A99.5
COLLINSWOOD LANGUAGE ACADEMY
5621 FLAGSTAFF DR, Charlotte, NC 28210
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110346
Latest gradeA (99.5)
Last inspectedSep 9, 2026
Inspections on record18
On record sinceNov 18, 2020
Score history
Nov 18, 2020Higher is betterSep 9, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 9, 2026 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf- *Observed - 4 Metal containers stored clean with dried debris build up/sticky residue. *CDI - PIC placed items in 3 compartment sink to be washed rinsed and sanitized.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored −0.5
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. *Observed - Sanitizer Buckets below proper concentration.
May 22, 2026 A 99 · 2 violations
#23 · Proper date marking & disposition
Follow-up verification required
3-501.17 (A) or (B) Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and are to be held for more than 24 hours. -Pf. Establish a date marking system consistent with 3-501.17 (A) or (B). Additional date marking system options are found in 3-501.17 (D). *Observed - Pin Wheels from yesterday on speed rack in WIC without proper date marking. *CDI - PIC date marked item.
For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Date Marking Food Safely https://youtu.be/BOPsSNUajYs .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf- *Observed - Dented can stored with other non-dented cans in dry storage room. *CDI - PIC removed item and placed it on shelf to be discarded.
Feb 19, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used −0.5
Corrected during inspection
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. *Observed - Speaker plugged into wall and stored on clean side drain board of dish areas 3 compartment sink. No dishes were done or being done at the time. *CDI - PIC removed speaker from area and sanitized the contaminated drain board area.
Sep 24, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
Corrected during inspection
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. *Observed - Multiple dead crawling pests throughout back of kitchen near back door and restroom. PIC stated company sprayed on Monday. *CDI - PIC had employee sweep up dead pests.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. *Observed - Dumpster doors left open on both trash dumpsters.
Mar 12, 2025 A 99 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: June 10th summer break until last week of august. First Monday before Labor Day.
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed a case of tomatoes accumulating mold on a few of the tomatoes. CDI - PIC discarded case. (1)
Dec 12, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: PIC requested Spanish educational hand-outs for cooling parameters and procedures for next educational visit.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 3, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 16, 2024 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 21, 2023 A 99.5 · 1 violation
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug missing from dumpster. Replace.
Aug 28, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 26, 2023 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed the interior of the ice machine collecting black and pink residue on the front ice shield. Keep the interior of the ice machine clean.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed utensil drawers with debris. Keep all non-food contact surfaces clean.
Mar 8, 2023 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: School was on an early release for today’s inspection. Limited food being served and no hot holding service.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 19, 2022 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: One sink in the front serving area has very low water pressure. Staff have two other sinks for use when hand washing is needed in the area. No violation today since area has enough sinks per code, but sink should be repaired.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf. Observed the can opener collecting residue. CDI, item moved to dishwashing area; cleaned and sanitized.
For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed turned off refrigerator at front serving line with food items that were leaking into the unit. Keep non-food contact surfaces clean. CDI, items removed from the refrigerator and unit moved to back of kitchen for service.
Sep 7, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 24, 2022 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Recommended storing the milk one crate high in the front part of the reach in self service cooler. Lowering ambient air temperature of cafeteria would also help maintain lower temperature levels for milk.
Made contact with Karen Sullivan, whom explained the front part of school was shut down and a new school was built behind the location of the original.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 13, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 15, 2021 A 100 · 1 violation
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(E) Store sanitizer containers used for wet wiping cloths off the floor. Observed bucket of sanitizer wiping cloth stored on the floor. CDI- bucket of sanitizer was placed on shelf.
Nov 18, 2020 A 100 · 2 violations
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Corrected during inspection
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of individual juice boxes stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. CDI- removed from floor
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Corrected during inspection
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dishwasher took 5 runs before hitting 160F. This may be due to lack of
use during pandemic conditions. CDI- PIC asked to have technicians ensure operating properly
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “COLLINSWOOD LANGUAGE ACADEMY” or State ID 2060110346). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.