Three Star Center License
Joyful Noise Day Care Center
Magnolia, NC
· Duplin County
444 WEST BLEEKER ST,
Magnolia, NC 28453
Quick Facts
Capacity
40 children
Age Range
0 through 12
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3
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Three Star Center License
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Historical licensing information
License Number
31000194
License Holder
JOYFUL NOISE DAY CARE, INC.
Expired
Apr 8, 2019
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
JOYFUL NOISE DAY CARE CENTER is a Three Star Center License in MAGNOLIA NC, with a maximum capacity of 40 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.
Additional Information:
Two Star Center License
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:am-5:30pm
- Tuesday6:am-5:30pm
- Wednesday6:am-5:30pm
- Thursday6:am-5:30pm
- Friday6:am-5:30pm
- Saturday 6:am-5:30pm
- Sunday 6:am-5:30pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-29 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-05-15 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-04-05 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-03-30 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-02-20 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-02-20 | 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. One staff member's hire date was 10/21/21 and did not have a negative TB test prior to employment. The negative TB test on file is dated 2/9/22. | |||
| 2023-02-20 | 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. One staff member first aid card expired on 2/9/23. First Aid training has been completed as of 2/13/23. | |||
| 2023-02-20 | 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. One staff member CPR card had expired 2/9/23. CPR training has been completed as of 2/13/23. | |||
| 2023-02-20 | 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. Two staff did not complete the training within 90 days or hire. The hiring dates for the staff were 10/21/21 and 3/8/21. The training has been completed as of 2/21/22 and 2/22/22. | |||
| 2023-02-06 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-01-30 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-01-30 | 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. When we arrived a one year old was grouped with two four year old children in the same classroom. Repeat - cited 01/17/2023. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | 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 the room for infants/toddler had April as the date. The posted plan in the room for PK/SA children was dated 12-16 Dec 2022. Repeat - this was cited on 1/17/2023. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | Violation | 501 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) |
| Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs. 2% milk was served to a four year old today. USDA requires 1% or skim milk be served to children ages 2 yrs and above. Repeat - cited on 1/17/2023. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There was broken lattice on the ramp leading to the playground (from the room for infants/toddlers). There was a small pine tree down in the back corner of the playground, under the tree was a ditch. A broken "lawnmower" toy was on the playground. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | Violation | 1321 | GS110-91(1) |
| Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A medical exam was not on file for JC. Repeat - this was cited for a different child on 1/17/2023. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | Violation | 1790 | .0901(d) |
| A statement acknowledging the parental decision to opt out of the supplemental food provided by the center was not signed by the parent and/or maintained on file at the center. One child was eating food from home, an opt out for was not on file for JC. | |||
| 2023-01-30 | 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. A parent noted allergies and need for an epi pen and Benadryl on the enrollment form for JC. A food allergy action plan was not on file. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 303 | .1801(a)(1-5) |
| Children were not adequately supervised at all times. During the visit we observed children left unsupervised when staff left the room to answer the front door, to go to the kitchen, to go to the office or another classroom. In addition supervision requires staff move around the environment and engage in activities and conversations with children. Engagement between staff and children was primarily limited to directives. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | 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. A one year old (DOB 12/2021) was grouped with children ages 3-5 yrs old. Both JH and BH stated the child was always in this room because they do not have a teacher for the infant/toddler classroom. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 405 | 15A NCAC 18A .2803(b) |
| A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. A toddler's hands were not washed after the diaper washed changed. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. One classroom was being used for all children. The posted activity plan was dated Dec 12-16, 2022. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | 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. A one year old was in a high chair from our arrival at 11:15 until after lunch ended and the children were all finished eating. She finished her meal but remained in the high chair and she was in the high for approximately 15 before lunch was served. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 487 | .0510(e)(2) |
| For children under three years of age, materials were not made available to children on a daily basis. A one yr old child received care in a classroom designed for children ages 3 and above. Toys/materials in the room were not all age appropriate for the one yr old. We did not observe materials specific for the toddler in the classroom. A one year old was in a high chair from our arrival at 11:15, she was in the high for approximately 15 before lunch was served. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 501 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(a) |
| Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs. 2% milk was served to all children today, rather than the USDA requirement of 1% or skim milk. All children were over age 1 yr old. The owner stated she could not find 1% or skim milk at the store and her food program told her it was okay to serve 2% milk. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 505 | .0901(e) |
| Drinking water was not freely available to children of all ages. A 16 oz. water bottle and a container with approximately 5 plastic cups was in the classroom. JH stated this was how water was provided. What was in the classroom during the visit would not provide water to the children throughout the day rather one serving of water would be available with the supplies in the classroom. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 522 | 15A NCAC 18A .2812(e) |
| Multi-use articles, including highchair feeding trays, were not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use. The center did not have soapy, sanitizing and disinfecting solutions prepared prior to our arrival. BH filled the sanitizing and disinfecting bottles from the kitchen after lunch was served. All tables, high chairs, diapering surfaces, toys, sinks, etc. must be cleaned with soapy solution and either sanitizing or disinfecting solutions. Today, the tables, high chair and diapering table were not properly cleaned. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | 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. Upon arrival at 11:15 the television was on a gospel channel, the screen was on with the music. After lunch the television channel was changed to an Gracie's Corner (age appropriate). Screen time observed today exceeded the 30 minute limit. Documentation was not on file for screen time. JH stated they were not aware documentation was required or that there was a limit to screen time. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 528 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) |
| Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. The menu in the lobby had current dates however the items served for lunch were not listed on the menu. The menu should be updated with all changes before food is served to children. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 533 | 15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) |
| Breast milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. A one year old had a sippy cup with milk was not labeled with the date or child's name. Staff stated the sippy cup stays out and the child can drink when she wants it. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 540 | 10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) |
| An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. A one year old (DOB 12/1/2021) did not have a feeding schedule posted or in her file. Staff stated she eats table food and they did not know a feeding schedule was needed since she was not in the infant/toddler room. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 544 | .0510(f) |
| Screen time was offered to children under three years of age. A one year old child was in a classroom while a television was on for an hour. Upon arrival at 11:15 the television was on a gospel channel, the screen was on with the music. After lunch the television channel was changed to an Gracie's Corner. JH stated they were not aware children under age 3 yrs old could not have screen time. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 608 | 15A NCAC 18A .2803(b) |
| Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages. Upon arrival all children were seated at the table/highchair for lunch. All children did not wash hands after lunch, a toddler's diaper was changed and the toddler did not wash hands after being changed. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 609 | 15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) |
| Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items. Staff hands were not washed before serving food to children. JH assisted a child with eating and also served additional food to other children. JH changed a diaper and did not wash hands before or after the diaper change. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 859 | .0605(q) |
| Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection form was not completed for Dec 2022 and one had not yet been completed for Jan 2023. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 862 | 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) |
| The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The posted EMC plan listed a former employee as the person responsible for everything on the EMC plan. When this employee left the EMC plan should have been updated to reflect a new responsible person. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 872 | .1804(a) |
| The discipline policy was not followed. The center uses the DCDEE discipline policy however it is not being followed. The owner, JH stated time out is used, she places a chair in the hallway and has the child/ren sit for 10-15 minutes. Threats of calling parents because a child was being a 'busy body' were heard during the observation. JH stated she will call or speak to parents about children being 'bad' and not 'minding' and she tells the parent corporal punishment is not allowed on the premises but the parent can take them off premises and bring them back. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | 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. The owner, JH stated time out is used, she places a chair in the hallway and has the child/ren sit for 10-15 minutes. Threats of calling parents because a child was being a 'busy body' were heard during the observation. JH stated she will call or speak to parents about children being 'bad' and not 'minding' and she tells the parent corporal punishment is not allowed on the premises but the parent can take them off premises and bring them back. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 908 | .1803(b) |
| Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development. The owner, JH stated time out is used, she places a chair in the hallway and has the child/ren sit for 10-15 minutes. Threats of calling parents because a child was being a 'busy body' were heard during the observation. JH stated she will call or speak to parents about children being 'bad' and not 'minding' and she tells the parent corporal punishment is not allowed on the premises but the parent can take them off premises and bring them back. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 1321 | GS110-91(1) |
| Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child's file was reviewed today. A medical assessment was not on file for the child, the child enrolled on 12/5/2022. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 1323 | 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) |
| Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child's file was reviewed today. Immunizations were not on file for the child, the child enrolled on 12/5/2022. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 1858 | .0806(c) |
| Linens were not changed when they became soiled or wet. TL noted that linens on some of the cots were soiled. The linens were changed during the visit. | |||
| 2023-01-17 | Violation | 1876 | .1803(a)(9) |
| A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. Threats of calling parents because a child was being a 'busy body' were heard during the observation. JH stated she will call or speak to parents about children being 'bad' and not 'minding' and she tells the parent corporal punishment is not allowed on the premises but the parent can take them off premises and bring them back. During the visit we heard JH state "I don't like what you're doing. Your mom told me to tell her if you are being a busy body. I'm gonna have to call and tell her. Oh, I gotta a lot of news to tell you mom. She's gonna be very upset. That means you gotta be good". During the interview with JH she stated she does tell children (two in particular) that she will tell the parents. This occurs when JH feels the child/ren are not behaving. Behaviors observed today were typical, age appropriate behaviors. | |||
| 2022-08-03 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-02-23 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
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