Hopwood Child Care LLC

A jaw-style staple remover was accessible to children in an unlocked desk drawer in Building 2 Room 2, Scuola 2.

A can of spray room deodorizer, labeled keep out of reach of children was accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool restroom in Building 3. The storage cabinet was not locked.

An unlabeled reusable spray bottle containing bleach solution was observed in Building 3 Room 3., Scuola 3.

Morning glory was observed growing on the fence in the outdoor play space. The plant was located in one area of the garden and in the corner of the young toddler play space. Boxwood branches were observed protruding into the older toddler play space. The shrubs are planted outside the fence.

The outer panel of the restroom door was observed to be separating from the inner core near the bottom creating a pinch point in Building 2 Room 1, Nido 1. A portion of damaged metal trim with sharp edges was observed under a window, at ground level, in the outdoor preschool play space.

Several cracks, creating pinch points, were observed on a green plastic storage bin containing blocks in the outdoor preschool play space.

Spilled brown liquid was observed in the bottom of the refrigerator in Building 2 Room 2, Nido 2.

The facility's policy for Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment lacked examples of the symptoms or signs of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and general maltreatment.

The file for staff #1 contained documentation of consecutive fire safety trainings completed more than 12 months apart; 5/10/24 and 6/23/25.

The file for child #3 did not include documentation that the most recent child service report, completed by staff in March 2025, was shared with the parents.

The emergency contact information and agreements for child #1, #2, and #4 were not reviewed by the parent within a 6-month period. Current parental reviews are now on file. The emergency contact information and agreement for child #5 have not been reviewed and signed by the parent in over 6 months. The most recent review was dated 3/03/24.

The files for staff #5,#6, and #7, all employed over 45 days, contained incomplete state police clearances. All three clearances lacked a dissemination date. (See LIS code sheet)

Standing water was observed in 4 tires on the preschool playground.

The facility's letter for parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding the accommodations for infants and toddlers.

Two loose nails were observed where the first aid kit was hanging in Room 3 of Building 1. One nail fell to the floor when the kit was removed to check its contents.

A handwashing sign was not posted in the diapering area in Room 2 of Building 1.

An Ace Flyer Teeter Totter was observed in the play space used by toddlers. Based on statements made by staff, the play equipment has been in use for over a year. The manufacturer's instructions state the equipment is not suitable for use by children under 3 years of age. A set of suction cup toys in Picolo 3 was labeled not for use by children under 6 years old.

Sharp plastic was observed on a sensory cube in Room 2 of Building 1 and a wall mounted activity board in the EHS room in Building 2.

A torn corner which exposed the inner foam filling was observed on an adult chair in Room 2 of Building 1.

The file for staff #8 contained results of a screening for TB dated 9/26/22, which is more than 12 months prior to initial employment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Staff #4 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The previous certification was dated 1/18/22 and was renewed on 4/11/24. Current training is now on file.

The file for staff #1 contained documentation of consecutive fire safety trainings completed more than 12 months apart; 10/25/22 and 11/03/23.

Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR and First Aid from an approved source. The certification on file was BLS.

The files for staff #2 and #6, both designated as assistant group supervisors on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.

The emergency contact information for children #1 and #2 did not include complete work addresses for the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #2 was also missing a complete home address for the enrolling parent.

Staff file #1 contained a copy of the request for the NSOR Verification form but lacked the valid NSOR Verification form in the file within 45 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

The operator lacked updated sections in their emergency plan that addresses the operators plans for continuity of operations in response to an emergency to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii) per Announcement C-22-04.

The infant room lacked soap and sterile gauze pads in the first aid kit.

The facility had an Aovi Q for child #4 that lacked the original prescription label for the medication.

The facility had an expired EPI Pen for child #5.

The facility lacked an emergency contact forms for child #1, child #2 and child #3 in the child care space where they were receiving care.

On 4/5/23, Staff person #1 was in the outdoor playground with 6 older toddlers. When staff #1 was transitioning the children back to the classroom, Child #1, remained outside in the playground, unsupervised for 1 to 3 minutes. When Staff person #2 was notified that the child was alone on the playground she immediately left the classroom to retrieve the child. Staff person #3 remained in the classroom with more than 5 young toddlers.

On 4/5/23, Staff person #1 was in the outdoor playground with 6 older toddlers. When staff #1 was transitioning the children back to the classroom, Child #1, remained outside in the playground, unsupervised for 1 to 3 minutes. When Staff person #2 was notified that the child was alone on the playground she immediately left the classroom to retrieve the child. Staff person #3 remained in the classroom with more than 5 young toddlers.

On 4/5/23, Staff person #1 was in the outdoor playground with 6 older toddlers. When staff #1 was transitioning the children back to the classroom, Child #1, remained outside in the playground, unsupervised for 1 to 3 minutes. When Staff person #2 was notified that the child was alone on the playground she immediately left the classroom to retrieve the child. Staff person #3 remained in the classroom with more than 5 young toddlers.

Staff person #2 lacked copies of the North Carolina State Criminal History Check, State Sex Offender Registry Check and State Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Check where the staff person has resided within the past 5 years.

Staff file #2 contained a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 6/14/21 in the file.

The first aid kit in the toddler room lacked sterile gauze pads and the first aid kit in the preschool room lacked disposable, nonporous gloves.

Child files #1, #2, and #3 lacked documentation of influenza vaccination in accordance of the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Staff was observed lifting the lid of the diaper can with hand and not using the hands free pedal to dispose of a soiled diaper.

Staff file #3 contained health assessments dated 12/2/19 and 8/1/22 which was more than 24 months as required.

A five month old infant was observed drinking a bottle without being held by a staff person.

The facility lacked posting of safe routes at the facility in a conspicuous location.

Child file #1 and #2 lacked an initial health assessment received within 60 days of the first day of attendance at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

Staff files #1 and #3 contained written staff evaluations that were completed on 6/8/21 but lacked an updated staff evaluation every 12 months as required.

Staff file #3 contained documentation of 9 hours of child care training completed between 12/19/20-12/19/21.