Spanish FOR Fun! Waxhaw

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. V. Penalver and I shared the reason for the visit. She accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) star center license. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) shift care, meets enhanced ratios and children under two and one half (2 and ½) years old in rooms with direct exits only. Ownership: The facility owner is SFF! Waxhaw, LLC with SOSID# 3066266, which is active an current. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. All licensed spaces were observed including, open and closed classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 5/10/25 •Emergency drill was conducted on 5/22/26 •Fire inspection was completed on 11/5/2025, reach out to the fire marshall sixty (60) to thirty (30) days before your inspection is due for scheduling. •Playground inspection has not been completed. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/29/26 and received a Superior classification. •EPR manual was updated on 12/5/25 and was completed, more updates will need to be completed. •Incident logs and sheets were completed and up to date. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children in the room that serves infant aged children were participating in AM snack. Children in the room that serves toddler age children were transitioning from AM snack to free play. The children in the rooms that serve preschool and older aged children were transitioning from AM snack to circle learning time. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet has not been completed and today we reviewed where to locate the new sheets and information required. I did verify the qualifying letters of all staff I reviewed today and found them to be up to date and in compliance. There were eight classroom and administrative staff files and I reviewed four (4) files. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Children’s Records: Staff reported there were forty (40) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Four (4) children’s files were reviewed today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Medication: All emergency and other medications were reviewed today and were in compliance. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. The menu and allergy listing was posted and for lunch the children were having ground turkey with pasta shells, carrots, fruit and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The facility reported the do provide transportation but are not at this time. The registration and insurance were up to date and current. All required components were monitored and found in compliance excluding the front two (2) tires, which need to be replaced before the vehicle is used in the fall. As long as the mini-bus is not used this summer and the tires are replaced there is no violation. If this changes a violation will be added. Fourteen (14) violations were observed today and one (1) was corrected during the visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Upon arrival, a staff member opened a door to check who I was, and a child left the room as the teacher was shutting the door to allow me entrance. The child was in my sight and I did attempt to alert the teacher but she was to far away to hear me. The child was in a fenced area and this was for about thirty (30) seconds. .1801(a)(1-5) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space #6 (six) there is a hole in the wall, by the restroom and an electrical outlet that is being held to the wall with masking tape. .0601(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There were no monthly playground inspections on site to review. .0605(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staf member's D.O, and K.C. files did not reflect completed TB testing or screenings. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff members D.O, S.B, and K.C. did not have a completed health questionnaire on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff D.O. and K.C's file did not reflect completed Emergency Information forms on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff members S.B, and L.M's file did not reflect the required training hours. .1101(a) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. After the initial license date, one on-site staff member has not completed playground safety training. .1102(e) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff member L.M's file did not reflect ITS/SIDS training completed within 90 days of employment. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Staff files for S.B and L.M. did not reflected training completed in the time frame required. .1101(a)(b) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child dod not have an application for enrollment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child's emrollment application did not include all required information. .0801(a)(1-7) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member S.B. did not have verification of completion in the file. .1102(g) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 6/29/26 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 1293 Matthews, NC 28106 Traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was # (%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License: • Updated Child Care Rules are located in Section .3200 pertaining to QRIS system, otherwise known as Pathways to Stars are available for review. •The facility was newly licensed in December of 2025 and received a Five (5) Star Center License. At the Annual Compliance visit closer to the license renewal date, the QRIS/Pathway License process will be discussed in detail. During today’s visit we briefly touched on all three Pathway options for reference. •To maintain an enhanced license, all caregiving staff needs to enter/send their official educational transcripts to the WORKS system within six (6) months of initial employment. Technical Assistance •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating childcare centers to test water initially and every three years. Family childcare homes are required to test water for lead once. •The ABCMS background check system should be used to enter new staff within five days of hire to remain in compliance with G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703 ( r). •Closets that hold personal belongings that “lock” automatically should be monitored to make sure this is happening. Children should not have access closets where materials that could be harmful are stored. •Childcare Resources Inc and other agencies offer the Emergency Preparedness trainings for Administrators and Playground Safety now known as Outdoor Play and Learning Environments. The link to their training log is listed here: https://www.flipsnack.com/8ADBBD77C6F/ccri-training-catalog/full-view.html the next trainings for summer (July- September) should have more opportunities for this training. These trainings need to be taken promptly. •ITS/SIDs training is also offered but Child Care Resources, Inc. The Union County Health Department Nurse program also offers this training. At times other local childcare facilities offer in-house training and for a fee will allow other site’s teachers to attend. The Infant room teacher and a member of the Administration team does need to complete this training or locate the documents showing completion. •The EPR and EMC needs to be reviewed with new staff upon hire and all staff annually or as changes occur. This needs to be documented and kept on file each year. •Consider a thermometer for the infant classrooms while the air-conditioning unit system is changing to a new system. There are certain degrees the classroom must stay between for safety and to remain in compliance. •Reach out to me once the mini-bus has new tires (front two) and before it is used to transport children. And remember to add all signage. •If a Technical Assistance visit would be helpful, to go over staff files, or answer any questions please let me know. This is an announced visit and limited monitoring occurs. •A copy of the Staff file check list was left with you today for reference. •A copy of the Staff and Training worksheets were left for reference, please complete these before our next visit. The forms can be found on the DCDEE website under the provider forms tab. Please make sure that the infant sleep check logs are being filled out daily as each child considered an infant is in attendance. You can use markers to indicate when the child is absent. Supervision Today we discussed installing a video camera or “Ring” type system to assist when visitors or parents need entrance. Having this system could have eliminated the supervision violation that occurred today. We did take time to discuss the incident that occurred and a violation was added to the visit summary. We also discussed ways to prevent this from occurring in the future. I provided information regarding whenever there is a substantiation of the allegation it may result in an Administrative Action. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . My supervisor can be reached at Ebony.Duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. V. Penalver and I shared the reason for the visit. She accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) star center license. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) shift care, meets enhanced ratios and children under two and one half (2 and ½) years old in rooms with direct exits only. Ownership: The facility owner is SFF! Waxhaw, LLC with SOSID# 3066266, which is active an current. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. All licensed spaces were observed including, open and closed classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 5/10/25 •Emergency drill was conducted on 5/22/26 •Fire inspection was completed on 11/5/2025, reach out to the fire marshall sixty (60) to thirty (30) days before your inspection is due for scheduling. •Playground inspection has not been completed. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/29/26 and received a Superior classification. •EPR manual was updated on 12/5/25 and was completed, more updates will need to be completed. •Incident logs and sheets were completed and up to date. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children in the room that serves infant aged children were participating in AM snack. Children in the room that serves toddler age children were transitioning from AM snack to free play. The children in the rooms that serve preschool and older aged children were transitioning from AM snack to circle learning time. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet has not been completed and today we reviewed where to locate the new sheets and information required. I did verify the qualifying letters of all staff I reviewed today and found them to be up to date and in compliance. There were eight classroom and administrative staff files and I reviewed four (4) files. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Children’s Records: Staff reported there were forty (40) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Four (4) children’s files were reviewed today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Medication: All emergency and other medications were reviewed today and were in compliance. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. The menu and allergy listing was posted and for lunch the children were having ground turkey with pasta shells, carrots, fruit and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The facility reported the do provide transportation but are not at this time. The registration and insurance were up to date and current. All required components were monitored and found in compliance excluding the front two (2) tires, which need to be replaced before the vehicle is used in the fall. As long as the mini-bus is not used this summer and the tires are replaced there is no violation. If this changes a violation will be added. Fourteen (14) violations were observed today and one (1) was corrected during the visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Upon arrival, a staff member opened a door to check who I was, and a child left the room as the teacher was shutting the door to allow me entrance. The child was in my sight and I did attempt to alert the teacher but she was to far away to hear me. The child was in a fenced area and this was for about thirty (30) seconds. .1801(a)(1-5) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space #6 (six) there is a hole in the wall, by the restroom and an electrical outlet that is being held to the wall with masking tape. .0601(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There were no monthly playground inspections on site to review. .0605(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staf member's D.O, and K.C. files did not reflect completed TB testing or screenings. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff members D.O, S.B, and K.C. did not have a completed health questionnaire on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff D.O. and K.C's file did not reflect completed Emergency Information forms on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff members S.B, and L.M's file did not reflect the required training hours. .1101(a) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. After the initial license date, one on-site staff member has not completed playground safety training. .1102(e) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff member L.M's file did not reflect ITS/SIDS training completed within 90 days of employment. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Staff files for S.B and L.M. did not reflected training completed in the time frame required. .1101(a)(b) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child dod not have an application for enrollment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child's emrollment application did not include all required information. .0801(a)(1-7) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member S.B. did not have verification of completion in the file. .1102(g) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 6/29/26 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 1293 Matthews, NC 28106 Traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was # (%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License: • Updated Child Care Rules are located in Section .3200 pertaining to QRIS system, otherwise known as Pathways to Stars are available for review. •The facility was newly licensed in December of 2025 and received a Five (5) Star Center License. At the Annual Compliance visit closer to the license renewal date, the QRIS/Pathway License process will be discussed in detail. During today’s visit we briefly touched on all three Pathway options for reference. •To maintain an enhanced license, all caregiving staff needs to enter/send their official educational transcripts to the WORKS system within six (6) months of initial employment. Technical Assistance •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating childcare centers to test water initially and every three years. Family childcare homes are required to test water for lead once. •The ABCMS background check system should be used to enter new staff within five days of hire to remain in compliance with G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703 ( r). •Closets that hold personal belongings that “lock” automatically should be monitored to make sure this is happening. Children should not have access closets where materials that could be harmful are stored. •Childcare Resources Inc and other agencies offer the Emergency Preparedness trainings for Administrators and Playground Safety now known as Outdoor Play and Learning Environments. The link to their training log is listed here: https://www.flipsnack.com/8ADBBD77C6F/ccri-training-catalog/full-view.html the next trainings for summer (July- September) should have more opportunities for this training. These trainings need to be taken promptly. •ITS/SIDs training is also offered but Child Care Resources, Inc. The Union County Health Department Nurse program also offers this training. At times other local childcare facilities offer in-house training and for a fee will allow other site’s teachers to attend. The Infant room teacher and a member of the Administration team does need to complete this training or locate the documents showing completion. •The EPR and EMC needs to be reviewed with new staff upon hire and all staff annually or as changes occur. This needs to be documented and kept on file each year. •Consider a thermometer for the infant classrooms while the air-conditioning unit system is changing to a new system. There are certain degrees the classroom must stay between for safety and to remain in compliance. •Reach out to me once the mini-bus has new tires (front two) and before it is used to transport children. And remember to add all signage. •If a Technical Assistance visit would be helpful, to go over staff files, or answer any questions please let me know. This is an announced visit and limited monitoring occurs. •A copy of the Staff file check list was left with you today for reference. •A copy of the Staff and Training worksheets were left for reference, please complete these before our next visit. The forms can be found on the DCDEE website under the provider forms tab. Please make sure that the infant sleep check logs are being filled out daily as each child considered an infant is in attendance. You can use markers to indicate when the child is absent. Supervision Today we discussed installing a video camera or “Ring” type system to assist when visitors or parents need entrance. Having this system could have eliminated the supervision violation that occurred today. We did take time to discuss the incident that occurred and a violation was added to the visit summary. We also discussed ways to prevent this from occurring in the future. I provided information regarding whenever there is a substantiation of the allegation it may result in an Administrative Action. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . My supervisor can be reached at Ebony.Duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. V. Penalver and I shared the reason for the visit. She accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) star center license. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) shift care, meets enhanced ratios and children under two and one half (2 and ½) years old in rooms with direct exits only. Ownership: The facility owner is SFF! Waxhaw, LLC with SOSID# 3066266, which is active an current. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. All licensed spaces were observed including, open and closed classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 5/10/25 •Emergency drill was conducted on 5/22/26 •Fire inspection was completed on 11/5/2025, reach out to the fire marshall sixty (60) to thirty (30) days before your inspection is due for scheduling. •Playground inspection has not been completed. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/29/26 and received a Superior classification. •EPR manual was updated on 12/5/25 and was completed, more updates will need to be completed. •Incident logs and sheets were completed and up to date. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children in the room that serves infant aged children were participating in AM snack. Children in the room that serves toddler age children were transitioning from AM snack to free play. The children in the rooms that serve preschool and older aged children were transitioning from AM snack to circle learning time. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet has not been completed and today we reviewed where to locate the new sheets and information required. I did verify the qualifying letters of all staff I reviewed today and found them to be up to date and in compliance. There were eight classroom and administrative staff files and I reviewed four (4) files. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Children’s Records: Staff reported there were forty (40) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Four (4) children’s files were reviewed today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Medication: All emergency and other medications were reviewed today and were in compliance. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. The menu and allergy listing was posted and for lunch the children were having ground turkey with pasta shells, carrots, fruit and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The facility reported the do provide transportation but are not at this time. The registration and insurance were up to date and current. All required components were monitored and found in compliance excluding the front two (2) tires, which need to be replaced before the vehicle is used in the fall. As long as the mini-bus is not used this summer and the tires are replaced there is no violation. If this changes a violation will be added. Fourteen (14) violations were observed today and one (1) was corrected during the visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Upon arrival, a staff member opened a door to check who I was, and a child left the room as the teacher was shutting the door to allow me entrance. The child was in my sight and I did attempt to alert the teacher but she was to far away to hear me. The child was in a fenced area and this was for about thirty (30) seconds. .1801(a)(1-5) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space #6 (six) there is a hole in the wall, by the restroom and an electrical outlet that is being held to the wall with masking tape. .0601(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There were no monthly playground inspections on site to review. .0605(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staf member's D.O, and K.C. files did not reflect completed TB testing or screenings. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff members D.O, S.B, and K.C. did not have a completed health questionnaire on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff D.O. and K.C's file did not reflect completed Emergency Information forms on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff members S.B, and L.M's file did not reflect the required training hours. .1101(a) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. After the initial license date, one on-site staff member has not completed playground safety training. .1102(e) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff member L.M's file did not reflect ITS/SIDS training completed within 90 days of employment. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Staff files for S.B and L.M. did not reflected training completed in the time frame required. .1101(a)(b) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child dod not have an application for enrollment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child's emrollment application did not include all required information. .0801(a)(1-7) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member S.B. did not have verification of completion in the file. .1102(g) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 6/29/26 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 1293 Matthews, NC 28106 Traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was # (%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License: • Updated Child Care Rules are located in Section .3200 pertaining to QRIS system, otherwise known as Pathways to Stars are available for review. •The facility was newly licensed in December of 2025 and received a Five (5) Star Center License. At the Annual Compliance visit closer to the license renewal date, the QRIS/Pathway License process will be discussed in detail. During today’s visit we briefly touched on all three Pathway options for reference. •To maintain an enhanced license, all caregiving staff needs to enter/send their official educational transcripts to the WORKS system within six (6) months of initial employment. Technical Assistance •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating childcare centers to test water initially and every three years. Family childcare homes are required to test water for lead once. •The ABCMS background check system should be used to enter new staff within five days of hire to remain in compliance with G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703 ( r). •Closets that hold personal belongings that “lock” automatically should be monitored to make sure this is happening. Children should not have access closets where materials that could be harmful are stored. •Childcare Resources Inc and other agencies offer the Emergency Preparedness trainings for Administrators and Playground Safety now known as Outdoor Play and Learning Environments. The link to their training log is listed here: https://www.flipsnack.com/8ADBBD77C6F/ccri-training-catalog/full-view.html the next trainings for summer (July- September) should have more opportunities for this training. These trainings need to be taken promptly. •ITS/SIDs training is also offered but Child Care Resources, Inc. The Union County Health Department Nurse program also offers this training. At times other local childcare facilities offer in-house training and for a fee will allow other site’s teachers to attend. The Infant room teacher and a member of the Administration team does need to complete this training or locate the documents showing completion. •The EPR and EMC needs to be reviewed with new staff upon hire and all staff annually or as changes occur. This needs to be documented and kept on file each year. •Consider a thermometer for the infant classrooms while the air-conditioning unit system is changing to a new system. There are certain degrees the classroom must stay between for safety and to remain in compliance. •Reach out to me once the mini-bus has new tires (front two) and before it is used to transport children. And remember to add all signage. •If a Technical Assistance visit would be helpful, to go over staff files, or answer any questions please let me know. This is an announced visit and limited monitoring occurs. •A copy of the Staff file check list was left with you today for reference. •A copy of the Staff and Training worksheets were left for reference, please complete these before our next visit. The forms can be found on the DCDEE website under the provider forms tab. Please make sure that the infant sleep check logs are being filled out daily as each child considered an infant is in attendance. You can use markers to indicate when the child is absent. Supervision Today we discussed installing a video camera or “Ring” type system to assist when visitors or parents need entrance. Having this system could have eliminated the supervision violation that occurred today. We did take time to discuss the incident that occurred and a violation was added to the visit summary. We also discussed ways to prevent this from occurring in the future. I provided information regarding whenever there is a substantiation of the allegation it may result in an Administrative Action. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . My supervisor can be reached at Ebony.Duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 6/16/2026 Number Present: 40 Completed Date: 6/16/2026 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 255 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 01:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to monitor your program for compliance with applicable child care requirements for an unannounced annual compliance visit. Upon arrival I was greeted by Ms. V. Penalver and I shared the reason for the visit. She accompanied me throughout the walk-through of the facility and the outdoor learning environments. Your program currently operates with a Five (5) star center license. The license was posted, with restrictions to first (1st) shift care, meets enhanced ratios and children under two and one half (2 and ½) years old in rooms with direct exits only. Ownership: The facility owner is SFF! Waxhaw, LLC with SOSID# 3066266, which is active an current. If any changes to the ownership need to be made, you must notify your consultant at least thirty (30) days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. I used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility and the Annual Compliance Monitoring Checklist for Child Care Centers. I monitored the following items today: supervision, staff/child ratio, staff, health, safety, and program records. All licensed spaces were observed including, open and closed classrooms and the outdoor learning environment. Program Records: We reviewed all the required records. Inspections: All inspections were monitored, and inspection dates are listed below. •Fire drill was conducted on 5/10/25 •Emergency drill was conducted on 5/22/26 •Fire inspection was completed on 11/5/2025, reach out to the fire marshall sixty (60) to thirty (30) days before your inspection is due for scheduling. •Playground inspection has not been completed. •Sanitation inspection was conducted on 1/29/26 and received a Superior classification. •EPR manual was updated on 12/5/25 and was completed, more updates will need to be completed. •Incident logs and sheets were completed and up to date. Indoor Learning Environment: I observed children in the indoor learning environment and the following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Children in the room that serves infant aged children were participating in AM snack. Children in the room that serves toddler age children were transitioning from AM snack to free play. The children in the rooms that serve preschool and older aged children were transitioning from AM snack to circle learning time. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environments were monitored and in compliance. Staff Records: The staff-training worksheet has not been completed and today we reviewed where to locate the new sheets and information required. I did verify the qualifying letters of all staff I reviewed today and found them to be up to date and in compliance. There were eight classroom and administrative staff files and I reviewed four (4) files. Please refer to the staff/training worksheet to review which files were monitored. Children’s Records: Staff reported there were forty (40) children enrolled in this center. There were twenty-seven (27) in attendance today. Four (4) children’s files were reviewed today, please refer to the children’s worksheet to review which files was monitored. Medication: All emergency and other medications were reviewed today and were in compliance. Nutrition: The facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. The menu and allergy listing was posted and for lunch the children were having ground turkey with pasta shells, carrots, fruit and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Transportation: The facility reported the do provide transportation but are not at this time. The registration and insurance were up to date and current. All required components were monitored and found in compliance excluding the front two (2) tires, which need to be replaced before the vehicle is used in the fall. As long as the mini-bus is not used this summer and the tires are replaced there is no violation. If this changes a violation will be added. Fourteen (14) violations were observed today and one (1) was corrected during the visit. The violations are as follows: Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Upon arrival, a staff member opened a door to check who I was, and a child left the room as the teacher was shutting the door to allow me entrance. The child was in my sight and I did attempt to alert the teacher but she was to far away to hear me. The child was in a fenced area and this was for about thirty (30) seconds. .1801(a)(1-5) 705 Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In space #6 (six) there is a hole in the wall, by the restroom and an electrical outlet that is being held to the wall with masking tape. .0601(c) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. There were no monthly playground inspections on site to review. .0605(q) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. Staf member's D.O, and K.C. files did not reflect completed TB testing or screenings. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Staff members D.O, S.B, and K.C. did not have a completed health questionnaire on file. .0701(a) 1035 Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. Staff D.O. and K.C's file did not reflect completed Emergency Information forms on file. .0701(a) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff members S.B, and L.M's file did not reflect the required training hours. .1101(a) 1061 One staff member had not completed training in playground safety. After the initial license date, one on-site staff member has not completed playground safety training. .1102(e) 1065 Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff member L.M's file did not reflect ITS/SIDS training completed within 90 days of employment. .1102(f) 1067 Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Staff files for S.B and L.M. did not reflected training completed in the time frame required. .1101(a)(b) 1320 Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One child dod not have an application for enrollment on file. GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child did not have a medical exam or health assessment on file. GS110-91(1) 1329 Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child's emrollment application did not include all required information. .0801(a)(1-7) 1897 The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. Staff member S.B. did not have verification of completion in the file. .1102(g) The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before 6/29/26 I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 1293 Matthews, NC 28106 Traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Child care programs are expected to achieve and maintain compliance at all times and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five percent (75%). Any violation (s) documented may impact the compliance history score. The center's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was # (%) prior to today’s visit. The compliance history could be impacted after today’s visit. Based on Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 Section .2200, the Division of Child Development and Early Education 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. If you state in your letter that corrections have been made when they have not, it will be considered falsification of information. Rated License: • Updated Child Care Rules are located in Section .3200 pertaining to QRIS system, otherwise known as Pathways to Stars are available for review. •The facility was newly licensed in December of 2025 and received a Five (5) Star Center License. At the Annual Compliance visit closer to the license renewal date, the QRIS/Pathway License process will be discussed in detail. During today’s visit we briefly touched on all three Pathway options for reference. •To maintain an enhanced license, all caregiving staff needs to enter/send their official educational transcripts to the WORKS system within six (6) months of initial employment. Technical Assistance •Rule 15A NCAC 18A .2816 requires currently operating childcare centers to test water initially and every three years. Family childcare homes are required to test water for lead once. •The ABCMS background check system should be used to enter new staff within five days of hire to remain in compliance with G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703 ( r). •Closets that hold personal belongings that “lock” automatically should be monitored to make sure this is happening. Children should not have access closets where materials that could be harmful are stored. •Childcare Resources Inc and other agencies offer the Emergency Preparedness trainings for Administrators and Playground Safety now known as Outdoor Play and Learning Environments. The link to their training log is listed here: https://www.flipsnack.com/8ADBBD77C6F/ccri-training-catalog/full-view.html the next trainings for summer (July- September) should have more opportunities for this training. These trainings need to be taken promptly. •ITS/SIDs training is also offered but Child Care Resources, Inc. The Union County Health Department Nurse program also offers this training. At times other local childcare facilities offer in-house training and for a fee will allow other site’s teachers to attend. The Infant room teacher and a member of the Administration team does need to complete this training or locate the documents showing completion. •The EPR and EMC needs to be reviewed with new staff upon hire and all staff annually or as changes occur. This needs to be documented and kept on file each year. •Consider a thermometer for the infant classrooms while the air-conditioning unit system is changing to a new system. There are certain degrees the classroom must stay between for safety and to remain in compliance. •Reach out to me once the mini-bus has new tires (front two) and before it is used to transport children. And remember to add all signage. •If a Technical Assistance visit would be helpful, to go over staff files, or answer any questions please let me know. This is an announced visit and limited monitoring occurs. •A copy of the Staff file check list was left with you today for reference. •A copy of the Staff and Training worksheets were left for reference, please complete these before our next visit. The forms can be found on the DCDEE website under the provider forms tab. Please make sure that the infant sleep check logs are being filled out daily as each child considered an infant is in attendance. You can use markers to indicate when the child is absent. Supervision Today we discussed installing a video camera or “Ring” type system to assist when visitors or parents need entrance. Having this system could have eliminated the supervision violation that occurred today. We did take time to discuss the incident that occurred and a violation was added to the visit summary. We also discussed ways to prevent this from occurring in the future. I provided information regarding whenever there is a substantiation of the allegation it may result in an Administrative Action. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. At the completion of the visit, this visit summary was printed, reviewed, and a copy was left with you. We jointly reviewed the visit summary and documentation of my findings and violations with you, I encouraged to ask any questions and you did not have any. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at 704-594-0041 or via email at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov . My supervisor can be reached at Ebony.Duncan@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: TRACI J. MEYER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0226-092L Visit Date: 2/13/2026 Number Present: 16 Completed Date: 2/13/2026 Age: From 1 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 08:55 AM Time Out: 11:00 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct an investigation of a complaint, Case #0226-092L of violations of child care rules and regulation. Upon arrival I explained the reason for my visit to Ms. V. Penalver, Director and I explained the reason for my visit. I was met by Environmental Health Supervisor Shannon Dudley who also received the same concerns. The facility operates with a five (5) star center license with restrictions to first (1st) shift care, meets enhanced ratios, meets enhanced space and children under 2 and ½ years old in rooms with direct exits only. Interviews: Interviews were conducted with Ms. V. Penalver and it was confirmed that the facility observed a reduction in hot water on Monday, February 9th 2026. Ms. Penalver reported that she called a repair company that evening, and they arrived the following day. She also reported that she called a second company who came on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 and determined the unit could not be repaired by their company and also would most likely would the entire unit would need to be replaced. A third company was called that day, and an appointment was scheduled for today, Friday, February 13th, 2026 to replace the unit and perform any repairs. No timeline on replacement or repairs were shared. Ms. Penalver stated they have been boiling water for cleaning dishes for food preparation and serving and they were using a food preparation temperature device to test the water temperature. No documentation of the temperatures were recorded. When asked about laundering sheets for rest time, it was reported they were washed daily in cold water. Ms. Dudley conducted a temperature test on the water sources in the food preparation kitchen, the adult and children’s restrooms. She also tested water sources accessible to children, and water sources used to prepare food in the classrooms, as well as washing hands after diaper changes. Information about actual temperatures can be found in Ms. Dudley’s visit summary. She did confirm that the temperatures used for cooking and cleaning in addition to sources accessible to children were below the required temperatures. During the end of my visit, Ms. T. Walker began calling families and Ms. Penalver sent out a group email to the parents announcing their closing and to pick up their children and further guidance will be shared. Due to the nature of the visit, no formal monitoring was performed but overall the children and staff were in ratio and supervision was in compliance. There were sixteen (16) children present during today’s visit. of violations were observed during this visit and # of were corrected during the visit. Based on observations, and interviews the alleged complaint pertaining to water temperature is confirmed and violations were observed and substantiated. Once the hot water is restored and Environmental Health makes a return visit, to test all water temperatures and states they are passing, the facility may reopen. Violation Number Comment Rule 9995 A violation was found for which there is no item number. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 WATER SUPPLY (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Water in areas accessible to children shall be tempered between 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. For handwash lavatories used exclusively by school-age children, the requirement to provide water tempered between 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 110 degrees Fahrenheit shall not apply. In the event of the loss of hot water at the child care center, the operator shall immediately notify the local health department that serves the county in which the child care center is located. The hot water temperature that launders bedding was not within the appropriate range for sanitation, and dishwashing temperatures was not within in the appropriate range for sanitation and cleaning. Water sources accessible to children was lower than the approved ranges. Handwashing water temperature for infant, toddler and preschool aged children was under the approved range approved by Sanitation requirements. The local agency was not contacted immediately when the heating source for the water stopped working. I provided information regarding whenever there is a substantiation of the allegation it may result in an Administrative Action. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. I explained that due to the substantiation of the allegation could result in an Administrative Action. The current compliance history was reviewed with the facility at the close of the visit. The violations not corrected during the visit must be corrected immediately. On or before date 2/26/26, I must receive a written, dated, and signed compliance letter that describes accurately and in detail, how and when the violations were corrected. Please be aware any information submitted by you is considered legal documentation. If it is determined the information provided in the letter is not true, this may be considered falsification of information. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit may be completed. Mail or email the information to: Traci Meyer Carpenter Child Care Consultant PO Box 1293 Matthews, NC 28106 Traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov. Technical Assistance/Follow up •Environmental Health shared temperature minimums required for safe operating procedures pertaining to water sources accessible to children, cooking, cleaning/sanitizing and laundering. •A repair/replacement is scheduled for today, this afternoon, upon repair or replacement of the hot water heater, Environmental Health will make a return visit to verify all temperatures are within appropriate limits. As stated above, once this is confirmed/ fixed and approved for use, the facility may reopen. •Environmental Health will also offer guidance on appropriately reopening safely. •In the future, when events beyond the facility’s control occur, for example, loss of power, heat, air, or hot water please reach out to myself and Environmental Health for guidance. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. I explained that due to the substantiation of the allegation could result in an Administrative Action. The current compliance history was reviewed with the facility at the close of the visit. If an Administrative Action is issued it will be a tool that will provide supports in an effort to ensure that incidents like this do not occur again and that the quality of care is increased in your program. In closing I reviewed the visit summary with the team and asked if she had any questions and she stated that at this time they stated that they did not. I encouraged them that if they has any questions or concerns to feel free to contact me at Traci.Meyer@dhhs.nc.gov or 704-594-0041. Thank you for your assistance today. Traci Meyer Carpenter Childcare Consultant Division of Child Development and Early Education 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 12/3/2025 Number Present: 21 Completed Date: 12/3/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 125 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:05 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a third temporary time-period. Valentina Walker, Director and Paulette McKee, Coordinator, assisted with today’s visit. Traci Meyer Carpenter, Child Care Consultant, accompanied me during today’s visit. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025, to December 27, 2025. The restrictions include first shift only. Children under 2 ½ years old in rooms with direct exits only. We used the Child Care Center Item Number Listing as a basic monitoring tool to assess compliance with all applicable childcare requirements pertinent to this facility. The following items were posted in the classrooms that were monitored: Daily schedules, activity plans, staff/child ratio worksheets, emergency numbers, emergency procedures, arrival/departure procedures, summary of law and menus. Indoor Learning Environment: Staff/child ratio was observed and in compliance. Children were observed participating in dual language activities and free choice circle time. The outdoor learning environment was monitored during today’s visit. The outdoor inspections and fire drill report forms were reviewed during today’s visit. The forms were current and up to date. The last fire drill was conducted on 12/01/25. The last monthly playground inspection was completed on 12/01/25. The last emergency drill was conducted on 10/3/25. Sanitation/Fire/Building Inspections: The last sanitation inspection was conducted on 07/09/2024 by the Environmental Health Specialist. A “Superior” classification was issued with 14 demerits noted on the grade card. Fire Inspection 11/05/2025 and approved for daytime care only. The facility has produced an approved building inspection completed on The Building Inspection and was completed on 11/6/2025. Records: Files were very organized and in compliance. One new staff hired since my last temp visit on 10/16/25. We received the staff and training worksheet during today’s visit. Nutrition: Meatballs, green beans, whole grain rice, peaches and milk. Meals met nutritional value during today’s visit. Weapons: Your facility is in compliance with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. Violation Number Comment Rule 1301 Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. In space #6 the previous day's attendance was not maintained. GS 110-91(9) 1874 The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One new staff member hired 11/18/25 did not have a signed document acknowledging receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy. .0608(d)(1-4) Curriculum: You stated you already use the Creative Curriculum accompanied by NC Foundations. Your temporary license will expire on December 27, 2025. The rated license packet will be processed with the points you have agreed upon by using the previously owner’s Rated License Packet Information after the bill of sale was completed in June 2025. We discussed that you desire to meet enhanced space to meet the requirement. As discussed, the staff/child ratio form will need to be updated in each classroom by placing a check mark in the box for voluntary enhanced ratio requirements. Rated License Assessment Education Component The previous director qualifies at the 7-point level as an Administrator. The Lead teacher level received 6 points for education, Teacher level received 7 points for education, and the Group Leader received 6 points in education. Program Component The facility follows enhanced ratios and enhances with the minus ones. While the facility had a change of ownership, their operational policies and personnel policies did not change and remain approved. ECERS-R 5.77 ITERS-R 4.83 The average ERS score is 5.4 The facility has earned 6 points in Program Standards. Quality Point Option Staff benefit packet and an infrastructure for parent involvement. Two (2) violation was cited during today’s visit. Compliance History: Prior to today's visit, your program maintained 97% compliance. Please note that any violations cited today or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Technical Assistance: As a reminder attendance should be completed by the end of the day. Best practice, attendance should be taken when children arrive in at the facility. It is recommend attendance can be kept in one place in the classroom for easy reference. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting voluntary enhanced requirements although minimum are required at this time. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 9 children ~ 18 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /13 children ~ 25 group 5 to 6 Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group 6 Years and Older ~ 1 staff / 20 children ~ 25 group Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.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. We also discussed familiarizing yourself with the information on the QRIS Modernization page to gain an understanding of which pathways will best meet the program’s viewpoints on how to maintain quality care/environment until their next rated license process within the next three years. The Consultant assigned to this program after December 27, 2025, will be Traci Meyer Carpenter. Traci Meyer Carpenter Childcare Consultant Office: 704-594-0041 traci.meyer@dhhs.nc.gov P.O. Box 364 Matthews, NC 28105 As a reminder, any diaper cream that is prescribed by a Health Care Professional, uses the six (6) month permission form filled out by the parent/guardian. 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 .0701 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/16/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 170 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a second temporary time-period visit. Ms. Tina Walker, Director, was present upon arrival. I stated the purpose of today’s visit and began my walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only. Children under 2 ½ years old in rooms with direct exits only. Age ranging from 0-12 years of age. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current as of May 28, 2025. If any changes to the company need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant of at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: There are 48 children enrolled in at the facility. Out of the 48 enrolled children, 26 children were present. During the morning arrival children were engaged in the following routines and activities: a diaper change routine, free choice play, a large group time with the Spanish teacher, a large group art activity and outdoor activities. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. I reviewed all program records requirements. The last fire drill was conducted on 10/01/25. The last playground inspection was completed on 10/01/25. The Sanitation inspection that took place on 9/2/2025 with 4 demerits and a Superior Rating. Fire Inspection and the Building Inspection will need to be completed prior to the permit expiration date of 12/27/25. The administrator stated that the program is in the process of completing the fire inspection. They had the fire chief conduct a visit and list vary violations for the facility to fix prior to completing the fire inspection documentation. After the fire is completed Ms. Walker stated that she would contact Building Inspectors for a visit and in hopes to obtain a completed building inspection. I printed the building inspection form for the facility to give to the inspector for completion prior to leaving the building. Non-receipt of the fire inspection or the building inspection prior to the permit expiration date will result in a Provisional License an Administrative Action will be issued. Outdoor Learning Environment: Was monitored and in compliance with Child Care Requirements. Records: Staff: The Staff and Training Worksheets were completed during today’s visit. There were two (2) new staff members hired after my first visit temporary visit. I monitored 10% of Children’s records during today’s visit and no violations were observed during this review. Nutrition: Your facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Teriyaki chicken with rice, carrots, fruit cocktail and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 465 Four of the five activity area(s): art/creative play, children’s books, blocks/block building, manipulatives, family living/dramatic play was not available daily. In space #4, dramatic play and library/area and manipulatives and #6 did not have materials for d blocks, and library area. GS 110-91(12); .0510(a) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. A new staff hired on 9/22/25 did not have an application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new staff member hired on 9/22/205 completed a medical report on 9/29/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff hired on 8/17/2025 did not complete the TB test prior to her hire date. The TB test is dated 8/25/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The new staff member hired on 9/22/25 did not have a completed health questionnaire on file during today's visit. .0701(a) Compliance History: North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The administrator stated that they will continue to remain in the harmless hold due to completing the bill of sale prior to the conclusion deadline of the harmless hold. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest researching T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. Please visit our website for all approved curriculum/assessments. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum ratio requirements. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /20 children ~ 25 group 5 Years and Older ~ 1 staff / 25 children ~ 25 group Technical Assistance: Ms. Walker explained to me that the owners are continuing to purchase materials for the classrooms that are open. During today’s visit, space four (4) a space caring for an infant and four (4) toddlers, had very limited materials accessible to the children. In the library/cozy area, I observed three (3) soft books behind a wooden shelf. The area that had dramatic play furnishing lacked materials for the stove/refrigerator such as play food, pots, pans, and eating utensils. There were no dramatic play accessories accessible to the children. Manipulatives were very sparse and thrown throughout the environment. In space six (6) materials were missing items in library area/cozy area, blocks and manipulatives to offer children choices throughout the day. I highly recommend the facility contacts a specialist at the local resource and referral for guidance on transitions, teacher-child interactions, and room arrangement suggestions. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 10/30/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.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 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/16/2025 Number Present: 26 Completed Date: 10/16/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 170 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 12:10 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor for compliance with applicable childcare requirements for a second temporary time-period visit. Ms. Tina Walker, Director, was present upon arrival. I stated the purpose of today’s visit and began my walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only. Children under 2 ½ years old in rooms with direct exits only. Age ranging from 0-12 years of age. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current as of May 28, 2025. If any changes to the company need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant of at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: There are 48 children enrolled in at the facility. Out of the 48 enrolled children, 26 children were present. During the morning arrival children were engaged in the following routines and activities: a diaper change routine, free choice play, a large group time with the Spanish teacher, a large group art activity and outdoor activities. Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed and was in compliance. I reviewed all program records requirements. The last fire drill was conducted on 10/01/25. The last playground inspection was completed on 10/01/25. The Sanitation inspection that took place on 9/2/2025 with 4 demerits and a Superior Rating. Fire Inspection and the Building Inspection will need to be completed prior to the permit expiration date of 12/27/25. The administrator stated that the program is in the process of completing the fire inspection. They had the fire chief conduct a visit and list vary violations for the facility to fix prior to completing the fire inspection documentation. After the fire is completed Ms. Walker stated that she would contact Building Inspectors for a visit and in hopes to obtain a completed building inspection. I printed the building inspection form for the facility to give to the inspector for completion prior to leaving the building. Non-receipt of the fire inspection or the building inspection prior to the permit expiration date will result in a Provisional License an Administrative Action will be issued. Outdoor Learning Environment: Was monitored and in compliance with Child Care Requirements. Records: Staff: The Staff and Training Worksheets were completed during today’s visit. There were two (2) new staff members hired after my first visit temporary visit. I monitored 10% of Children’s records during today’s visit and no violations were observed during this review. Nutrition: Your facility was in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Meal Patterns Requirements. Teriyaki chicken with rice, carrots, fruit cocktail and milk. Weapons: Your facility reported that they were in compliance during today’s visit with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were cited during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 465 Four of the five activity area(s): art/creative play, children’s books, blocks/block building, manipulatives, family living/dramatic play was not available daily. In space #4, dramatic play and library/area and manipulatives and #6 did not have materials for d blocks, and library area. GS 110-91(12); .0510(a) 1030 Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. A new staff hired on 9/22/25 did not have an application on file during today's visit. .0302(d)(1)(A) 1032 Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One new staff member hired on 9/22/205 completed a medical report on 9/29/2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) 1033 On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One new staff hired on 8/17/2025 did not complete the TB test prior to her hire date. The TB test is dated 8/25/2025. .0701(a) 1034 All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The new staff member hired on 9/22/25 did not have a completed health questionnaire on file during today's visit. .0701(a) Compliance History: North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: We discussed the two-component rated license process during today’s visit. The administrator stated that they will continue to remain in the harmless hold due to completing the bill of sale prior to the conclusion deadline of the harmless hold. I explained to the administrator that I will keep the previous score and education from their last ERS assessment/Rated License. It is important to make sure staff are continuing to take EDU course work or work towards completion of an AA degree in Early Childhood. I suggest researching T.E.A.C.H and other community college resources to assist with encouraging staff to continue their early childhood education. I explained and discussed enhanced ratios and enhanced space with you. I explained that if you receive a five-star license, then you will be required to have an approved curriculum for children four years of age. Please visit our website for all approved curriculum/assessments. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. You must have earned enough points for 3-5 stars in order to continue receiving subsidy dollars. To help childcare providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child Development and Early Education has Moodle Trainings set up and can be accessed through the Divisions website: ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum ratio requirements. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /20 children ~ 25 group 5 Years and Older ~ 1 staff / 25 children ~ 25 group Technical Assistance: Ms. Walker explained to me that the owners are continuing to purchase materials for the classrooms that are open. During today’s visit, space four (4) a space caring for an infant and four (4) toddlers, had very limited materials accessible to the children. In the library/cozy area, I observed three (3) soft books behind a wooden shelf. The area that had dramatic play furnishing lacked materials for the stove/refrigerator such as play food, pots, pans, and eating utensils. There were no dramatic play accessories accessible to the children. Manipulatives were very sparse and thrown throughout the environment. In space six (6) materials were missing items in library area/cozy area, blocks and manipulatives to offer children choices throughout the day. I highly recommend the facility contacts a specialist at the local resource and referral for guidance on transitions, teacher-child interactions, and room arrangement suggestions. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 10/30/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.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 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 .0801 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 32 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 04:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the applicable childcare requirements for the first temporary visit. I met Ms. Paulette McKee, Assistant Coordinator, and discussed this visit as the center’s first temporary time period visit. I asked Ms. McKee if the Administrator, Edaliz Vasquez, was present, and she said she was not due to an injury. Ms. Valentina Walker, the Coordinator, arrived shortly after I begin my today’s temp time period visit. Ms. Walker and I conducted the walk-through of the facility. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only; Restricted age 0-12 years of age and children less than 2 ½ years in age are in rooms with direct exits. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit and SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current May 28, 2025. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed in the rooms that were monitored. In space #2, there were four (4) children age ranging from (1/2) year old children were participating in Spanish Emerging activity with Ms. Dora. I spoke to the teacher about the required Staff/Ratio sheet to be posted as well as the Daily Schedule. Ms. Desmond stated that everything was taken down when the facility’s owners painted the walls. I also discussed that the classroom, if used as a combination classrooms are required to have age-appropriate materials for all ages that are being cared for. The classroom space is set up for infants but no infants were present during my walk-through (monitoring of the space). I monitored space #8. There were six (6) two-year old children and two (2) three-year old children present. This space needs to add additional rugs in the library/cozy area, block area and possibly the dramatic play area. The Coordinator, Ms. Walker, stated the new owners are in the process of purchasing additional materials for each occupied space that should be arriving this month. I spoke about materials needed in the block area, manipulatives, and dramatic play area to enhance play and allow children a variety of learning opportunities throughout the environment. I monitored space #12 during the visit. This space had a total of ten school age children present. They were engaged in a large group reading activity. I asked about the large block area that was missing a carpet and some block accessories while monitoring this space. All spaces did not have the required schedule nor staff/child ratio sheet posted for easy reference. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored for compliance during today’s visit due to inclement weather conditions. I mentioned to Ms. Walker that I will monitor this area during my next unannounced visit. A fire drill took place on 8/1/ 2025, and the playground inspection was completed for 8/4/ 2025. Transportation: This program currently does not participate in Transportation. Records: Three children’s records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. All staff records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. Nutrition: This program offers breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Snack consisted of Vanilla Wafers and water. Weapons: Your facility is in compliance with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were observed and corrected during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. During today's visit, I did not observe any classrooms postage of the Staff/Child Ratio sheets. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. All classrooms did not have a posted schedule for easy reference during today's visit. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current lesson plan was not made available for space #2 and space #8 during the walk-through of today's visit. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. Menus were not current and dated for July 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in the infant room were parents and caregivers are able to view daily. .0606(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation was not documented or made available for review during today's visit for several staff members. .1101(a) 1302 Individual applications were not on file for each child. One enrolled child did not have a completed application on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child enrolled over 30 days (from previous owner) did not have a completed medical exam or health assessment on file during today's visit GS110-91(1) I spoke to Ms. Walker about making sure that the program is obtaining required Building Inspection, Fire Inspection, and Sanitation Inspection prior to December 27, 2025 to prevent an Administrative Action with a Provisional Status. I highly recommend they contact each entity immediately to get all inspections completed. Noted: I spoke with Ms. Walker about the coffee maker in the lobby area for parents. I stated that I have sent the Sanitation Inspector an email and sent an email to all Spanish For Fun programs across the state to discussed allowance of hot surface that may be available to children. Compliance History: The next two Temporary Time Period visits will be unannounced. During those visits a full assessment of the center's ability to maintain compliance with all applicable Child Care Requirements will be conducted. Please note that any violations cited today or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: I discussed briefly the three pathways’ programs can choose. I stated because the change of ownership took place before the new requirement, the program still has the option to maintain the star rating of the previous owners, or they can select the pathway that will best meet their program needs. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. WORKS: If haven’t done so as of today, please make sure your staff establish an NCID for entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system. Once all staff have completed entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system, then mail the official transcripts to the Workforce and let me know when they are mailed. Refer to the information on the Division’s website for detailed instructions regarding how to use DCDEE WORKS. Emergency Preparedness and Response: The rules are designed to assist licensed child care programs to be adequately prepared to respond to the needs of children and others in the event of disasters and emergencies. As these rules will have an impact on your facility, please review the information below carefully and let me know if you have any questions. The new Head of School will have the opportunity to complete this required training and will have until June 2026 to complete and update the EPR Plan into the Portal. * Detailed information about the new emergency preparedness and response rules can be found at: http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_emergency.asp . * One person from your facility has taken the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training. A copy of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Training documentation must be on file for review. * Once the training is completed, the trained staff must complete an EPR Plan on a template at the following website https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx within four (4) months. o If you do not have a computer, you may access one at a public library. o To get on the template you will need an email address and an NCID. Detailed instructions for getting an NCID and for accessing the template are on the Division’s website on the Emergency Preparedness tab. * After you complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training, you must conduct either a shelter-in-place or a lockdown drill every three months. A new form has been created to document these additional drills as well as the fire drills. It is under the Provider Documents tab titled, “Emergency Drill Log.” Health and Safety Trainings: (Some staff are beginning to work on these required trainings. Please make sure you keep track of all received trainings. The Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), also called the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), is a federal grant which provides funding for child care subsidies for low income working families and improvements in child care quality. The recent reauthorization of CCDBG, Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 2014, brought for the first time in 18 years new state requirements. These requirements promote the health and safety of children in child care, create continuity of access to subsidies for low-income families, better educate parents and the general public about the child care choices available to them, and improve the overall quality of early care and education programs. States must have pre-service or orientation and on-going minimum health and safety training requirements in place for child care providers. The trainings must cover the following content areas: * Administration of medication * Appropriate precautions in transporting children * Building and physical premises safety * Pediatric First Aid and CPR appropriate for the ages of children in care * Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations * Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions * Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma * Prevention of SIDS and use of safe sleeping practices * Recognizing and Responding to child abuse and neglect * Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio-contaminants * Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies To help child care providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child has free Moodle online training modules. Click on the Course Catalog tab at the top of the page on the website to login to your training. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum is required at this time. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /13 children ~ 25 group 5 to 6 Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group Please make sure you are marking minimum standards on the staff/ratio worksheet for all classrooms in operation. Technical Assistance: I suggest organizing the staff files by using the checklist offered by the Division. Due to this being a change of ownership, there were several duplicates and or change of owner names on paperwork making it challenging during the review of staff records. I highly recommend that you all figure out what application, orientation, handbook, etc. that you all want to use and discard the other unnecessary paperwork. The staff medical information should be kept separate and up-to date for the health questionnaire that is required to be completed annually. I also recommend this for children’s files. All children files should have a completed application, immunization, medical, smoking free documentation, off premise documentation, discipline documentation, safe sleep for infants, Shaken Baby Syndrome documentation, and Summary of the Child Care Law on file. I recommend placing children's name on the cot chart with the cot number and post for easy reference especially during this time when children and staff are combining children to remain in ratio or due to the number of children present. Please make sure you are reviewing all required items that should be posted to make sure that you are complying with Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding of posting. The Staff and Training will be required to be completed and sent to me no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 8th, 2025. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 8/19/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It's the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.nc.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. 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 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 32 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 04:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the applicable childcare requirements for the first temporary visit. I met Ms. Paulette McKee, Assistant Coordinator, and discussed this visit as the center’s first temporary time period visit. I asked Ms. McKee if the Administrator, Edaliz Vasquez, was present, and she said she was not due to an injury. Ms. Valentina Walker, the Coordinator, arrived shortly after I begin my today’s temp time period visit. Ms. Walker and I conducted the walk-through of the facility. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only; Restricted age 0-12 years of age and children less than 2 ½ years in age are in rooms with direct exits. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit and SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current May 28, 2025. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed in the rooms that were monitored. In space #2, there were four (4) children age ranging from (1/2) year old children were participating in Spanish Emerging activity with Ms. Dora. I spoke to the teacher about the required Staff/Ratio sheet to be posted as well as the Daily Schedule. Ms. Desmond stated that everything was taken down when the facility’s owners painted the walls. I also discussed that the classroom, if used as a combination classrooms are required to have age-appropriate materials for all ages that are being cared for. The classroom space is set up for infants but no infants were present during my walk-through (monitoring of the space). I monitored space #8. There were six (6) two-year old children and two (2) three-year old children present. This space needs to add additional rugs in the library/cozy area, block area and possibly the dramatic play area. The Coordinator, Ms. Walker, stated the new owners are in the process of purchasing additional materials for each occupied space that should be arriving this month. I spoke about materials needed in the block area, manipulatives, and dramatic play area to enhance play and allow children a variety of learning opportunities throughout the environment. I monitored space #12 during the visit. This space had a total of ten school age children present. They were engaged in a large group reading activity. I asked about the large block area that was missing a carpet and some block accessories while monitoring this space. All spaces did not have the required schedule nor staff/child ratio sheet posted for easy reference. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored for compliance during today’s visit due to inclement weather conditions. I mentioned to Ms. Walker that I will monitor this area during my next unannounced visit. A fire drill took place on 8/1/ 2025, and the playground inspection was completed for 8/4/ 2025. Transportation: This program currently does not participate in Transportation. Records: Three children’s records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. All staff records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. Nutrition: This program offers breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Snack consisted of Vanilla Wafers and water. Weapons: Your facility is in compliance with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were observed and corrected during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. During today's visit, I did not observe any classrooms postage of the Staff/Child Ratio sheets. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. All classrooms did not have a posted schedule for easy reference during today's visit. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current lesson plan was not made available for space #2 and space #8 during the walk-through of today's visit. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. Menus were not current and dated for July 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in the infant room were parents and caregivers are able to view daily. .0606(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation was not documented or made available for review during today's visit for several staff members. .1101(a) 1302 Individual applications were not on file for each child. One enrolled child did not have a completed application on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child enrolled over 30 days (from previous owner) did not have a completed medical exam or health assessment on file during today's visit GS110-91(1) I spoke to Ms. Walker about making sure that the program is obtaining required Building Inspection, Fire Inspection, and Sanitation Inspection prior to December 27, 2025 to prevent an Administrative Action with a Provisional Status. I highly recommend they contact each entity immediately to get all inspections completed. Noted: I spoke with Ms. Walker about the coffee maker in the lobby area for parents. I stated that I have sent the Sanitation Inspector an email and sent an email to all Spanish For Fun programs across the state to discussed allowance of hot surface that may be available to children. Compliance History: The next two Temporary Time Period visits will be unannounced. During those visits a full assessment of the center's ability to maintain compliance with all applicable Child Care Requirements will be conducted. Please note that any violations cited today or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: I discussed briefly the three pathways’ programs can choose. I stated because the change of ownership took place before the new requirement, the program still has the option to maintain the star rating of the previous owners, or they can select the pathway that will best meet their program needs. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. WORKS: If haven’t done so as of today, please make sure your staff establish an NCID for entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system. Once all staff have completed entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system, then mail the official transcripts to the Workforce and let me know when they are mailed. Refer to the information on the Division’s website for detailed instructions regarding how to use DCDEE WORKS. Emergency Preparedness and Response: The rules are designed to assist licensed child care programs to be adequately prepared to respond to the needs of children and others in the event of disasters and emergencies. As these rules will have an impact on your facility, please review the information below carefully and let me know if you have any questions. The new Head of School will have the opportunity to complete this required training and will have until June 2026 to complete and update the EPR Plan into the Portal. * Detailed information about the new emergency preparedness and response rules can be found at: http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_emergency.asp . * One person from your facility has taken the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training. A copy of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Training documentation must be on file for review. * Once the training is completed, the trained staff must complete an EPR Plan on a template at the following website https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx within four (4) months. o If you do not have a computer, you may access one at a public library. o To get on the template you will need an email address and an NCID. Detailed instructions for getting an NCID and for accessing the template are on the Division’s website on the Emergency Preparedness tab. * After you complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training, you must conduct either a shelter-in-place or a lockdown drill every three months. A new form has been created to document these additional drills as well as the fire drills. It is under the Provider Documents tab titled, “Emergency Drill Log.” Health and Safety Trainings: (Some staff are beginning to work on these required trainings. Please make sure you keep track of all received trainings. The Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), also called the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), is a federal grant which provides funding for child care subsidies for low income working families and improvements in child care quality. The recent reauthorization of CCDBG, Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 2014, brought for the first time in 18 years new state requirements. These requirements promote the health and safety of children in child care, create continuity of access to subsidies for low-income families, better educate parents and the general public about the child care choices available to them, and improve the overall quality of early care and education programs. States must have pre-service or orientation and on-going minimum health and safety training requirements in place for child care providers. The trainings must cover the following content areas: * Administration of medication * Appropriate precautions in transporting children * Building and physical premises safety * Pediatric First Aid and CPR appropriate for the ages of children in care * Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations * Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions * Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma * Prevention of SIDS and use of safe sleeping practices * Recognizing and Responding to child abuse and neglect * Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio-contaminants * Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies To help child care providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child has free Moodle online training modules. Click on the Course Catalog tab at the top of the page on the website to login to your training. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum is required at this time. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /13 children ~ 25 group 5 to 6 Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group Please make sure you are marking minimum standards on the staff/ratio worksheet for all classrooms in operation. Technical Assistance: I suggest organizing the staff files by using the checklist offered by the Division. Due to this being a change of ownership, there were several duplicates and or change of owner names on paperwork making it challenging during the review of staff records. I highly recommend that you all figure out what application, orientation, handbook, etc. that you all want to use and discard the other unnecessary paperwork. The staff medical information should be kept separate and up-to date for the health questionnaire that is required to be completed annually. I also recommend this for children’s files. All children files should have a completed application, immunization, medical, smoking free documentation, off premise documentation, discipline documentation, safe sleep for infants, Shaken Baby Syndrome documentation, and Summary of the Child Care Law on file. I recommend placing children's name on the cot chart with the cot number and post for easy reference especially during this time when children and staff are combining children to remain in ratio or due to the number of children present. Please make sure you are reviewing all required items that should be posted to make sure that you are complying with Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding of posting. The Staff and Training will be required to be completed and sent to me no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 8th, 2025. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 8/19/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It's the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.nc.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. 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: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 32 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 04:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the applicable childcare requirements for the first temporary visit. I met Ms. Paulette McKee, Assistant Coordinator, and discussed this visit as the center’s first temporary time period visit. I asked Ms. McKee if the Administrator, Edaliz Vasquez, was present, and she said she was not due to an injury. Ms. Valentina Walker, the Coordinator, arrived shortly after I begin my today’s temp time period visit. Ms. Walker and I conducted the walk-through of the facility. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only; Restricted age 0-12 years of age and children less than 2 ½ years in age are in rooms with direct exits. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit and SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current May 28, 2025. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed in the rooms that were monitored. In space #2, there were four (4) children age ranging from (1/2) year old children were participating in Spanish Emerging activity with Ms. Dora. I spoke to the teacher about the required Staff/Ratio sheet to be posted as well as the Daily Schedule. Ms. Desmond stated that everything was taken down when the facility’s owners painted the walls. I also discussed that the classroom, if used as a combination classrooms are required to have age-appropriate materials for all ages that are being cared for. The classroom space is set up for infants but no infants were present during my walk-through (monitoring of the space). I monitored space #8. There were six (6) two-year old children and two (2) three-year old children present. This space needs to add additional rugs in the library/cozy area, block area and possibly the dramatic play area. The Coordinator, Ms. Walker, stated the new owners are in the process of purchasing additional materials for each occupied space that should be arriving this month. I spoke about materials needed in the block area, manipulatives, and dramatic play area to enhance play and allow children a variety of learning opportunities throughout the environment. I monitored space #12 during the visit. This space had a total of ten school age children present. They were engaged in a large group reading activity. I asked about the large block area that was missing a carpet and some block accessories while monitoring this space. All spaces did not have the required schedule nor staff/child ratio sheet posted for easy reference. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored for compliance during today’s visit due to inclement weather conditions. I mentioned to Ms. Walker that I will monitor this area during my next unannounced visit. A fire drill took place on 8/1/ 2025, and the playground inspection was completed for 8/4/ 2025. Transportation: This program currently does not participate in Transportation. Records: Three children’s records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. All staff records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. Nutrition: This program offers breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Snack consisted of Vanilla Wafers and water. Weapons: Your facility is in compliance with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were observed and corrected during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. During today's visit, I did not observe any classrooms postage of the Staff/Child Ratio sheets. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. All classrooms did not have a posted schedule for easy reference during today's visit. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current lesson plan was not made available for space #2 and space #8 during the walk-through of today's visit. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. Menus were not current and dated for July 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in the infant room were parents and caregivers are able to view daily. .0606(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation was not documented or made available for review during today's visit for several staff members. .1101(a) 1302 Individual applications were not on file for each child. One enrolled child did not have a completed application on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child enrolled over 30 days (from previous owner) did not have a completed medical exam or health assessment on file during today's visit GS110-91(1) I spoke to Ms. Walker about making sure that the program is obtaining required Building Inspection, Fire Inspection, and Sanitation Inspection prior to December 27, 2025 to prevent an Administrative Action with a Provisional Status. I highly recommend they contact each entity immediately to get all inspections completed. Noted: I spoke with Ms. Walker about the coffee maker in the lobby area for parents. I stated that I have sent the Sanitation Inspector an email and sent an email to all Spanish For Fun programs across the state to discussed allowance of hot surface that may be available to children. Compliance History: The next two Temporary Time Period visits will be unannounced. During those visits a full assessment of the center's ability to maintain compliance with all applicable Child Care Requirements will be conducted. Please note that any violations cited today or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: I discussed briefly the three pathways’ programs can choose. I stated because the change of ownership took place before the new requirement, the program still has the option to maintain the star rating of the previous owners, or they can select the pathway that will best meet their program needs. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. WORKS: If haven’t done so as of today, please make sure your staff establish an NCID for entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system. Once all staff have completed entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system, then mail the official transcripts to the Workforce and let me know when they are mailed. Refer to the information on the Division’s website for detailed instructions regarding how to use DCDEE WORKS. Emergency Preparedness and Response: The rules are designed to assist licensed child care programs to be adequately prepared to respond to the needs of children and others in the event of disasters and emergencies. As these rules will have an impact on your facility, please review the information below carefully and let me know if you have any questions. The new Head of School will have the opportunity to complete this required training and will have until June 2026 to complete and update the EPR Plan into the Portal. * Detailed information about the new emergency preparedness and response rules can be found at: http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_emergency.asp . * One person from your facility has taken the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training. A copy of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Training documentation must be on file for review. * Once the training is completed, the trained staff must complete an EPR Plan on a template at the following website https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx within four (4) months. o If you do not have a computer, you may access one at a public library. o To get on the template you will need an email address and an NCID. Detailed instructions for getting an NCID and for accessing the template are on the Division’s website on the Emergency Preparedness tab. * After you complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training, you must conduct either a shelter-in-place or a lockdown drill every three months. A new form has been created to document these additional drills as well as the fire drills. It is under the Provider Documents tab titled, “Emergency Drill Log.” Health and Safety Trainings: (Some staff are beginning to work on these required trainings. Please make sure you keep track of all received trainings. The Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), also called the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), is a federal grant which provides funding for child care subsidies for low income working families and improvements in child care quality. The recent reauthorization of CCDBG, Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 2014, brought for the first time in 18 years new state requirements. These requirements promote the health and safety of children in child care, create continuity of access to subsidies for low-income families, better educate parents and the general public about the child care choices available to them, and improve the overall quality of early care and education programs. States must have pre-service or orientation and on-going minimum health and safety training requirements in place for child care providers. The trainings must cover the following content areas: * Administration of medication * Appropriate precautions in transporting children * Building and physical premises safety * Pediatric First Aid and CPR appropriate for the ages of children in care * Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations * Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions * Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma * Prevention of SIDS and use of safe sleeping practices * Recognizing and Responding to child abuse and neglect * Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio-contaminants * Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies To help child care providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child has free Moodle online training modules. Click on the Course Catalog tab at the top of the page on the website to login to your training. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum is required at this time. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /13 children ~ 25 group 5 to 6 Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group Please make sure you are marking minimum standards on the staff/ratio worksheet for all classrooms in operation. Technical Assistance: I suggest organizing the staff files by using the checklist offered by the Division. Due to this being a change of ownership, there were several duplicates and or change of owner names on paperwork making it challenging during the review of staff records. I highly recommend that you all figure out what application, orientation, handbook, etc. that you all want to use and discard the other unnecessary paperwork. The staff medical information should be kept separate and up-to date for the health questionnaire that is required to be completed annually. I also recommend this for children’s files. All children files should have a completed application, immunization, medical, smoking free documentation, off premise documentation, discipline documentation, safe sleep for infants, Shaken Baby Syndrome documentation, and Summary of the Child Care Law on file. I recommend placing children's name on the cot chart with the cot number and post for easy reference especially during this time when children and staff are combining children to remain in ratio or due to the number of children present. Please make sure you are reviewing all required items that should be posted to make sure that you are complying with Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding of posting. The Staff and Training will be required to be completed and sent to me no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 8th, 2025. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 8/19/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It's the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.nc.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. 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

GS110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: SPANISH FOR FUN! Waxhaw Facility ID: 90000555 Consultant: RASHEKA WHEELER Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 8/5/2025 Number Present: 32 Completed Date: 8/5/2025 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 180 Time In: 01:25 PM Time Out: 04:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Temp Time Period Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with the applicable childcare requirements for the first temporary visit. I met Ms. Paulette McKee, Assistant Coordinator, and discussed this visit as the center’s first temporary time period visit. I asked Ms. McKee if the Administrator, Edaliz Vasquez, was present, and she said she was not due to an injury. Ms. Valentina Walker, the Coordinator, arrived shortly after I begin my today’s temp time period visit. Ms. Walker and I conducted the walk-through of the facility. Currently this center operates with a Temporary License, issued on June 27, 2025. The restrictions include daytime care only; Restricted age 0-12 years of age and children less than 2 ½ years in age are in rooms with direct exits. The NC Secretary of State website was viewed before the visit and SFF! Waxhaw, LLC, active/current May 28, 2025. If any changes to the corporation need to be made or you decide to sell your business, then you must notify your consultant at least thirty days prior to any changes occurring. The license cannot be bought, sold, subleased, transferred to another person or location or inherited. Indoor Learning Environment: Upon arrival, staff/child ratio was observed in the rooms that were monitored. In space #2, there were four (4) children age ranging from (1/2) year old children were participating in Spanish Emerging activity with Ms. Dora. I spoke to the teacher about the required Staff/Ratio sheet to be posted as well as the Daily Schedule. Ms. Desmond stated that everything was taken down when the facility’s owners painted the walls. I also discussed that the classroom, if used as a combination classrooms are required to have age-appropriate materials for all ages that are being cared for. The classroom space is set up for infants but no infants were present during my walk-through (monitoring of the space). I monitored space #8. There were six (6) two-year old children and two (2) three-year old children present. This space needs to add additional rugs in the library/cozy area, block area and possibly the dramatic play area. The Coordinator, Ms. Walker, stated the new owners are in the process of purchasing additional materials for each occupied space that should be arriving this month. I spoke about materials needed in the block area, manipulatives, and dramatic play area to enhance play and allow children a variety of learning opportunities throughout the environment. I monitored space #12 during the visit. This space had a total of ten school age children present. They were engaged in a large group reading activity. I asked about the large block area that was missing a carpet and some block accessories while monitoring this space. All spaces did not have the required schedule nor staff/child ratio sheet posted for easy reference. Outdoor Learning Environment: The outdoor learning environment was not monitored for compliance during today’s visit due to inclement weather conditions. I mentioned to Ms. Walker that I will monitor this area during my next unannounced visit. A fire drill took place on 8/1/ 2025, and the playground inspection was completed for 8/4/ 2025. Transportation: This program currently does not participate in Transportation. Records: Three children’s records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. All staff records were reviewed during today’s visit, with two (2) violations found. Nutrition: This program offers breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Snack consisted of Vanilla Wafers and water. Weapons: Your facility is in compliance with Child Care Requirements regarding firearms. The following violations were observed and corrected during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 319 Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. During today's visit, I did not observe any classrooms postage of the Staff/Child Ratio sheets. .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. All classrooms did not have a posted schedule for easy reference during today's visit. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A current lesson plan was not made available for space #2 and space #8 during the walk-through of today's visit. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 526 Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. Menus were not current and dated for July 2025. 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) 892 The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in the infant room were parents and caregivers are able to view daily. .0606(b) 1045 New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation was not documented or made available for review during today's visit for several staff members. .1101(a) 1302 Individual applications were not on file for each child. One enrolled child did not have a completed application on file during today's visit. 10A NCAC 09 .0801(a) 1321 Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child enrolled over 30 days (from previous owner) did not have a completed medical exam or health assessment on file during today's visit GS110-91(1) I spoke to Ms. Walker about making sure that the program is obtaining required Building Inspection, Fire Inspection, and Sanitation Inspection prior to December 27, 2025 to prevent an Administrative Action with a Provisional Status. I highly recommend they contact each entity immediately to get all inspections completed. Noted: I spoke with Ms. Walker about the coffee maker in the lobby area for parents. I stated that I have sent the Sanitation Inspector an email and sent an email to all Spanish For Fun programs across the state to discussed allowance of hot surface that may be available to children. Compliance History: The next two Temporary Time Period visits will be unannounced. During those visits a full assessment of the center's ability to maintain compliance with all applicable Child Care Requirements will be conducted. Please note that any violations cited today or during future visits will negatively impact your compliance history. North Carolina General Statute 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history of at least seventy-five percent (75%) for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action against the facility's license. Rated License: I discussed briefly the three pathways’ programs can choose. I stated because the change of ownership took place before the new requirement, the program still has the option to maintain the star rating of the previous owners, or they can select the pathway that will best meet their program needs. As discussed, at the end of your temporary license period you must be at least a three (3) star facility in order to continue to provide care for children who receive subsidy. WORKS: If haven’t done so as of today, please make sure your staff establish an NCID for entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system. Once all staff have completed entering their information in the DCDEE WORKS system, then mail the official transcripts to the Workforce and let me know when they are mailed. Refer to the information on the Division’s website for detailed instructions regarding how to use DCDEE WORKS. Emergency Preparedness and Response: The rules are designed to assist licensed child care programs to be adequately prepared to respond to the needs of children and others in the event of disasters and emergencies. As these rules will have an impact on your facility, please review the information below carefully and let me know if you have any questions. The new Head of School will have the opportunity to complete this required training and will have until June 2026 to complete and update the EPR Plan into the Portal. * Detailed information about the new emergency preparedness and response rules can be found at: http://ncchildcare.nc.gov/providers/pv_emergency.asp . * One person from your facility has taken the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training. A copy of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Training documentation must be on file for review. * Once the training is completed, the trained staff must complete an EPR Plan on a template at the following website https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx within four (4) months. o If you do not have a computer, you may access one at a public library. o To get on the template you will need an email address and an NCID. Detailed instructions for getting an NCID and for accessing the template are on the Division’s website on the Emergency Preparedness tab. * After you complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training, you must conduct either a shelter-in-place or a lockdown drill every three months. A new form has been created to document these additional drills as well as the fire drills. It is under the Provider Documents tab titled, “Emergency Drill Log.” Health and Safety Trainings: (Some staff are beginning to work on these required trainings. Please make sure you keep track of all received trainings. The Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG), also called the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), is a federal grant which provides funding for child care subsidies for low income working families and improvements in child care quality. The recent reauthorization of CCDBG, Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 2014, brought for the first time in 18 years new state requirements. These requirements promote the health and safety of children in child care, create continuity of access to subsidies for low-income families, better educate parents and the general public about the child care choices available to them, and improve the overall quality of early care and education programs. States must have pre-service or orientation and on-going minimum health and safety training requirements in place for child care providers. The trainings must cover the following content areas: * Administration of medication * Appropriate precautions in transporting children * Building and physical premises safety * Pediatric First Aid and CPR appropriate for the ages of children in care * Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations * Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions * Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma * Prevention of SIDS and use of safe sleeping practices * Recognizing and Responding to child abuse and neglect * Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio-contaminants * Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies To help child care providers meet the new training requirements, the Division of Child has free Moodle online training modules. Click on the Course Catalog tab at the top of the page on the website to login to your training. General Reminders (in compliance today): You are currently meeting minimum is required at this time. The following staff/child ratios and maximum group sizes apply to your facility: 0 to 12 Months ~ 1 staff / 5 children ~ 10 group 1 to 2 Years ~ 1 staff / 6 children ~ 12 group 2 to 3 Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 20 group 3 to 4 -Years ~ 1 staff / 10 children ~ 25 group 4 to 5 Years ~ 1 staff /13 children ~ 25 group 5 to 6 Years ~ 1 staff / 15 children ~ 25 group Please make sure you are marking minimum standards on the staff/ratio worksheet for all classrooms in operation. Technical Assistance: I suggest organizing the staff files by using the checklist offered by the Division. Due to this being a change of ownership, there were several duplicates and or change of owner names on paperwork making it challenging during the review of staff records. I highly recommend that you all figure out what application, orientation, handbook, etc. that you all want to use and discard the other unnecessary paperwork. The staff medical information should be kept separate and up-to date for the health questionnaire that is required to be completed annually. I also recommend this for children’s files. All children files should have a completed application, immunization, medical, smoking free documentation, off premise documentation, discipline documentation, safe sleep for infants, Shaken Baby Syndrome documentation, and Summary of the Child Care Law on file. I recommend placing children's name on the cot chart with the cot number and post for easy reference especially during this time when children and staff are combining children to remain in ratio or due to the number of children present. Please make sure you are reviewing all required items that should be posted to make sure that you are complying with Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding of posting. The Staff and Training will be required to be completed and sent to me no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 8th, 2025. REQUIRED RESPONSE: You shall correct the violation(s) immediately. Send two (2) signed corrections letters to the address below by 8/19/25. The format to follow is: -Name of your facility, -ID number, -date of the visit, -date you are submitting the letter, -citing each violation number, -when AND how it was corrected AND how you will prevent the reoccurrence of this violation, -Close with YOUR SIGNATURE It is important for licensed providers to be knowledgeable of all of the licensing requirements that apply to their type of program. Child care consultants can make unannounced visits at any time. It's the provider's responsibility to be in compliance with all of the applicable laws and rules. Feel free to contact me for assistance at either my office 704-776-0602 or my e-mail Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov. Rasheka Wheeler Child Care Consultant Regulatory Services Section/DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education Post Office Box P.O. Box 691174 Mint Hill, NC 28227 Stay up to date with the Division of Child Development and Early Education by visiting www.ncchildcare.nc.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. 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