Sep 16, 2026
5 demerits
· 2 violations
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed torn mats in 2 and 3 year old room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dead bugs in the light shields in room 3.
**15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Light fixtures in all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair.
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Mar 25, 2026
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 ceiling peeling in the restroom in the 2 year old room. Observed baseboard in need of repair in the kitchen near the prep sink.
**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.
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Aug 1, 2025
5 demerits
· 1 violation
#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 −5
Observed bags of cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen.
**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.
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Mar 19, 2025
5 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 −5
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 specialty bulk milk sent from home in kitchen refrigerator missing date labeling. Needs to be labeled with the date received and follow requirements in the rule listed above. REPEAT.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (j) (1) Each refrigerator shall be provided with a numerically scaled indicating thermometer that is accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit and located to measure the air temperature in the warmest part of the refrigerator. Recording thermometers that are accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers.
Observed no thermometer in one kitchen refrigerator holding childcare food. Staff stated the refrigerator is for the church and not childcare but childcare food was placed in the refrigerator for space issues. If childcare is using the refrigerator a thermometer needs to be in the refrigerator.
#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 small tears on the sides of the diaper pad in 2s classroom. Needs repair/replacement.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. Observed items from home stored on hooks under children’s cubbies in infant room that are less than 12 inches apart. Needs to be on hooks 12 inches apart.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Light fixtures in all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed insects in light shields in Threes classroom. Needs cleaning.
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Sep 24, 2024
6 demerits
· 4 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 (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 specialty bulk milk sent from home in kitchen refrigerator missing date/name labeling. Needs to be labeled and follow requirements in the rule listed above.
#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.
Observed facility is passed due for water testing. Facility has registered for water testing. No points deducted.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed outside bag stored in bathroom in bathroom in Panthers room. Limit storage to toileting and diapering supplies.
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed milk in ice bucket stored in sink in penguins room. Lavatories shall not be used for storage.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a). Floors and floor coverings in food preparation, food storage, utensil washing, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed floor in penguins bathroom peeling/cracking next to toilet. Needs repair. REPEAT.
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 infant and panthers classrooms. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired.
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Apr 3, 2024
20 demerits
· 8 violations
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children −6
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. Observed hot water at 121F in infant room. Needs to be 80-110F. PROVISIONAL ITEM.
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed small leak under sink in Twos classroom. Needs repair.
#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 tears in infant and toddler changing pads. Needs replacement.
*Teacher stated diaper pad has been ordered for infant room.
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 toy and white board on diapering surface in Toddler room.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
No points deducted.
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 sore throat medicine stored in unlocked drawer in Toddler room. CDI- Teacher discarded medicine.
#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 Wizard air freshener labeled “Keep out of reach of children” with skin irritant and other warnings in unlocked cabinet in infant room. Needs to be stored in locked cabinet. 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
15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). In child care centers, beds, cribs, cots, mats, and play pens shall be kept clean and in good repair, stored to prevent contamination, and cleaned and sanitized between users. Observed mats tearing at corners in Twos room. Needs repair/replacement.
#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 build up under diaper pad in toddler room. Observed build up in cabinets under sinks. Needs cleaning.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a). Floors and floor coverings in food preparation, food storage, utensil washing, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed cracked floor tiles at sink in 3 year old bathroom. Needs repair.
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Oct 24, 2023
8 demerits
· 4 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 −5
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (b) Food that is stored in child care center classrooms or other rooms intended for child care use, shall be limited to foods that are individually packaged unless the classroom is equipped with a food preparation area. Observed food in unsealed bags stored in toddler and Twos class.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
No Points Deducted.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol sunscreen stored in emergency bag unlocked. CDI - Moved to locked cabinet.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c). Non-aerosol sanitizing solutions, approved disinfectants, detergent solutions, hand antiseptics, and hand lotions shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use by storing the items 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. Observed sanitizer, soapy water, and hand sanitizer stored on shelf less than 5ft up in infant classroom. Observed hand sanitizer in emergency bags less than 5 ft up in 3/4s classroom. Needs to be stored 5ft up.
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832
15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children. Observed small flies around sinks in 3/4s classroom and in toddler classroom.
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Apr 25, 2023
11 demerits
· 7 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
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Observed open foods (cereal, goldfish, etc.) in the dry food storage area. CDI - open foods were placed in resealable bags.
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6
The kitchen dishwashing sink shall be supplied with hot water at 120°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed water in the kitchen reach 110F. Provisional item
#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
All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ). Observed sanitizer in the kitchen and soapy water in the 3/4’s room unlabeled. CDI - Spray bottles were properly labeled.
Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Observed diaper changing pad in the toddler room torn. Replace.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a). Observed children’s coats and backpacks touching in the cubbies in the 2’s room.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed blinds in the toddler room are damaged.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed water damage to the ceiling panel in the infant room. Observed wall paint peeling over the exit door in kitchen.
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). Observed droppings in cabinet under sink in toddler and 2’s room. Clean cabinets. Observed droppings on shelving in kitchen dry food storage area. Clean.
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Feb 11, 2022
6 demerits
· 2 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed debris in small trucks in the toddler room. Needs to be cleaned. Observed green pillow beginning to split at the seam. Needs to be repaired.
**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dead insects in the light shield in toddler room. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
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Sep 3, 2021
8 demerits
· 2 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed kitchen dramatic play toy in toddler room with sticky residue in Toddler. Observed shelving with sticky residue in 2 year old class room. Needs to be cleaned.
**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tile in the infant room. Leak has been repaired but tile should be replaced. Observed touch up paint needed in Infant room and Toddler room.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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May 18, 2021
7 demerits
· 2 violations
#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed linen with staining in the 2 year old room. Needs to be cleaned. NOTE: Ensure that staff is aware of what side of the double sided linen (green/white) is placed on the floor. This will help determine what side of the linen can touch during storage.
**Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the 2 and 3 year old room. Ensure that leak is repaired and the ceiling tiles are replaced.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Jul 10, 2020
7 demerits
· 2 violations
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed torn mats in Panthers room. Needs to be replaced/repaired.
**Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed wall damage near the handwashing sink in the kitchen. Needs to be repaired.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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Dec 5, 2019
11 demerits
· 3 violations
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Observed single service cups stored underneath the handwashing sink in the Penguins room.
**Do not store food service equipment under exposed sewer lines. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (b).
#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
Observed one toilet not working and one with build up around the base in the Panthers restroom.
**Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Observed handwashing sink corroded in the Penguins room. Need to be repaired/replaced.
**Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed toys with build up in rooms Pandas and Panthers. Needs to be cleaned.
**Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
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Feb 22, 2019
10 demerits
· 4 violations
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Observed disposable food service items stored underneath the handwashing sink in the 2 year old room. Items were removed.
**Do not store food service equipment under exposed sewer lines. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (b).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed "Heavy Duty Non-Acid Washroom Cleaner/Disinfectant" that had a 10 minute contact time. Disinfectant was not registering on test strips. Center decided to go back to using chlorine.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed mats with the sheets on them stored with the sheets touching each other.
**Sleeping mats, cribs, and cots shall be stored to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dust build up on vent cover in the adult rest room. Needs to be cleaned.
**Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
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Jul 19, 2018
21 demerits
· 5 violations
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed no handwashing going on in the kitchen due to the handsink being clogged and filled with water. Maintenance called.
Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
-Observed buildup underneath a highchair tray in the Infant room.
-Observed buildup inside of then microwave in the kitchen.
-Observed debris in the bin that contains clean sippy cups in the Infant room. Clean.
Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3).
#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
Observed the kitchen handwashing sink clogged. Maintenance arrived at the end of the Inspection to repair.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#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
Observed a bin of soiled clothing stored on the floor within reach of the children in the Infant room. Follow the rule below.
Soiled cloth diapers, training pants, or clothes shall be stored out of reach of the children. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (f).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed soiled toys in the 4 year old room and outside. Clean.
Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b).
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