Five Star Center License
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Gaston Learning Academy Llc
Gastonia, NC
· Gaston County
908 E 8TH AVE,
Gastonia, NC 28054
Quick Facts
Capacity
47 children
Age Range
2 through 12
Transportation
Yes
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
5
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Licensed Five Star Center License
Active License
License Number
36000618
License Holder
GASTON LEARNING ACADEMY LLC
License Issued
Apr 16, 2022
Issued By
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
District Office
North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
License Conditions: Other - Enhanced ratios reduced by one.
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About the Provider
GASTON LEARNING ACADEMY LLC is a Five Star Center License in GASTONIA NC, with a maximum capacity of 47 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2026-02-05 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-09-04 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 0825-354L |
| 2025-08-21 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-03-19 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-03-19 | Violation | 849 | .0803(12) |
| Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In Space #2, one (1) child had a medication authorization form for prescription Albuterol Sulfate with an authorization valid 08/22/2024 to 02/22/2025. | |||
| 2024-08-28 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-08-28 | 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 #3, four (4) aerosol cans of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, three (3) containers of Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, one (1) container of Up and Up Disinfecting Wipes, one (1) container of Lysol Brand New Day Disinfecting Wipes, one (1) aerosol can of Raid Wasp and Hornet Defense System Spray, and one (1) bottle of Smart Care Hand Sanitizer, one (1) bottle of Clean Works Hand Sanitizer, all with multiple warnings, were stacked on the floor in the unlocked closed across from the restroom used by children. | |||
| 2024-08-28 | Violation | 1792 | .0901(i) |
| Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Space #1, one (1) opened bottle of Cherry Coca-Cola was on the shelf to the left of the exit door leading to the playground. | |||
| 2024-03-25 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2024-03-19 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-03-19 | Violation | 125 | 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) |
| Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #3, one (1) child was not signed in on March 13, 2024, and two (2) children were not signed out on March 11, 2024. | |||
| 2024-03-19 | Violation | 1245 | 10A NCAC 09 .2809(a) |
| For each child, there was not at least 30 sq. ft. inside space per the total licensed capacity and 100 sq. ft. outside space for each child using the outdoor learning environment at any one time. Based on the facility’s permit restrictions, the maximum capacity of space #2 is seventeen (17) children. Nineteen (19) children were present in Space #2 during the visit, and twenty (20) children were enrolled in Space #2. | |||
| 2023-09-12 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-09-12 | Violation | 1035 | .0701(a) |
| Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on September 11, 2023, did not complete an Emergency Information Form. | |||
| 2023-09-12 | Violation | 1792 | .0901(i) |
| Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In Space #2, one (1) bottle of Coca-Cola was on the table in the science center. | |||
| 2023-09-12 | Violation | 1874 | .0608(d)(1-4) |
| The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) staff member, employed on September 11, 2023, did not sign an acknowledgement of receipt of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy. | |||
| 2023-05-16 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-05-16 | Violation | 812 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) |
| Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. In Space #1, one (1) electrical outlet on the wall in the block center and one (1) electrical outlet on the wall to the right of the handwashing sink were not covered with safety plugs. | |||
| 2022-10-04 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-10-04 | Violation | 125 | 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) |
| Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, one (1) child was not signed out on September 7, 2022 and one (1) child was not signed out on September 22, 2022. In Space #2, one (1) child was not signed out on September 14, 2022 and two (2) children were not signed out on September 26, 2022. | |||
| 2022-10-04 | 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 #1, one (1) bottle of BIC Cover It Correction Fluid with multiple warnings was in the right unlocked drawer in the cabinet under the sink. | |||
| 2022-10-04 | Violation | 1320 | GS 110-91(1);.0302(d)(2); .0304(g) |
| Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One (1) child enrolled on July 18, 2022 and one (1) child enrolled on August 31, 2022 did not have a medical exam on file. | |||
| 2022-03-03 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-03-03 | Violation | 1444 | 10A NCAC 09 .2508(c)(1-13) |
| Program operating for more than 3 hours per day did not make 4 activities available daily. In space #3, the activity plan for school age children this week, did not include at least four daily activities for the school-age children. | |||
| 2022-03-03 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the playground for preschool age children, there were three steel rebars projecting up from the round, plastic fall zone barrier. | |||
| 2022-03-03 | 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. Two children that were transported by the facility did not have a photograph attached to their Emergency and Identifying Information form. | |||
| 2022-03-03 | Violation | 1125 | .1003(i)(j) |
| Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. Three children that were transported did not have all required information completed on the Permission Form to Transport. When and where the children are to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival was not completed on the permission forms. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-01-04 | Violation | 9995 | |
| A violation was found for which there is no item number. One child enrolled on November 30, 2021, did not have a permission form on file giving permission for the staff to administer Epinephrine. Required per rule 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a) No prescription or over-the-counter medication and no topical, non-medical ointment, repellent, lotion, cream, fluoridated toothpaste, or powder shall be administered to any child: without written authorization from the child's parent. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | 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. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | Violation | 526 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) |
| Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A current menu was not posted. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | Violation | 847 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) |
| Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. One child enrolled on November 30, 2021, did not have the name of the medication listed on the permission to administer medication form. One child enrolled on July 7, 2015, did not have the dates to administer the medication, date of birth and expiration date of the medication listed on the permission to administer medication form. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | 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. There were several pom pom balls and pipe cleaners sitting on the art shelf and accessible to children two years of age. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | 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 employed on August 28, 2018, had a qualifying letter on file dated October 20, 2021, and the old qualifying letter expired on August 28, 2021. | |||
| 2022-01-04 | Violation | 1835 | .0801(b) |
| The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. One child enrolled on November 30, 2021, did not have a signed and dated Medical Action Plan. | |||
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