2demerits
ALLIANCE CENTER FOR EDUCATION-UNIVERSITY
6442 N TRYON ST, Charlotte, NC 28213
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421666
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedOct 14, 2026
Inspections on record4
On record sinceApr 30, 2025
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 30, 2025Lower is betterOct 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 14, 2026 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Report emailed to the following:
Sheleah@ac4ed.org
JORN@AC4ED.ORG
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 a kitchen thermometer that did not meet the thin-probe requirement specified in the notated rule. The center’s thermometer was accurate within ±3°F of the EHS thermometer. -General comment.
#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 bin of toys stored in 3’s classroom restroom.
Apr 16, 2026 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Sheleah, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
JORN@AC4ED.ORG
Sheleah@ac4ed.org
Aprilb@ac4ed.org
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (d).Water play centers shall be filled with potable water immediately before children begin a water play session. Water shall be emptied after each play session and at a minimum each morning and afternoon, or more often if no longer clean. Observed water play table filled with water while children were napping in 3’s classroom. EHS educated teacher on notated rule. -General comment.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered. Observed dumpster lids opened during time of inspection.
Oct 29, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Sheleah Davidson, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Sheleah@ac4ed.org
Stephanie.Palmer@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 1 loose toilet seat outside of toddler classroom. Repair.
Apr 30, 2025 12 demerits · 5 violations
#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Observed the 3-comp sink not set up with sanitizer. Staff was washing and rinsing then putting on drain board to air dry. Observed stickers still on multi use utensils, remove stickers and any sticky residual before wash, rinse, sanitize
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) In child care centers, food-contact surfaces, equipment, utensils, and single service articles shall be protected from contamination. Observed water cups opened from wrong end, open at bottom end where you’re grabbing the bottom of the cup, not the lip.
#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. Observed no paper towels at diaper changing hand sink in class #2.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
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 cups with toothpaste prepped for after lunch and not locked. Toothpaste needs to be locked when not in use, prep cups right before children are going to brush teeth.
#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 tape residue on toy shelves.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ALLIANCE CENTER FOR EDUCATION-UNIVERSITY” or State ID 2060421666). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.