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15225 MARVIN ROAD, Charlotte, NC 28277

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421434

Latest result3 demerits

Last inspectedOct 2, 2026

Inspections on record21

On record sinceMay 31, 2016

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

Score history

May 31, 2016Lower is betterOct 2, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 2, 2026 3 demerits · 2 violations

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

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Provide paper towels in kitchen and bathroom.

#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 paint starting to chip on window sill behind toy structures in first room.

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Sep 28, 2026 6 demerits · 2 violations

#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed kitchen hot water holding at 115F. Must have 120F hot water in kitchen.

#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

15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c). Approved disinfectants and detergent solutions shall be kept in separate and labeled bottles at each diaper changing station. Observed disinfectant bottle without label above diaper changing table. Labeled during inspection.

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Feb 16, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations

Inspector comments: No violations observed.

No violations were recorded for this inspection.

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Aug 18, 2025 6 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 76F at bathroom hand sink and 119F at kitchen handsink. Ensure hot water is between 80-110F in areas accessible to children. REPEAT

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

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 one disinfectant at 0ppm and the other disinfectant at 250ppm. Ensure disinfectant solutions are 500-800ppm.

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Feb 3, 2025 6 demerits · 3 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 51F at bathroom hand sink. Ensure hot water is between 80-110F in areas accessible to children. REPEAT

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

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. Water testing for lead past due. Owner stated they have sent in the samples and are waiting for the results.

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

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 one of two disinfectant solutions at 0ppm. Ensure disinfectant solutions are 500-800ppm.

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Jun 18, 2024 6 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: 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 has not had drinking water/food prep water tested for lead since 9/16/2021. Needs to be tested. Facility can go to Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids to register for testing.

#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 bathroom hand sink at 75F. Adjust mixing valve. REPEAT.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed hand sink in kitchen containing box of trash bags and cloth. Do not obstruct hand sink. REPEAT.

#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 black chair cracking at arm rests, observed large floor mat peeling, and observed debris under diaper pad. Needs cleaning/repair.

#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

15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed several toys, bird baths, and other items with standing water. Empty items of standing water.

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Dec 20, 2023 18 demerits · 9 violations

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

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 digital food thermometer. Rule change requiring this.

#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 bathroom hand sink <80F. Adjust mixing valve.

#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children

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 gate not closed and locked to kitchen. Bins of toys blocking door. Door must be closed and latched unless a child is going to the bathroom or food is being prepped.

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

15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed hand sink in kitchen full off bowls and other misc items. Do not obstruct hand sink.

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 cloth cover on diaper changing pad. Children in diapers currently at center. Remove absorbent cover.

#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 diaper cream in cubby < 5 feet above floor.

#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 children’s coats all stored together on coat hook.

#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 (f).Linens shall be kept clean, in good repair, and stored with the mat or cot that the linens are assigned to or stored apart from the mattress or cot in a manner that keeps the linens used for each child separate from the linens belonging to other children. Observed blankets being stored together. Store in cubbys or launder after every use.

#41 · Persons caring for sick or mildly ill children excluded from situations in which disease transmission likely to occur: proper written cleanup procedure followed for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836

15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center employees shall follow the establishment's written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. Rule change: Giving copy of poster to provider.

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