10demerits

FAIRYLAND INSTITUTE OF EARLY LEARNING, INC. PRESCH

2423 EASTWAY DR, Charlotte, NC 28205

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421123

Latest result10 demerits

Last inspectedSep 30, 2026

Inspections on record28

On record sinceSep 30, 2013

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

Sep 30, 2013Lower is betterSep 30, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 30, 2026 10 demerits · 5 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mrs. Watt was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to: fairylandiel@yahoo.com ucheerit@gmail.com Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov

#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°F shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule. Observed no thermometer as outlined in the above-noted rule available within the center. Per cook, the center has two thermometers; however, both thermometers were left at her home.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) Provide a testing method for chlorine disinfectant to ensure compliance with prescribed chlorine concentration. Observed no high chlorine test strips within center to measure strength of disinfectant.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed Spic and Span cleaner stored on high shelving in 3’s classroom. During time of inspection, hazardous item was properly locked behind lock and key. -General comment.

#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 .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 minor touch up paint needed to walling sporadically throughout center.

#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 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children. Observed dilapidated furniture stored within dumpster enclosure area.

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Mar 31, 2026 6 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mrs. Betty Watt, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: fairylandiel@yahoo.com ucheerit@gmail.com Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov

#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2

23. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed toilet room not used in toddler classroom with toy storage.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm). Observed disinfectant measuring at 100ppm in infant classroom. During time of inspection disinfectant was remade to correct strength. -General

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

37. 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 minor touch up paint needed to walling throughout center.

#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826

15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Light fixtures in all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed light cover in boys restroom in 3’s classroom slightly hanging and needing to be secured to ceiling. -General comment

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Sep 18, 2025 12 demerits · 5 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Assistant Director Mrs. Betty Watt was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to: fairylandiel@yahoo.com Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov

#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 bulk speciality milk brought from child’s home stored unlabeled in dorm size refrigeration unit in infant classroom. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Bulk food stored in a refrigerator shall be stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equipped with a full-size refrigerator. Observed bulk apple juice stored in dorm size refrigeration unit 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

15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed outside corners of toilets in need of detailed cleaning throughout center. -General comment.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836

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 red vinyl child sized chair with tears in 2’s classroom. -General comment.

#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 .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 3’s classroom. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Observed touch up paint needed to walling throughout center.

#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3

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 gnats near handsink in both infant and toddler classrooms. Observed gnats in kitchen pantry.

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Mar 11, 2025 13 demerits · 4 violations

Observed cookies in 2 year old room, chips in the infant room and cereal in the kitchen not properly sealed. **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.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816

Observed water sampling kit not received yet. The webinar had been completed already. Will follow-up with center. GENERAL COMMENT **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.

#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 hands not washed before placing a clean diaper on the child. **15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d) Use approved diapering methods as follows: 1) gather supplies, 2) wear disposable gloves (if needed), 3) use a disposable moist towelette to clean child, wiping front to back, 4) dispose of gloves if used and soiled towelettes, 5) wiping the employee's hands and the child's hands with a separate disposable towelette, 6) slide clean diaper under child and apply diapering products if needed using approved methods, 7) fasten diaper and place clothing on child, 8) wash child's hands, 9) and 10) clean and disinfect diapering surface using approved methods, 11) employee washes their hands.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

Observed touch up paint needed during the inspection. **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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Oct 24, 2024 6 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Since the last inspection, the infant room has moved. Today during the inspection I verified hat the room was suitable for food prep and diaper changing. The room has two handwashing sinks and ample amount of space for food prep near the food prep sink. Informed Ms. Watt that she should reach out to the consultant and let them know about the room change.

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836

Observed child come into classroom and pick up a toy before washing hands in room 5. Child was directed to wash hands. GENERAL COMMENT **15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) and (c), .2836 (15).Child care center employees and children shall wash their hands when required.

#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816

Water testing kit has been ordered (10/24/24) but have not yet been received. GENERAL COMMENT **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.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

Observed touch up paint needed during the inspection. Observed water stained ceiling tile in room #5 **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.

#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2

Observed dust build up on the vent in room 5 restrooms. **15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).Windows and window treatments shall be kept clean and in good repair. All ventilation equipment, including air supply diffusers, return grilles, and fans shall be kept clean and in good repair.

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Apr 19, 2024 6 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: Spoke with Ms. Watt about having water tested for lead and ensuring that its only consumable water that’s tested.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820

Observed soapy water and disinfectant stored below 5 feet in the infant room. Bottles placed above 5 feet. **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.

#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4

Observed touch up paint needed during the inspection. Observed water stained ceiling tile in the women’s restroom and in the 3 year old room. **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.

#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2

Observed dust build up on the vent in the toddler room and in the 3 year old room restroom. **15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).Windows and window treatments shall be kept clean and in good repair. All ventilation equipment, including air supply diffusers, return grilles, and fans shall be kept clean and in good repair.

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Sep 6, 2023 12 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: Vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures provided during the inspection.

Observed bottles in infant room and sippy cup in 1 year old room missing date. **15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home shall be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center. Observed snacks not properly sealed in infant room and 2/3 year old room and cereal 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.

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4

Observed high chair feeding chairs in need of cleaning in the infant room. **15A NCAC 18A .2809 (3) Other surfaces that do not come into contact with food shall be kept clean and in good repair.

#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

Observed loose toilet seat in 3/4 year old room. **15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.

#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 frayed mats in 2/3 and younger 2’s 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.

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Jan 5, 2023 19 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: Note: in toddler room ceiling mounted camera attached to broken/sagging acoustical tile. Secure camera to something that can bear the weight of the camera.

#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5

Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c). Observed staff turn off water with hand, several times, 2’s class.

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2

Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h). Observed no thermometer in fridge in infant room. Note: stack bottles in fridge so door closes readily. Today door popped open due to bottles being stacked so door couldn’t close properly.

#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3

Protect food service equipment from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) and (b). Observed soiled paper products stored in kitchen cabinet.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed no disinfectant test strips. Need test strips in range that can check 500-800 ppm chlorine. (Wrong test strips purchased).

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d). Repeat-Observed hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes stored < 5 feet throughout center.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836

Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed sleep mats with fraying/damaged corners.

#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4

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). Repeat-Observed tape residue on furniture. Washing machine will build up and rust.

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Dec 21, 2022 28 demerits · 12 violations

Inspector comments: Will reinspect within 7 calendar days.

All food shall be stored and handled in a manner that protects it from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d),(f), .2807 (b), and .2808 (e). Observed parent provided milk in infant dorm fridge. Parent provided milk must arrive cold and unopened, must be stored in a regular sized fridge, labeled with name and date, then disposed of or sent home with parent at end of week.

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

Highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e). Observed high chair trays with dried food on bottom side. Send to be W/R/S in 3-comp sink daily.

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4

Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed microwave needs cleaning of splattered food. Kitchen drawers and cabinets need wiping out of debris. Signs of pest presence. Clean areas good so you can see if it’s a past pest problem or an ongoing pest problem.

#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3

Liquid soap shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Observed no soap at one hand sink in 2’s class.

#25 · Diapering surfaces cleaned and disinfected after each use: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −6

The diaper changing surface shall be properly disinfected between each child. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed a very frayed diaper changing pad in 2’s class. Disinfectant = 0 ppm chlorine at all diaper changing stations.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed no disinfectant test strips. Need test strips in range that can check 500-800 ppm chlorine. Make sure all spray bottles function, several did not today.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820 −6

All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). Observed triple antibiotics unlocked in toddler’s class.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d). Observed hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes stored < 5 feet throughout center.

#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 tape residue on furniture. Vinyl blocks frayed. Washing machine will build up and rust. Clean laundry room.

#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 stained carpeting in several areas. Keep carpets clean.

#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2

Install dumpster drain plug to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Observed no drain plug in dumpster. Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d). Observed broken fencing/wood behind dumpster. Replace broken kitchen garbage can

Outdoor storage areas shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (g). Observed 2 different types of mushrooms growing in the playground mulch.

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