Northside Academy For Early Learning

Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. In Space 114, on October 5, 2026, seven (7) one year old children were in a classroom with one (1) teacher for a period of time between 9:30 am – 9:45 am. In Space 201, on September 28, 2026, twelve (12) two (2) year old children were in a classroom with one (1) teacher for a period of time between 8:00 am – 8:10 am.

Violation pending provider response

Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On October 5, 2026, two (2) children were unsupervised in the girls’ bathroom located in the main hallway for approximately one (1) minute. One (1) floater left to assist a child running from the class and the other teacher went into the boys’ restroom leaving children in the hallway and in the girl’s bathroom. Staff could not see or hear the two (2) girls in the girls’ bathroom.

Violation pending provider response

Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis. In Space 201, on October 5, 2026, it was documented a two year old child used the potty at 8:15 am and a wet pull up was changed at 12:26 pm. The center procedure is to check and document every two hours on a shift basis.

Violation pending provider response

Human 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. In Space 201 two (2) children's water bottles from home were not labeled or dated. In Space 204, a child's water bottle from home was not labeled or dated.

Violation pending provider response

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. One (1) three (3) year old child did not wash hands in the girls hallway bathroom after toileting on October 5, 2026.

Violation pending provider response

Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage. In Space 201, a teacher's purse was stored on the changing table. In Space 203, teacher supplies were stored on the changing table.

Violation pending provider response

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. In Space 114, carpet was rolled in a way posing a trip hazard. In Space 201, an outlet was uncovered and blinds were broken and dirty.

Violation pending provider response

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 106, alcohol wipes in a cosmetic bag in a child's cubby were accessible to children. In Space 114, disinfectant solution was stored on top of a shelf accessible to children. In Space 201, an aerosol air spray, a teacher bag containing detangler and makeup and hand sanitizer were stored lower than five feet and in unlocked closet accessible to children. In Space 203, batteries were stored on a cubby shelf accessible to children and a teacher purse was stored in an unlocked closet accessible to children. Two (2) doors to the kitchen containing chemicals accessible to children remained unlocked and open. In the dining hall, while children were eating lunch, a bag with hand sanitizer and a first aid kit containing antibiotic ointment and alcohol wipes was on a shelf accessible to children.

Violation pending provider response

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. In Spaces 106, 114, 201, and 203 clothes stored in baggies, plastic grocery bags and diapers wrapped in plastic were stored lower than five (5) feet accessible to children under three (3) years of age. In the dining room, while children under three (3) years of age were eating plastic grocery bags and plates/cups wrapped in plastic were accessible to children.

Violation pending provider response

Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Three (3) support staff to include administrative, cook and maintenance do not have a current qualifying letter on file.

Violation pending provider response

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. One (1) staff hired 1.21.2025 is not linked to ABCMS. One (1) staff hire 9.22.2026 is not linked to ABCMS.

Violation pending provider response

Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. In lobby, a cycle menu was posted for Week 1 and Week 2. The menus were not dated.

Violation pending provider response

Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. On October 5, 2026, macaroni and cheese substituted for Cheese Pizza at lunch was not documented on a written and dated menu.

Violation pending provider response

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Three (3) support staff to include administrative, cook and maintenance do not have a current qualifying letter on file.

Violation pending provider response

Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An Incident Report was not competed August 12, 2026.

Violation corrected during visit

A copy of the incident report was not given to the parent. An Incident Report was not competed August 12, 2026 and provided to a parent as requested documenting an injury.

Violation corrected during visit

All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. The walls in Spaces 103 and 101 were observed chipped and old glue was observed in a large area of Space 103 behind the door.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2026

Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. One (1) child's AuviQ was not stored in the original container with the prescription attached.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2026

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. Plastic shopping bags were stored beneath the changing table in Space 105. Foam was exposed on a soft climbing block in Space 114. Children in Space 114 were between 12 and 24 months of age.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Emergency medical information was not updated annually for four (4) children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

The operator did not include the criminal history mandatory reporting requirement in all new employee orientation information. The employee roster was not uploaded in the ABCMS portal.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/15/2026

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. Five (5) employees did not have maltreatment training on file within 90 days of employment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

Human 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. One (1) infant bottle in Space 106 was dated 4/15/26.

Violation corrected during visit

Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Six (6) discipline policies did not list the date of enrollment on the signed statement.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

Application for enrollment did not include all required information. Five (5) child applications did not include information regarding child fears and unique behavior characteristics.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. One (1) employee, T.W., did not have a qualification letter on file. The employee had a current qualification but did not have the new letter on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

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) employee hired 6/13/25 did not have signed receipt of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/24/2026

An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). Three (3) children under 15 months of age in Space 102 did not have feeding schedules posted.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/30/2026

Separate lavatories with hot and cold running water, soap, and individual sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices were not available for staff in food preparation areas or diaper changing areas. The soap dispenser was empty in Space 105.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/30/2026

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 toddler was sleeping on a cot underneath an outlet that did not have the protective cover in Space 102.

Violation corrected during visit

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 (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a TB test result older than 12 months. The test result was dated 9/22/23.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/9/2026

All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One (1) employee hired 9/5/25 had a medical statement older than 12 months. The medical statement was dated 1/3/23.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/9/2026

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 (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current First Aid training.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/21/2026

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 (1) employee who was the office manager but did have some caregiving responsibilities did not have current CPR training.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/21/2026

Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. Cots were not labeled in Space 102, 112, and 114.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/30/2026

Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Four (4) children were observed in the restroom located in the hallway unsupervised.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 7/1/2025

Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report was not completed for a child who reported to her teacher that she hurt her head. The report was not completed after the facility was informed the child received medical treatment for her injury.

Violation corrected during visit

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Three (3) children (M.B, N.V., A.W.) did not have emergency medical care information on file and/or did not complete annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

Emergency information record did not include chronic illness and any medication taken for the illness. A child with two (2) diagnosed chronic illnesses did not have the required emergency medication at the facility.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Four (4) children (S.M., C.R., N.V., and A.W.) had expired off-premise permissions on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The signed discipline policy statement for six (6) children (E.K, S.M., C.R., N.V., A.W., R.W.) did not include the date of enrollment and/or the child's name.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

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. Medical action plans for two (2) children were not signed and dated by the parent and/or the health care professional.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

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. A employee, S.D., hired 12/20/24 signed receipt of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy dated 3/19/24.

Violation corrected during visit

Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The staff/child ratio form was not posted in Space 101.

Violation corrected during visit

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. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a Bible story on television. It was reported that the television was used daily as part of instruction. A screen time log was not completed.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

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. Electrical outlets did not have safety plugs in Spaces 101, 102, 104, cafeterias, and the hallway.

Violation corrected during visit

Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence along the parking lot on the preschool playground measured below 4 feet when children were standing on the plastic barrier. Two (2) children were observed standing on the barrier and hanging on the fence during the visit.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The safe sleep policy was not posted in Space 101.

Violation corrected during visit

Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not on file for one (1) child.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

Application for enrollment did not include all required information. One (1) child had an incomplete application on file. The application did not include the parent signature and the information related to the child's behaviors or health concerns.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2025

Human 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. One (1) bottle in Space 102 was dated 12/2/24.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 12/17/2024

The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Feeding schedules were not updated in Space 104 to indicate food provided by the facility was allowed. All children except one (1) was observed eating food provided by the facility.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 12/17/2024

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. An emergency medication was stored in a teacher's bag on the floor of the gym. Children were present in the gym.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 12/17/2024

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 (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a CPR certificate on file for review. Ms. W. stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired CPR training.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/12/2025

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. A teacher in the lunchroom was observed with soda cup from Bojangles.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 12/17/2024

Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. One (1) teacher was observed supervising ten (10) children in the lunchroom. The youngest child present was one (1) year old.

Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 12/17/2024

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 five years for the date of issuance). One (1) employee's letter expired 11/20/24 and was not renewed.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/6/2024

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 (1) employee hired 7/1/24 did not have a First Aid certificate on file for review. Ms. W. stated training was received in August 2024, but certificates had not been received. One (1) employee hired 10/26/21 had an expired First Aid training.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/12/2025

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A permission form for emergency medication expired in June 2024 and was renewed in October 2024.

Violation corrected during visit

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. Children in Space 117 were observed watching a video. It was reported that daily screen time was provided. A screen time log was not completed.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. A thermometer was not observed inside the refrigerator in the lunchroom used by one (1) year olds.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. Walls were observed peeling in 202.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. Paint was observed chipped and peeling on the equipment on young preschool playground.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches. The rear fence on the preschool playground had an area greater than 3 1/2 inches between the bottom of the fence and the ground.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

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. Electrical outlets were observed without safety plugs throughout classrooms and in the gym.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence on the toddler playground was less than 4 feet high on the right perimeter fence line. The gate at the rear of the playground was less than 4 feet high.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit. Four (4) spindles were missing on the fence surrounding the air conditioner next to the toddler playground. The unit was accessible to children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/30/2024

Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent. Emergency medical care information was not included on child applications. An additional statement for authorization was not observed in child files.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Nine (9) children had expired off-premise permission forms on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

Application for enrollment did not include all required information. Two (2) child applications were not completed in full.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. The enrollment date was not included on discipline policies for thirteen (13) children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. Mulch underneath fall zones did not meet the required depth.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 6/17/2024

Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One (1) teacher hired 4/25/22 did not complete health and safety training.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/13/2024

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. A child with a diagnosed allergy did not have emergency medication on site. A child's medical action plan listed Benadryl as another medication required to respond to an allergy. The Benadryl was not onsite.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/4/2024

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. A child's medical action plan was expired.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/4/2024

Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. The soap dispenser at the handwashing sink located in Space 105 was not operating. There was no hand soap at the sink.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/4/2024

Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Children in Space 117 were documented as departed for the day. All children were still present.

Violation corrected during visit

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child’s permission for antihistamine expired 1/11/24.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/4/2024

Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On October 13, 2023, a staff member left a two-year-old child was unsupervised for less than one minute.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 11/8/2023