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1ST START CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.
Fayetteville, NC
· Cumberland County
1425 MCARTHUR ROAD,
Fayetteville, NC 28311
Quick Facts
Capacity
32 children
Age Range
0 through 12
Transportation
Yes
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4
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Contact Information
📞 (910) 488-8881
Licensed Four Star Center License
Active License
License Number
26002287
License Holder
1ST START CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.
License Issued
Jan 20, 2023
Issued By
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
District Office
North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
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About the Provider
1ST START CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. is a Four Star Center License in FAYETTEVILLE NC, with a maximum capacity of 32 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 through 12. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-04-28 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A loose plank was observed on the ramp that leads from Space #3 to the outdoor learning environment. | |||
| 2026-04-28 | Violation | 1052 | .1103(a) |
| Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One staff member did not complete the required amount of annual ongoing training hours based on her education and experience (20 Hours Required; 12 Hours Received). | |||
| 2026-04-28 | Violation | 1232 | 10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) |
| Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Six staff members did not have an annual staff evaluation on file. | |||
| 2025-11-24 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-05-08 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In the vehicle used to transport children, a bottle of engine oil cleaner was stored on the floor, under the back seat. When this was brought to the director's attention, she immediately had an employee remove the item from the vehicle and place it in locked storage. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, foam blocks were accessible to children under three years of age. When this was brought to the director's attention, she immediately took the foam blocks out of Space #2 and placed them in closet storage. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1101 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(e)(1) |
| The driver was not at least 21 years old or a licensed bus driver. Khalil Hasan, Lead Teacher and Driver, was not at least 21 years old. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1115 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(c) |
| First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area. The director asked an employee to transpor children from their public school to the facility in their personal vehicle. A first aid kit and fire extinguisher were not in the employee's personal vehicle. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1124 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) |
| Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. The director asked an employee to transport children from their public school to the facility in their personal vehicle. Emergency and identifying information for each child being transported was not in the employee's personal vehicle. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1127 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(l) |
| For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not have a list of the children being transported. The director asked an employee to transport children from their public school to the facility in their personal vehicle. A list of children being transported was not in the employee's personal vehicle. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1128 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(l) |
| For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not use the list to document attendance as children boarded and departed the vehicle. The director asked an employee to transport children from their public school to the facility in their personal vehicle. A transportation list was not available for review or used to document attendance of children boarding and exiting the vehicle. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1421 | .2506(c) |
| Hazardous items, materials, and equipment such as archery equipment, hand and power tools, nails, chemicals, or propane stoves were not used under adult supervision. In the vehicle used to transport children, a pair of pliers was stored on the floor, in front of the second row of seats. When this was brought to the director's attention, she immediately had an employee remove the item from the vehicle and place it in locked storage. | |||
| 2025-05-08 | Violation | 1834 | .0801(b) |
| Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. On one child's (A.W.) medical file, the parent/guardian documented asthma as a health concern. However, an asthma action plan or additional medical documentation was not on file. | |||
| 2025-03-19 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | 0225-028A |
| 2025-03-19 | Violation | 902 | G.S. 110-91(10) |
| Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs. A staff member failed to place an eleven-month-old child appropriately on a cot during naptime by grabbing the child by the left arm and leg multiple times. | |||
| 2025-03-19 | Violation | 1756 | 10A NCAC 09 .2818 |
| Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. On January 29, 2025, staff members failed to comply with enhanced staff/child ratios when one staff member was responsible for the care of seven infants. | |||
| 2025-02-10 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | 0225-028A |
| 2025-02-10 | Violation | 301 | GS 110-91(7);.0713(a-d) |
| Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. Staff member was observed alone in the classroom with seven infant children during naptime. | |||
| 2024-11-14 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-11-14 | Violation | 1893 | 10A NCAC 09 .1102(c-e); 10A NCAC 09 .1105(3) |
| Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training. One staff member (B.D.) used distance learning to complete First Aid and CPR training. | |||
| 2024-11-14 | Violation | 9998 | |
| A violation was found for which there is no item number. The administrator did not complete lead-in-water testing within three years of the facility's previous lead-in-water test. According to the facility's records, the most recent lead-in-water test was completed on June 24, 2021. The Legal Designee had documentation that verified she has taken the Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids training on September 24, 2024, and she is waiting for the agency to send her the testing kit. This is a violation of a requirement in 15A NCAC 18A .2816(b). | |||
| 2024-11-14 | Violation | 9999 | |
| A violation was found for which there is no item number. In Space #4, a diapering procedures poster, containing instructions for proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing, was not posted in the diapering area. This is a violation of a requirement in 15A NCAC 18A .2819(h). | |||
| 2024-05-21 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-05-21 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In Space #2, two packs of wipes, labeled "keep out of reach of children", were stored on cubby shelves, below five feet from the finished floor. The director immediately removed the packs of wipes and placed them in a cabinet above five feet from the finished floor. | |||
| 2024-05-21 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #2, plastic bags containing clothing were stored on cubby shelves, below five feet from the finished floor. The director immediately removed the plastic bags and placed them into a cabinet that was above five feet from the finished floor. | |||
| 2024-05-21 | Violation | 1032 | 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) |
| Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Tina Danzy, Teacher, did not have a medical report on file prior to her employment date (DOE: 5/21/2024). | |||
| 2024-02-14 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 0124-289L |
| 2024-02-02 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | 0124-289L |
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 1032 | 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) |
| Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. Jocelyn Wilson, Teacher, did not have a health assessment completed prior to the first day of employment (Medical Report Completed: 2/01/2024; Date of Employment: 1/26/2024). | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Michael McMillian, Teacher, did not have a Criminal Background Check completed prior to the first day of employment (CBC Qualifying Letter Issued: 1/28/2024; Date of Employment: 1/25/2024). A copy of M. McMillian's CBC qualifying letter was printed during today's visit and placed into his staff file. | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 1756 | 10A NCAC 09 .2818 |
| Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. During the interview process, it was determined that Michael McMillian, a staff member who was not yet qualified, was left alone in Space #4 with five children. During today's visit, the staff/child ratios were observed in compliance. | |||
| 2024-02-02 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Michael McMillian, Teacher, did not have a valid Criminal Background Check qualification letter on file. A copy of M. McMillian's CBC qualification letter was printed from the ABCMS website and placed into his staff file during today's visit. | |||
| 2023-11-07 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-05-30 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-05-30 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the playground, wooden planks on the fence were disconnected, creating an opening in the fence and exposing loose nails. | |||
| 2023-05-30 | Violation | 830 | .0802(h) |
| 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. A first aid information sheet was not posted in the facility. | |||
| 2023-05-30 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space #3, plastic bags were accessible to children under three years of age. | |||
| 2023-01-25 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-01-18 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 316 | 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(5) |
| Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older. One child, 3 months of age, was grouped with children 2 years of age. | |||
| 2023-01-18 | Violation | 1739 | .2318(1-8) |
| All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division. A file for a new staff member L. Thomas present during today's visit were not available for review. | |||
| 2022-12-05 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-11-22 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-10-25 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-09-28 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-09-28 | Violation | 1301 | GS 110-91(9) |
| Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance Attendance records, sign in and sign out sheets, did not match the enrollment information received during consultants' visits on June 10, 2022, and September 7, 2022. Based on the times recorded on the sign- in/ sheets on June 10, 2022, 17 children were signed in before 10am. However, whenever consultants arrived at the facility at 9am only 5 children were present. Based on the times recorded on the sign- in/ sheets on September 7, 2022, 8 children were signed in before 10am. However, whenever consultants arrived at the facility at 9am only 3 children were present. | |||
| 2022-09-07 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-07-26 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-07-06 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-06-23 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-06-23 | Violation | 303 | .1801(a)(1-5) |
| Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Children from space#3 and space#4 were unsupervised in the hallway between classrooms. | |||
| 2022-06-10 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-06-10 | Violation | 1811 | .0604(u);.0302(d)(8) |
| Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last shelter-in-place or lockdown drill were not documented or completed. | |||
| 2022-06-10 | Violation | 705 | .0601(c) |
| Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Located in space#3, accessible to children a small couch in the reading center displayed foam, a mirror placed on top of the sand/water table had a crack and chip. Located in space #4, accessible to children a small refrigerator used to store formula were not sturdy. | |||
| 2022-06-10 | Violation | 1756 | 10A NCAC 09 .2818 |
| Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. One child was present in Space #1 with a volunteer and no additional staff was present in the space. A volunteer may not be counted in staff/child ratio per Child Care Rule 10A NCAC 09 .0102(52). | |||
| 2022-06-06 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-05-16 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-05-16 | Violation | 811 | .0604(a) |
| Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. Located in space#4,on a rocking chair a purse was accessible to children in care. | |||
| 2022-05-16 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space# 3, a current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference, activity plan was dated April 19-23, 2022. In space #4, activity plan was dated May 9-13, 2022. | |||
| 2022-05-16 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The exit door stairs outside of space #3, a wooden slate was missing from railing. | |||
| 2022-05-03 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-05-03 | Violation | 1831 | .01102 (f) |
| At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care. In space#4, at least one staff member who has completed ITS-SIDS was not present in the infant room during today's visit. | |||
| 2022-04-22 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-04-22 | Violation | 451 | .0510(e)(4) |
| For children under three years of age, an open area that allows freedom of movement was not available, both indoors or outdoors. On March 29, 2022, a child under three years of age was not allowed to move freely throughout the space for an hour. The child was restricted to a highchair in space#1 from 9:37am-10:36am. | |||
| 2022-04-22 | Violation | 303 | .1801(a)(1-5) |
| Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Based on interviews and information gathered, On March 29, 2022, a child was left inside unsupervised. Throughout today's visit, children were not adequately supervised, children were in and out of space#1, #2, and #3. Dr. Hasan was seen at her vehicle upon consultant arrival. | |||
| 2022-04-12 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-03-22 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-03-16 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 1894 | .1102(c-d) |
| At least one staff member was not present who had successfully completed First Aid and/or CPR training when children were in care. Unqualified staff M.J. transported children from school to the facility. Staff does not have CPR and First Aid training on file. | |||
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 303 | .1801(a)(1-5) |
| Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Two school-age children were located in Space #1 and #2 while unqualified staff member left the classrooms and walked down the hallway to place an item in the staff restroom. The Lead Teacher was located in Space #3 with additional children. School-age children were left unattended. | |||
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 1006 | .0714(a) |
| One or more persons who met the qualifications for administrator were not on site for number of hours per week required by capacity of center. According to the Corrective Action Plan Stipulations #3, a qualified Administrator is to be on-site during all operating hours. Identified Administrator was not on the premises. Repeat Violation. | |||
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Repeat Violation. Montasia Jones transported children, prepared snack and was on the premises since 8:30 am today. | |||
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Montasia Jones does not have a qualification letter on file. Repeat Violation. | |||
| 2022-03-16 | Violation | 1809 | G.S. 110-105.6(d) |
| The facility operator did not complete the corrective action as specified by the Division. The Corrective Action Plan Stipulation #1, #3 and #4 were not in compliance. | |||
| 2022-03-15 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-03-15 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Montasia Jones does not have a qualification letter on file. | |||
| 2022-03-15 | Violation | 1006 | .0714(a) |
| One or more persons who met the qualifications for administrator were not on site for number of hours per week required by capacity of center. According to Corrective Action Plan Stipulation #3 a qualified administrator is to be on-site during all operating hours. Identified Administrator was not on the premise. | |||
| 2022-03-15 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Montasia Jones does not have a qualification letter on file. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 1033 | .0701(a) |
| On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. J.M (DOH 2/28/2022) did not have TB documentation on file. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 306 | .0713(a)(7) |
| When children under the age of two were in care, the only caregiver required to meet the staff/child ratio was responsible for other duties besides direct child care. Administrator served as the Lead Teacher in Space #4 during today's visit. The one-year-old child walked with the Administrator throughout the facility. The child sat in highchair outside the kitchen area but was able to be supervised while lunch was prepared. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 318 | 10A NCAC 09 .0713(a)(6) |
| Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.The one-year-old child was taken to Space#3 while the caregiver went into the kitchen to prepare child something to drink. Children in Space #3 were 3-4 years old. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 447 | .0511 (a) |
| For children under two years of age, time and space for sleeping, eating, toileting, diaper changing, and playing was not provided according to child's needs. The one-year-old child was not engaged in play activities, child rubbed eyes and displayed signs of being tired while accompanied Administrator with task outside the classroom. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The wooden fence has broken slats accessible to children. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The chain linked fence was protruding at the bottom creating an opening and potential hazards for children. The gate around the A/C unit was open and unlocked. The gate was closed during the visit but unable to be locked. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. Located in space #2 , two cans of Lysol disinfectant spray were stored in a unlocked cabinet. Accessible to children, a container of disinfectant wipes were stored under the handwashing sink. | |||
| 2022-02-02 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
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