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DRUID HILLS ACADEMY PRE K
2801 LUCENA ST, Charlotte, NC 28206
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421340
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedAug 28, 2026
Inspections on record29
On record sinceDec 13, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 13, 2013Lower is betterAug 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 28, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 7, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 16, 2025 2 demerits · 1 violation
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed no test strips during the inspection. Provided some to Director.
**15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) Provide a testing method for chlorine disinfectant to ensure compliance with prescribed chlorine concentration.
Apr 7, 2025 3 demerits · 1 violation
#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 disinfectant wipes stored less than 5ft up and unlocked in teachers desk drawer. Needs to be 5ft up or behind lock and key.
Oct 16, 2024 3 demerits · 3 violations
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed chemical ice pack in outside bag unlocked and storage cabinet unlocked. CDI - Storage cabinet and ice pack were locked.
#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 hand sanitizer less than 5ft up in teacher desk and outside bag. Needs to be 5ft up. REPEAT.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.
Observed facility does not have vomit and diarrhea cleaning plan. EHS emailed a copy.
Apr 23, 2024 3 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility due for lead water testing by 7/2024. School building should register for lead testing and include childcare permits in testing at Clean Classrooms for Carolina Kids.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Designated emergency medications shall be kept inaccessible to children, but are not required to be in locked storage. A product shall be considered inaccessible to children when stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is mounted a minimum vertical distance of five feet above the finished floor. Observed epipen stored in unlocked drawer at teachers desk. Needs to be stored 5ft above the floor. CDI- Epi pen was move to shelf 5ft up.
#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 lotion and disinfectant wipes stored less than 5ft up. Needs to be stored 5ft up.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
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. Observed mats beginning to tear around folds. Needs repair/replacement.
Nov 15, 2023 4 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Facility is using only one classroom B6.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water reach 117F at handsink in classroom and at 112 in bathroom handsink in B6. Needs to be 80-110F. REPEAT.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
No points deducted.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed lavender essential oil in unlocked drawer. CDI - Oil was removed and locked by teacher.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Observed facility did not have vomit and diarrhea cleaning plan. EHS emailed a copy with updated rule information.
May 11, 2023 4 demerits · 3 violations
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed minor cleaning needed to shelving in refrigerator located in classroom A2.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water reach 116F at handsink in classroom A2.
*NOTE: Ms. Toni Holder was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Tonic.holder@cms.k12.nc.us
carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us
Joann.kobel@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 minor stained ceiling tiles in classroom A2. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced.
Oct 20, 2022 3 demerits · 2 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water reach 116F at handsink in classroom A2.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed mats fraying in creases in room A6.
*NOTE: Report emailed to head teacher at:
Joann.kobel@cms.k12.nc.us
carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us
Apr 26, 2022 10 demerits · 4 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
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 carton of speciality milk properly dated and labeled with child’s name stored in dorm refrigeration unit in classroom B2. Per guidance from the State of NC, cartons/gallons of milk not provided by childcare center should be stored in domestic refrigeration unit in kitchen.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed large movable mirror and stack of chairs stored in restroom in classroom B2.
#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
All cleaning and disinfectant solutions shall be properly labeled (i.e. soapy water, disinfectant). 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2820 (c ). Observed spray bottle of disinfectant in classroom B2 not labeled. Observed spray bottle of soapy water in classroom B6 not labeled.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor staining to floor rugs in classroom B2 and B6. Observed lower wall peeling behind hand sink in restroom of classroom B6. Observed laminate behind handsink in classroom B2 peeling and in need of repair.
*NOTE: Report emailed to Principal and Lead PreK teacher at the carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us & Joann.Kobel@cms.k12.nc.us
Sep 14, 2021 9 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Critical violation #17 was corrected, hot water ranged between 80F-81F in both PreK classrooms. Report emailed to Principal Dr. Mathis at: carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us
#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
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 specialty milk stored in dorm refrigeration unit located in classroom B2 without child's name or date. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed laminate peeling behind hand sink located in classroom B2. Observed lower wall stained near hand sink located in B6 classroom. REPEAT VIOLATION.
Sep 8, 2021 15 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO DEMERITS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#29. All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed chemical aerosol Microban cleaner stored on top of dorm refrigeration unit in classroom B6. Teacher locked up hazardous item behind lock and key during time of inspection. If violation is observed during next inspection, demerits will be taken for violation.
*NOTE: Report was emailed to Principal Dr. Mathis at: carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us
#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
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 container of soy milk provided by child's parent stored in dorm refrigeration unit in classroom B2 with child's name or date milk was brought into center. EHS educated teacher on rule.
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children −6
Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water at 127F at handsink located in classroom B2 and at 124F at handsink in classroom B6. EHS will make a visit within 7 days to assure that critical violation has been corrected.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed laminate behind handsink in classroom B2 peeling. Observed lower wall next to hand sink with staining in restroom located inside classroom B6.
Dec 15, 2020 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted re-inspection and the critical item (water above 120F) had been fixed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 4, 2020 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children −6
Observed hot water reach 120F and 123F in rooms B5 and B6. CRITICAL VIOLATION.
**Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
Oct 3, 2019 2 demerits · 1 violation
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed thermometer stored in the back of the refrigerator in room B-6. Thermometer was relocated to the front of the refrigerator.
**All thermometers in refrigerators shall be stored in the warmest part of the refrigerator and located to be easily readable. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) (1).
Jan 25, 2019 4 demerits · 1 violation
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Repair wall damage under soap dispenser in restroom in B-6. Observed wall damage under sink in restroom in B-2.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Aug 27, 2018 6 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Replace missing thermometer in refrigerator in class B2.
Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Repair wall above soap dispenser in restroom in class B2.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Aug 22, 2018 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted:#7---Replace missing thermometer or locate thermometer for refrigerator in B6.
Re-Inspection within 7 days.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
Observed bleach, disinfectant wipes, and other chemicals stored in an unlocked cabinet in classroom B2.
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 paint peeled on wall above soap dispenser in restrrom in classroom B6.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
May 23, 2018 12 demerits · 3 violations
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) Inside surfaces of dorm refrigerators in need of cleaning in both classrooms.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
REPEAT
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 broken handle on wooden cubby doors used to store back packs; Observed broken handle on multi-drawer
storage cabinet; Observed tape on wooden cubbies throughout both classrooms.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed misc items stored on floor underneath drain lines in both classrooms; Observed debris collected underneath sinks / cabinets on floor in need of general cleaning.
May 17, 2018 17 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Provisional Status Issued
Provisional Guidelines Attached
Re-inspection Within 7 Calendar days
Director present during inspection.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water in excess of 110F at hand washing sink in both Pre-K classrooms (B-6, B-2). (148F)
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children −6
Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water accessible to children in both Pre-K classrooms (B-6, B-2) measuring in excess of 120F (148F), (Provisional Status Issued).
Re-inspection will be conducted within 7 calendar days; failure to correct violation will result in Disapproved Status.
Provisional Guidlines Emailed to Director.
#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3
Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). Observed linen (mat covers) stained in need of replacing.
#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). Observed broken handle on wooden cubby doors used to store back packs; Observed broken handle on multi-drawer storage cabinet.
Sep 14, 2017 9 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#33. Stained linen changed on mat in B-6 at time of inspection. Change linen on mats/cots at least weekly and when visibly soiled.**Linens for children older than 12 months shall be changed when visibly and laundered when soiled and at least weekly. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).
#34. Monitor and repair back splash behind hand washing sink in classroom area of B-2. Observed back splash water damaged.**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).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed sub teacher purse not properly stored in room B-6. Store teacher purse five feet vertical distance out of reach of children or locked away. Teacher purse properly stored at time of inspection.
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).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Touch-up paint wall near soap dispenser in B-6 bathroom. Wipe/clean wall near light switch and door framing in B-6. Tightly secure loose rubber cove base molding behind sensory station in B-6. Clean throw rug in B-2.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#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
Store items on the playground so they do not hold or collect water(sensory table). Replace missing pedals on tricycle. Address low areas on the playground and provide additional mulch.
All play ground equipment must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ).
May 4, 2017 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Repair top of playground fencing near gym. Eliminate gap between gate on playground fencing to eliminate gap/ entrapment hazard.
Cut small trees between black border and playground fencing. Address wickering of water from base of black border surrounding
playground fencing and onto the side walk. Replace broken lid to sensory table used on the playground.
Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).
Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Keep the property free of high vegetation. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (i)..
#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
Thoroughly clean base of toilets in bathrooms located in B-2 and B-6. Thoroughly clean hand washing sink basin within the
classroom in B-2.
Toilets shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (b).
Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the hand washing sink has
been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (C)
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Replace loose and missing rubber cove base molding behind sensory table in B-6. Touch-up paint throughout in both classrooms.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#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
Repair top of playground fencing near gym. Eliminate gap between gate on playground fencing to eliminate gap/ entrapment hazard.
Cut small trees between black border and playground fencing. Address wickering of water from base of black border surrounding
playground fencing and onto the side walk. Replace broken lid to sensory table used on the playground.
Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).
Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Keep the property free of high vegetation. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (i)..
Nov 3, 2016 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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
Thoroughly clean base of toilet in both pre k bathrooms. General cleaning around faucet fixture on hand washing sinks in bathrooms. Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
General Comment: #34. Observed sealant worn from front of cabinet doors in B-2. Apply another coat of varnish/sealant on front of cabinet doors in B-2. Wipe/dust top of smart board projector. ****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). Mrs. Kobel and Mrs. LaFrogola present at time of inspection.
Jan 28, 2016 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment- No Points Deducted! #16. Monitor water temperature closely at hand washing sinks in bathrooms and classroom area. Today it took 10-15 minutes before hot water temperature reached 80F at hand washing sinks in classroom and bathrooms.***Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). #29. Observed container of white out with several warning not properly stored in room B2. Store white out locked away. White out properly stored at time of inspection.****All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). #33. Observed linen wearing thin on (1) mat in B6. Monitor and replace worn linen on sleeping mats.***Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). #37. Touch-up paint throughout where needed.***Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Ms. Kobel and Ms. Callum present at time of inspection.
#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 base of toilets soiled in bathrooms within classrooms. Observed area around handle on hand washing sink within bathroom soiled in B-2. Thoroughly clean base of toilet and faucet/handle area on hand washing sinks.
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
Keep hand washing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#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 torn/damaged sleeping mats room B-2. Discard and replace damaged sleeping mats.
Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed loose handles on cabinet doors in B-2. Secure handles on cabinet doors. Observed varnish/sealant worn from front of cabinet doors in B-2. Apply another coat of stain/varnish on front of cabinet doors in B-2. Monitor and repair back splash on counter top in B-2. Laminate on back splash is starting to separate from particle board. Wipe/dust top of smart board braces and projector. Observed throw pillow covering soiled in B2. Clean covering on throw pillows. Observed damaged spot on red vinyl chair in B6. Repair spot on chair or replace chair.
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).
Nov 10, 2015 22 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #13. Observed single service articles(paper plates) not properly stored in room B-2. Store paper plates(single service articles) once opened in a clean place, inverted down or in an enclosed container or bag.**Single-service articles must be kept clean and protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2809 (8), .2814 (a) and (b). #34. Observed loose handles on cabinet doors in room B-2. Tightly secure loose handles on cabinet doors. Observed varnish/sealant worn from front of cabinet doors. Highly recommend refurbishing( add coat of wood sealant/varnish) cabinet doors. Clean/dust top of smart board projectors. Clean/dust computer monitors.**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. Observed fire ant mound near school building within the playground area. Have exterminator to address ant mound on the playground area.**Keep the facility free of rodents, insects and vermin. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). 49. Observed standing water in containers/bins on playground. Store toys/fixtures on the playground so they do not hold or collect water. Replace missing pedals on tricycles.**Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). All play ground equipment must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ). Ms. Callum and Ms. Kobel present at time of inspection.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed broken thermometer in refrigeration unit located in room B-2. Replace missing thermometer in refrigeration unit.
Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water temperature 76F-77F at hand washing sink and classroom in room B-2 and B-6. Water temperature shall range 80F-110F.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at hand washing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#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 base of toilets soiled in bathrooms within room B-2 and B-6 classroom. Thoroughly clean base of toilets.
Toilets, potty chairs, utility sinks, and bathing equipment used in areas of the center with mildly ill children shall be cleaned and disinfected after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2836 (3).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed teacher purse not properly stored in room B-2. Observed teacher purse stored in unlocked filing cabinet and storage closet less than five feet vertical distance out of reach of children. Store teachers purses locked away or five feet vertical distance out of reach of children.
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).
#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 no mat list in room B-2. Provide a cot list matching # on mat with child's name. Continue to replace torn/damaged sleeping mats in B-2.
All cribs, beds, cots and mats must be labeled with each individual child's name. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ).
Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed wall damaged near exit door in room B-2. Repair and repaint corner of wall near exit door. WIpe/clean walls in bathrooms. Observed water stain on lower section of wall in B-2 bathroom under hand washing sink. Check and make sure no plumbing fixtures are leaking on interior of wall. Repair and repaint lower section of wall in bathroom. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in room B-6. Repair any roof leaks then replace water stained ceiling tiles.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed lights in bathrooms in B2 and B6 not shielded or shatterproof.
Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a).
Feb 11, 2015 9 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DRUID HILLS ACADEMY PRE K” or State ID 2060421340). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.