Description: Our philosophy is one of guided learning by which we create developmentally, culturally and individually appropriate learning environments for children to explore. Our goal is to partner with families to support each child’s healthy growth and development, recognizing each child as their own individual.
We strongly believe that “An Early Start is a Great Start”!
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns, as the provider may have already addressed some or all issues. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-20 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-02-20 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The activity plan posted in space #1 was dated January-2024. | |||
| 2023-11-02 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-08-30 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-08-30 | Violation | 1314 | .0802(c)(2) |
| Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's file did not have a health care professional listed. | |||
| 2023-03-21 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-03-21 | Violation | 1897 | .1102(g) |
| The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One employee hired November 2022 did not have documentation for completing the training. | |||
| 2022-09-07 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-09-07 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There is an exposed root on the playground that may pose a trip hazard. | |||
| 2021-09-21 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2021-09-13 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2021-03-19 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2021-03-19 | Violation | 1044 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o) |
| Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of three years for the date of issuance). One staff member did not have a current qualification letter. The letter expired 10/9/2017. | |||
| 2020-09-21 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2020-07-16 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
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