4demerits
OPEN DOOR SCHOOL
234 N. SHARON AMITY RD, Charlotte, NC 28211
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060420301
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedSep 22, 2026
Inspections on record25
On record sinceOct 11, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Oct 11, 2013Lower is betterSep 22, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 22, 2026 4 demerits · 2 violations
#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 118F in 3-5s classroom. Observed hot water at 114F in bathroom 2. Needs to be 80-110F.
#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 gap in piece of wood on steps to play equipment. The Director stated they have a work order in to have this fixed.
Observed sandbox not covered and not in use. Needs to be covered when not in use.
Mar 26, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTEL: Director, Suzy Moore, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed coat hooks spaced less than 12 inches apart in the main hallway, resulting in children’s coats and book bags coming into contact.
Sep 8, 2025 2 demerits · 2 violations
#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 eczema ointment stored in outside bag. Needs to be stored behind lock and key.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. Observed coat hooks for storage less than 12 inches apart. Needs to be 12 inches apart.
Mar 20, 2025 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Suzy Moore, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
Lisa.Eddins-Smith@dhhs.nc.gov
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol air freshener stored on high shelving in hallway restrooms. Hazardous products were properly locked behind lock and key during time of inspection. -General comment.
#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 plastic cardboard boxes stored on playground torn. Replace.
Oct 8, 2024 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Suzy Moore, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed children coat hooks less than 12 inches apart resulting in different children book bags and jackets touching.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of
employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS emailed director required documents.
Apr 24, 2024 6 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Director, Suzy Moore, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 ranging between 70F-73F at handsink accessible to children within childcare center.
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
15A NCAC 18A .2816 (b) (1) Child care operators, as defined under G.S. 110-86(7), shall test, once every three years, all water outlets used for drinking or food preparation. Samples shall also be collected and tested within 30 calendar days of completion of any renovations or repairs that may impact the facility's drinking water infrastructure, such as repair or replacement of all or part of drinking water service lines or faucets, at impacted outlets. The operator shall provide documentation of testing results for review by the Department during each unannounced routine sanitation inspection. Center sampled water from handsink in classroom. EHS advises center to complete updated lead water testing sampling at 2 compartment sink in approved kitchen ASAP. Director stated that she has contacted Clean Water for US Kids and never received sampling kit. EHS advises center to follow up with Clean Water for US Kids.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children. Observed different children’s coats and book bags coming into contact with each on located on coat hooks in main hallway. EHS advises center to adhere to notated rule.
#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
5A 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 sandbox uncovered and needing to be cleaned out.
Oct 26, 2023 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Amanda was present during time of inspection. Director, Suzy Moore. Report emailed to:
opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometers, accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule. Observed no metal stem type thin probe thermometer within center. EHS advises center to obtain a thermometer as required by notated rule.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of
employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS emailed center new required procedure plan.
Mar 8, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 28, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 7, 2022 4 demerits · 1 violation
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed paint peeling in various areas in classroom. Observed dust on ceiling tiles around vent in classroom.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Aug 25, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Sheila Locklear.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 3, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: No demerits were observed during time of inspection. Report was emailed to Director at opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 10, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Inspection report emailed to the following: opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f). Observed water fountain in main hallway with black residue build up inside the drinking nozzle.
Jul 17, 2019 3 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Report emailed to: opendoorschool1966@gmail.com
17. Observed a Kurig stored in the teacher's kitchen unlocked and water was in the basin. *SUGGESTION: 1. Remove the water basin and keep it separated until it is ready to be used, 2. Lock the room. CRITICAL
Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
Notes: The dish machine wash temp got to 140F after running it about 6 times. It is supposed to reach 150F. Employees may use the two compartment sink for wash & rinse then the dish machine to sanitize.
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed ants on the drawers near the dish machine. Provide pest control treatment.
Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Jan 3, 2019 4 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Jan 30, 2018 6 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Sep 20, 2017 6 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Mar 15, 2017 6 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Oct 17, 2016 4 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Feb 3, 2016 12 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Sep 21, 2015 6 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Apr 17, 2015 10 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Oct 3, 2014 6 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Apr 28, 2014 8 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Oct 11, 2013 7 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OPEN DOOR SCHOOL” or State ID 2060420301). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.