3demerits
JOYLAND ACADEMY
1723 BECKWITH PL, Charlotte, NC 28205
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421512
Latest result3 demerits
Last inspectedAug 6, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceFeb 27, 2019
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Feb 27, 2019Lower is betterAug 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 6, 2026 3 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mrs. Joy Parks was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
JOYLAND@MAIL.COM
Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed 1 spray bottle containing soapy water in hallway restroom not labeled. During time of inspection Director labeled bottle.
Feb 10, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mrs. Joy, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
JOYLAND@MAIL.COM
Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). In child care centers, all rooms and enclosed areas shall be lighted by natural or artificial light. Lighting shall be capable of illumination to at least 50 foot-candles at work surfaces. Lighting shall be capable of illumination to at least 10 foot-candles of light, at 30 inches above the floor, in all other areas, including storage rooms. Observed minor dusting needed to ceiling fans within center.
Aug 14, 2025 3 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Mrs. Joy was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
JOYLAND@MAIL.COM
Mara.Brinton@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 bottle of lotion stored near handsink below 5 feet in toddler classroom.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed water spray bottle not labeled in 3-4’s classroom.
Feb 12, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 18, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 15, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
NOTE: Website link to Clean Water for Carolina Kids sent for center to request sample kits to test water for lead.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 12, 2023 4 demerits · 2 violations
#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 torn diaper changing pad. Needs to be replaced.
**Diaper changing surface must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent, smooth, and intact. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b).
#41 · Persons caring for sick or mildly ill children excluded from situations in which disease transmission likely to occur: proper written cleanup procedure followed for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
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. Email sent to owner.
Oct 28, 2022 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
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 a few containers of specialty milk brought from children’s home with no name nor date. Director labeled containers of milk during time of inspection.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7). Observed disinfectant at 250ppm chlorine throughout center.
#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 dust accumulation on ceiling vent in restroom.
*NOTE: Director, Ms. Joy (Yolandra Parks) was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her at: JOYLAND@MAIL.COM
Jan 26, 2022 6 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
Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a). Observed opened package of graham crackers stored in box not properly re-sealed. EHS educated staff on proper way to re-seal foods once opened.
#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
Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed loose toilet seat in hallway restroom.
#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 dust build up on ceiling vent located in hallway restroom.
*NOTE: Report emailed to Director at: JOYLAND@MAIL.COM
Jul 9, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4
Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized at least daily and when visibly soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) (1) and .2804 (d).Observed debris build up within bottle warmer. Clean according to noted rule.
Dec 18, 2020 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 3, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed disinfectant around 250ppm in the restroom. Ensure that disinfectant concentration falls within allowable range.
**Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7).
Aug 15, 2019 4 demerits · 1 violation
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water reach 112F and 115F at the handwashing sinks. Needs to be decreased.
**Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
Feb 27, 2019 16 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
#17: Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed hot water knob not removed at shower, water over 120F. Hot water knob must be removed or disabled. Critical Violation
#29: All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed white board cleaner unlocked. White board cleaner must be locked up even if it is labeled as non-toxic. Critical Violation
#18 · Backflow prevention provided, no cross connections: .2815, .2836 −3
Maintain facility free of cross connections. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed no backflow preventer at shower wand in bathroom.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Disposable towels shall be provided at all hand washing sinks. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Observed color coded wash cloths hung in bathroom labeled for each child. Several were touching each other. Wash cloths can only be used one time then need washing.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7). Observed disinfectant ~250 ppm chlorine. Test with test strip. Make sure you follow the instrucions for your particular type of test strips.
#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 some particle board surfaces (diaper changing table, shelving,). These surfaces need sealing/painting.
#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 damage to walls, ceilings and baseboards on landing to go downstairs.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “JOYLAND ACADEMY” or State ID 2060421512). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.