Five Star Center License
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Monroe Avenue Pre-k Program
Hamlet, NC
· Richmond County
400 MONROE AVENUE,
Hamlet, NC 28345
Quick Facts
Capacity
48 children
Age Range
3 through 5
Transportation
Yes
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
State Rating
5
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Licensed Five Star Center License
Active License
License Number
77000167
License Holder
RICHMOND COUNTY SCHOOLS
License Issued
Apr 29, 2026
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 - Certified Developmental Day
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About the Provider
MONROE AVENUE PRE-K PROGRAM is a Five Star Center License in HAMLET NC, with a maximum capacity of 48 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 3 through 5. The provider does not participate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2026-02-10 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 106 | 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) |
| Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last fire inspection was completed in January 2025. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | 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. A power strip in space# 219 was observed accessible to the children without three (3) outlet covers. A power outlet in space# 221 was observed not covered. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | 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. A container of Arm & Hammer laundry detergent was observed sitting on a shelf in space# 220. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 856 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) |
| The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The outdoor learning environment was observed with several items of debris on the ground. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 1329 | .0801(a)(1-7) |
| Application for enrollment did not include all required information. two (2) of four (4) children's files monitored did not have all lines completed. The questions regarding health care needs or concerns; fears/unique behaviors was left blank. | |||
| 2025-12-03 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-02-13 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 319 | .0713(a)(10), (c) & (f)(3); .2818(e) |
| Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. Space 4 (116) did not have the ratios posted. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 508 | .0901(g) |
| Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. Space 1(219), space 4(116), and the cafeteria (missing one child's name), did not have the informaion posted or was missing information. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 524 | .0510(d)(2)(A-C) |
| When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Space 1(219), no documentation, Space 2(221) last documentation written was 9/2024, space 4(116) did not have any documentation for review. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 615 | 15A NCAC 18A .2821(a) |
| Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users. In space 2 (221) the mats were touch each other. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 802 | .1003(b) |
| Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents. There was no evidence of this document in any space or lobby. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 832 | 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) |
| There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. There was no evidance of this posted in any area. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | Violation | 859 | .0605(q) |
| Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last date documented/located was 11/30/24. | |||
| 2025-02-13 | 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. two children whose parents stated allergies (nut, dye) were not present onsite in the medical file/nurses office or classroom. | |||
| 2025-01-09 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2024-11-25 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-11-25 | Violation | 620 | 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) |
| All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space 220 there are several place on the wall with chipped and missing paint. | |||
| 2024-11-25 | Violation | 805 | .0604(t); .0302(d)(5) |
| Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last fire drill was conducted on September 18, 2024. | |||
| 2024-11-25 | 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 219 near the back door beside the shelf was an uncovered electrical wall socket. | |||
| 2024-06-06 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-06-06 | Violation | 620 | 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) |
| All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. There is a hole in space 219 near the teacher desk and another near the smoke detector. There are several spaces with chipped paint in space 221 and 220. In space 22o the bottom trim/floor board has peeled of the wall. | |||
| 2024-02-14 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-02-14 | Violation | 524 | .0510(d)(2)(A-C) |
| When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. There was no screen time log present in two classrooms. | |||
| 2023-02-15 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-02-15 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. there was no lesson plan posted in room 219. | |||
| 2023-02-15 | Violation | 524 | .0510(d)(2)(A-C) |
| When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review. Space 219 and space 220 did not have a log. | |||
| 2023-02-15 | 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. the menu stated Pinto beans, cheese, tortilla, milk, oranges, and carrots. Instead of pinto beans children were given ground beef, menus were not updated. In room 219 the menu posted was for January . | |||
| 2023-02-15 | 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 220 | |||
| 2022-10-27 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-10-27 | 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. posted menu stated chips and apples, children were actually served cheese crackers and strawberries. | |||
| 2022-02-16 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-02-16 | 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. The was a power strip near the smart board/circle time rug that had several uncovered outlets. | |||
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