed space throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets not in use are covered with a safety plug. This violation was corrected during the visit. Electrical Fans: I discussed with you and staff that electric fans shall be mounted out of the reach of children or shall be fitted with a mesh guard to prevent access by children. This violation was corrected during the visit. -Required Documentation on Incident Reports/Incident Report in Children’s File: I discussed with you that a completed incident report must be kept in the child’s file and be available for review. I suggested that when completing the incident log then a copy of the incident report is placed in the child’s file. We also discussed the information required by rule for incident reports and suggested that you review incident report requirements with all staff. I suggested that you review all incident reports once received to ensure all required information is obtained. This will allow you to gather any missing information from staff to be recorded prior to filing. Child care rule .0802(e) states the child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or a parent signature declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. Feeding Plans- I discussed with you that feeding plans for children under fifteen months of age must be posted in the child’s classroom for reference and must be modified as the child's needs change. I suggested that you monitor classrooms for children under fifteen months of age at least weekly to ensure the feeding plans are posted for reference. The infant feeding plan can be found on the DCDEE Provider’s Documents and Forms page for child care centers. The link to the feeding plan is ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/I/Infant_Feeding_Plan_CC.pdf?ver=KBEFuFrhiwPFn88YFEHAmA%3d%3d. Toys with Small Parts/Hazardous Art Materials for Children 3 years of Age and Younger: Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging, small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I also suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. I also suggested contacting Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for technical assistance on appropriate toys and materials by age group. Daily Schedule: I discussed with you that each classroom must have a daily schedule posted and available for review. I suggested reviewing with staff on the required documents that must be posted in each classroom and conduct a walk-through weekly to ensure documents are posted. Playground Fence in Poor Repair: I suggested that weekly checks of fencing be conducted to ensure that there are no hazards that could cause injury to children. I also suggested that when playground inspections are conducted monthly that playground fences are checked and documents on the inspection report at this time. Activity Plans/Activity Centers: I discussed with you and staff on conduct a walk-through of the indoor environments to ensure the required materials are accessible to children daily. We also discussed what specific activities, such as sand/water, and music must be documented on activity plans. I discussed that activity plans need to have more specific activities listed, not just materials and activities, such as flash cards as a whole group activity, and Legos in fine motor play. I suggested contacting Tina Williams, Child Care Connections for technical assistance with activity plans. Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: I discussed with you that the EPR plan must be updated as changes occur, such as hiring new staff or when enrollment changes. The EPR plan must be updated on the Emergency Management Portal. The link the template is https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/#. Documenting Screen Time: I discussed with you and staff that if children are engaging in screentime as an activity, it must be logged onto the screentime log sheet and have an educational purpose. The screen log document can be found on the DCDEE Provider Documents/Forms page. The link is nncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/S/Screen_Time_Log.pdf?ver=-MlyZ0xCl7WjlH3OrWFQXQ%3d%3d ‘Indoor/Outdoor Area- -Per Child Care Requirement 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), you must monitor indoor and outdoor areas prior to children utilizing the playground to ensure debris and broken equipment is discarded. I suggested that each staff member or a designated staff member monitor classrooms and playgrounds each morning to discard trash and any broken items before children arrive or access the playground. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Consultation: The ABCMS provider portal facility roster should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401. We reviewed Pathway #1, #2, and #3, Family and Community Engagement Foundational Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement, approved curriculum, formative assessment tools, and staff to child ratio options. I encouraged you to review this information more thoroughly by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. -I suggested that you review Environment Rating Scale information and resources at www.ncrlap.org for the following assessments: (select the following that would apply to this facility) ITERS-3 and ECERS-3. DCDEE of Approved Curriculum and Formative Assessments. Links for Resources Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2025-26_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=nTlQx5bnC-hpS8w9Fxl6XA%3d%3d -Reach out to your local Resource and Referral Agency for additional technical assistance and support. Child Care Connections of Cleveland County at (704) 487-7397. . You stated that you will need more time to decide on which Pathway you will follow for your facility’s upcoming rated license reassessment. A Quality Rating Improvement System Conversation Plan was completed during today’s visit. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: During naptime, I conducted a walkthrough of each classroom to observe naptime. I discussed this with you and staff during the visit today and offered suggestions on providing a safe environment during naptime. We discussed that naptime in the classrooms is not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided to allow staff to supervise and/or offer aid to a child if needed -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at Tiffani.Sims@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/22/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/22/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 05:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. Tammy McGalliard, Supervisor, assisted me during today’s visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. The last annual compliance visit was conducted January 9, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%) as of December 22, 2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 6, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on January 24, 2025, for daytime care only. The most recent fire drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 3:10pm and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 10:55am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on December 11, 2025 by Sherry Johnson. You stated one (1) new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit that was conducted on January 9, 2025. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 22, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I visited each indoor and outdoor space. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in art activities, indoor free play, hand washing, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #1 were observed during art activities, outdoor gross motor play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #2 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #3 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was September 12, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. Files for one (1) new staff, one (1) existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. A sample of three (3) children’s records were reviewed. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #2, a daily schedule was not posted and available for review. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. In Space #3, screen time is used and the time is not logged. The documentation was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. In Space #3, one child one year and one month of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have available for review and was not posted the required feeding schedule. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. On Playground Space #2, the back fence was in poor repair and accessible to children. The bottom of the fence had wires protruding and exposed that could cause injury to children. .0601(c) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #2, in the book area, a lighted Christmas tree was plugged in with an exposed outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In the dining room, two electrical fans were plugged in, but not in use, and were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, two years of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on the incident report dated March 10, 2025. The missing information included the witness to the incident, and the incident report was not available for review in the child’s file In One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 17, 2025, incident report. The missing information included location of the incident, piece of equipment, and date/time parents were contacted. One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 20, 2025, incident report. The missing information included piece of equipment. .0802 (e) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the Outdoor Gross Motor Space # 3, it was observed broken toys/equipment with sharp edges were accessible to children. The broken equipment was a teal and yellow climber with cracked place on the platform. A blue sand/water table missing three legs. A gray child’s chair with a cracked seat, and a toy box used as a sandbox without a lid for cover. On Playground Space #2, there was frozen ice on the roller coaster ramp, a faded gray riding car had jagged edges, no handlebars on blue motorcycle and blue sailboat, and two red trucks with cracked places. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 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 #2, in the block area fifty-two matchbox types of vehicles with small parts were accessible in a classroom caring for children three years of age and two years of age. Also in Space #2, children’s artwork of Santa Claus faces was displayed using pom-pom noses. In Space #3, where children one year of age are enrolled had children’s artwork displayed of Reindeer with a pom-pom nose and wiggly eyes, and a Santa Claus face with pom-pom noses. Pom-poms and wiggly eyes are considered hazardous materials. In Space #3, foam snowflakes cutouts were displayed. These materials were accessible to children three years of age and younger. .0604(q) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The emergency preparedness and response plan available for review was last updated on June 10, 2024. .0607(c) 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 January 5, 2026. 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 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 An unannounced visit will be made in the near future to verify correction of violations. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Outlets: -The Lead Teacher placed a safety plug in the electrical outlet during the visit. I suggested that you monitor all licensed space throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets not in use are covered with a safety plug. This violation was corrected during the visit. Electrical Fans: I discussed with you and staff that electric fans shall be mounted out of the reach of children or shall be fitted with a mesh guard to prevent access by children. This violation was corrected during the visit. -Required Documentation on Incident Reports/Incident Report in Children’s File: I discussed with you that a completed incident report must be kept in the child’s file and be available for review. I suggested that when completing the incident log then a copy of the incident report is placed in the child’s file. We also discussed the information required by rule for incident reports and suggested that you review incident report requirements with all staff. I suggested that you review all incident reports once received to ensure all required information is obtained. This will allow you to gather any missing information from staff to be recorded prior to filing. Child care rule .0802(e) states the child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or a parent signature declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. Feeding Plans- I discussed with you that feeding plans for children under fifteen months of age must be posted in the child’s classroom for reference and must be modified as the child's needs change. I suggested that you monitor classrooms for children under fifteen months of age at least weekly to ensure the feeding plans are posted for reference. The infant feeding plan can be found on the DCDEE Provider’s Documents and Forms page for child care centers. The link to the feeding plan is ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/I/Infant_Feeding_Plan_CC.pdf?ver=KBEFuFrhiwPFn88YFEHAmA%3d%3d. Toys with Small Parts/Hazardous Art Materials for Children 3 years of Age and Younger: Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging, small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I also suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. I also suggested contacting Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for technical assistance on appropriate toys and materials by age group. Daily Schedule: I discussed with you that each classroom must have a daily schedule posted and available for review. I suggested reviewing with staff on the required documents that must be posted in each classroom and conduct a walk-through weekly to ensure documents are posted. Playground Fence in Poor Repair: I suggested that weekly checks of fencing be conducted to ensure that there are no hazards that could cause injury to children. I also suggested that when playground inspections are conducted monthly that playground fences are checked and documents on the inspection report at this time. Activity Plans/Activity Centers: I discussed with you and staff on conduct a walk-through of the indoor environments to ensure the required materials are accessible to children daily. We also discussed what specific activities, such as sand/water, and music must be documented on activity plans. I discussed that activity plans need to have more specific activities listed, not just materials and activities, such as flash cards as a whole group activity, and Legos in fine motor play. I suggested contacting Tina Williams, Child Care Connections for technical assistance with activity plans. Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: I discussed with you that the EPR plan must be updated as changes occur, such as hiring new staff or when enrollment changes. The EPR plan must be updated on the Emergency Management Portal. The link the template is https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/#. Documenting Screen Time: I discussed with you and staff that if children are engaging in screentime as an activity, it must be logged onto the screentime log sheet and have an educational purpose. The screen log document can be found on the DCDEE Provider Documents/Forms page. The link is nncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/S/Screen_Time_Log.pdf?ver=-MlyZ0xCl7WjlH3OrWFQXQ%3d%3d ‘Indoor/Outdoor Area- -Per Child Care Requirement 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), you must monitor indoor and outdoor areas prior to children utilizing the playground to ensure debris and broken equipment is discarded. I suggested that each staff member or a designated staff member monitor classrooms and playgrounds each morning to discard trash and any broken items before children arrive or access the playground. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Consultation: The ABCMS provider portal facility roster should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401. We reviewed Pathway #1, #2, and #3, Family and Community Engagement Foundational Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement, approved curriculum, formative assessment tools, and staff to child ratio options. I encouraged you to review this information more thoroughly by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. -I suggested that you review Environment Rating Scale information and resources at www.ncrlap.org for the following assessments: (select the following that would apply to this facility) ITERS-3 and ECERS-3. DCDEE of Approved Curriculum and Formative Assessments. Links for Resources Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2025-26_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=nTlQx5bnC-hpS8w9Fxl6XA%3d%3d -Reach out to your local Resource and Referral Agency for additional technical assistance and support. Child Care Connections of Cleveland County at (704) 487-7397. . You stated that you will need more time to decide on which Pathway you will follow for your facility’s upcoming rated license reassessment. A Quality Rating Improvement System Conversation Plan was completed during today’s visit. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: During naptime, I conducted a walkthrough of each classroom to observe naptime. I discussed this with you and staff during the visit today and offered suggestions on providing a safe environment during naptime. We discussed that naptime in the classrooms is not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided to allow staff to supervise and/or offer aid to a child if needed -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at Tiffani.Sims@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/22/2025 Number Present: 15 Completed Date: 12/22/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 425 Time In: 10:40 AM Time Out: 05:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an annual compliance visit, including health and safety. Tammy McGalliard, Supervisor, assisted me during today’s visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. The last annual compliance visit was conducted January 9, 2025. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%) as of December 22, 2025. The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on October 6, 2025. A superior sanitation classification was issued with four (4) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent approved fire inspection for your facility was conducted on January 24, 2025, for daytime care only. The most recent fire drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 3:10pm and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on December 11, 2025, at 10:55am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on December 11, 2025 by Sherry Johnson. You stated one (1) new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit that was conducted on January 9, 2025. The Secretary of State website was checked on December 22, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. I visited each indoor and outdoor space. A walk-through of the facility was completed today; all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in the indoor learning environment and found supervision and staff/child ratios to be in compliance. Children throughout the facility were participating in art activities, indoor free play, hand washing, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #1 were observed during art activities, outdoor gross motor play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #2 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. Children in Space #3 were observed during indoor free play, lunch, and nap. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The analysis date for the most recent lead water test was September 12, 2024. Lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your facilities results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was exempt from the lead-based paint assessment requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1978 and no lead-based paint was used in order to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C.1004. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids™ team determined that Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc was exempt from asbestos inspection requirements. The facility provided the appropriate documentation to show all buildings were built after 1988 to meet the building age exemption criteria per 10A NCAC 41C .1003. No additional action is required by the facility. You provided me with applicable program, staff, and children’s records for review. Files for one (1) new staff, one (1) existing staff, and applicable records for all staff were reviewed. All staff were listed on the ABCMS Provider Portal roster for this facility. A sample of three (3) children’s records were reviewed. Violations observed today were discussed with you and documented in the Visit Summary left with you at the conclusion of this visit. The following violations were observed: Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In Space #2, a daily schedule was not posted and available for review. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 524 When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. In Space #3, screen time is used and the time is not logged. The documentation was not available for review. .0510(d)(2)(A-C) 540 An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. In Space #3, one child one year and one month of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, did not have available for review and was not posted the required feeding schedule. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. On Playground Space #2, the back fence was in poor repair and accessible to children. The bottom of the fence had wires protruding and exposed that could cause injury to children. .0601(c) 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #2, in the book area, a lighted Christmas tree was plugged in with an exposed outlet. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) 813 Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access. In the dining room, two electrical fans were plugged in, but not in use, and were accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(d) 852 Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, two years of age enrolled on August 18, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on the incident report dated March 10, 2025. The missing information included the witness to the incident, and the incident report was not available for review in the child’s file In One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 17, 2025, incident report. The missing information included location of the incident, piece of equipment, and date/time parents were contacted. One child, two years and four months of age enrolled on August 8, 2025, had missing information that was not documented on October 20, 2025, incident report. The missing information included piece of equipment. .0802 (e) 856 The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In the Outdoor Gross Motor Space # 3, it was observed broken toys/equipment with sharp edges were accessible to children. The broken equipment was a teal and yellow climber with cracked place on the platform. A blue sand/water table missing three legs. A gray child’s chair with a cracked seat, and a toy box used as a sandbox without a lid for cover. On Playground Space #2, there was frozen ice on the roller coaster ramp, a faded gray riding car had jagged edges, no handlebars on blue motorcycle and blue sailboat, and two red trucks with cracked places. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) 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 #2, in the block area fifty-two matchbox types of vehicles with small parts were accessible in a classroom caring for children three years of age and two years of age. Also in Space #2, children’s artwork of Santa Claus faces was displayed using pom-pom noses. In Space #3, where children one year of age are enrolled had children’s artwork displayed of Reindeer with a pom-pom nose and wiggly eyes, and a Santa Claus face with pom-pom noses. Pom-poms and wiggly eyes are considered hazardous materials. In Space #3, foam snowflakes cutouts were displayed. These materials were accessible to children three years of age and younger. .0604(q) 1812 The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division. The emergency preparedness and response plan available for review was last updated on June 10, 2024. .0607(c) 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 January 5, 2026. 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 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 will be conducted. Mail or email the information to: Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 If you email the compliance letter, it must be sent from the email address registered with the DCDEE (this serves as your signature) and the following information must be included: name, position, facility name, and facility ID number. An example is: Jane Doe, Administrator AAA Child Care ID # 12345678 An unannounced visit will be made in the near future to verify correction of violations. Technical Assistance was provided on the following: Outlets: -The Lead Teacher placed a safety plug in the electrical outlet during the visit. I suggested that you monitor all licensed space throughout the day to ensure all electrical outlets not in use are covered with a safety plug. This violation was corrected during the visit. Electrical Fans: I discussed with you and staff that electric fans shall be mounted out of the reach of children or shall be fitted with a mesh guard to prevent access by children. This violation was corrected during the visit. -Required Documentation on Incident Reports/Incident Report in Children’s File: I discussed with you that a completed incident report must be kept in the child’s file and be available for review. I suggested that when completing the incident log then a copy of the incident report is placed in the child’s file. We also discussed the information required by rule for incident reports and suggested that you review incident report requirements with all staff. I suggested that you review all incident reports once received to ensure all required information is obtained. This will allow you to gather any missing information from staff to be recorded prior to filing. Child care rule .0802(e) states the child care provider shall complete an incident report each time a child is injured as a result of an incident occurring while the child is in care. This incident report shall include: (1) facility identifying information; (2) the child's name; (3) date and time of the incident; (4) witness to the incident; (5) time the parent is notified of the incident and by whom; (6) piece of equipment involved, if applicable; (7) cause of injury, if applicable; (8) type of injury, if applicable; (9) body part injured, if applicable; (10) where the child received medical treatment, if applicable; (11) description of how and where the incident occurred, and the First Aid received; and (12) steps taken to prevent reoccurrence. This report shall be signed by the person completing it and by the parent, a copy given to the parent or a parent signature declining a copy and the report maintained in the child's file. A copy of the form may be found on the Division's website at http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/pdf_forms/DCDEE-0058.pdf. Feeding Plans- I discussed with you that feeding plans for children under fifteen months of age must be posted in the child’s classroom for reference and must be modified as the child's needs change. I suggested that you monitor classrooms for children under fifteen months of age at least weekly to ensure the feeding plans are posted for reference. The infant feeding plan can be found on the DCDEE Provider’s Documents and Forms page for child care centers. The link to the feeding plan is ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/I/Infant_Feeding_Plan_CC.pdf?ver=KBEFuFrhiwPFn88YFEHAmA%3d%3d. Toys with Small Parts/Hazardous Art Materials for Children 3 years of Age and Younger: Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging, small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I also suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. I also suggested contacting Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for technical assistance on appropriate toys and materials by age group. Daily Schedule: I discussed with you that each classroom must have a daily schedule posted and available for review. I suggested reviewing with staff on the required documents that must be posted in each classroom and conduct a walk-through weekly to ensure documents are posted. Playground Fence in Poor Repair: I suggested that weekly checks of fencing be conducted to ensure that there are no hazards that could cause injury to children. I also suggested that when playground inspections are conducted monthly that playground fences are checked and documents on the inspection report at this time. Activity Plans/Activity Centers: I discussed with you and staff on conduct a walk-through of the indoor environments to ensure the required materials are accessible to children daily. We also discussed what specific activities, such as sand/water, and music must be documented on activity plans. I discussed that activity plans need to have more specific activities listed, not just materials and activities, such as flash cards as a whole group activity, and Legos in fine motor play. I suggested contacting Tina Williams, Child Care Connections for technical assistance with activity plans. Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan: I discussed with you that the EPR plan must be updated as changes occur, such as hiring new staff or when enrollment changes. The EPR plan must be updated on the Emergency Management Portal. The link the template is https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/#. Documenting Screen Time: I discussed with you and staff that if children are engaging in screentime as an activity, it must be logged onto the screentime log sheet and have an educational purpose. The screen log document can be found on the DCDEE Provider Documents/Forms page. The link is nncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/S/Screen_Time_Log.pdf?ver=-MlyZ0xCl7WjlH3OrWFQXQ%3d%3d ‘Indoor/Outdoor Area- -Per Child Care Requirement 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p), you must monitor indoor and outdoor areas prior to children utilizing the playground to ensure debris and broken equipment is discarded. I suggested that each staff member or a designated staff member monitor classrooms and playgrounds each morning to discard trash and any broken items before children arrive or access the playground. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Consultation: The ABCMS provider portal facility roster should be updated in ABCMS on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401. We reviewed Pathway #1, #2, and #3, Family and Community Engagement Foundational Practices, Continuous Quality Improvement, approved curriculum, formative assessment tools, and staff to child ratio options. I encouraged you to review this information more thoroughly by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization. -I suggested that you review Environment Rating Scale information and resources at www.ncrlap.org for the following assessments: (select the following that would apply to this facility) ITERS-3 and ECERS-3. DCDEE of Approved Curriculum and Formative Assessments. Links for Resources Approved Curriculum: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/Curriculum Child Care Commission Approved Formative Assessments: http://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Portals/0/documents/pdf/2/2025-26_Approved_EC_Formative_Assessments.pdf?ver=nTlQx5bnC-hpS8w9Fxl6XA%3d%3d -Reach out to your local Resource and Referral Agency for additional technical assistance and support. Child Care Connections of Cleveland County at (704) 487-7397. . You stated that you will need more time to decide on which Pathway you will follow for your facility’s upcoming rated license reassessment. A Quality Rating Improvement System Conversation Plan was completed during today’s visit. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: During naptime, I conducted a walkthrough of each classroom to observe naptime. I discussed this with you and staff during the visit today and offered suggestions on providing a safe environment during naptime. We discussed that naptime in the classrooms is not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided to allow staff to supervise and/or offer aid to a child if needed -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the "What's New" tab for important updates impacting child care in North Carolina. Thank you for your time and assistance today. If you have any questions about today’s visit, please contact me or my supervisor, Tammy McGalliard Tammy.McGalliard@dhhs.nc.gov . If I can be of further assistance, you may contact me at Tiffani.Sims@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

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/23/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 7/23/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety for a routine unannounced visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on July 23, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. Staff and children were observed during indoor free play, table toys, lunch, and naptime. Inspections/Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was completed on January 24, 2025. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 21, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with six (6) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire drill was conducted on July 11, 2025, at 9:28am and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on June 12, 2025, at 10:10am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on June 26, 2025. You stated one new staff has been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January 9, 2025. Their file was reviewed during today's visit and verified with the staff and training worksheet that was available for review. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation of child care requirements was observed and documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, in a unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing station and was accessible to children two years of age with a written warning keep out of reach of young children, were one (1) plastic package of Hello Bello diaper wipes, (2) plastic packages of Parent Choice Gentle Clean diaper wipes, one (1) plastic package of Huggies Simply Clean diaper wipes, and one (1) plastic package of Member’s Choice diaper wipes. .0604(q) Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit: Choking Hazards-Plastic Wipe Containers with Written Warnings We discussed child care rule reference 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) which states that plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging (diapers/diaper wipes), small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is required. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-eight percent (98%). Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Consultation: -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. For more information on the new QRIS system, please visit the DCDEE website, homepage click the What’s new Tab and click onto the QRIS System link. We discussed the three different pathways available through the new QRIS System and the resources available for review on the DCDEE website. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: We discussed naptime classroom environment. I discussed with you and staff during the visit today that the naptime classrooms are not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided in the classroom to allow staff to supervise and/or offer assistance to a child if needed. I also discussed that naptime music should not be so loud that staff are unable to hear children in case assistance is needed. I reviewed with you the child care rules concerning safe environment and supervision. I observed each classroom during naptime and offered suggestions concerning this issue. Child Care Rule References: 10A NCAC 09 .1801 SUPERVISION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Children shall be adequately supervised at all times in child care centers. Adequate supervision shall mean that: (1) staff must be positioned in the indoor and outdoor environment to maximize their ability to hear or see the children at all times and render assistance; (2) staff must interact with the children while moving about the indoor or outdoor area; (3) staff must know where each child is located and be aware of the children's activities at all times; (4) staff must provide supervision appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of each child; 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT All child care centers shall provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for the children in care. -Provider Access to ABCMS On July 22, 2025, I reviewed the information available on the ABCMS Portal System for your facility. The information available for review showed that you created a business account for your facility and had linked current staff to your ABCMS Portal account. I reviewed the roster to the staff and training worksheet you had available for review for accuracy. I reminded you to update the ABCMS Portal if new staff are hired or if staff are terminated. Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments We discussed the test result that were available for review on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website for lead testing water testing, lead-based paint testing, and asbestos testing for your facility. The lead water testing results were completed on September 12, 2024. On July 22, 2025, I checked the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, and it stated that your facility had no results available for review for lead-based paint or asbestos testing. I discussed this matter with you. You stated that you will be contacting The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to get clarification on what documentation that needs to be submitted to complete this task. I reminded you that this needs to be completed as soon as possible and if it is not then violations may be cited during the next visit. I also reminded you that lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Additional training and resources on the ECERS-3 can be found on the NC Rated License Assessment Project website www.ncrlap.ogr. -How to Access Health and Safety Training on DCDEE Moodle I have provided information and on how to access CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care trainings on Moodle: 1. If you can log into Moodle with your MyNCID but need support with completing CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care training, use this contact form: healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form If you cannot log into Moodle, try visiting https://myncid.nc.gov/ for technical support unlocking or resetting your NCID password. 2. If you still cannot access Moodle, one alternative to completing the CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care Trainings or Medication in Child Care training on Moodle is to contact a primary Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for training options: healthychildcare.unc.edu/find-a-cchc. However, while CCHCs have the ability to provide CCDF trainings equivalent to what is available in Moodle, their capacity is dependent on their current working priorities. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/23/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 7/23/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety for a routine unannounced visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on July 23, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. Staff and children were observed during indoor free play, table toys, lunch, and naptime. Inspections/Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was completed on January 24, 2025. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 21, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with six (6) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire drill was conducted on July 11, 2025, at 9:28am and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on June 12, 2025, at 10:10am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on June 26, 2025. You stated one new staff has been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January 9, 2025. Their file was reviewed during today's visit and verified with the staff and training worksheet that was available for review. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation of child care requirements was observed and documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, in a unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing station and was accessible to children two years of age with a written warning keep out of reach of young children, were one (1) plastic package of Hello Bello diaper wipes, (2) plastic packages of Parent Choice Gentle Clean diaper wipes, one (1) plastic package of Huggies Simply Clean diaper wipes, and one (1) plastic package of Member’s Choice diaper wipes. .0604(q) Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit: Choking Hazards-Plastic Wipe Containers with Written Warnings We discussed child care rule reference 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) which states that plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging (diapers/diaper wipes), small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is required. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-eight percent (98%). Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Consultation: -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. For more information on the new QRIS system, please visit the DCDEE website, homepage click the What’s new Tab and click onto the QRIS System link. We discussed the three different pathways available through the new QRIS System and the resources available for review on the DCDEE website. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: We discussed naptime classroom environment. I discussed with you and staff during the visit today that the naptime classrooms are not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided in the classroom to allow staff to supervise and/or offer assistance to a child if needed. I also discussed that naptime music should not be so loud that staff are unable to hear children in case assistance is needed. I reviewed with you the child care rules concerning safe environment and supervision. I observed each classroom during naptime and offered suggestions concerning this issue. Child Care Rule References: 10A NCAC 09 .1801 SUPERVISION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Children shall be adequately supervised at all times in child care centers. Adequate supervision shall mean that: (1) staff must be positioned in the indoor and outdoor environment to maximize their ability to hear or see the children at all times and render assistance; (2) staff must interact with the children while moving about the indoor or outdoor area; (3) staff must know where each child is located and be aware of the children's activities at all times; (4) staff must provide supervision appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of each child; 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT All child care centers shall provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for the children in care. -Provider Access to ABCMS On July 22, 2025, I reviewed the information available on the ABCMS Portal System for your facility. The information available for review showed that you created a business account for your facility and had linked current staff to your ABCMS Portal account. I reviewed the roster to the staff and training worksheet you had available for review for accuracy. I reminded you to update the ABCMS Portal if new staff are hired or if staff are terminated. Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments We discussed the test result that were available for review on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website for lead testing water testing, lead-based paint testing, and asbestos testing for your facility. The lead water testing results were completed on September 12, 2024. On July 22, 2025, I checked the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, and it stated that your facility had no results available for review for lead-based paint or asbestos testing. I discussed this matter with you. You stated that you will be contacting The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to get clarification on what documentation that needs to be submitted to complete this task. I reminded you that this needs to be completed as soon as possible and if it is not then violations may be cited during the next visit. I also reminded you that lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Additional training and resources on the ECERS-3 can be found on the NC Rated License Assessment Project website www.ncrlap.ogr. -How to Access Health and Safety Training on DCDEE Moodle I have provided information and on how to access CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care trainings on Moodle: 1. If you can log into Moodle with your MyNCID but need support with completing CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care training, use this contact form: healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form If you cannot log into Moodle, try visiting https://myncid.nc.gov/ for technical support unlocking or resetting your NCID password. 2. If you still cannot access Moodle, one alternative to completing the CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care Trainings or Medication in Child Care training on Moodle is to contact a primary Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for training options: healthychildcare.unc.edu/find-a-cchc. However, while CCHCs have the ability to provide CCDF trainings equivalent to what is available in Moodle, their capacity is dependent on their current working priorities. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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 .1801 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/23/2025 Number Present: 20 Completed Date: 7/23/2025 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 195 Time In: 11:30 AM Time Out: 02:45 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety for a routine unannounced visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on July 23, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc. is current and active. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. Staff and children were observed during indoor free play, table toys, lunch, and naptime. Inspections/Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was completed on January 24, 2025. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was completed on March 21, 2025. A “superior” classification was issued with six (6) demerits noted on the grade card. The most recent fire drill was conducted on July 11, 2025, at 9:28am and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on June 12, 2025, at 10:10am and recorded. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on June 26, 2025. You stated one new staff has been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January 9, 2025. Their file was reviewed during today's visit and verified with the staff and training worksheet that was available for review. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation of child care requirements was observed and documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 858 Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, in a unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing station and was accessible to children two years of age with a written warning keep out of reach of young children, were one (1) plastic package of Hello Bello diaper wipes, (2) plastic packages of Parent Choice Gentle Clean diaper wipes, one (1) plastic package of Huggies Simply Clean diaper wipes, and one (1) plastic package of Member’s Choice diaper wipes. .0604(q) Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit: Choking Hazards-Plastic Wipe Containers with Written Warnings We discussed child care rule reference 10A NCAC 09 .0604 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) which states that plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed must be inaccessible to children under three years of age. I suggested that administrative staff monitor all classrooms for children under three years of age daily to ensure plastic grocery bags, plastic packaging (diapers/diaper wipes), small toys, small art supplies, and other potential choking hazards are inaccessible to children or removed from the classroom. I suggested that you review safety requirements with all staff members individually and during an upcoming staff meeting. I suggested that you create a daily safety checklist for staff to utilize each day to ensure a safe environment. Violation was corrected during the visit and no compliance letter is required. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-eight percent (98%). Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Consultation: -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. For more information on the new QRIS system, please visit the DCDEE website, homepage click the What’s new Tab and click onto the QRIS System link. We discussed the three different pathways available through the new QRIS System and the resources available for review on the DCDEE website. -Safe Environment/Supervision During Naptime: We discussed naptime classroom environment. I discussed with you and staff during the visit today that the naptime classrooms are not allowed to be pitch dark and that lighting should be provided in the classroom to allow staff to supervise and/or offer assistance to a child if needed. I also discussed that naptime music should not be so loud that staff are unable to hear children in case assistance is needed. I reviewed with you the child care rules concerning safe environment and supervision. I observed each classroom during naptime and offered suggestions concerning this issue. Child Care Rule References: 10A NCAC 09 .1801 SUPERVISION IN CHILD CARE CENTERS Children shall be adequately supervised at all times in child care centers. Adequate supervision shall mean that: (1) staff must be positioned in the indoor and outdoor environment to maximize their ability to hear or see the children at all times and render assistance; (2) staff must interact with the children while moving about the indoor or outdoor area; (3) staff must know where each child is located and be aware of the children's activities at all times; (4) staff must provide supervision appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of each child; 10A NCAC 09 .0601 SAFE ENVIRONMENT All child care centers shall provide a safe indoor and outdoor environment for the children in care. -Provider Access to ABCMS On July 22, 2025, I reviewed the information available on the ABCMS Portal System for your facility. The information available for review showed that you created a business account for your facility and had linked current staff to your ABCMS Portal account. I reviewed the roster to the staff and training worksheet you had available for review for accuracy. I reminded you to update the ABCMS Portal if new staff are hired or if staff are terminated. Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments We discussed the test result that were available for review on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website for lead testing water testing, lead-based paint testing, and asbestos testing for your facility. The lead water testing results were completed on September 12, 2024. On July 22, 2025, I checked the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, and it stated that your facility had no results available for review for lead-based paint or asbestos testing. I discussed this matter with you. You stated that you will be contacting The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to get clarification on what documentation that needs to be submitted to complete this task. I reminded you that this needs to be completed as soon as possible and if it is not then violations may be cited during the next visit. I also reminded you that lead water testing must be completed every three years. You may review your results by visiting https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Additional training and resources on the ECERS-3 can be found on the NC Rated License Assessment Project website www.ncrlap.ogr. -How to Access Health and Safety Training on DCDEE Moodle I have provided information and on how to access CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care trainings on Moodle: 1. If you can log into Moodle with your MyNCID but need support with completing CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care training, use this contact form: healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form If you cannot log into Moodle, try visiting https://myncid.nc.gov/ for technical support unlocking or resetting your NCID password. 2. If you still cannot access Moodle, one alternative to completing the CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care Trainings or Medication in Child Care training on Moodle is to contact a primary Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for training options: healthychildcare.unc.edu/find-a-cchc. However, while CCHCs have the ability to provide CCDF trainings equivalent to what is available in Moodle, their capacity is dependent on their current working priorities. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/9/2025 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 1/9/2025 Age: From 1 To 4 Total Minutes: 210 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 12:45 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced annual compliance visit was to monitor your compliance with all applicable child care requirements including health and safety requirements. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on January 8, 2025, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc., is active and in good standing. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify me, Tiffani Sims, at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location, or inherited. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. During today’s visit, the children were observed breakfast, indoor free play, teacher directed activities, music and movement. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was completed on February 1, 2024. The next fire inspection is due by February 1, 2025. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was completed on November 7, 2024. A “superior” classification was issued with six (6) demerits noted on the grade card. The next sanitation inspection needs to be completed by November 30, 2025. Emergency Drills/Playground Inspections: The last shelter in place emergency drill was completed on December 9, 2024, at 9:50am and recorded. The last playground inspection was completed on December 30, 2024. The last fire drill was completed on December 10, 2024, at 11:15am and recorded. A complete walkthrough of licensed indoor and outdoor spaces was conducted. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. Files Reviewed: Children’s files, program files, and staff files were monitored today. Three (3) children's files were reviewed during today’s visit. Two (2) staff files were reviewed today. I discussed the Staff and Training Worksheet and the Children’s Record form with you today. Both forms were completed and verified during the visit. The following violation was observed during the visit today. I discussed the violation with you in detail at the end of the visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On December 10, 2024, twenty-seven children’s departure times were not documented. On December 9, 2024, one child’s departure time was not documented. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit: -Arrival/Departure Times As a reminder, daily sign-in and sign-out times must be recorded when children arrive and depart the child care facility each day. I suggested creating a system and review with staff of the procedures of recording arrival and departure times. I also suggested as part of the classroom mid-day and closing procedures that staff check the arrival and departure sheets to ensure accurate records are documented. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-seven percent (97%). Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by January 23, 2025. Please include in that letter each item number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will 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. Consultation: -Provider Access to ABCMS North Carolina Child Care Providers can obtain access to the Provider Access to ABCMS after completing the Moodle training and completing the form afterward. Once you are logged in, you can access codes to allow your staff and applicants to create a connecting application to link themselves to your facility. The links include help documents to assist you. -Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training To access the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training, please review the following information: •This training does not use your NCID username and password •For this training providers must create a separate username and password for this course. •If you need further assistance, contact info@preventchildabusenc.org or call 919-829-8009. •The link to access Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training, is the following https://preventchildabusenc-lms.org/ -RaiseNC Toolkit and Other Resources: Raise your voice to Raise NC is a good resource for you and your staff to explore and download the full suite of easy-to-use educational and promotional materials, including flyers, social media posts, graphics, talking points and more. Whether you’re an organization or an individual, these materials are free and available on the website RaiseNC.nc.gov. The link is https://www.ncdhhs.gov/about/department-initiatives/raise-nc/toolkit. -Criminal Background Checks I answered your questions concerning staff criminal background checks and reminded you that two qualifying letters for staff will be expiring on January 30, 2025, and February 10, 2025. -Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Lead Testing: Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments We discussed the test result that were available for review on the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website for lead testing water testing, lead-based paint testing, and asbestos testing for your facility. The lead water testing results were completed on September 12, 2024. On January 6, 2025, I checked the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids website, and it stated that your facility had no results available for review for lead-based paint or asbestos testing. -Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan Help Request We discussed your issue of accessing the facility’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan from the Emergency Management Portal. You requested information on receiving help with your EPR Plan and access. I provided you with the following information. EPR Help Requests need to be emailed to DCDEE at dcdee.inservice.training@dhhs.nc.gov. To request EPR help, please call 919-814-6365. The more information you provide, the easier it is to transfer a plan. In the subject line of the email, indicate your request (i.e. Request to Transfer EPR Plan to New NCID). Provide the following information in the message body of the email: Old user’s email address and old user’s NCID username •New user’s email address and new users NCID username •Your contact information •EPR Plan title, facility name, and the city and county name for facility location -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. - Fire Inspection I reminded your next fire inspection is due by February 1, 2025. You stated that you have been in contact with the Fire Marshall’s office and reminded them of the approaching due date of your fire inspection. Please send me a copy of the completed fire inspection form within seven calendar days. -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Other Training Opportunities: The NC Rated License Assessment Project has free trainings available on their website. The link to their website is www.ncrlap.or. As a reminder staff should not take any trainings related to family child care homes (FCCERS-3). -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. -How to Access Health and Safety Training on DCDEE Moodle I have provided information and on how to access CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care trainings on Moodle: 1.If you can log into Moodle with your MyNCID but need support with completing CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care training, use this contact form: healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form If you cannot log into Moodle, try visiting https://myncid.nc.gov/ for technical support unlocking or resetting your NCID password. 2.If you still cannot access Moodle, one alternative to completing the CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care Trainings or Medication in Child Care training on Moodle is to contact a primary Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for training options: healthychildcare.unc.edu/find-a-cchc. However, while CCHCs have the ability to provide CCDF trainings equivalent to what is available in Moodle, their capacity is dependent on their current working priorities. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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 .0605 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/7/2024 Number Present: 22 Completed Date: 8/7/2024 Age: From 1 To 6 Total Minutes: 145 Time In: 09:15 AM Time Out: 11:40 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements, including health and safety for a routine unannounced visit. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me with the visit today. The Secretary of State website was checked on August 6, 2024, and your business Creative Kidz Preschool Inc., is active and not current as of July 8, 2024. Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, stated she was not aware of the North Carolina Department of Revenue facility’s not current status. You stated you were going to contact your accountant today to gather more information on this situation. I asked you to email me with updates concerning this issue. The facility currently operates with a 3-star rated license issued on June 3, 2019, earning four (4) points in staff education, two (2) points in the program standards, and one (1) quality point. The program's license restrictions include the following: daytime care, enhanced space, and 60 (sixty) children and six (6) adults in 24-hour period. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, and all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. Staff and children were observed during indoor and outdoor free play, breakfast, music and movements, and group time. Inspections/Drills: The most recent sanitation inspection for your facility was conducted on May 6, 2024. A superior sanitation classification was issued with eight (8) demerits noted on the grade card. The next sanitation inspection is due by May 30, 2025. The last fire inspection was completed on February 1, 2024. The next fire inspection is due by February 1, 2025. The most recent fire drill was conducted on July 11, 2024, at 9:48am and recorded. The most recent shelter in place emergency drill was conducted on June 14, 2024, at 10:36am. The most recent playground safety inspection was conducted on June 11, 2024. You stated no new staff have been hired since your most recent annual compliance visit conducted on January19, 2024. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violations of child care requirements were observed and documented during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Playground inspection form documentation for July 2024 was missing and was not available for review. .0605(q) Technical Assistance regarding the violations observed during today’s visit: Playground Inspections We discussed playground inspection forms must be completed monthly and kept on file fand made available for review. I have referenced Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0605 OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN CHILD CARE CENTERS (q) which states “…the checklist shall be signed by the person who conducts the inspection and shall be maintained for 12 months in the center's files for review by a representative of the Division”. I suggested writing on the calendar monthly a specific date on when to complete the playground inspections. An example would on the second Monday of each month you would write on the calendar and highlight the date as a reminder. Compliance Letter Documentation: The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. Send me a letter of compliance describing in detail specifically how each violation was corrected and how compliance will be maintained in the future. Include the violation item number, statement of compliance, date of the visit and license ID number in the letter. I must receive your compliance letter by August 21, 2024. Please send your compliance letter to Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date may result in an unannounced follow-up visit being conducted or an administrative action may be recommended. 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. Compliance History: You must maintain at least 75% Compliance History for each 18-month period as required. Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was ninety-eight percent (98%). Please note any violations cited during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. Repeated violations or violations left unresolved may lead to a recommended administrative action. Consultation: -Resuming Star Rated License Reassessment Information Hold harmless has been extended until the new QRIS system is implemented. Programs still have the option to choose to voluntarily complete the star rated license reassessment if they so desire. -Cicadas and Snakes Copperheads are prevalent right now due to all the cicadas emerging and may be found around bases of trees and at the base of playground slides -Natural Learning Initiative: The Green Desk (Resource) For natural learning environment resources, consider using The Green Desk that is provided by the Natural Learning Initiative. The Green Desk contains numerous resources meant to improve outdoor learning environments and promote health, natural child development, physical activity, and nature-based learning. To access this page, Go to www.naturalearning.org, hover on the link for ‘resources’, click on the link for ‘The Green Desk’. -Child Care Rule Effective January 1, 2024 Lead Testing: I discussed with you the results of the lead testing from the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids. Your facility has no result listed as completing the lead-paint and asbestos testing. Your facility’s lead water testing was last completed and reported on March 24, 2021. Your facilities lead testing is overdue and needed to be completed by July 1, 2024. You stated that you have completed the registration process at the beginning of the summer. I suggested that you contact Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids as soon as possible to discuss what your next steps are in order to complete the lead testing process for your facility. Child Care Rule .0601(f)- Safe Environments Rule Amendment- This rule was amended to include the specific requirements that child care centers must be free of asbestos hazards. This is in addition to the existing requirement that they be free of lead poisoning hazards. In addition to the updates to this rule, 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 and 15A NCAC 18A .2816 require all child care facilities (homes and centers) to test for lead in drinking, water, identify lead-based paint hazard, and mitigate or restrict access to identified hazards. The Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program is designed to identify and eliminate exposure to lead and asbestos hazards in building infrastructure, while providing child care facilities with the support needed to meet all rule requirements. The program is free, and the first step is to watch one of the pre-enrollment webinars, which are available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina or paste https://bit.ly/3CK-webinar -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. Another website for staff to earn on-going training hours is from the NC Rated License Assessment Project. Their website is www.ncrlap.org. Health and Safety Trainings: You asked me questions concerning completing the Health and Safety Trainings. I reminded you that Health and Safety trainings must be completed within one year of staff's employment and every five years thereafter. -How to Access Health and Safety Training on DCDEE Moodle I have provided information and on how to access CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care trainings on Moodle: 1. If you can log into Moodle with your MyNCID but need support with completing CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care or Medication in Child Care training, use this contact form: healthychildcare.unc.edu/contact-us-form If you cannot log into Moodle, try visiting https://myncid.nc.gov/ for technical support unlocking or resetting your NCID password. 2. If you still cannot access Moodle, one alternative to completing the CCDF Health and Safety in Child Care Trainings or Medication in Child Care training on Moodle is to contact a primary Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for training options: healthychildcare.unc.edu/find-a-cchc. However, while CCHCs have the ability to provide CCDF trainings equivalent to what is available in Moodle, their capacity is dependent on their current working priorities. -Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. I shared the following information with you on the Challenging Behaviors Helpline. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/8/2023 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 8/8/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit, including health and safety requirements. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me at today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a three-star license effective June 3, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including daytime care, meets enhanced space, and sixty (60) children, six (6) adults in 24 hours period. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on August 2, 2023, and Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was listed as current and active. Your reported no changes have been made. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was conducted on February 6, 2023. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was made on May 25, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with eight (8) demerits noted on the grade card. Emergency Drills/Playground Inspections: The last shelter in place drill was conducted on June 16, 2023, at 10:37am and recorded. The last playground inspection was completed on July 6, 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on July 21, 2023, at 10:56am and recorded. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to in compliance. The center's compliance history prior to today’s visit was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five percent (95%) as of August 7, 2023. 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. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation(s) were observed today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On August 2, 2023, one child’s departure time was not documented, on August 3, 2023, eighteen children’s departure times were not documented, on August 4, 2023, nineteen children’s departure times were not documented, and on August 7, 2023, twenty-two children’s departure time was not documented. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On Playground Space #2, the back gate, located at the end of the child care building, has an exposed and loose concrete footer at the bottom of the gate pole and is accessible to children. On Playground Space #2, a rain gutter, located at the end of the child care building, has a broken and cracked PVC drainpipe at the bottom of the rain gutter next to the ground and is accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by August 22, 2023. Please include in that letter each violation number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will 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 on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Times We discussed daily sign-in and sign-out times must be recorded when children arrive and depart the child care facility to ensure accurate records are kept. I suggested creating a system and review with staff of the procedures of recording sign-in and sign-out times daily to ensure accurate records are kept. Playground Hazards: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnon, on repairing the exposed concrete footer and loose gate pole, as well as, replacing the broken and cracked rain gutter. I suggested you review with staff when daily playground checks are made to make you aware of any hazards found on the playground. Consultation or other topics discussed today: -Plastics with Written Warnings: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnson, to check plastic packaging with the written warning keep out of reach of children needs to be made inaccessible in either locked storage and/or five feet off the ground to children under the age of three years old. - Safe Arrival and Departure Policy We discussed creating a safe arrival and departure policy specifically for the facility using the document found on the DCDEE Provider Forms tab as reference. -EPR Plan Updates: I reminded you that the EPR Plan needs to be updated annually. If no changes are required to the EPR plan, re-publish the EPR plan, and print the first page of the plan and place the updated page with your EPR plan for review. I recommended you that you contact Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for assistance. -Early Childhood Equivalency Exam The North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is a new pathway option comparable to a NC Early Childhood Credential. Applicants who achieve a score of 80% or higher on the NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam earn the new North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Certificate. This certificate is equivalent to a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential and will qualify the individual to be a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom. or more information, visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/north-carolina-early-childhood-equivalency-exam-now-available. -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Health and Safety Trainings We discussed due dates of when staff need to complete the required Health/Safety trainings. -Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Criminal Background Check Legislative Changes: The 2022-2023 Appropriations Bill (HB 103) signed by Governor Cooper on July 11, 2022, made two important changes to North Carolina General Statute 110-90-2 regarding child care Criminal Background Checks. 1. The period for background check qualification renewals was revised from three years to five years. 2. The provisional qualification period was reduced to forty-five days. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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 .0302 · Violation

Name of Operation: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/8/2023 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 8/8/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit, including health and safety requirements. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me at today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a three-star license effective June 3, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including daytime care, meets enhanced space, and sixty (60) children, six (6) adults in 24 hours period. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on August 2, 2023, and Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was listed as current and active. Your reported no changes have been made. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was conducted on February 6, 2023. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was made on May 25, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with eight (8) demerits noted on the grade card. Emergency Drills/Playground Inspections: The last shelter in place drill was conducted on June 16, 2023, at 10:37am and recorded. The last playground inspection was completed on July 6, 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on July 21, 2023, at 10:56am and recorded. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to in compliance. The center's compliance history prior to today’s visit was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five percent (95%) as of August 7, 2023. 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. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation(s) were observed today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On August 2, 2023, one child’s departure time was not documented, on August 3, 2023, eighteen children’s departure times were not documented, on August 4, 2023, nineteen children’s departure times were not documented, and on August 7, 2023, twenty-two children’s departure time was not documented. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On Playground Space #2, the back gate, located at the end of the child care building, has an exposed and loose concrete footer at the bottom of the gate pole and is accessible to children. On Playground Space #2, a rain gutter, located at the end of the child care building, has a broken and cracked PVC drainpipe at the bottom of the rain gutter next to the ground and is accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by August 22, 2023. Please include in that letter each violation number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will 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 on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Times We discussed daily sign-in and sign-out times must be recorded when children arrive and depart the child care facility to ensure accurate records are kept. I suggested creating a system and review with staff of the procedures of recording sign-in and sign-out times daily to ensure accurate records are kept. Playground Hazards: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnon, on repairing the exposed concrete footer and loose gate pole, as well as, replacing the broken and cracked rain gutter. I suggested you review with staff when daily playground checks are made to make you aware of any hazards found on the playground. Consultation or other topics discussed today: -Plastics with Written Warnings: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnson, to check plastic packaging with the written warning keep out of reach of children needs to be made inaccessible in either locked storage and/or five feet off the ground to children under the age of three years old. - Safe Arrival and Departure Policy We discussed creating a safe arrival and departure policy specifically for the facility using the document found on the DCDEE Provider Forms tab as reference. -EPR Plan Updates: I reminded you that the EPR Plan needs to be updated annually. If no changes are required to the EPR plan, re-publish the EPR plan, and print the first page of the plan and place the updated page with your EPR plan for review. I recommended you that you contact Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for assistance. -Early Childhood Equivalency Exam The North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is a new pathway option comparable to a NC Early Childhood Credential. Applicants who achieve a score of 80% or higher on the NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam earn the new North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Certificate. This certificate is equivalent to a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential and will qualify the individual to be a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom. or more information, visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/north-carolina-early-childhood-equivalency-exam-now-available. -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Health and Safety Trainings We discussed due dates of when staff need to complete the required Health/Safety trainings. -Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Criminal Background Check Legislative Changes: The 2022-2023 Appropriations Bill (HB 103) signed by Governor Cooper on July 11, 2022, made two important changes to North Carolina General Statute 110-90-2 regarding child care Criminal Background Checks. 1. The period for background check qualification renewals was revised from three years to five years. 2. The provisional qualification period was reduced to forty-five days. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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: CREATIVE KIDZ PRESCHOOL INC. Facility ID: 23000324 Consultant: TIFFANI SIMS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/8/2023 Number Present: 18 Completed Date: 8/8/2023 Age: From 1 To 7 Total Minutes: 230 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM 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 your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for a routine unannounced visit, including health and safety requirements. Upon arrival, the purpose of today’s visit was reviewed with you, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator. You, Sherry Johnson, Owner/Administrator, assisted me at today’s visit. Your program currently operates with a three-star license effective June 3, 2019. The permit restrictions were in compliance including daytime care, meets enhanced space, and sixty (60) children, six (6) adults in 24 hours period. The NC Secretary of State website was reviewed on August 2, 2023, and Creative Kidz Preschool, Inc. was listed as current and active. Your reported no changes have been made. Inspections/Emergency Drills: Fire Inspection: The last fire inspection was conducted on February 6, 2023. Sanitation Inspection: The last sanitation inspection was made on May 25, 2023. A “superior” classification was issued with eight (8) demerits noted on the grade card. Emergency Drills/Playground Inspections: The last shelter in place drill was conducted on June 16, 2023, at 10:37am and recorded. The last playground inspection was completed on July 6, 2023. The last fire drill was conducted on July 21, 2023, at 10:56am and recorded. A walk-through of the facility was completed today, all indoor and outdoor areas were monitored. I observed children in both the indoor and outdoor learning environments and found supervision and staff/child ratios to in compliance. The center's compliance history prior to today’s visit was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was ninety-five percent (95%) as of August 7, 2023. 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. Limited monitoring of staff files was conducted for the purpose of reviewing training regarding CPR/First Aid, EPR, Playground Safety, ITS-SIDS, Special Training including Health and Safety Training and Criminal Background Checks. The following violation(s) were observed today: Violation Number Comment Rule 125 Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. On August 2, 2023, one child’s departure time was not documented, on August 3, 2023, eighteen children’s departure times were not documented, on August 4, 2023, nineteen children’s departure times were not documented, and on August 7, 2023, twenty-two children’s departure time was not documented. 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On Playground Space #2, the back gate, located at the end of the child care building, has an exposed and loose concrete footer at the bottom of the gate pole and is accessible to children. On Playground Space #2, a rain gutter, located at the end of the child care building, has a broken and cracked PVC drainpipe at the bottom of the rain gutter next to the ground and is accessible to children. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) Compliance Letter: You must correct the violations found during today's visit immediately. Please send me a letter verifying compliance by August 22, 2023. Please include in that letter each violation number and explain in detail how you corrected each violation and what plan will be implemented to prevent these violations from occurring again. Please sign the letter, include your facility name, ID number, visit date and mail the letter to my mailing address below or email the letter to me at tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov Tiffani Sims PO Box 185 Glen Alpine, NC 28628 Failure to correct the violations and send the written statement by the due date listed above will 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 on violations was reviewed with you. Areas discussed included: Arrival/Departure Times We discussed daily sign-in and sign-out times must be recorded when children arrive and depart the child care facility to ensure accurate records are kept. I suggested creating a system and review with staff of the procedures of recording sign-in and sign-out times daily to ensure accurate records are kept. Playground Hazards: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnon, on repairing the exposed concrete footer and loose gate pole, as well as, replacing the broken and cracked rain gutter. I suggested you review with staff when daily playground checks are made to make you aware of any hazards found on the playground. Consultation or other topics discussed today: -Plastics with Written Warnings: I discussed with you, Sherry Johnson, to check plastic packaging with the written warning keep out of reach of children needs to be made inaccessible in either locked storage and/or five feet off the ground to children under the age of three years old. - Safe Arrival and Departure Policy We discussed creating a safe arrival and departure policy specifically for the facility using the document found on the DCDEE Provider Forms tab as reference. -EPR Plan Updates: I reminded you that the EPR Plan needs to be updated annually. If no changes are required to the EPR plan, re-publish the EPR plan, and print the first page of the plan and place the updated page with your EPR plan for review. I recommended you that you contact Child Care Connections of Cleveland County for assistance. -Early Childhood Equivalency Exam The North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Exam is a new pathway option comparable to a NC Early Childhood Credential. Applicants who achieve a score of 80% or higher on the NC Early Childhood Equivalency Exam earn the new North Carolina Early Childhood Equivalency Certificate. This certificate is equivalent to a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential and will qualify the individual to be a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom. or more information, visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/north-carolina-early-childhood-equivalency-exam-now-available. -On-going Trainings: Please visit Moodle on the DCDEE website to obtain necessary on-going training hours as required annually. -Health and Safety Trainings We discussed due dates of when staff need to complete the required Health/Safety trainings. -Challenging Behaviors Helpline by Healthy Social Behavior Project The Healthy Social Behavior Project is offering technical assistance with challenging behaviors to programs. Please see the link below for more information. Website Link: https://www.childcareresourcesinc.org/challenging-behaviors-helpline To speak to a Healthy Social Behavior Specialist, please contact the helpline at 1-888-600-1685 Option 1. -Moodle Support: The Division offers early childhood professionals a wide range of professional development opportunities through our online learning platform Moodle. As we continue expanding our training offerings, DCDEE has established a new email address and phone number for Moodle support. To get help with Moodle, email at DCDEE_Moodle_Support@dhhs.nc.gov or call (919) 814-6326. Criminal Background Check Legislative Changes: The 2022-2023 Appropriations Bill (HB 103) signed by Governor Cooper on July 11, 2022, made two important changes to North Carolina General Statute 110-90-2 regarding child care Criminal Background Checks. 1. The period for background check qualification renewals was revised from three years to five years. 2. The provisional qualification period was reduced to forty-five days. DCDEE Updates: What’s New Tab Please continue to visit DCDEE’s website to get the latest COVID-19 information for child care at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. This website enables you to view the entire Law and Child Care Requirements for North Carolina as well as download required forms. I encourage you to click on the “What’s New” tab for important updates impacting childcare in North Carolina. If I can be of assistance in the future, or if you have any questions about this visit, please feel free to contact me at Tiffani Sims; PO Box 185, Glen Alpine, NC 28628; (828) 417-1648; tiffani.sims@dhhs.nc.gov or my supervisor Tammy McGalliard at tammy.mcgalliard@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time today. We appreciate all you are doing to serve the children and families of North Carolina. 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