10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation

Name of Operation: WALLACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Facility ID: 31000280 Consultant: CARLA HANCHEY-EDWARDS Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/11/2025 Number Present: 11 Completed Date: 12/11/2025 Age: From 4 To 5 Total Minutes: 75 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 10:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. During today’s visit I completed a walk-through of the facility with the Administrator, Mr. S. LeRoux. The group size, supervision, ratio, capacity and approved space were in compliance. The restrictions, license and emergency care plan were posted. First Aid/CPR, storage of hazardous materials and the NC Child Care Summary of the Law were posted. I monitored the program requirements, furnishings and equipment, outdoor area, and medications. Upon arrival the children were observed playing in activity areas inside their classroom. The lunch menu for today met the meal pattern requirements. This program currently operates with a Letter of Compliance issued 9/29/23. Your last fire drill was completed 11/4/25 and your last monthly outdoor playground inspection was dated 11/4/25. Your last EPR drill was a lockdown completed 12/9/25. I reminded you that an EPR drill must be completed every three months. Please keep all documentation on file for review. Violation Number Comment Rule 812 Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In spaces #101 and #102 one electrical outlet was not covered with a safety plug in each classroom. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) Childcare licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy childcare environment. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to your type of program. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules at all times. The best way for you to make sure that you are meeting all requirements is to periodically review the childcare law and rules. The following violation was documented and corrected during today’s visit. Technical assistance regarding the following items were reviewed with you today. During today’s visit I discussed the Criminal background checks are due every five years and you can renew six months prior before the due date. I reminded you the health and safety trainings have been relocated from Pro-Solutions to Moodle on the DCDEE website and they are free of charge. I discussed various other training resources, including those online and in-person. Remember continuing professional development training provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills needed to provide a quality child care program. For the most up to date information, copies of sample forms, and copies of the child care requirements, you were encouraged to periodically visit the Division's website and click on the What’s New tab at www.ncchildcare.nc.gov Thank you for your time today. Please contact me at 910-824-0500 or email at carla.hanchey-edwards@dhhs.nc.gov if I may be of assistance. 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