Kidstown Child Care AND Learning Center

10A NCAC 09 .0902 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/12/2025 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 2/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, R Jackson, owner, assisted with the visit. You arrive shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a four-star license, earning seven points in the education component, two points in the program standard component and 1 quality point having a combined turnover rate of 20% or less for the administrator, program coordinator, lead teacher, teacher, and group leader over the last 12 months. This program continues to meet enhanced ratio and enhanced space requirements. The last annual compliance visit was completed on March 7, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 5, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Twenty-seven (27) children ranging from ages zero (0) to five (5) years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning routine/activities, free-choice play, eating lunch, completing hand washing and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Lunch consisted of chicken, peas, strawberries, and milk. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. Two children were observed drinking from bottles that were propped with blankets in Space #1. One child was in a highchair and the second child was in a bouncer. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. The center's safe sleep policy was not followed when an infant was sleeping in a bouncer in Space #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. An infant was placed down for nap at 8:55am in Space #1 was not documented on the visual safe sleep check form. .0606(g) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before February 26, 2025. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined the information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 91% as of February 11, 2025. CORPORATION STATUS: Kidsworld Learning Center of Wilson is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, Kids World Learning Center of Wilson remains current and active. Prior to making any changes in the ownership status contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. Failure to comply could impact the program license status. SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES: An individual sleeping space such as a bed, crib, play pen, cot, mat, or sleeping bag with individual linens shall be provided for each pre-school age child in care for four hours or more, or for all children if overnight care is provided, to rest. An infant was observed sleeping on a bouncer. The caregiver removed the child from the bouncer approximately four to five minutes after I entered the classroom. The safe sleep policy adopted by your program specifies that infants aged 12 months or younger shall be placed in a crib, bassinet or play pen, mat, or cot with a firm padded surface when sleeping. Staff providing care for infants should monitor them closely to ensure they are removed and placed in the cribs when they fall asleep. I was recommended to review the safe sleep policy periodically with staff working with children under the age of twelve months as a refresher to ensure they are implementing practices as stated. As required in the child care requirements, staff must also visually check and document when children are sleeping starting form the time they are put down in their cribs. NUTRITION: Bottle propping can lead to serious health issues for babies, including choking, aspiration, ear infections, and tooth decay. Bottle propping is an alternative to holding a bottle for your baby. It involves sitting baby in a bouncer seat, laying them flat in their crib, or otherwise positioning them — and then propping a bottle with a blanket or other object so they can eat hands-free. Bottle propping takes away bonding time with the infant and caregiver. Being held during feeding is how a baby bonds with caretakers. If you transition from holding, you’re an infant during feedings to bottle propping, you could potentially weaken your bond. It was suggested you have additional help available if needed to assist with feeding time to ensure children can be fed appropriately. EDUCATION EQUIVALENCY EXAM: The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prioritizes increasing career pathways for future ECE teachers. However, after lengthy careful consideration DCDEE has reluctantly decided it will not bring back the Early Childhood Equivalency Exam due to concerns about academic integrity. We make this decision to ensure fair and equitable opportunity for all aspiring early childhood teachers, uphold minimum educational standards, and keep staff and children in licensed child care environments safe. Note, other Pathways to the Profession of Early Childhood Teacher still include: •EDU 119 – Introduction to Early Childhood Education •Test-Out Option for EDU 119 •EDU 3119 – Intro to Early Childhood Education •Child Development Associate® Credential (CDA) Refer to the Raising North Carolina newsletter for additional information about each pathways and how to access them. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. At the conclusion of this visit, the visit summary report was completed, reviewed, and left with you. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0606 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/12/2025 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 2/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, R Jackson, owner, assisted with the visit. You arrive shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a four-star license, earning seven points in the education component, two points in the program standard component and 1 quality point having a combined turnover rate of 20% or less for the administrator, program coordinator, lead teacher, teacher, and group leader over the last 12 months. This program continues to meet enhanced ratio and enhanced space requirements. The last annual compliance visit was completed on March 7, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 5, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Twenty-seven (27) children ranging from ages zero (0) to five (5) years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning routine/activities, free-choice play, eating lunch, completing hand washing and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Lunch consisted of chicken, peas, strawberries, and milk. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. Two children were observed drinking from bottles that were propped with blankets in Space #1. One child was in a highchair and the second child was in a bouncer. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. The center's safe sleep policy was not followed when an infant was sleeping in a bouncer in Space #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. An infant was placed down for nap at 8:55am in Space #1 was not documented on the visual safe sleep check form. .0606(g) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before February 26, 2025. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined the information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 91% as of February 11, 2025. CORPORATION STATUS: Kidsworld Learning Center of Wilson is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, Kids World Learning Center of Wilson remains current and active. Prior to making any changes in the ownership status contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. Failure to comply could impact the program license status. SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES: An individual sleeping space such as a bed, crib, play pen, cot, mat, or sleeping bag with individual linens shall be provided for each pre-school age child in care for four hours or more, or for all children if overnight care is provided, to rest. An infant was observed sleeping on a bouncer. The caregiver removed the child from the bouncer approximately four to five minutes after I entered the classroom. The safe sleep policy adopted by your program specifies that infants aged 12 months or younger shall be placed in a crib, bassinet or play pen, mat, or cot with a firm padded surface when sleeping. Staff providing care for infants should monitor them closely to ensure they are removed and placed in the cribs when they fall asleep. I was recommended to review the safe sleep policy periodically with staff working with children under the age of twelve months as a refresher to ensure they are implementing practices as stated. As required in the child care requirements, staff must also visually check and document when children are sleeping starting form the time they are put down in their cribs. NUTRITION: Bottle propping can lead to serious health issues for babies, including choking, aspiration, ear infections, and tooth decay. Bottle propping is an alternative to holding a bottle for your baby. It involves sitting baby in a bouncer seat, laying them flat in their crib, or otherwise positioning them — and then propping a bottle with a blanket or other object so they can eat hands-free. Bottle propping takes away bonding time with the infant and caregiver. Being held during feeding is how a baby bonds with caretakers. If you transition from holding, you’re an infant during feedings to bottle propping, you could potentially weaken your bond. It was suggested you have additional help available if needed to assist with feeding time to ensure children can be fed appropriately. EDUCATION EQUIVALENCY EXAM: The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prioritizes increasing career pathways for future ECE teachers. However, after lengthy careful consideration DCDEE has reluctantly decided it will not bring back the Early Childhood Equivalency Exam due to concerns about academic integrity. We make this decision to ensure fair and equitable opportunity for all aspiring early childhood teachers, uphold minimum educational standards, and keep staff and children in licensed child care environments safe. Note, other Pathways to the Profession of Early Childhood Teacher still include: •EDU 119 – Introduction to Early Childhood Education •Test-Out Option for EDU 119 •EDU 3119 – Intro to Early Childhood Education •Child Development Associate® Credential (CDA) Refer to the Raising North Carolina newsletter for additional information about each pathways and how to access them. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. At the conclusion of this visit, the visit summary report was completed, reviewed, and left with you. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/12/2025 Number Present: 27 Completed Date: 2/12/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 08:45 AM Time Out: 12:30 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 this program for compliance with applicable child care requirements during an annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, R Jackson, owner, assisted with the visit. You arrive shortly after and assisted. This center currently operates with a four-star license, earning seven points in the education component, two points in the program standard component and 1 quality point having a combined turnover rate of 20% or less for the administrator, program coordinator, lead teacher, teacher, and group leader over the last 12 months. This program continues to meet enhanced ratio and enhanced space requirements. The last annual compliance visit was completed on March 7, 2024. The last sanitation inspection was completed on December 5, 2024, earning a “Superior” classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 12, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care only. Twenty-seven (27) children ranging from ages zero (0) to five (5) years old were observed in care today. Children were engaged in morning routine/activities, free-choice play, eating lunch, completing hand washing and toileting routines, and interacting with caregivers. Lunch consisted of chicken, peas, strawberries, and milk. The following violations were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 532 All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. Two children were observed drinking from bottles that were propped with blankets in Space #1. One child was in a highchair and the second child was in a bouncer. 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) 871 Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. The center's safe sleep policy was not followed when an infant was sleeping in a bouncer in Space #1. 10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) 887 Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. An infant was placed down for nap at 8:55am in Space #1 was not documented on the visual safe sleep check form. .0606(g) The violations documented must be corrected immediately. Please send a compliance verification letter to me describing how the violations were corrected. You can submit the compliance verification letter by postal mail to Keshia Hayward, PO Box 1504 Greenville NC 27834, or email keshia.hayward@dhhs.nc.gov. The compliance verification letter must be received on or before February 26, 2025. The two-week time frame is established to allow you time for submitting your compliance verification letter. This timeframe is not intended to be used as a guide for correcting violations, as they should be corrected immediately. Please be aware that any written information submitted by you regarding correction of violations documented during the visit is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all information submitted be accurate and truthful. Please be aware that if it is determined the information submitted was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility's Star Rated License could be issued. If sufficient information is not received by the due date, a follow-up visit will be conducted. The center’s compliance history score was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 91% as of February 11, 2025. CORPORATION STATUS: Kidsworld Learning Center of Wilson is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, Kids World Learning Center of Wilson remains current and active. Prior to making any changes in the ownership status contact me to discuss change of ownership procedures. Failure to comply could impact the program license status. SAFE SLEEP PRACTICES: An individual sleeping space such as a bed, crib, play pen, cot, mat, or sleeping bag with individual linens shall be provided for each pre-school age child in care for four hours or more, or for all children if overnight care is provided, to rest. An infant was observed sleeping on a bouncer. The caregiver removed the child from the bouncer approximately four to five minutes after I entered the classroom. The safe sleep policy adopted by your program specifies that infants aged 12 months or younger shall be placed in a crib, bassinet or play pen, mat, or cot with a firm padded surface when sleeping. Staff providing care for infants should monitor them closely to ensure they are removed and placed in the cribs when they fall asleep. I was recommended to review the safe sleep policy periodically with staff working with children under the age of twelve months as a refresher to ensure they are implementing practices as stated. As required in the child care requirements, staff must also visually check and document when children are sleeping starting form the time they are put down in their cribs. NUTRITION: Bottle propping can lead to serious health issues for babies, including choking, aspiration, ear infections, and tooth decay. Bottle propping is an alternative to holding a bottle for your baby. It involves sitting baby in a bouncer seat, laying them flat in their crib, or otherwise positioning them — and then propping a bottle with a blanket or other object so they can eat hands-free. Bottle propping takes away bonding time with the infant and caregiver. Being held during feeding is how a baby bonds with caretakers. If you transition from holding, you’re an infant during feedings to bottle propping, you could potentially weaken your bond. It was suggested you have additional help available if needed to assist with feeding time to ensure children can be fed appropriately. EDUCATION EQUIVALENCY EXAM: The Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) prioritizes increasing career pathways for future ECE teachers. However, after lengthy careful consideration DCDEE has reluctantly decided it will not bring back the Early Childhood Equivalency Exam due to concerns about academic integrity. We make this decision to ensure fair and equitable opportunity for all aspiring early childhood teachers, uphold minimum educational standards, and keep staff and children in licensed child care environments safe. Note, other Pathways to the Profession of Early Childhood Teacher still include: •EDU 119 – Introduction to Early Childhood Education •Test-Out Option for EDU 119 •EDU 3119 – Intro to Early Childhood Education •Child Development Associate® Credential (CDA) Refer to the Raising North Carolina newsletter for additional information about each pathways and how to access them. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS: As stated in G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) child care operators are to notify the Division of any new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The process of notifying the Division has changed and is now captured in ABCMS. This change has been in effect since February 2024. Effective immediately, you will need to obtain a Business NCID and complete Provider Portal training in Moodle at https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/course/view.php?id=119. No action is needed on your part if you have completed the reference training and are currently using the ABCMS Provider Portal to update information regarding new hires or residents. Once the training has been completed and access has been given, you must verify your facility roster to ensure current staff are noted on the roster. This information should be updated in ABCMS in an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new child care providers working who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. The compliance of this rule will be monitored during your next visit. Please note, the hard copy of the Change of Information form will no longer be needed or accepted. Should you need assistance please contact the Criminal Background Check Unit at (919) 814-8401 and someone will assist you. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. At the conclusion of this visit, the visit summary report was completed, reviewed, and left with you. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: KESHIA HAYWARD Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 10/8/2024 Number Present: 35 Completed Date: 10/8/2024 Age: From 0 To 8 Total Minutes: 115 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 12:25 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor your facility for compliance with applicable child care requirements during a routine unannounced visit. L. Cooper, Lead teacher and R. Jackson, Owner assisted with the visit. Thirty-four (34) children were observed in care today ranging from zero to eight years old. Children were observed eating lunch, engaged in free choice play with developmentally age-appropriate materials, outdoor play, interacting with the caregivers, and completing toileting, and hand washing routines. Lunch consisted of pork chop sandwiches, corn, mixed fruit and milk. Currently this program operates with a four-star license. The last sanitation inspection was completed on May 29, 2024, earning a superior classification. The last fire inspection was completed on June 4, 2024, and the center was approved for daytime care. The last annual compliance visit was completed on March 7, 2024. The following violations were documented today. Violation Number Comment Rule 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. Three bolts were protruding from the flush of the black barrier enclosing the surfacing around the swinging bars on playground #2. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 840 All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. A bottle of white out was on top of a cubby less than 5ft. from the finished floor and accessible to children. .2820(b) The violations documented were corrected during the visit. The owner reinserted the bolts into the black barrier and the whiteout was stored in a locked area. Be reminded a safe environment must always be provided to children in care. CORPORATION STATUS: Kidsworld Learning Center of Wilson, Inc. is listed as the current owner of this center. According to information verified on the North Carolina Secretary of State’s website, Kidsworld Learning Center of Wilson, Inc. remains current and active. I reminded you the corporation status for your program must always remain Current and Active. Failure to comply may affect your child care license. COMPLIANCE HISTORY: The program's compliance history was reviewed with the operator. The program’s compliance history was 92% percent as of October 7, 2024. STAFF/CHILD INTERACTIONS: Upon arrival school-age children were engaged in free play on the large play structure inside the classroom#7. Later in the day the school-age children were given puzzles to put together I groups. Infants were having floor play, and one baby was being bottle fed. Children in Space# 6 played outside until lunch time. Children were served lunch and encouraged to eat. Children talked about the food served. Younger children in Space # were lying down on a medium sized mat while looking at books as the caregiver placed cots down for napping. A variety of toys and material were available for play. Toys and materials were in good repair. Staff talked to children as they actively played with each other. STAFFING CHANGES: You stated one new employee has been hired since the last visit conducted at your facility. The employee's staff file was reviewed during the visit. Based on my review, all requirements regarding staff records were met. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: We discussed ensuring potentially hazardous items are stored in locked spaces as required. White out must be locked in space inaccessible to children. Bolts should always be inserted flushed to the base on the borders. It is suggested that you conduct periodic safety check of spaces used by children to ensure safety requirements are met. It is recommended that you read labels on products to determine how they should be stored. At the conclusion of today’s visit, the visit summary report was completed, reviewed, and left with you. DCDEE RESOURCES: I recommended you periodically visit the DCDEE website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ under the "What's New" tab to stay abreast of updated information provided. Be reminded you are responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable child care requirements whether they have been discussed or reviewed with you in the past. CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding today’s visit, my contact information is listed above. You may also contact Licensing Supervisor, Susan Fuller at 252-373-9809 or email susan.fuller@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0515 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/7/2024 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 3/7/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. D. Taylor, assistant administrator, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Four-Star license issued on July 11, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed November 30, 2023, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted June 20, 2022, and the facility was approved for care on all shifts. Children were observed engaging in group time, free choice center, teacher directed art, and lunch. Observed interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by KIDSWORLD LEARNING CENTER OF WILSON INC. I informed you that the corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Tire tread on the two (2) front tires of the van ECB-7777 measure below 2/32 of an inch. .1002(b) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. Fabric is torn, and exposing foam stuffing, from the top of the second to last row of seats in the van with the license plate CBW-1024. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. The form noting the center’s parent participation plan was not signed or dated by a parent to verify they reviewed it. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 21, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how you plan to maintain compliance in the future in addition to how it was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 97% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS Ten (10) percent of children’s records were monitored today, and one (1) violation was documented. There was no documentation that parents reviewed the center’s operational policies and parent participation plan for one child enrolled 4/5/23. While the form was in the child’s record it was not signed or dated by a parent to verify review. Child Care Rules require documentation of review to ensure that parents review the policies and expectations regarding operational policies and parent participation. It also gives the chance for questions to be asked. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent of staff records, and they were found to be in compliance with Child Care Rules. TRANSPORTATION I monitored the three (3) vans used for transportation at this facility and two (2) violations were documented. Upholstery on the second to last row in the van with the license plate CBW-1024 is torn and the foam stuffing is exposed. The upholstery must be repaired so the foam is covered and not accessible to children as it may be picked at and torn into small pieces. R. Jackson stated he will make an appointment to have the seat repaired. While checking the tread of vehicle tires, I noted that both front tire of the white van with the license plate ECB-7777 are below 2/32 of an inch and should be replaced. R. Jackson made an appointment today to have the van serviced with a mechanic. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that this facility is in cohort one related to resuming the environmental rating scales (ERS). This means that the preparation year for your facility began July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The assessment year begins July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and the program must complete the RL process during that year. Since the program does not plan to participate in the ERS process through NCRLAP this will just be an assessment of staff education and program only. Ensure that all new and current staff have submitted all education to DCDEE WORKS for evaluation prior to completing the ERS. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the following website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. 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 .1002 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: FELICIA FAISON Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 3/7/2024 Number Present: 42 Completed Date: 3/7/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 365 Time In: 09:10 AM Time Out: 03:15 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit today was to monitor compliance with child care requirements applicable to an annual compliance visit. D. Taylor, assistant administrator, was present and assisted with the visit. Currently, this center operates with a Four-Star license issued on July 11, 2019, earning seven (7) points in the Education Component, six (6) points in the Program Component and one (1) Quality point. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on March 23, 2023. The last sanitation inspection was completed November 30, 2023, earning a Superior rating. The last fire inspection was conducted June 20, 2022, and the facility was approved for care on all shifts. Children were observed engaging in group time, free choice center, teacher directed art, and lunch. Observed interactions between teachers and children were nurturing in nature. FACILITY PROFILE This facility is owned by KIDSWORLD LEARNING CENTER OF WILSON INC. I informed you that the corporation listed as owner of this facility is documented as current and active in the Secretary of State Database and is required to remain so per child care rules. I reviewed contact information for the owner and the facility with you and you verified the current information listed with DCDEE remains correct. The following violations of child care requirements were documented. Violation Number Comment Rule 1110 Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations. Tire tread on the two (2) front tires of the van ECB-7777 measure below 2/32 of an inch. .1002(b) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. Fabric is torn, and exposing foam stuffing, from the top of the second to last row of seats in the van with the license plate CBW-1024. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) 1207 Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center. The form noting the center’s parent participation plan was not signed or dated by a parent to verify they reviewed it. 10A NCAC 09 .0515(a) The violations documented above must be corrected immediately. A signed and dated letter of compliance can be mailed or emailed to me and must be received by March 21, 2024. If mailing, you must submit two (2) signed and dated copies. My mailing and email addresses are noted at the bottom. The letter of compliance must detail how you plan to maintain compliance in the future in addition to how it was corrected. Please be aware any written information you submit regarding the correction of the violation is legal documentation. Therefore, it is important that all submitted information is accurate and truthful. If it is determined that submitted information was inaccurate or willfully falsified, an Administrative Action, including Revocation of the facility’s license could be issued. COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit your compliance history was 97% over an eighteen (18) month period. CHILDREN RECORDS Ten (10) percent of children’s records were monitored today, and one (1) violation was documented. There was no documentation that parents reviewed the center’s operational policies and parent participation plan for one child enrolled 4/5/23. While the form was in the child’s record it was not signed or dated by a parent to verify review. Child Care Rules require documentation of review to ensure that parents review the policies and expectations regarding operational policies and parent participation. It also gives the chance for questions to be asked. STAFF RECORDS I monitored ten (10) percent of staff records, and they were found to be in compliance with Child Care Rules. TRANSPORTATION I monitored the three (3) vans used for transportation at this facility and two (2) violations were documented. Upholstery on the second to last row in the van with the license plate CBW-1024 is torn and the foam stuffing is exposed. The upholstery must be repaired so the foam is covered and not accessible to children as it may be picked at and torn into small pieces. R. Jackson stated he will make an appointment to have the seat repaired. While checking the tread of vehicle tires, I noted that both front tire of the white van with the license plate ECB-7777 are below 2/32 of an inch and should be replaced. R. Jackson made an appointment today to have the van serviced with a mechanic. ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES You were reminded that this facility is in cohort one related to resuming the environmental rating scales (ERS). This means that the preparation year for your facility began July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The assessment year begins July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and the program must complete the RL process during that year. Since the program does not plan to participate in the ERS process through NCRLAP this will just be an assessment of staff education and program only. Ensure that all new and current staff have submitted all education to DCDEE WORKS for evaluation prior to completing the ERS. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE & REMINDERS The Clean Water for Carolina Kids program is expanding to the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids program. This is a legislatively mandated effort to address lead and asbestos hazards in North Carolina public schools, licensed child care centers, and licensed family child care homes. Participation allows facilities to meet all rule requirements for identified lead and asbestos hazards, as required by law. Rules 10A NCAC 41C .1001 through .1007 require all programs to be free of lead and asbestos hazards. RTI is coordinating all the lead in water, paint and asbestos testing and remediation. There are webinars that child care providers can watch to get instructions. Go to https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/ for more information. Currently operating child care facilities are required to test for lead in paint and asbestos once unless the consultant notes a concern during a visit and refers the program to environmental health. All existing licensed programs must complete the application summary for their program regarding lead paint and asbestos by May 1, 2024. The application is on the following website: https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/. Child care licensing requirements are established to ensure a safe and healthy child care environment. It is your responsibility to maintain compliance with all applicable laws and rules. The best way to do so is to periodically review the child care laws and rules. The current rule book dated January 1, 2024, is available at the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. There are also modules reviewing the new Child Care Rules available on Moodle, which can be found on the Division website. I recommend you frequently click the “What’s New” tab to stay informed of all updates on the DCDEE website. Please feel free to contact me at (984) 867-7089 or email at Felicia.faison@dhhs.nc.gov for questions and assistance. If needed my mailing address is PO Box 61161, Raleigh NC 27661. You may also contact Susan Fuller, Licensing Supervisor at (252) 373-9809. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09 .0601 · Violation

Name of Operation: KIDSTOWN CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Facility ID: 98000025 Consultant: KATISHA FARMER Operation Type: Center Case Number: 1123-108A Visit Date: 11/16/2023 Number Present: 43 Completed Date: 11/16/2023 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 90 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 12:00 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Complaint Visit Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of this unannounced visit was to investigate allegations of violations of childcare requirements at this childcare facility. Mckenzie Jackson, Assistant Director, accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Deborah Taylor, Director and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. No violations were observed and/or confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 508 Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. On 11/2/23, a two-year-old ate a snack in a classroom where the child's food allergy information was not posted. .0901(g) 807 A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child was exposed to a food to which the child had a known allergy when the child ate food from another's child plate. 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) 849 Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Expired medication was kept on site and not discarded or returned to the parent. .0803(12) 1914 The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities. The emergency medical care plan was not followed as the staff members responsible for determining the degree of care needed were not on site to assess the child’s condition. .0802(b)(1-2) You may contact me at Katisha Farmer, 252 373-8547, Katisha.farmer@dhhs.nc.gov or Corrie Davenport, Supervisor at Corrie.davenport@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your time. 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