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OAKCREST PREPARATORY ACADEMY
13755 STEELE CREEK RD, Charlotte, NC 28273
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421510
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedMar 5, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJan 30, 2019
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jan 30, 2019Lower is betterMar 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 5, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 29, 2025 4 demerits · 3 violations
#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
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loose toilet seat in school age bathroom and in adjoining preschool bathroom. Tighten.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in school age bathroom. Ensure paper towels are provided.
#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 employee in Older Toddler classroom miss step 5 and perform step 11 before step 10. Ensure proper procedure is followed.
Jan 30, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: 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 hot water in majority of classrooms ranging from 120-125F. Maintenance arrived before completion of inspection and corrected water temps during inspection. Temps now between 104-105F. No points deducted. Monitor hot water temps regularly and ensure they are between 80-110F in areas accessible to children.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 28, 2024 24 demerits · 13 violations
Inspector comments: *I will check in next week to check on progress of maintaining proper water temperatures in classroom and kitchen.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Metal stem-type, thin probe, numerically scaled indicating product thermometers, accurate to ± 3 degrees Fahrenheit shall be used to ensure the maintenance of the internal cooking temperatures of all potentially hazardous foods required under this Rule. Observed broken digital thermometer. Needs replacing
#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5
15A NCAC 18A .2812(c) When utensils and equipment are washed mechanically using a dishwasher, food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be sanitized according to the dishwasher manufacturer's instructions. When commercial dishwashing equipment is used, the dishwasher shall be equipped with a temperature indicating device that is accurate to two degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dishwasher getting racks double stacked during cycle. Unless Dishmachine specs specifically says this is allowable run single racks only.
15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized per rule .2812 and the manufacturer's instructions. Observed very visibly soiled bottle warmers, put on a daily cleaning schedule.
15A NCAC 18A .2812 b) Except for fixed equipment and utensils too large to be cleaned in sink compartments, equipment and utensils that are cleaned manually instead of in a dishwasher shall be washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Observed 3-comp sink set up incorrectly, drain board on wash side (left) cannot be used as an air dry area
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed hot water 118F. Must be >120F. Turn up at water heater. Make sure recirc pumps are properly operating.
#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. Repeat-Observed hot water in classrooms ranging up to 117F in infants. Recommend plumber to figure out what part of the system needs repair as this is an on-going problem.
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be separate from handwash lavatories and kept clean. Observed fountain nozzles with build up.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed urine on toilet seats in after school room and Pre-K1. Hand sink not draining in Pre-K 2.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area. Observed no soap in either bathroom, afterschool. No paper towels at hand sinks outside of bathrooms, afterschool.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). In child care centers lavatories shall not be used for storage. Observed hand sinks with soaking toys for cleaning in several classrooms. Toy cleaning, if in hand sinks must be completed at that time, cannot leave sinks full of toys
#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 tape residue on shelving. Needs removal
#35 · Mouth-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized in rooms designated for children who are not toilet trained: .2822, .2836
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.
Follow above procedures for toy cleaning
#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 wall damage in some closets from cots. A couple interior doors have incomplete repairs.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826
15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Shielded or shatterproof bulbs shall be used in food preparation, storage, and serving areas and in all rooms used by children. Observed cracked light cover in bathroom, Pre-K 1
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d) Solid wastes shall be disposed of to prevent conditions that attract and harbor pests and other public health
nuisances. Observed no drain plug in dumpster.
Aug 21, 2023 8 demerits · 4 violations
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836
No points taken.
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed hot water at 3-comp sink at 115 F. CDI - Water temperature was raised to 120F.
#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. Sink water in Chipmunks classroom increased to 112F when hot water for kitchen was increased.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
Linens shall be large enough to cover the entire sleeping surface of mats, cots, and crib mattresses. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f). Observed some linens on cots in hedgehog, squirrels, and turtles rooms not fully covering the sleeping surface of the cot.
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Hard plastic toys may be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in a dishwasher, food preparation handwashing sink, or in the kitchen sink. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a) and .2810 (f). Observed toys being cleaned in diapering handsink in Birds and Hedgehog rooms.
Aug 16, 2023 11 demerits · 3 violations
#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5
15A NCAC 18A .2812(c) When utensils and equipment are washed mechanically using a dishwasher, food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be sanitized according to the dishwasher manufacturer's instructions. When commercial dishwashing equipment is used, the dishwasher shall be equipped with a temperature indicating device that is accurate to two degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dish machines were both reading 0 ppm sanitizer. Needs to be adjusted/repaired to read 50- 200 ppm chlorine sanitizer.
15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized per rule .2812 and the manufacturer's instructions. Observed build up in bottle warmers in Bunnies room. Needs cleaning.
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children −6
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 hot water accessible to children throughout facility between 124-142F. PROVISIONAL ITEM. REPEAT.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
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). Observed keys for hazardous storage stored less than 5ft above the floor in Turtles, Frogs, Hedgehog, and Bunnies rooms. Needs to be stored 5ft above the floor. CDI - Keys were moved in classrooms to appropriate locations.
Oct 10, 2022 4 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children
Observed hot water 127-134F in food prep sinks in Bunnies, Raccoons, Birds, Bears, and Chipmunks classrooms. Looks like the valves had been moved during a repair and water wasn’t re-adjusted back. Maintenance, Winston, Hans been called and is on the way to check and adjust during inspection. NOTE: changes in management, promotions, and movement. Item must be corrected and remain corrected or provisional will be given.
#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 hand washing sink needing to be re-caulked in Frogs class and hand sink needs to be resealed to wall in bathroom in Frogs. Observed toilet seat loose in Squirrels restroom.
Oct 12, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #17--Observed hot water 120F at food prep sink in Ducks and Bunnies classrooms. Maintenance arrived before completion of inspection and addressed the issue. Monitor hot water, water must be 80-110F in classrooms (accessible to children).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed paint touch up needed at wall at diapering area (3 bottle storage) in Turtles and Fawns. Paint touch up needed around stand alone hand sink in Birds. Observed crack in ceiling near door to playground in Chipmunks.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 28, 2021 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #34--Observed pizzeria (hard toy) starting to pit due to cleaning. Will contact with clarification about pacifier storage in infants rooms. **Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.**
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed water 116F in schoolage class.
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 pant peeling under soap dispenser at hand sikn in Pre Todd 3 class. Observed wall paint peeling at windows in Todd 2 class.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
Jan 29, 2020 22 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
12. Observed pink buildup inside of the ice machine. (Ice is used in the water pitchers). Educated employees on how to break down the ice machine and clean it.
-Observed buildup on the can opener blade and base. Clean daily.
Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f).
27. Observed the boarder of the diaper changing station in disrepair (it shakes and lifts entirely off of the counter)- Infant 2. Repair and seal.
Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
29. CRITICAL: Observed cleaners stored unlocked in a cabinet in the After school room. *If this number violation is observed on the next inspection, a provisional will be received.
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b).
34. Observed sticky residue on the shelves in Pre-K1. Clean.
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. Observed water damage on the ceiling in Pre-K1 restroom. Repair the leak and ceiling.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
-NOTES: -Hazardous items rule pertains to the storage not the usage of the items.
-Items may be stored under the handsinks as long as they are protected and not cluttered. Items that do not pertain to the children (soaps) may be stored without protection.
-Hazardous items must be stored in a separate locked area in the kitchen when staff is not present. Having the kitchen door locked is not enough.
**Report, Hand washing sink guide, Hazardous storage guide, Childcare rule book, Cleaning guide, New Lead rule, & Administrative Guide all emailed to kayla.moore@steelecreekca.com
#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 an open bag of cereal stored in dry storage in the kitchen. Follow the rule below.
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
-Observed unlabeled bottles in Infant 2's refrigerator.
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)
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
-Observed the sanitizer bottles throughout at 250ppm chlorine. Follow the rule below.
-Observed the sanitizer in the kitchen's dish machines at 0ppm chlorine. Provide maintenance & DO NOT use the units until the sanitizer is reading 50ppm-200ppm chlorine. Take all of the dishes through the three compartment sink.
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed low pressure at the water fountains in the after school room. Regulate per the rule below.
Water pressure at drinking fountains must be high enough so that water clears mouth nozzle, and so that water does not splash on the floor. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Observed no paper towels in the Pre-K2 and Younger 2's restrooms. Follow the rule below.
Disposable towels shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d).
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed bibs, spoons, and food containers stored in the handsinks in both Infant rooms. Follow the rule below.
Handwashing sinks must be free of storage. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a).
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Observed a purse stored unlocked and below 5 feet in Pre-K1. Follow the rule below.
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).
#33 · Linen, bedding, wash cloths, bibs, burping cloths laundered, and in good repair: .2821, .2836 −3
Observed several stained sheets on sleeping cots in Preschool and Young 1 classes. Follow the rule below.
Individual linen must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (f).
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dust buildup on the ceiling vents in some of the classes and restrooms. Clean.
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Jan 30, 2019 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
#8: (Critical Violation)
When food is prepared in a classroom, the classroom shall be equipped with an approved handwashing sink, and when needed, an adequate refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f). Observed refrigerator moved away from designated hand sink in Fawns. Refrigerator is required to be near the food prep hand sink.
#15: (Critical Violation)
The kitchen dishwashing sink shall be supplied with hot water at 120°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water running for no obvious reason in prep sink in kitchen. Staff said he has to run hot water continuously to maintain adequate hot water to kitchen. Contact plumbers and repair underlying issue.
#17: (Critical Violation)
Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed push button coffee dispensers with coffee at 152F in lobby. Coffee/tea not allowed in unlocked area. Exceptions are single cup makers with no water resevoir.
#29: (Critical Violation)
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed kitchen with unlocked Pam aerosol spray, Windex, bulk dishsoap, and dishmachine replacement/back-up chemicals. These items need to be locked separately inside kitchen, it is not enough to have the kitchen door locked and/or staff present. Unlocked Windex in Owls and unlocked Fresh Odor C air freshener in Birds.
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). Observed keys in 2 classrooms stored less than 5 feet above floor.
Other items
1. Make sure high chair trays get run through dishmachine daily.
2. Make sure all pans/trays in kitchen get run through dishmachine.
#13 · Proper storage and handling of clean equipment, utensils and single-service articles: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −3
Protect food service equipment from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2814 (a) and (b). Observed water pitchers, bottle warmers in splash zone of hands sinks, several classrooms.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Liquid soap and disposable towels shall be provided and accessible at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Observed at least half of the soap dispensers need adjusting. Soap not readily dispensing.
#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 lobby. Sanitizer bucket for toy washing on counter in infant rooms, needs to be up 5 feet.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3
Sleeping mats, cribs, and cots shall be stored to prevent contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed low profile cots stacked with blankets tucked under sheets. The sheets are in contact with the cot stacked above it. Store blankets separately.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OAKCREST PREPARATORY ACADEMY” or State ID 2060421510). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.