Kindercare Learning Center

A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S.

“110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A center roster has not been created in ABCMS.”

Rule A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 17, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.

“On playground 2 loose weed block fabric presented a tripping hazard near the end of the building.”

Rule A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 17, 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.

“Two aerosol cans in space 6 were in a unlocked cabinet. They were removed and thrown away in the locked kitchen 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.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 17, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.

“In space 3A/B, a wall tile was missing in the girl’s restroom exposing crumbling sheetrock.”

Rule All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 17, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Swings did not have surfacing that extends two times the length of the pivot point to the surface below beyond the external limits of the equipment.

“Mulch at the swings on playground two measured three inches and did not extend two times the length of the pivot point.”

Rule Swings did not have surfacing that extends two times the length of the pivot point to the surface below beyond the external limits of the equipment.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 17, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child’s parent or authorized health professional.

“A tube of diaper cream did not have a completed medication authorization file.”

Rule A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 27, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.

“In Space 5 there was a tube of expired diaper cream.”

Rule A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 27, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.

“The carpet in the 3AB classroom was coming up off the floor. In the Space 4 there was a foam ball that was ripped exposing the cushion inside. The ball was removed during the visit.”

Rule All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jan 23, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.

“Mulch in the fall zone on the School Age playground did not measure the required 6 inches out and six inches deep.”

Rule All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jan 23, 2025. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.

“The outside exit and entrance doors of the classrooms were dirty with dirt and stains.”

Rule All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 27, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Menus for all meals and snacks were not planned at least 1 week ahead and dated.

“The menu reflected ravioli, corn, and pears. This was dated for 12/19/24. The menus were corrected during the visit to reflect the today’s date of 12/10/24.”

Rule Menus for all meals and snacks were not planned at least 1 week ahead and dated.. Corrected during the inspection.

The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.

“The white pipes around the playground was broken and cracked. There were deflated balls and trash on the fenced in playground. This balls and trash were corrected during the visit.”

Rule The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Dec 27, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A child was released to an individual that was not listed on the application.

“The emergency contacts on the application were not contacted for one enrolled child.”

Rule A child was released to an individual that was not listed on the application.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Sep 17, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.

“Paint on a tricycle in the fenced area was peeled exposing rust.”

Rule All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 30, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.

“Mulch in the fall zones of climbing equipment for preschool children measured 5” in depth instead of the required 6 inches.”

Rule All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 30, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Over-the-counter medication was given which exceeded the amount and frequency of the dosage on the manufacturer’s label.

Rule Over-the-counter medication was given which exceeded the amount and frequency of the dosage on the manufacturer's label.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 30, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Rule violated (DCDEE’s description below)

“Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. in space 9, the parrent’s authorizaiton to administer medication via an inhaler was signed by the parent on 11.2.23 and was not updated after 6 months.”

Rule Rule violated (DCDEE’s description below). Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jul 30, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

“Staff members were unaware of a specific child’s activities at all times.”

Rule Children were not adequately supervised at all times.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jun 25, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

A violation was found for which there is no item number.

“A package of sweet potato crackers on a shelf in the school age room was left open in a manner that could attract flies and bugs.”

Rule A violation was found for which there is no item number.. Corrected during the inspection.

All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.

“Mulch in some fall zone areas of school age equipment measured 4-1/2 to 5 inches instead of the required 6 inches.”

Rule All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jan 9, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

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 file for one staff did not include emergency information.”

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.. Corrected during the inspection.

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.

“Two drawer handles accessible to children in the school age room were broken and sharp points extended out from the drawers. The handles were removed during my visit.”

Rule Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.. Corrected during the inspection.

Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child’s first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.

“Files for two children did not include a signed statement verifying parents received a copy of the facility’s parent participation policy. The policy was not posted in the center.”

Rule Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.. Correction date, as North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) recorded it: Jan 2, 2024. Correction verified: by a letter from the provider.

Rule violated (DCDEE’s description below)

“The EPR Plan did not include written procedures for accounting for all in attendance including: the location of the children, staff, volunteer and visitor attendance lists. Staff emergency information was not included with the EPR plan; a list was not provided for visitors to sign in to be accounted for in the event of an emergency.”

Rule Rule violated (DCDEE’s description below). Corrected during the inspection.

The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin.

“Paper and other trash was observed in the fenced play space.”

Rule The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin.. Corrected during the inspection.