Sadler Elementary Prek

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) Walgreens Instant Cold Pack, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked freezer compartment of the mini refrigerator to the left of the filing cabinet, accessible to children.”

Rule 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.. Corrected during the inspection.

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. The CPR training for one (1) staff member, employed on September 5, 2023, expired October 31, 2025.”

Rule All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 4, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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. The first aid training for one (1) staff member, employed on September 5, 2023, expired on October 31, 2025.”

Rule All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 4, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.

“In Space #1, three (3) children were not signed out on January 22, 2026, three (3) children were not signed out on January 21, 2026, four (4) children were not signed out on January 20, 2026, five (5) children were not signed ou ton January 15, 2026, four (4) children were not signed out on January 13, 2026, and four (4) children were not signed out on January 12, 2026.”

Rule Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 20, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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 most recent fire inspection on file was conducted on November 8, 2024.”

Rule Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Feb 20, 2026. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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) aerosol can of Microban 24 hour Sanitizing Spray, and one (1) container of Up & Up Disinfecting Wipes Lemon Scent, both with multiple warnings, were in an open cabinet, one (1) foot from the ground, accessible to children, in the restroom being used by children during the visit.”

Rule 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.. Corrected during the inspection.

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.

“The most recent Emergency Information Form on file for the Principal was updated on January 23, 2024.”

Rule 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.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 21, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Children’s records were not made available for review.

“One (1) child, enrolled in Space #2 on September 12, 2024, did not have a file available for review during the visit.”

Rule Children's records were not made available for review.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 21, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.

“In Space #3, one (1) electric fan on top of the cabinet to the left of the door leading to the playground, was plugged in, powered on, and in use, and was not mounted or fitted with a mesh guard.”

Rule Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.. Corrected during the inspection.

Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

“One (1) staff member, employed on August 4, 2023, did not complete any of the required health and safety trainings.”

Rule Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 21, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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 (1) staff member, employed on August 4, 2023, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training.”

Rule 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.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Mar 21, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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) aerosol can of Patricia N. Smocks Clear Acrylic Sealer, with multiple warnings, was on a shelf above the handwashing sink to the right.”

Rule 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.. Corrected during the inspection.

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 Adult Day Care and Child Care Fire Inspection Report for the approved fire inspection conducted on November 8, 2024, was not sent to DCDEE.”

Rule Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 19, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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. The CPR certification for one (1) staff member, employed on August 21, 2006, one (1) staff member, employed on August 18, 2014, and one (1) staff member, employed on August 20, 2007, expired on March 8, 2024.”

Rule All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 18, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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. The First Aid certification for one (1) staff member, employed on August 21, 2006, one (1) staff member, employed on August 18, 2014, and one (1) staff member, employed on August 20, 2007, expired on March 8, 2024.”

Rule All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 18, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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) outlet on the wall under the smart board was not covered with a safety plug. In Space #2, one (1) outlet on the wall to the right of the white board, and two (2) outlets on the wall between the windows were not covered with safety plugs.”

Rule 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.. Corrected during the inspection.

Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.

“No playground inspection was on file for March 2024.”

Rule Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Apr 18, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.