Oct 22, 2026
4 demerits
· 3 violations
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Observed diaper pad cracked in 2s classroom. CDI -Diaper pad was changed during inspection.
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b) Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. Observed items placed on diaper table when the facility was cleaning after lunch such as cups and spray bottles.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key.
Observed hallway closet was unlocked. CDI - Closet was locked.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
General comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Observed one cabinet in the school age room missing a handle with the screw exposed. Needs repair.
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Apr 30, 2026
13 demerits
· 7 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.
Observed hot water only reach 75F in 2B classroom. Needs to be 80-110F.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies.
Observed toy stored on shelf in bathroom connected to Toddler room.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol sanitizer stored in unlocked outside bag in 4A. Observed liquid white out stored in unlocked small drawer unit on shelf. Hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. REPEAT. PROVISIONAL ITEM.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2821 (e). When in use, cribs, cots, mats and play pens shall be placed at least 18 inches apart or separated by partitions that prevent physical contact between children. Observed some cots in room 4B and 2A less than 18 inches apart and in use. Needs to be 18 inches apart or separated by partitions.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed hinges not attached on cabinets in 3B. REPEAT.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint.
Observed stained ceiling tiles in Afterschool room, and one in Toddler bathroom. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired/replaced.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2831 (c). For outdoor toys and play equipment, including all structures accessible to children, the following shall apply:
(1) Equipment and toys shall be kept clean, in good repair, and free of peeling, flaking, or chalking
paint, rust, and corrosion; and
(2) A sandbox used in outdoor play shall be constructed to allow for drainage of water and shall be
covered when not in use and kept clean.
Observed all sandboxed on the playground were uncovered and not in use during the inspection. Sandboxes shall be covered when not in use.
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Oct 22, 2025
12 demerits
· 9 violations
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Specialty bulk milk that is sent from home for consumption by a child while at the child care center may be stored as set forth in the 2800 rules when the child's parent or guardian provides written permission and the specialty bulk milk is sent to the child care center at the beginning of each week unopened, labeled with the date received by the child care center, and labeled with the name of the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs. Any remaining bulk specialty milk shall be sent home at the end of the week with the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs.
Observed one specialty bulk milk in refrigerator in kitchen missing date label. Needs to be labeled with name and date received sent in unopened at the beginning of the week and home at the end of the week.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Observed sanitizer in infant room at 800 ppm. Needs to be 50-200 ppm.
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2814 (b) Cleaned and sanitized utensils and equipment shall be stored above the floor in a clean, dry location and shall be kept clean while stored. The food-contact surfaces of fixed equipment shall be kept clean while stored or otherwise not in use. Equipment and utensils shall not be stored under exposed sewer lines.
Observed bottles and bottle warmers stored under exposed sewer lines in Infant classroom.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loose toilet seat in girls restroom located on main hallway. Repair. REPEAT.
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed diaper pad torn in infant classroom. Staff stated a new diaper pad had already been ordered.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed Tylenol stored 5ft up but unlocked with emergency medication in Infant classroom. Needs to be stored behind lock and key.
If violation is observed on the next inspection facility shall receive a provisional.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed white out stored on shelf unlocked in 3B. Observed wood cleaner stored under sink behind only child safety lock in Infants classroom. Needs to be stored behind lock and key. \
If violation is observed on the next inspection facility shall receive a provisional.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d) Non-prescription diaper creams and sunscreen shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use but are not required to be in locked storage. A product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor.
Observed diaper cream stored less than 5ft up and unlocked in Toddler 2A classroom.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed some missing handles on cabinets and hinge not attached on cabinet in 3B. Staff stated the cabinets were in the process of being repaired by maintenance staff.
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May 7, 2025
8 demerits
· 5 violations
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed opened package of cereal not properly resealed in pantry. General comment.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed hot water at 71F in classroom 2B and at 71F in infant classroom.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed 2 loose toilet seats in girls restroom located on main hallway. Repair.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed soapy water spray bottle not labeled in toddler classroom. -General comment.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint. Observed stained ceiling tile in toddler restroom. Repair. General comment.
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