6demerits

THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF CORNELIUS

Name: The Goddard School of Cornelius
Address: 18110 Manhatten Py, Cornelius, NC, 28031, US

18110 MANHATTEN PY, Cornelius, NC 28031

Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421535

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Latest result6 demerits

Last inspectedMar 24, 2026

Inspections on record13

On record sinceNov 13, 2019

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

Nov 13, 2019Lower is betterMar 24, 2026

Inspections & violations

Mar 24, 2026 6 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Director: Kristen Prokos present during inspection.

#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 temperature in classroom sinks in Annex building measure between 71F and 77F. Ensure to provide tempered water temperature between 80F-110F all the times.

#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).Drinking fountains, if provided, shall be separate from handwash lavatories and kept clean.- Observed water fountains in annex building need detail cleaning around spouts/nozzles. Keep clean.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.- Observed children book bag hanging on the hooks in classroom 3 touching each other. Provide enough space and between hooks to not allow items to come into contact with each other while storing at anytime.

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Mar 9, 2026 18 demerits · 8 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: Director: Kristen Prokos present during inspection. * Re-Inspection within 7 days (3/16/26).

#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 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day.- Observed snack in infant 2 without date in the cabinet. Observed lunch container in the kitchen refrigerator without date. Ensure to label both name and date on items sent from home.

#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6

PROVISIONAL ITEM: 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 no available hot water coming out from faucet at 3 compartment sinks in Annex kitchen. The center shall provide hot running water at a minimum temperature of 120F at 3 compartment sinks at all time in the kitchen.

#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 no warm water in Annex building. The temperature measured at 70F. Provide tempered water between 80F- 110F at anytime.

#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 some damaged toilet seats in some classrooms. Need repair or replace. Keep all toilets in good repaired. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed slow draining at hand sink in classroom 10 needs repair.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820

General Comment: 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 emergency medication in the red bag in room #3 hanging down the hook less than 5ft. Ensure to keep items and bag at 5ft height minimum from the floor at anytime.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d) Non-prescription diaper creams and sunscreen shall be kept inaccessible to children when not in use 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 diaper cream in room #2 stored under changing table less than 5ft, unlocked. Observed sunscreen stored on top of counter in room #4 less than 5ft. Keep/store all diaper creams at 5ft or higher at anytime if not locking them.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c). Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens.- Observed cot and charts number and name in some classrooms need update.

#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 water stained on ceiling tiles in infant 1. Check for no leaks, repair if needed. Replace new ceiling tiles. Observed restroom #5, ceiling vent needs cleaning and keep clean.

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Aug 11, 2025 11 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - ALL SINKS IN THE CLASSROOM ARE HAND WASHING SINKS. PLEASE USE THEM FOR THEIR SPECIFIC CORRECT PURPOSES. FOOD PREP SINK IS A FOOD PREP HAND WASHING SINK. DIAPER SINK IS A DIAPER HAND WASHING SINK. - Director assistant: Rhonda Cribbs present during inspection

15A NCAC 18A .2804 (d) All human milk, formula, and other bottled beverages, including beverages in sippy cups, that are sent from home shall be fully prepared and labeled with the date received at the child care center and the name of the child to whom the milk, formula, or beverage belongs before being brought to the child care center.- Observed bottles in infant room without date. The other bottles labeling was faded from dry eraser. Ensure to have name and date label clearly and legibly on items at all time. REPAET 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day.- Observed snacks in infant refrigerator and lunch boxes in kitchen refrigerator without date received. Ensure label name and date received on items send from home.

#9 · Meets specifications for other equipment and utensils, approved material and construction: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4

15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f). Water from a handwash lavatory shall not be used for bottle warming or to prepare formula, mix dry cereals, or other foods.- Observed and according to teacher in room 2. Water to drink and in the warmer came from food prep hand washing sink. EHS advises staff that drinking water and food prep water shall come from kitchen, water fountains or water bottles at the time of inspection.

#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836

General Comment: 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.- Currently all cleaning is handled in the main building kitchen. Observed no available hot water coming out from faucet at 3 compartment sinks in Annex kitchen. The center shall provide hot running water at a minimum temperature of 120F at 3 compartment sinks at all time.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).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.- Observed less than 5ft, teacher purses/bags in unlocked closet (prop open, not close all the way) in room 3, 6, Annex room 9. Observed teacher bag hanging down from a hook less than 5ft in room 2. Ensure all teacher personal belongings that contain no hazardous items store at 5ft or higher at all time. Or store them in a lock closet at anytime.

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Mar 19, 2025 11 demerits · 6 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Director: Kristen Prokos present during inspection.

#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A.2803 (e). Handwashing procedures 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 the hands under tempered water 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.- Observed children are washing their hands after outside, hand washing less than 5 seconds, and turn off faucet knob with bare hands. Ensure teachers provide proper hand washing education to children and ensure everyone washing their hands correctly at all times. Classroom has hand washing procedures posted at the sinks.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day.- Observed a child snack in cabinet class 3 without date. Ensure to put both name and date items received at the center.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. -Observed water temperature throughout Annex building measured between 71F- 73F at hand washing sinks. Observed in main building room 2, 3, women restroom hot water temperature at 76F/78F/79F. Provide tempered water between 80F to 110F.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm).- Observed disinfectant solution measured about 250ppm and less than 500 ppm throughout the center. The solution was corrected at the time of inspection. Ensure to provide correct concentration between 500-800 ppm at all time.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.- Observed children bags/coats hanging in the cubbies hooks and touching each other while storing in several classrooms. Ensure to keep all individual items apart and not allow contact while storing.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

15A NCAC 18A .2821 (c). Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens.- Observed class 8 without sleeping mat chart where number was assigned to the individual. Ensure to have a system that clearly indicates numbers/names assignment of the sleeping mats.

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Nov 25, 2024 15 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: Director: Kristen Prokos present during inspection.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (a) In child care centers, the preparation of food shall take place only in the kitchen or space equipped as required in Rule .2810. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (a) Each child care center shall have at least a two compartment sink, drainboards or countertop space of adequate size, adequate refrigerator equipment and, when needed, adequate cooking equipment. - According to director and teacher, room 2 and 3 are reheating food (chicken nuggets, pasta..) sent from home in the microwave in their classroom. Detail process of how to handling food in the childcare center discussed in detail with director at the time of inspection. Rule and number of violations noted in this comment. Going forward all food preparation shall be happening in the kitchen or only approve space that mentioned per rule.

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5

REPEAT: 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Observed soiled rubber bibs was hanging as clean on the hook in classroom, and according to teacher the bib get clean at hand washing sink in classroom. EHS, teacher, and director discussed detail how to clean multi service articles at the time of inspection. All multi-service articles (high chair trays, cups, spoons and rubber bibs) shall be Wash, Rinse, Sanitize in the kitchen after each use. All clean items shall be clean to touch and sight. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized per rule .2812 and the manufacturer's instructions.- Observed minor soiled bottle warmers in infant rooms. Better cleaning needed and keep clean.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. -Observed water temperature throughout Annex building measured between 71F- 75F at the hand washing sinks. Provide tempered water between 80F to 110F.

#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (g). Outdoor drinking fountains shall be constructed to protect the spout from contamination and shall be kept clean.- Observed very soiled water fountains in the playground area. The center is not using the fountains currently, still need to keep clean.

#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2812 (i) An approved disinfectant shall be provided for cleaning purposes. When a chlorine solution is prepared by a child care center employee for use as an approved disinfectant, then the solution shall be prepared for use within 24 hours, and a testing method shall be used to ensure compliance with the prescribed chlorine concentration (500 -800 ppm).- Observed disinfectant solution measured less than 250ppm throughout the center. The solution was corrected at the time of inspection. Ensure to provide correct concentration between 500-800 ppm at all time.

#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 teacher change diaper and missing step 3 and 5. Ensure to keep dirty procedures and clean procedures separate and ensure to wash hands at the end of changing process. Detail procedures discussed with teachers at the time of inspection.

#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2820 (g).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.- Observed teacher personal purse on the counter less than 5ft in infant room and hanging off the hook in unlock cabinet in class#8 less than 5ft. All purses which do not contain hazardous items should be stored at least 5ft or higher at all time. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.- Observed children bag where they put personal belongings from home are hanging on the hook and touching each other in classroom. Ensure to keep all apart and not allow contact while storing.

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Jun 11, 2024 14 demerits · 7 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - Water testing for lead is every three years. Last water testing was 08/13/2021. Ensure to complete all requirements and procedures and keep the update results for record. - Director and owner: Brian present during inspection.

#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2

REPEAT: 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 thin probe food thermometer in the main building kitchen is 7 degrees different during the calibration, and the other building is 4 degrees different. Obtain new working food thin probe thermometer.

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −5

REPEAT: 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. Observed teacher in infants room, wash/rinse/sanitize cups and rubber bibs in the toy cleaning bins in classrooms. All multi-service articles (high chair trays, cups, spoons and rubber bibs) shall be Wash, Rinse, Sanitize in the kitchen after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Bottle warming equipment shall be cleaned and sanitized per rule .2812 and the manufacturer's instructions.- Observed soiled bottle warmers in infant rooms. They all need better cleaning and keep clean.

#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2

15A NCAC 18A .2815 (g). Outdoor drinking fountains shall be constructed to protect the spout from contamination and shall be kept clean.- Observed very soiled and clogged water fountains in the playground area. The center is not using the fountains currently, still need to keep clean.

#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 unlock bug spray and sun screen in an aerosol spray can in two different classrooms. All hazardous items shall be in lock cabinet/storage at all time. NOTE: **Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination lock, electronic or magnetic device, keypad, key, or equivalent locking device.**

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

REPEAT 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 damaged corners of mattresses in infants room. Need repair/replace.

#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 water stain/damage on ceiling tiles in infant room, room #7, 10. Check and make sure no active leaks and replace the ceiling tiles.

#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

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children.- Observed unlocked gates of HVAC units outside along the playground areas. Keep gates lock/make it inaccessible to children.

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Nov 29, 2023 17 demerits · 8 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: Mrs. Prokos present during inspection

15A NCAC 18A .2804 (k) Lunches, snacks, and other meals that a child brings from home to the child care center shall be labeled with the date on which the food is brought to the child care center and the name of the child to whom the food belongs at the child's home and shall be returned to the child's home or discarded at the end of each day.- Observed lunch boxes in the refrigerator kitchen without date. Observed lunch and bottle of milk in the refrigerator in perky penguin and tumbling turtle classroom without date that was received at the center. Ensure to have both name of a child and date that was received. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (f) Potentially hazardous foods that require cooking prior to consumption and cooked in a microwave oven shall be heated to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (g) Potentially hazardous foods reheated in a microwave oven shall be heated to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.- In classroom where is applicable, teacher shall ensure that food get cook or reheat microwave properly according to introductions/or internal temperature of 165F before serving. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (f) Water from hand wash lavatory shall not be used for bottle warming or to prepare formula, mix dry cereals, or other foods. According to teacher in infant rooms, teacher used water from food prep handwashing sink to warm the bottles in the warmer. Water needs to come from the kitchen, water fountains, or bottle water, not from the hand sink.

#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 the main kitchen without a thin probe thermometer and the digital thermometer that is available at the time of inspection measured hot water at 3 compartment sinks 7 degrees different during the calibration. Observed malfunctioning thin probe thermometer in the Annex kitchen. Not able to switch to degree Fahrenheit from degree Celsius. Obtain new thin probe thermometers for each kitchen and in classroom that equipped to prepare food

#10 · Food contact surfaces properly washed, rinsed, sanitized and air dried; single-service articles not re-used: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Multi-service articles, including highchair feeding trays, shall be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the child care center kitchen after each use. According to teacher in infants room, high chair trays get clean in the classroom and send to the kitchen at the end of the day. Ensure to properly clean (Wash, Rinse, Sanitize) all multi-service articles (high chair trays, spoons and rubber bibs) in the kitchen after each use.

#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children. -Observed water temperature throughout Annex building measured between 70F - 71F at the hand washing sinks. Provide tempered water between 80F to 110F.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

REPEAT 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 lotion stored on the counter less than 5ft in the unlocked teacher break room. Observed hand lotion stored less than 5ft in the unlock cabinet in tumbling turtle. Keep all non hazardous items at 5ft or above.

#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836 −3

REPEAT 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 lots of damaged corners of mattresses in infants room. Need replacement.

#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836

General Comment: 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 the facility without diarrhea and vomiting written procedures. EHS emailed the plan and poster to director at the time of inspection.

General Comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children.- Observed damaged windows screens from the outside/playground area. Need repair or replace. Observed unlocked gates of HVAC units outside along the playground areas. Keep gates lock/make it inaccessible to children.

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Feb 27, 2023 20 demerits · 12 violations

Inspector comments: Label all spray bottles with contents even if just water.

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). Through discussion bottle warmers are filled in hand sink. Fill warmers with bottled water, water from 3-comp sink, prep sink or water fountains.

#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 bottle warmer in infant room with scum line. Clean more frequently Keep all food service equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f). Observed classroom microwaves, high chair seats, and undersides of high chair trays with food debris. Send trays to kitchen daily for W/R/S.

#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 ~70F in Annex. Main building all 78-80F. Adjust mixing valves so 80-110F.

#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

Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed toilet seat in bathroom in Annex needs replacement.

#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820

All medications must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d). Critical Violation-Observed several medications in teacher lunch bag in infants refrigerator. All medications shall be locked. Teachers should leave these items in their car if possible.

#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820

All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Critical Violation-Observed white out unlocked in 1 classroom.

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

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 teacher’s purse hung on child’s coat hook. Store teachers items properly. 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). Repeat-Observed several diaper creams, hand sanitizer, and lotion stored < 5 feet above the floor.

#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 several crib mattresses with damaged corners. Lots of sleeping mats frayed. Replace when no longer easily cleanable.

#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 climbers and other vinyl items in several rooms with frayed edges. Torn pillow, diaper soft toy needs repair/laundering. Several toy bins and book shelves with debris in bottom.

#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 missing baseboards in closets. Storage closets need floors cleaned. Old file boxes in classroom closet need to be off of floor and floor gets regular cleaning. Observed blinds throughout dusty.

#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 several dusty vents.

#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836

Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d). Observed rusted through dumpster needs replacing.

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Mar 8, 2022 7 demerits · 2 violations

#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 approved non-hazardous products (disinfectant, sanitizer) stored below 5ft inside infant room; CDI items stored on higher shelf above 5ft.

#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 water damaged ceiling tile inside (Penguins) classroom in need of replacing / repair.

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Jul 20, 2021 16 demerits · 4 violations

Inspector comments: No Points taken 5-Potentially hazardous foods that have been cooked and then refrigerated, if served above 45F, shall be reheated to an internal temperature of 165°F or higher. Or, to an internal temperature of at least 190°F if a microwave is used. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (g). Through discussion with staff children's meals are heated in microwave. No thermometers in classrooms to check proper reheating temperatures. Must reheat to min 190F in microwave. #8-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 snacks being stored in Jellyfish room. Only handsink inside classroom is diaper changing handsink. Snacks cannot be stored in this classroom. #10-Multi-service utensils must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (e) Through discussion multi use is being W/R/S in classroom, Penguins and being sent home with parents (center provided), Turtles. All multi-use must be W/R/S in kitchen using 3-comp sink. 20-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). Observed incomplete drinking water testing for lead. Areas that need sampling are both 3-comp sinks and all fountains (each fountain needs its own sample. 25-The diaper changing surface shall be properly disinfected between each child. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed diaper changing table not properly cleaned before disinfection (only disinfected) jellyfish room.

#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −4

Keep all non-food contact surfaces and equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (f) and .2809 (1) and (3). Observed dried food debris on high chair trays. Return to kitchen daily for cleaning.

#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 seats in clamsl bathroom and seals/dolphins bathroom. Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Observed plumbing leak hall bathroom. Sink not working (dead battery)

Follow the correct diaper changing procedure as described in 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (d). Observed incorrect diaper changing procedure including the hand washing. Review posted procedures. Jellyfish room.

#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 blocks, books and vinyl furniture/climbers in disrepair.

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Feb 11, 2021 6 demerits · 2 violations

#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 misc toys store inside restroom inside (Manatee) classroom.

#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 intake vents rusted in need of repair inside ( Turtles) classroom.

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Jul 21, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation

Inspector comments: DIRECTOR PRESENT DURING INSPECTION NO POINTS DEDUCTED #17 Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Observed kitchen left unlocked and un-occupied; observed hot water measuring 131F. CDI kitchen locked. #29 All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed shed located within play ground enclosure not locked with gas powered equipment / bleach and cleaners stored accessible to children. CDI all items removed and placed behind lock and key.

#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 misc storage inside lavatory connecting (toddler) classrooms. CDI storage removed.

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Nov 13, 2019 12 demerits · 3 violations

Inspector comments: No Points #39: Light bulbs must be shatterproof or shielded. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (a). Observed light cover missing in hall bathroom.

#1 · Handwashing when required: .2803, .2836 −5

Wash hands when required. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (a) Observed no handwash of child upon entering classroom at drop-off, starfish. No handwash after diaper change, penguins

#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3

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 purses in 2 classrooms not locked and less than 5 feet.

#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 undersides of high chair trays with food debris. Debris under mat in toy pit, turtles. Egg cartons cannot be used as art/crafts unless bought new, dolphins.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF CORNELIUS” or State ID 2060421535). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.