Excel Xi - Swansboro NC Five Star Center License

168 QUEEN'S CREEK ROAD , SWANSBORO NC 28584
(910) 325-0124

About the Provider

Description: The purpose of Excel Learning Center is to provide excellence in children's early learning. We strive to give children the background and formative experiences that enable them to become confident, strong, social and independent young adults. Their experience at Excel Learning Center will be grounded in Christian Values and shaped within the framework of the highest moral standards. We commit to partner with parents in providing the opportunity for every child to reach their highest potential and give back to the community by producing responsible leaders and citizens.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 67001184
  • Capacity: 201
  • Age Range: 0 through 12
  • State Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • District Office: North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
  • District Office Phone: (919) 662-4499 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Violations Rule
2023-08-09 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2023-08-09 Violation 114 GS 110-102
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center. One out of the twenty children's files reviewed did not include a signed acknowledgement statement from the parent.
2023-08-09 Violation 618 15A NCAC 18A .2819(b)
Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. In space #3, there were two beach towels, children's wet clothes, and a large yellow bin located on top of the diaper changing table.
2023-08-09 Violation 619 15A NCAC 18A .2819(c)
Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use. In space #4, dirt was observed around the inside edge of the diaper changing table.
2023-08-09 Violation 1203 10A NCAC 09 .0514(b)
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes. Three out of the twenty children's records reviewed did not include a signed acknowledgement statement from the parent.
2023-08-09 Violation 1324 .1804(c)
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. One out of the twenty children's records reviewed did not include a signed acknowledgement statement from the parent.
2023-08-09 Violation 1908 .0608(b)(1-6)
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information. Four out of the twenty children's records reviewed did not include a signed acknowledgement statement from the parent.
2023-03-22 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2023-03-22 Violation 807 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a)
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The bottom of the chain link fence was detached and broken from the bottom metal pole causing protruding sharp edges.
2023-03-22 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 classroom space #3, plastic bags (Ziploc and grocery) were observed in an uncovered bin in the bathroom used by children.
2023-03-22 Violation 1048 .1102(c)
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Two staff members have not completed first Aid within 90 days of hire.
2023-03-22 Violation 1049 .1102(d)
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Two staff members have not completed CPR within 90 days of hire.
2023-03-22 Violation 1830 .0604(v)
Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle). In classroom #3, diapers/pullups were located in an uncovered, unlined trash can in the bathroom assessible to the children.
2022-12-22 Unannounced Inspection No
2022-10-12 Unannounced Inspection No

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