4demerits
EVERBROOK ACADEMY
16825 MARVIN RD, Charlotte, NC 28277
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421490
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedJun 30, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceJun 13, 2018
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jun 13, 2018Lower is betterJun 30, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 30, 2026 4 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 speciality milk with no date. Kitchen employee stated milk was brought in yesterday. Ensure all speciality milks are labeled with name and date.
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water that exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit is a burn hazard and shall not be provided in areas accessible to children. Observed handwashing sink and diaper changing sink at 125F in Early Preschool classroom. All other sinks in facility were in proper range. Director contacted plumber during inspection. Ensure hot water accessible to children is between 80-110F.
#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 outside of laundry room. Check for leaks and repair/replace tile.
Dec 15, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 9, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 19, 2024 8 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
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2804 (i) A water bottle that a child brings to the child care center from home and that is used only for water consumption by that child shall be exempt from the requirements of 2804 (h). Instead, the water bottle shall be labeled with the name of the child to whom the water bottle belongs, individually stored in the child's cubby, and sent home with the child at the end of the day. Observed bottles missing name labels in Toddlers. Needs name labels.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed hot water reach only 71F in Brook bathroom and 75 in Prek bathroom. Needs to be 80-110F. 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 stored in toilet rooms in Brook room. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
General Comment:
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 childrens Benadryl in Twos room and Childrens Zyrtec in Junior kindergarten stored in unlocked cabinets. Medicines were written as part of emergency plan but do not qualify as emergency medication.
#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 torn brown chairs in toddlers and two year old room. Staff removed items from classroom.
Feb 12, 2024 4 demerits · 3 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed Pre Kindergarten bathroom sink hot water reach only 71F. Needs to be 80-110F. REPEAT. No points deducted. Maintenance was repairing sinks during inspection.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820
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 in unlocked cabinet under sink in PreK room. Director locked cabinet.
#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 dust build up on ceilings in all classrooms. (Ceilings have improved since last inspection.) Needs cleaning. REPEAT.
Feb 6, 2024 17 demerits · 9 violations
#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5
15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) and (c), .2836 (15).Child care center employees and children shall wash their hands when required. Observed children arrive in Toddler classroom and teacher begin making child a breakfast plate and sitting them at table before washing the child’s hands. Employees and children shall wash their hands upon arrival.
#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
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 specialty bulk milks with dates of 1/30 in kitchen refrigerator. Observed bulk banana milk with no name label. Needs to be properly labeled and sent home at the beginning of each week unopened and sent home at the end of the week.
#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 in kitchen sink at 50-100 ppm QAC. Needs to be 200-400 QAC sanitizer. (Bleach sanitizer would be 50-200.)
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. Observed Pre Kindergarten bathroom sink hot water reach only 71F and Preschool 2 class sink reach 74. Needs to be 80-110F.
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b) Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. Observed bubble wand and person toy on diaper table in toddler room. Nothing shall be placed on diapering surface except required items.
#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 small aerosol spray and essential oil stored in unlocked cabinet in toddler room. Observed aerosol adhesive sprays stored in unlocked cabinets in Preschool 1 closet which does not lock. REPEAT.
#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 in EPS classroom. Table was not in use and teachers stated it would not be used today. Needs to be filled immediately before use and emptied after each session.
#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 dust build up on ceilings in all classrooms. Needs cleaning.
#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 vomiting and diarrhea cleaning procedures. EHS emailed a copy with updated rule information.
Jul 6, 2023 12 demerits · 8 violations
#20 · No identified lead poisoning hazards in accordance with NCGS 130A-131.7(7): .2816
In child care centers, areas accessible to children shall be free of identified lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-131.7(7). Drinking water must be sampled for lead every 3 years. Yours was last done 10/20.
#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 2 sinks without soap.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed white board cleaner and shaving cream stored unlocked in classrooms.
#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 lotion, odor spray, and hand sanitizer stored unlocked and less than 5 feet. Classrooms and hall bathroom
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Individual linen shall be provided for all beds, cots, or mats. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c ). Observed no linens on cots with children napping, jr-k.
#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3
Wash cloths, bibs, and burping clothes shall be laundered after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (g). Observed wet wash cloth on shelf against roll of paper towels. Wash cloths must go in laundry bin after each use.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836
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 damaged toys in the brook.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836
Keep dumpster lids and doors closed to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Observed dumpster doors open. Small amount of trash on ground.
Jul 14, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted:#37- Observed wall needing touch up paint be hind big trash can in Pre K class. Principal stated a work order has already been placed for that issue.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 2, 2021 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Water has been tested for Lead. Results seen at facility. No date provided on documents. Inspection completed with Ellen Spradlin.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water 120F in Preschool 1 class. Repeat violation from 12/22/20 inspection.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed discolored ceiling tiles throughout facility. Center has placed a work order.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Dec 22, 2020 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Jennifer Warren present. Report and Administrator Checklist & Sanitizer/Disinfectant makeup handouts emailed to jwarren@everbrookacademy.com
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water at 120F in Preschool I-class, at 113F in Preschool II-class, and 78F in the restroom of Pre-K. Follow the rule below.
Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed baby dolls in need of cleaning in two of the classes. Wash (scrub), Rinse, Sanitize, Air dry.
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 dust buildup on some of the restroom ceiling vents. Clean.
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
30. No Points Deducted: Observed diaper cream stored in an unlocked cabinet below 5 feet. Ensure the magnetic lock is latching properly each time. *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).
Dec 31, 2019 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: **Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Observed disinfectant with concentration less than 500ppm chlorine according to the test strips provided by Mecklenburg County Health Department. No points taken because I discussed with the PIC correct concentration and ask how do they prepare the disinfectant for the classrooms. PIC presented the test strips that they were using to test the disinfectant and according to their test strips, the concentration of the disinfectant were within the 500ppm to 800ppm concentration level and were considered in compliant with the 2800 rules. PIC also stated that at the time of opening, the inspector from Mecklenburg County came provided educational guidance on what kind and type of test strips to use to test the sanitizer and disinfectant and also provided them with a complimentary bottle of strips to use. PIC pulled all disinfectants and remade them to meet compliance with the test strips that I have on hand provided by Mecklenburg Health Department.
***FYI:
"Disinfecting Solution" means a solution containing 500 to 800 parts per million (ppm) of chlorine. A disinfecting solution can be made by mixing a solution of one-quarter cup (2 fluid ounces) household liquid chlorine bleach with one gallon of tap water (or one tablespoon of liquid household bleach in one quart of water) and prepared fresh daily. In addition, products registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as hospital grade germicides or disinfectants or as disinfectants for safe use in schools, child care centers, institutions or restaurants are also approved disinfectants, provided the manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets are kept on file at the child care center.
A testing method shall be made available to ensure compliance with the prescribed bleach solution concentration.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 28, 2019 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
29. Observed disinfectant bottles with concentration less than 500ppm chlorine. Observed teachers followed all diapering procedures per rules. Disinfectant is prepared in kitchen by nutrition specialist, a bottle at a time. All disinfectant was refreshed to 500-800ppm chlorine.
**The diaper changing surface shall be properly disinfected between each child. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ).
Jennifer Warren
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant in rooms 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 with concentration less than 500ppm chlorine. Observed disinfectant in room 2 with concentration more than 800ppm chlorine. Disinfectant refreshed.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Jun 13, 2018 9 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Jennifer Warren was present during the inspection. Provided the following guidance documents: toilet training guide, hand washing sign, diaper changing sign, food storage diagram, hazardous item storage, family style dinning, administrator checklist, toy cleaning procedure, bleach dilution chart, and the child care sanitation rule book.
NO POINTS ISSUED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
22. Observed shared soap dispenser at general use and diapering hand washing sinks is in a position making it hard to access by the care giver changing a diaper. **Recommend adding soap dispenser or soap pump at the diaper changing hand washing area.
29. (CRITICAL) Observed Lysol cleaning wipes stored on a high shelf in an unlocked cabinet in the staff lounge. **All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). **the cleaning wipes were moved to a locked storage area during the inspection.
31. Observed closet storage in "The Brook" not organized and piled in a way closet floor is not easy to clean. **Arrange items in all closets off of the floor or other means to facilitate cleaning.
35. Until Zono system is in use, mouthed toys must be washed, rinsed and sanitized by conventional methods. Toy cleaning procedure was provided.
37. Ensure wall to wall carpet is extraction cleaned at least every 6 months. Provide documentation (invoice, receipt or cleaning log).
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
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) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c). Observed several children use their bare hands to turn off the water after washing their hands and one child did not use soap and only rinsed one hand in the preschool room. **Coach and monitor all children to ensure the use the correct hand washing procedure.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h)
Observed the thermometer in the Toddler room refrigerator was not accurate by more than 10F.
Observed refrigerator in the staff lounge with an oven thermometer. **Provide an appropriate thermometer that measure refrigeration tempertures.
#36 · Child care center employees wearing gloves, clean clothes, hair restraints where required; no tobacco use: .2808, .2823 −2
Caregivers shall wear hair restraints when preparing food in the kitchen. 15A NCAC 18A .2808 (c ).
Observed kitchen staff not wearing hair restraint while preparing food. **Provide hair nets, hats or visors for food prep staff.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “EVERBROOK ACADEMY” or State ID 2060421490). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.