8demerits
LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT BALLANTYNE
9829 PROVIDENCE RD W, Charlotte, NC 28277
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421218
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedAug 31, 2026
Inspections on record30
On record sinceAug 7, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 7, 2013Lower is betterAug 31, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 31, 2026 8 demerits · 3 violations
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be separate from handwash lavatories and kept clean. Observed pink residue on spout of water fountain near Blue Spruces class.
#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 stains on gray chairs in Saplings 1 class. Repeat.
#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 tiles and vents in Red Buds class. Repeat.
Aug 26, 2026 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Mel.
#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 3 containers of Swiffer refill liquid stored on shelf in Red buds 2 bathroom. Observed liquid air freshener on shelf behind books in hall near Red buds and saplings 2 class. Observed container of room spray with essential oil stored in unlocked cabinet in Green Pines class. Observed locks not working as intended in jack and jill bathroom between Yellow willows and Green pines. Lock wouldn't latch without manually latching from the inside. Repair.
#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 stains on gray chairs in Saplings 1 class.
#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 ceiling tiles around all ceiling vents in Red buds class. Note: class a little warmer than all other areas. Temperature not of concern at the time. Please monitor.
Feb 4, 2026 2 demerits · 2 violations
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Observed sanitizer at 800ppm. Ensure sanitizer concentration is between 50-200ppm.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed aerosol cleaners stored in unlocked cabinets in various bathrooms. Ensure hazardous items are stored behind lock and key.
Jul 16, 2025 5 demerits · 3 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 one specialty bulk milk sent from home missing date label. Needs date received. REPEAT
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed toys on rolling cart stored in bathroom in 2’s/3’s room. Limit storage in bathrooms to toileting and diapering supplies.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
General Comment:
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 table filled with water while children were playing outside. Director stated water table is filled each morning and emptied each night. Water play tables need to be filled immediately before play session and emptied after each session.
Jan 6, 2025 2 demerits · 3 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
General Comment:
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 one specialty bulk milk sent from home missing date label. Needs date received.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. Observed children’s items stored on coat hooks less than 12 inches apart and not in the bags provided by the center in Green Pines. Needs to be stored in child care center bags or on hooks 12 inches apart. REPEAT.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
General Comment:
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 crack in ceiling outside bathrooms in Prek 1. Needs repair.
Dec 31, 2024 14 demerits · 8 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
General Comment:
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 milks stored in mini refrigerators in Saplings 2 and Red bud 1. Needs to be stored in full size refrigerator.
#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 thermometer missing in Redbuds 1 classroom refrigerator. Needs thermometer.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Provide15A NCAC 18A .2812 (j) (j) A sanitizing solution shall be provided for cleaning purposes. Observed sanitizer at 250-500 ppm. EHS spoke with staff who was going by QAC sanitizer concentrations. Facility uses bleach for classroom sanitizer needs to be 50-200 ppm. REPEAT.
#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 (h) Signs that instruct child care center employees on proper methods of diaper changing and handwashing as set forth in the rules of this Section shall be posted in each diaper changing area. Observed diaper changing procedures missing at station in Orange Blossoms. Needs procedures.
#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 lock not engaged or operable on cabinet containing basket of cleaning chemicals and aerosols in Orange blossoms classroom. Observed chemicals in swiffer mop stored unlocked in bathroom in Prek classrooms. Needs to be stored behind lock and key. REPEAT. PROVISIONAL ITEM.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart. Observed children’s items stored on coat hooks less than 12 inches apart and not in the bags provided by the center outside of Saplings 2 and in Redbuds 1. Needs to be stored in child care center bags or on hooks 12 inches apart.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
General Comment:
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 tear in blue couch in Green pines. Needs repair/replacement.
#35 · Mouth-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized in rooms designated for children who are not toilet trained: .2822, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a). In rooms designated for children who are not toilet trained, toys and other mouth-contact surfaces that are used by children shall be cleaned and then sanitized after each use and when visibly dirty. Toys and other mouth-contact surfaces shall be cleaned and sanitized as follows:
(1) the items shall be scrubbed in warm, soapy water, using a brush to reach into any crevices;
(2) the items shall be rinsed in clean water;
(3) the items shall be submerged in a sanitizing solution for at least two minutes or in accordance with the instructions on the label of the sanitizing solution; and
(4) the items shall be air dried.
Observed employee clean dirty pacifier by rinsing in sink. Pacifier is mouth-contact surface. Needs to follow appropriate cleaning procedures.
Apr 12, 2024 8 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Reminder: Lead testing for water will be due for testing in June. Contact: Cleanwaterforcarolinakids.organizer
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed thermometer missing probe in kitchen. Replace.
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.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer 750ppm throughout center. Must be 50-100ppm for bleach.
15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) A testing method or equipment shall be used in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions to test the strengths of sanitizing solutions to ensure the prescribed concentrations are met.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
Observed locked broken on chemical cabinet in hall near Saplings class. Director aware and has placed a safety lock in place until maintenance man arrives. Order was placed prior to inspection.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed damaged shelving containing spray bottles, damaged in Red buds room. Observed damaged counter near fridge in Saplings 2 class.
Dec 11, 2023 13 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Drinking water testing for lead due 6/21/2024.
#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 (g) Food shall be stored above the floor and in a manner to protect it from dust, pests, drip, splash, and other contamination. Observed fabuloso stored over food in kitchen. Needs to be stored separately and not over food.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
15A NCAC 18A .2809 (3) Other surfaces that do not come into contact with food shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed build up in and around the teacher fridge in Infant 2 classroom. Needs cleaning.
#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 (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.
Observed staff miss step 5 in diapering procedure and did not wipe the child’s and the staff members hands. Needs to follow diaper changing procedure.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored in a locked storage room or cabinet. Observed aerosol automatic sprayer stored on top shelf in infant room. EHS discussed that automatic spray would have to be locked due to the fact that it contains an aerosol. CDI - Facility removed the automatic air freshener.
#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 build up in cabinet under sink in infant room. Observed torn seat cushion in Blue Spruces. Needs cleaning/repair.
#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 dining room. Check for leaks and replace tile. REPEAT.
Mar 23, 2023 4 demerits · 3 violations
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Replace chlorine test strips. Test strips are for quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Spoke with kitchen staff and figured out the wrongs strips were being used to test concentrations.
Provide sanitizer test kit. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g)
Observed sanitizer 500ppm in classrooms.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant 0ppm in classroom D.
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in dining area.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Oct 24, 2022 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #29- Observed windex and cleaner containers stored unlocked in hall cabinets on infants hall. Removed and placed in laundry closet (locked). #34-Observed carpet frayed in infants.
#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 build up around hand sink faucet in dining area.
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 build up in toy kitchen sink (class H) and debris build up on hard (tracks) toys in class I.
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).
Jan 24, 2022 8 demerits · 3 violations
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer 700-1000ppm.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Provide test kit.
Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c )
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed paper blocks needing to be replaced in various classrooms.
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).
Jul 8, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed shelving, used for soapy/sanitizer/disinfectant sprays, needing to be repaired/replaced in 2/3s restroom, 2/3s class, 3s class, and 3/4 restroom.
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).
Jan 12, 2021 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Provisional items 8,28, and 29 corrected
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) Observed teacher not wash hands after diaper change, red room.
#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 sanitizer less than 5 feet on toddler playground.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b). Observed a couple dusty vents.
Jan 5, 2021 29 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS TAKEN
31-Coat hooks must be 12 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e). Observed coat hooks with children's items on them less than 12 inches apart.
34-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 some shelving that holds spray bottles in disrepair. Repair broken hinge on cabinet in orange room.
37-Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed frayed carpet in blue room.
44-Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d).
Keep dumpster lids and doors closed to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).
Install dumpster drain plug to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).
-Observed broken drain plug. Doors and lid open and trash on ground around dumpster.
Will reinspect within 7 calendar days. Emailed Provisional status handout and Hazardous item storage handout.
#8 · Meets specifications for refrigeration, sinks, lavatories and dishwashing equipment: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −6
All areas where food preparation occurs shall have an approved hand washing sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (b) Observed refrigerator in red room. No food prep hand sink. Remove refrigerator from room. In classrooms without food prep hand sinks snacks stored in classrooms must be individually packaged.
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Do not store food service equipment under exposed sewer lines. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (b). Observed clean pans/sheet pans stored below prep sink plumbing.
#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 soap not dispensing in kitchen. Batteries need replacing. Broken faucet fixture in gold/purple bathroom.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820 −6
All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). Observed prescription diaper cream stored unlocked in red room. Unlocked Antifungal and Cortisone in yellow/orange bathroom.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed unlocked insect repellant wipes and powdered vomit coagulator in yellow/orange bathroom.
#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 stored less than 5 feet above floor in red room and screening area at front door. Observed diaper creams stored less than 5 feet and unlocked in red room.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b). Observed dusty vents throughout.
Keep all light fixtures clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Observed broken lamp shade in green room. Lights not working in staff bathroom.
Jan 8, 2020 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
12. Observed the refrigerator in need of cleaning- red room.
Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
13. Observed single service cups and utensils stored unprotected. (Mouthpieces of cups were not covered nor inverted and all utensils were stored in different directions which could lead to contamination when the children reach in to obtain theirs. Provide a way to protect all single service items.
Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b).
32. Observed the cots not labeled properly- Toddler. Update.
All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c).
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed several children not wash their hands properly- Green room.
Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a).
#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 cartons of milk brought in from home stored in the class's mini fridge- Red room. Store in the kitchen refrigerator.
-Observed 1 carton of milk in the dining car refrigerator dated from a week ago and another without a date.
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 an open bag of snacks stored with a piece of tape used to close it- Blue. Place in a zipped bag or a closed container.
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Repeat: Observed pink buildup on the water fountains mouthpiece. Clean.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed smock and sheets stored in the restroom- Yellow room.
Observed cots stored in the restroom- Green room.
Follow the room below.
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed buildup on toys and in toy bins- Red room. Clean.
Observed the red cushion on the child's couch in disrepair- Blue room.
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 paint chipping on window sills. Repaint.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jun 28, 2019 16 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
REPEAT: Observed open bags of food stored in the cabinets in the orange room. Follow the rule below.
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
-REPEAT: Observed the bottles of sanitizer at 500ppm chlorine. The correct process was discussed.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
-12. No Points Deducted: Observed buildup in the refrigerator in the red 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).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed pink buildup on the water fountains mouthpiece. Clean.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#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
REPEAT: Observed all of the spring loaded faucets with a short run time (10-11 seconds). Regulate more to allow a minimum of 15 seconds run time to facilitate proper handwashing.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
-Observed a purse below 5 feet in the orange room.
Purses, that do not contain hazardous items, must be stored 5 ft above the floor, behind lock and key, or behind a child safety lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f).
-Observed bulk sunscreen stored below the diaper changing table. Child lock not latched. Red room.
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).
*CV #29 has been corrected.
Jun 21, 2019 21 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
21. Observed all of the spring loaded faucets with a short run time (8-9 seconds). Regulate to allow a minimum of 15 seconds run time to facilitate proper handwashing.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
37. Observed buildup on the restroom walls in the yellow room.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
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#5 Continued:
-Observed open bags of food stored in the cabinets in the red room. Follow the rule below.
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
-Observed cartons of milk brought in from home dated 6/10, 4/10 (one was swollen) in the cafe refrigerator. *Bring in unopened labeled and dated and send home at the end of the week.*
-Observed cartons of milk brought in from home stored in the dorm size refrigerator in the Toddler room. *Store in a domestic refrigerator.*
-Observed eggs stored on the top shelf above all other foods in the kitchen.
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).
#29 Continued: CRITICALS
-Observed the key in the laundry room door (chemicals present).
-Observed windex and disinfectant wipes stored unlocked on the counter top in the diaper changing area in the Red room.
-Observed a swiffer sweeper stored with the chemicals in it in the orange restroom.
-Observed cabinet containing cleaners and aerosols unlocked and with the key in the lock.
-Observed a 3 pack of disinfectant wipes stored unlocked in the hall storage.
*All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
*Keys used to access hazardous item storage must be out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor) and stored separately from lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
REINSPECTION WILL BE WITHIN 7 DAYS.
#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 open bags of food stored in the cabinets in the red room. Follow the rule below.
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
-Observed cartons of milk brought in from home dated 6/10, 4/10 (one was swollen) in the cafe refrigerator. *Bring in unopened labeled and dated and send home at the end of the week.*
-Observed cartons of milk brought in from home stored in the dorm size refrigerator in the Toddler room. *Store in a domestic refrigerator.*
-Observed eggs stored on the top shelf above all other foods in the kitchen.
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). |
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed the dial thermometer in the kitchen not calibrated. The two digital ones need new batteries.
Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed the bottles of sanitizer at 500ppm chlorine. The correct process was discussed
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed the bottles of disinfectant above 1000ppm chlorine. The correct process was discussed.
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
-Observed the key in the laundry room door (chemicals present).
-Observed windex and disinfectant wipes stored unlocked on the counter top in the diaper changing area in the Red room.
-Observed a swiffer sweeper stored with the chemicals in it in the orange restroom.
-Observed cabinet containing cleaners and aerosols unlocked and with the key in the lock- orange room.
-Observed a 3 pack of disinfectant wipes stored unlocked in the hall storage.
*All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
*Keys used to access hazardous item storage must be out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor) and stored separately from lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
-Observed toys in need of cleaning (dolls and larger toys) in the orange & purple rooms.
-Observed sticky residue on toys in the blue room.
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).
Aug 31, 2018 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Critical item #29 from previous inspection has been corrected. All hazardous items were locked away appropriately.
NOTE: Water stained ceiling tiles were replaced.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed sensory toys/equipment stored in the Red Room's restroom. Items needs to be relocated.
**Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed carpet had not been cleaned since 08/21/17. Needs carpet to be cleaned.
**Carpet shall be extraction cleaned at least once each 6 months. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 (c ).
Aug 29, 2018 15 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
34. Observed water play center with standing water while kids were outside. Water play centers should be cleaned after each session. Water play center is available for kids all day, encouraged to drain and clean between morning and afternoon sessions.
**Clean and sanitize water play centers and associated toys daily (if used) and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (c ).
#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 food stored with chemicals in Purple Room. Food was separated. Ensure that food and chemicals are not stored directly together.
**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).
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed hazardous items unlocked in Gold Room's and Yellow Room's restroom, Green room above cabinet and air freshener in the Purple Room's cabinet. Ensure that all hazardous items remain behind lock and key. CRITICAL VIOLATION.
**All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (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 bowing in Gold Room. Needs to be repaired.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Last carpet extraction was 08/21/2017. Needs to be cleaned.
Jun 28, 2018 9 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #37---Observed stained ceiling tile in Gold room. #39-- Observed burned out light bulbs in green and yellow room.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer bottles 500ppm in classrooms.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Observed hand soap empty in kitchen and jack/jill restroom between gold and purple room. Second sink avaliable in restroom has soap. Replaced.
Liquid soap shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d).
#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
Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). Observed teacher in infants class wash hands before cleaning/disinfecting changing table. CDI-spoke with teacher about handwashing and diaper changing
Dec 18, 2017 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: Replace missing thermometer in fridge in Red room.
#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 cartons of silk milk and almond milk being kept at facility longer than required.
Meals, non-frozen breast milk, formula, and other bottled beverages brought from home shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) and (f).
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed pink residue on water fountains in hallways.
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed handle broken on cabinet in Gold class and faucet on kitchen set broken in Blue room. Clean stove in Purple room.
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).
Feb 15, 2017 13 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: no points deducted: #7--Observed small refridgerator needing a thermometer in red room.
#37--Observed water damaged ceiling tile in purple and gold room.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Observed ice machine needing to be cleaned in kitchen.
Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f)
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water ranging from 56-70F in restrooms in 2s class through purple room restroom.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#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 cots staring to rip/tear in red room.
Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed vent needing to be cleaned in older infants room and restroom in 2s class. Replace burned out light bulbs in older infants and dining cart.
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
Jul 14, 2016 7 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Rhonda and Sheeka.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed dust build up on hard toys (kitchen) in 2 year old, purple class, and in middle play area. Observed rips on red couches in 2 and 4 year old classes.
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).
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed gnats in gold room.
Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Jan 28, 2016 22 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
#4: Observed milk in older infants refrigerator at 47F. Dispose of all potentially hazardous foods. Do not store any food in that refrigerator until refrigerator is able to maintain food 45F or below.
**All potentially hazardous food shall be 45F or less.
#28: Observed unlocked hydrocortisone cream in infants diaper changing area.
**Medications shall be locked.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed thermometers in disrepair in dining car and red room.
**Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Observed unwrapped to-go cups stored in dirty container, dining car. Children helping themselves to clean silverware (dining car) and plastic-ware handles not facing same way or up.
**Protect food service equipment from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) and (b).
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water less than 80F throughout most of building.
**Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Observed coat hooks less than 12 inches apart, and children's coat collars and hoods touching.
**Coat hooks must be 12 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
#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 children napping less than 18 inches apart in gold room.
**Children must be spaced at least 18 inches apart or separated by a partition while napping. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (e).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed books torn/damaged in several classrooms.
**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 non shatterproof bulbs in lamps in several classrooms. Christmas lights are not shatterproof (teacher removed them during inspection). Can lights need to be shatterproof.
**Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
#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
Observed no cover for large sandbox.
**Sand boxes must be covered when not in use and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ) (2).
Aug 28, 2015 21 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: 1. Observed employee not wash her hands after a diaper change in the Yellow room.Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a)4. Observed a carton of Organic milk stored in the Orange room sitting on top of a bowl of ice. Milk was at 50F. Keep the carton of milk in the kitchen, and pour into a cup and bring into the class.All potentially hazardous food products shall be maintained at 45°F, or below, or 140°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (f)12. Observed the refrigerator gaskets in the kitchen.Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).19. Observed pink buildup on one of the water fountains.Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).23. Observed an art easle stored in the Toddler restroom.Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).29. Observed cabinet unlocked on the Infant hall. It contained several aerosol cans.All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). 37. Observed stained ceiling tiles in purple and yellow roomKeep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.39. Provide information (i.e: a box) to prove that the recessed can lights are shatterproof.Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).No CCA treated wood.Susan Shields present during the inspection.Report emailed to sshields@rainbowstationcharlotte.org
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed children turn the water off with their bare hands after washing them. Ensure the children are supervised and the following steps are followed.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) turningoff faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c).
#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 no dates on the bottles in the 2 rooms.Label all baby bottles, sippy-cups, and bottled beverages sent from home with the child's name and date it was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d)-Observed quarts of milk brought from home without dates.Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed the sanitizer bottles above 200ppm chlorine throughout.Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#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 unlabeled soap bottles in a few rooms.All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ).
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed coat hooks less than 12" apart.Coat hooks must be 12 inches apart. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (e).
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
Observed a heavy presence of flies.Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT BALLANTYNE” or State ID 2060421218). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.