Loading
Loading facility…
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Loading
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Home › NC › Winston-Salem › SON Shine DAY Care, Inc.
307 E Eller DR, Winston-Salem NC 27107 · License #29000135 · Center · Child Care Center
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
When they operate
Ages served
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 4/23/2026 Number Present: 62 Completed Date: 4/23/2026 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 148 Time In: 09:35 AM Time Out: 12:03 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Rated License Assessment Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of my unannounced visit was to monitor Compliance with Applicable Childcare Requirements and review your progress towards meeting all standards of the Program Assessment Pathway your facility has chosen. The last Annual Compliance was conducted on January 6, 2026. Currently this program operates with a Four-Star License issued on May 1, 2018. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the owner/director, Crystal Wilkes. Mrs. Crystal assisted me during the visit while attendance was recorded, and observations were made. The children were participating in indoor and outdoor play time. Infants were having tummy time and being held to feed. The following were monitored: Supervision, staff child ratio, CPR/First Aid training, specialized training, storage of medications, adequate and approved space, program records, and the license was posted with restrictions met. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered to maintain compliance. Violation Number Comment Rule 1805 A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. All staff were no it the ABCMS Portal. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(r) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received by my office on, or before 5:00 pm May 6, 2026. The letter should include: Each item number of noncompliance cited. Describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov . If a letter of compliance is not received at my office by 5:00 pm May 6, 2026, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The process of notifying the Division of new employees 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 given; 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 on an ongoing basis as staff members are hired and when their employment is terminated. This satisfies the requirement to notify the Division of new childcare providers working who were hired or moved into the childcare facility within five business days. 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) 814-6401 and someone will assist you. Rated License Assessment: The last Rated License Assessment was conducted as follows: The ECERS-R was completed on 5/23/18 and scored 5.64. The ITERS-R was completed 5/22/18 and scored 4.71. The SACERS-U completed 5/22/18 and scored 5.26. The average score was 5.2. During my last visit Mrs. Crystal stated that they were completing an Outreach Assessment from 3/9-4/3/26. Today we reviewed the Outreach Scores with Crystal completed in March of this year. ITERS_3 5.86 and the second ITERS-3 was 4.41 ECERS-3 4.35 SACER-U 5.23 This facility is currently meeting enhanced space and ratios. Education Requirement: Administrator- 5-star Program Coordinator-5-star Lead teachers-5-star Teachers – they are currently meeting 3 stars but today we discussed that they will all need to take an annual 1.0 CEU and two years’ experience working with children ages 0-12 to move up to a 4-star level. Ms. Crystal stated that they are all in the process of taking them. Today we discussed whether a floater is needed for ratio or just for more help in the classroom that they too should take the 1.0 CEU to be listed under the teacher’s level. Group Leaders- 4-star Once all education has been submitted to “Works” and evaluated we will then be able to determine your star level and begin the process of renewing your license. This is a priority to get all staff’s education in Works, otherwise this could hold up the processing of your renewal of your license. Family and Community Engagement Standards Communication Options: Two-way communication with families. “Two-way communication” means that the child care center shares information with families about their child(ren) and that the families may share information with the center about their child(ren) in a manner that is available and accessible to the family. Engagement and Leadership Options: The child care center offers an enrollment orientation that includes an opportunity for families and children to visit the assigned classroom and lead teachers prior to the first day of enrollment. Educational Opportunity Options: The center administrator provides paid planning time for lead teachers to prepare information for family and teacher conferences, time to conduct the conferences and supports needed to conduct conferences by telephone, virtually or in-person. Facility and Individual CQI: During today's visit we reviewed the CQI for the Facility and Individual CQI Plans for Mrs. Crystal. Only lead teachers are required to complete the Individual CQI for their classroom. Questions 1-4 will need to be completed and emailed to the consultant. Once your current goal has been achieved you will choose a new goal to work on. Today I left copies of these forms with Mrs. Crystal. Approved Curriculum: Mrs. Crystal stated and it was verified that the facility is using the approved “Creative Curriculum”. Program Assessment Self Study: Self-study using applicable ERS scores or “Thinking About More” for all classrooms will need to be conducted. There must be a start date and end date noted on the self-study. This self-study has a three-month requirement. Program Assessment requirements are as follows for a four-star level: Program assessments are conducted with an average score of 3.5 for ITERS-3 and ECERS-3 and an average score of 4.0 for SACERS-U. Compliance History: An updated compliance history score was run on 4/22/26, which showed a current compliance history of 98%. Today I left a “Rated License Request” form with you. When you are ready please complete the form and return it to me. It appears that the program will meet and maintain all standards for a Four-Star Child-Care License once all education has been submitted and evaluated and all assessment scores have met the requirement score levels. RESOURCES: Please visit the “Works” website at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/services/dcdee-works to submit all education requirements. Contact the Workforce Education Unit for assistance: Monday- Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone: 919-814-6350 or Toll-Free 1-800-859-0829 Email: dcdee.works@dhhs.nc.gov . 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. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov . Thank you for all that you do to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from North Carolina's child care licensing agency on Jul 9, 2026 · Report an error
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2025 Number Present: 82 Completed Date: 7/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 12 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 21, 2025, and received a “Approved” classification with 23 demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on January 22, 2025, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on July 16, 2025. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on June 17, 2025. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on June 13, 2025. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the center director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walk-through of the facility, where attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines diaper changes and free play in centers. The school age classes were leaving on a field trip to Chucky Cheese. Today, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, which included license posted, permit restrictions, supervision, staff/child ratio, qualified criminal background checks, staff training and general safety. Today I could not monitor the buses because school age was on a field trip. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 5 the lesson plan was dated 7/7-7/11/25. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space 5 the blinds were broken and in need of replacement. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received to my office on, or before 5:00 PM August 6, 2025. The letter should include each item number of noncompliance cited, describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov. If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM August 6, 2025, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. Technical Assistance: Today we discussed that all classrooms should be checked on a weekly basis for broken toys and furnishings. Lesson plans should be posted every Monday morning for parents to view what their child is learning for the week. This also gives the parent the opportunity to extend that while learning at home. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. UPDATES: Checkout our “What’s New” at DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov . Reminders: First aid and CPR training will expire on 10/25. A. Allison, L. Beechy, R. Brown, S. Faucette, A. Hall, K. Moore, C. Rockwell, M. Sapp C. Seacrest, S. Seenanan expires 8/25 Qualifying letters for the following staff will expire: J. Fine 10/16/25 A. Hall 12/16/25 Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/25/2025 Number Present: 82 Completed Date: 7/25/2025 Age: From 0 To 12 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 09:50 AM Time Out: 12:05 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements. This facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on January 21, 2025, and received a “Approved” classification with 23 demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on January 22, 2025, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on July 16, 2025. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on June 17, 2025. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on June 13, 2025. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the center director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walk-through of the facility, where attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines diaper changes and free play in centers. The school age classes were leaving on a field trip to Chucky Cheese. Today, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, which included license posted, permit restrictions, supervision, staff/child ratio, qualified criminal background checks, staff training and general safety. Today I could not monitor the buses because school age was on a field trip. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 415 A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space 5 the lesson plan was dated 7/7-7/11/25. GS 110-91(12);.0508(a) 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space 5 the blinds were broken and in need of replacement. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received to my office on, or before 5:00 PM August 6, 2025. The letter should include each item number of noncompliance cited, describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov. If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM August 6, 2025, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Please be aware that any information received during this monitoring visit and any violations cited may be included in any future administrative actions. Violations of child care requirements, particularly repeated violations, could result in a civil penalty and/or administrative action that could jeopardize the status of the license for the child care facility. Technical Assistance: Today we discussed that all classrooms should be checked on a weekly basis for broken toys and furnishings. Lesson plans should be posted every Monday morning for parents to view what their child is learning for the week. This also gives the parent the opportunity to extend that while learning at home. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. UPDATES: Checkout our “What’s New” at DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov . Reminders: First aid and CPR training will expire on 10/25. A. Allison, L. Beechy, R. Brown, S. Faucette, A. Hall, K. Moore, C. Rockwell, M. Sapp C. Seacrest, S. Seenanan expires 8/25 Qualifying letters for the following staff will expire: J. Fine 10/16/25 A. Hall 12/16/25 Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
10A NCAC 09 .1002 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 01:05 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 complete an annual monitoring of Applicable Child Care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on February 19, 2024. The facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed on January 21, 2025, with an “Approved" classification and (23) demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on January 2, 2025, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on January 28, 2025. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on December 30, 2024. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on January 3, 2025. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walkthrough of the facility where attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines, and indoor free play. Infants were having tummy time and resting. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The North Carolina Department of the Secretary’s website was used to check the status of the corporation on January 27, 2025 (Son Shine Day Care, Inc.) is current and active. During today's visit, I completed a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements; license posted, restrictions maintained, staff/child ratio and adequate approved space. Program Records and Criminal Background Checks were also monitored. Staff and Children’s files were monitored as well as Emergency Drills, Medication, Playground Inspections and Transportation. Buses are used for transporting school age children only. Today, I monitored a GMC 3500 school bus, tag number CCN-2898 that expires on November 30, 2025. This bus had a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on it. This bus did have a ripped seat in the back on the right that is in need of repair. The tires were in good repair although the front right tire is worn and should be monitored. The second vehicle, a GMC 3500 bus that was recently purchased but not currently in use. This vehicle still has South Carolina tags on it. Mrs. Wilkes stated that they are waiting for the title to come to get it registered with the state of North Carolina DMV. All the vehicles are insured through Utica Nation Insurance Company, and it expires in November of 2025. Children's contact information and photos were all up to date. Both vehicles have a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kits in them. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space 2 there were foam blocks that had bite marks on them and large pieces missing. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. On the GMS bus tag number CCN-2898 a seat cover was ripped and exposed foam was showing. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received by my office on, or before 5:00 PM February 11, 2025. The letter should include: Each item number of noncompliance cited. Describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov. If a compliance letter is not received at my office by 5:00 PM February 11, 2025, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. Technical Assistance: During today’s visit we discussed the following items: The GMC 3500 bus with tag number CCN-2898 right front tire is worn and should be monitored. This bus had a ripped backing on the seat cover. This was found on the right side of the bus on the last seat. This will need to be repaired. Today when I was washing my hands in space 3 the water was very warm. I tested the water temperature, and the water did go up to 111 for just a second. Water temperatures can fluctuate when toilets are flushing in the building so, please keep testing your water temperatures on a weekly basis. Water temperatures must be maintained between 80-110. This may need to be addressed if this continues to prevent scalding when children or staff wash their hands. In space 2 there were foam blocks with bite marks on them and large chunks missing where children had bitten them off. Please remove all blocks with bite marks on them. This can be a choking hazard for young children. Ms. Wilkes and I discussed other types of replacement blocks for this age group. Today we discussed that several staff members first aid and CPR trainings will expire this year. Mrs. Wilkes stated that they have already booked a training course on February 11, 2025. At this time no staff members are expired in first aid and CPR. Reminder: K. Bridgman's criminal record check will expire this year in December. A. Hall will also expire in December of this year. D. Truel will need to complete her health and safety training before September of 2025. K. Moore -ITS -SIDS training will expire in June of 2025. M. Sapp -ITS-SIDS training will expire in May of 2025. UPDATES: COVID-19 INFORMATION: Please check our website for the latest Covid-19 information. DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. RESOURCES: -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . -For upcoming ongoing training opportunities please visit your local Smart Start agency at: https://partnershipforchildren.org. We discussed each of the violations cited today at the closing of the visit. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 1/29/2025 Number Present: 56 Completed Date: 1/29/2025 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 225 Time In: 09:20 AM Time Out: 01:05 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 complete an annual monitoring of Applicable Child Care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on February 19, 2024. The facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed on January 21, 2025, with an “Approved" classification and (23) demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on January 2, 2025, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on January 28, 2025. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on December 30, 2024. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on January 3, 2025. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walkthrough of the facility where attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines, and indoor free play. Infants were having tummy time and resting. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The North Carolina Department of the Secretary’s website was used to check the status of the corporation on January 27, 2025 (Son Shine Day Care, Inc.) is current and active. During today's visit, I completed a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements; license posted, restrictions maintained, staff/child ratio and adequate approved space. Program Records and Criminal Background Checks were also monitored. Staff and Children’s files were monitored as well as Emergency Drills, Medication, Playground Inspections and Transportation. Buses are used for transporting school age children only. Today, I monitored a GMC 3500 school bus, tag number CCN-2898 that expires on November 30, 2025. This bus had a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on it. This bus did have a ripped seat in the back on the right that is in need of repair. The tires were in good repair although the front right tire is worn and should be monitored. The second vehicle, a GMC 3500 bus that was recently purchased but not currently in use. This vehicle still has South Carolina tags on it. Mrs. Wilkes stated that they are waiting for the title to come to get it registered with the state of North Carolina DMV. All the vehicles are insured through Utica Nation Insurance Company, and it expires in November of 2025. Children's contact information and photos were all up to date. Both vehicles have a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kits in them. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space 2 there were foam blocks that had bite marks on them and large pieces missing. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 1123 All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. On the GMS bus tag number CCN-2898 a seat cover was ripped and exposed foam was showing. 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received by my office on, or before 5:00 PM February 11, 2025. The letter should include: Each item number of noncompliance cited. Describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov. If a compliance letter is not received at my office by 5:00 PM February 11, 2025, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. Technical Assistance: During today’s visit we discussed the following items: The GMC 3500 bus with tag number CCN-2898 right front tire is worn and should be monitored. This bus had a ripped backing on the seat cover. This was found on the right side of the bus on the last seat. This will need to be repaired. Today when I was washing my hands in space 3 the water was very warm. I tested the water temperature, and the water did go up to 111 for just a second. Water temperatures can fluctuate when toilets are flushing in the building so, please keep testing your water temperatures on a weekly basis. Water temperatures must be maintained between 80-110. This may need to be addressed if this continues to prevent scalding when children or staff wash their hands. In space 2 there were foam blocks with bite marks on them and large chunks missing where children had bitten them off. Please remove all blocks with bite marks on them. This can be a choking hazard for young children. Ms. Wilkes and I discussed other types of replacement blocks for this age group. Today we discussed that several staff members first aid and CPR trainings will expire this year. Mrs. Wilkes stated that they have already booked a training course on February 11, 2025. At this time no staff members are expired in first aid and CPR. Reminder: K. Bridgman's criminal record check will expire this year in December. A. Hall will also expire in December of this year. D. Truel will need to complete her health and safety training before September of 2025. K. Moore -ITS -SIDS training will expire in June of 2025. M. Sapp -ITS-SIDS training will expire in May of 2025. UPDATES: COVID-19 INFORMATION: Please check our website for the latest Covid-19 information. DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. RESOURCES: -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ . -For upcoming ongoing training opportunities please visit your local Smart Start agency at: https://partnershipforchildren.org. We discussed each of the violations cited today at the closing of the visit. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
G.S. 110-90 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: SUSAN BROWN Operation Type: Center Case Number: 0824-405A Visit Date: 9/3/2024 Number Present: 50 Completed Date: 9/3/2024 Age: From 0 To 5 Total Minutes: 250 Time In: 11:40 AM Time Out: 03:50 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 child care requirements at this child care facility. Crystal Wilkes, administrator accompanied me during a walk-through of the facility. During the visit, I discussed the allegations with Ms. Wilkes and additional staff members. Limited monitoring of child care requirements occurred during today’s visit. The following violations were confirmed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On three occasions staff members walked by the classroom for two and three year old children and had to intervened because the only staff member in the room was unaware of the children's activities. Staff walking by intervened to stop children from standing on a bookshelf and jumping off the shelf onto the floor and a couch, a staff member stopped a child from jumping off a table, and staff stopped several children from filling up bowls and buckets with water and dumping them on the carpet. .1801(a)(1-5) 830 A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information. The first aid poster didn't include required information about treating cuts or head injuries. .0802(h) 1802 The child care provider and/or household member who incurred pending charges, indictments, or convictions since their last qualification letter was issued by the Division, did not notify the operator of these charges within five business days or before returning to work. The operator did not notify the Division of these pending charges, indictments, or convictions within one business day of being notified by the child care provider or household member. A staff member told the administrator they had a criminal charge but the administrator failed to notify the Division. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(m) Violations must be corrected immediately. Within one week 09/10/24, you must submit documentation of the corrections you made and your plan to maintain compliance with the identified child care requirements to me Susan Brown, investigations consultant at Susan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov. You may contact me at Susan Brown, investigations consultant at Susan.Brown@dhhs.nc.gov, (704) 533-2037 or Elizabeth Nichols, investigations supervisor at elizabeth.nichols@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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
GS 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 7/30/2024 Number Present: 83 Completed Date: 7/30/2024 Age: From 0 To 10 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 11:15 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Center Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today's Routine Unannounced visit was to monitor compliance for applicable child care requirements. This facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was conducted on July 26, 2024, and received an “Superior” classification with 8 demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on October 29, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on July 25, 2024. The last Lock Down/Shelter-in-Place was on July 19, 2024. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on February 5, 2024. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the center the assistant Lisa Beechy, and the director, Crystal Wilkes came an hour later. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walk-through of the facility, where attendance was documented, and observations made. In the infant classroom babies were being held to be fed by their teachers and infants having tummy time on the floor. Two groups were outside playing, and children were having free play in centers inside. Two school age classrooms were on a field trip to the pool. Today, a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted, which included license posted, permit restrictions, supervision, staff/child ratio, qualified criminal background checks, staff training and general safety. The following violations were observed during today’s visit and technical assistance was offered. Violation Number Comment Rule 303 Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Upon my arrival there was a school age child walking the halls with no teacher. .1801(a)(1-5) 428 A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In the four and five year old room there was a lesson plan dated May 13-17. GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) 507 A private water supply was used by the center and it had not been tested by or did not meet the requirements of the Commission for Public Health. When I went to turn on the water to wash my hands in the toddler room there was no hot water. The hot water had been turned off and in the twos classroom as well under the sink. .0901(e) 541 The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. In the infant classroom there was a feeding schedule that was not signed or dated by the parent. .0902(a) 859 Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection was on February 16, 2024. .0605(q) 1876 A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. When I arrived there was a teacher speaking very roughly to a child in the three and four year old classroom. .1803(a)(9) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received at my office on, or before 5:00 pm August 12, 2024. The letter should include each item’s number of noncompliance cited, describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov. If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 pm August 12, 2024, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. Technical Assistance: Today we discussed the hot water was not turned on in the toddler and twos classroom. When the hot water was turned on the water became very hot very quickly. We discussed possibly adjusting the hot water tank to bring temperatures to between 80-110 in the classroom sinks and 140 in the kitchen. Children must have hot water to control germs and bacteria. Today when I arrived there was a school age child walking the halls with no teacher present. The director stated that it was her granddaughter, but children cannot be left alone unattended. Also, when I arrived there was a teacher in the three- and four-year-old classroom speaking very rough to a child. Staff need to be aware of their tones when working with young children. The director stated that she will speak to this teacher. Please make sure that all infant feeding schedules are signed and dated by the parent on the first day of school. Lesson plans should be current for parents to be informed of what their children are learning about. Playground inspections keep children safe from harm and are a vital part of knowing what repairs are necessary. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. COVID-19 INFORMATION UPDATES: Center for Disease Control and Prevention new guidelines as of March 1, 2024. If you, your staff, or the children you care for should test positive for COVID-19, the CDC has given out new guidelines to follow. If you have a fever the CDC recommends self-isolation for 24 hours or longer, until you are fever free without any fever reducers. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do, to serve the children and families of North Carolina If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
10A NCAC 09 .0604 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/19/2024 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 2/19/2024 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:55 AM 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 complete an annual monitoring of Applicable Child Care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 1, 2023. The facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed on February 16, 2024, with a "Approved" classification and (18) demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on September 29, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on February 8, 2024. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on January 19, 2024. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on February 10, 2024. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walkthrough of the facility where, attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines, indoor free play, and outdoor activities. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The North Carolina Department of the Secretary’s website was used to check the status of the corporation on February 17, 2024. The Son Shine Day Care Inc. is current and active. During today's visit, I completed a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements; license posted, restrictions maintained, staff/child ratio and adequate approved space. Program Records, Criminal Background Checks were also monitored. Staff and Children’s files were monitored as well as Emergency Drills, Medication, Playground Inspections and Transportation. Today, I monitored a GM 3500 school bus, tag number CCN-2898 that expires in November 2024. This bus had a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on it. The second vehicle a Ford Club wagon was monitored tag number TFC-8663 it expires March of 2024. There was a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on the bus however, this fire extinguisher was checked back in 2019. Please make sure you have the extinguisher checked by your local service person for your fire extinguishers. All the vehicles are insured through Utica Nation Insurance Company, and it expires in November of 2024. Children's contact information and photos were all up to date. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. A broken screen was hanging down outside of classroom 3. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 819 Materials used for starting fires, such as matches, lighters and accelerants were not kept in locked storage. On the Ford Club Wagon van I found a match book in the front cup holder. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(g) 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 cabinet in classroom 5 was unlocked with a teachers purse in it. .2820(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received by my office on, or before 5:00 PM March 1, 2024. The letter should include: Each item number of noncompliance cited. Describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov . If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM March 1, 2024, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. Technical Assistance: Please make sure all staff have their purses in a locked cabinet at all times. Today we discussed having fire extinguishers checked in the vehicles that are transporting children. We discussed that no one should be smoking in the vans that transport children. I did not smell smoke in the van however, a book of matches were in the cup holder. There is one staff member that needs to complete their Health and Safety classes before June of 2024. UPDATES: -Current Rated Licenses are still in a ‘hold harmless’ state until June 30, 2024. It has been determined that your facility is in Cohort 2. This means your prep year is from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year is from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Please make sure that all your staff’s education is in “Works” located on the Division of Child Development website at //ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. During your preparation year you can request the Environmental Rating Scales and you determine how and when to use the scores. COVID-19 INFORMATION: Please check our website for the latest Covid-19 information. DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov MOODLE: Any teachers, current or new hires can test out of NCECC by accessing the link below and placing in their username and password. You must receive a score of 80% or higher and can only be taken twice. If you fail twice you must enroll in an EDU 119 course at a local community college. https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ -The Health and Safety Trainings are now being offered on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ free of charge. Look for the ‘DCDEE Moodle’ tab under the ‘Services’ tab on the website. Health and Safety Trainings should be renewed every five (5) years. RESOURCES: -Please visit the NCRLAP website for resources and videos on how to prepare for the assessment at www.NCRLAP.org. -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ For upcoming ongoing training opportunities please visit your local Smart Start agency at: https://partnershipforchildren.org. We discussed each of the violations cited today at the closing of the visit. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do, to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
G.S. 110-91 · Violation
Name of Operation: SON SHINE DAY CARE, INC. Facility ID: 29000135 Consultant: RENA MCCAFFREY Operation Type: Center Case Number: Visit Date: 2/19/2024 Number Present: 66 Completed Date: 2/19/2024 Age: From 0 To 11 Total Minutes: 175 Time In: 09:00 AM Time Out: 11:55 AM 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 complete an annual monitoring of Applicable Child Care requirements. The last Annual Compliance visit was conducted on March 1, 2023. The facility currently operates with a Four-Star Child Care License that was issued on January 30, 2019. The last Sanitation Inspection was completed on February 16, 2024, with a "Approved" classification and (18) demerits. The last Fire Inspection was conducted on September 29, 2023, and the facility was approved for daytime care only. The last Fire Drill was conducted on February 8, 2024. The last Lock Down/ Shelter-in-Place was on January 19, 2024. The last Playground Inspection was conducted on February 10, 2024. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the director, Crystal Wilkes. I stated the purpose of my visit and was assisted on a walkthrough of the facility where, attendance was documented, and observations made. The children were observed participating in routines, indoor free play, and outdoor activities. A checklist was used to note the requirements I monitored today. The North Carolina Department of the Secretary’s website was used to check the status of the corporation on February 17, 2024. The Son Shine Day Care Inc. is current and active. During today's visit, I completed a full assessment of applicable Child Care Requirements; license posted, restrictions maintained, staff/child ratio and adequate approved space. Program Records, Criminal Background Checks were also monitored. Staff and Children’s files were monitored as well as Emergency Drills, Medication, Playground Inspections and Transportation. Today, I monitored a GM 3500 school bus, tag number CCN-2898 that expires in November 2024. This bus had a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on it. The second vehicle a Ford Club wagon was monitored tag number TFC-8663 it expires March of 2024. There was a mounted fire extinguisher and first aid kit on the bus however, this fire extinguisher was checked back in 2019. Please make sure you have the extinguisher checked by your local service person for your fire extinguishers. All the vehicles are insured through Utica Nation Insurance Company, and it expires in November of 2024. Children's contact information and photos were all up to date. The following violations were observed during today’s visit. Violation Number Comment Rule 721 All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. A broken screen was hanging down outside of classroom 3. G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) 819 Materials used for starting fires, such as matches, lighters and accelerants were not kept in locked storage. On the Ford Club Wagon van I found a match book in the front cup holder. 10A NCAC 09 .0604(g) 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 cabinet in classroom 5 was unlocked with a teachers purse in it. .2820(b) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A Corrective Action Letter must be drafted with the name of your facility, the facility identification number, and your signature. The letter must be received by my office on, or before 5:00 PM March 1, 2024. The letter should include: Each item number of noncompliance cited. Describe how and when the violations were corrected. Please include accompanying documentation of compliance. The letter can be emailed to rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov . If a compliance letter is not received to my office by 5:00 PM March 1, 2024, a return visit may be conducted to ensure the violations cited have been corrected or addressed. Additional violation may be documented if each violation has not been properly corrected or otherwise addressed. You and your staff were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all child care requirements. Child care licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. Technical Assistance: Please make sure all staff have their purses in a locked cabinet at all times. Today we discussed having fire extinguishers checked in the vehicles that are transporting children. We discussed that no one should be smoking in the vans that transport children. I did not smell smoke in the van however, a book of matches were in the cup holder. There is one staff member that needs to complete their Health and Safety classes before June of 2024. UPDATES: -Current Rated Licenses are still in a ‘hold harmless’ state until June 30, 2024. It has been determined that your facility is in Cohort 2. This means your prep year is from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Your reassessment year is from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. Please make sure that all your staff’s education is in “Works” located on the Division of Child Development website at //ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. During your preparation year you can request the Environmental Rating Scales and you determine how and when to use the scores. COVID-19 INFORMATION: Please check our website for the latest Covid-19 information. DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov MOODLE: Any teachers, current or new hires can test out of NCECC by accessing the link below and placing in their username and password. You must receive a score of 80% or higher and can only be taken twice. If you fail twice you must enroll in an EDU 119 course at a local community college. https://www.dcdee.moodle.nc.gov/ -The Health and Safety Trainings are now being offered on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/ free of charge. Look for the ‘DCDEE Moodle’ tab under the ‘Services’ tab on the website. Health and Safety Trainings should be renewed every five (5) years. RESOURCES: -Please visit the NCRLAP website for resources and videos on how to prepare for the assessment at www.NCRLAP.org. -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/ For upcoming ongoing training opportunities please visit your local Smart Start agency at: https://partnershipforchildren.org. We discussed each of the violations cited today at the closing of the visit. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. If you have further questions or concerns, I can be reached at rena.mccaffrey@dhhs.nc.gov or by calling; 336-580-5670. You may also contact my supervisor, Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for all that you do, to serve the children and families of North Carolina. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.