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2demerits

EYES OF ANGELS CHILDCARE SERVICE

2600 ELMIN ST, Charlotte, NC 28208
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421573
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedAug 27, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceJul 19, 2022

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

Score history

010.521 Jul 19, 2022: 21Feb 24, 2023: 13Aug 14, 2023: 11Feb 12, 2024: 7Aug 12, 2024: 3Feb 10, 2025: 5Oct 15, 2025: 7Mar 10, 2026: 9Aug 27, 2026: 2
Jul 19, 2022Lower is betterAug 27, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 27, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed dumpster doors not closed. **15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered.

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Mar 10, 2026 9 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 −5
Observed cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen. **15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Observed no thermometer on site. **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.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
Observed refrigerator gasket in need of repair. GENERAL COMMENT **15A NCAC 18A .2809 (3) Other surfaces that do not come into contact with food shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
Observed wall in need of painting in the gym. 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.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed dumpster doors not closed. **15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered.

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Oct 15, 2025 7 demerits · 2 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 −4
Observed sink leaking at the 3 compartment sink. Needs to be repaired. **15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the kitchen and in the restroom. REPEAT **15A NCAC 18A .2818 (d). Liquid soap and disposable towels or other hand-drying devices shall be provided at every handwash lavatory area.

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Feb 10, 2025 5 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 .2806 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed cereals in kitchen in non-resealable bags. Needs to be in resealable bags or containers.
#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 one out of order toilet in girls bathroom. Needs repair.
#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 paper towels at kitchen hansink. CDI- Staff provided paper towels. REPEAT.
#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 at 250 ppm chlorine. Needs to be 500-800 ppm.
#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
General Comment: 5A NCAC 18A .2831 (c). For outdoor toys and play equipment, including all structures accessible to children, the following shall apply: (1) Equipment and toys shall be kept clean, in good repair, and free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint, rust, and corrosion; and (2) A sandbox used in outdoor play shall be constructed to allow for drainage of water and shall be covered when not in use and kept clean. Observed one little tykes red car toy with a broken wheel. Needs removal/repair.

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Aug 12, 2024 3 demerits · 3 violations
#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 in kitchen reaching only 82F. Hot water heater in kitchen was not on because of storm last week. Hot water heater was turned on and temperature reached 120F.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836
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 handsink in kitchen. Paper towels were provided by operator.
#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 label missing on sanitizer and disinfectant in kitchen. Needs label. REPEAT.

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Feb 12, 2024 7 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General comment: 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed personal lockers for the church in bathrooms used by the childcare facility many of them had locks. EHS observed some without locks storing Lysol spray and other items. Needs to be locked. Director removed items from lockers that were not locked and will discuss storage with Church director.
#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 (a) Once pre-packaged food has been opened, the food shall be stored in clean, resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass that are tightly covered and manufactured for the purpose of food storage. Observed cereal, mash potato mix, and sugar sealed in non-resealable bags or containers made of plastic or glass. Needs to be in resealable bags or containers.
#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 sanitizer, disinfectant, soapy water, and hand sanitizer stored less than 5ft up on kitchen window. Needs to be stored 5ft up or behind lock and key. Observed lip gloss and lotion stored less than 5ft up in 4-5 room. Needs to be 5ft up. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (c ) Sanitizing, disinfecting, and detergent solutions shall be labeled with the product name (ex. "Sanitizer"). Observed label missing on soapy water. Needs labeling.
#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 cracking and chipping paint at window sill in 2-3 room. Needs repair. REPEAT.
#42 · Designated area for sick children; maintained as required; written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (d). The child care center shall have written procedures that employees shall follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the center. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, children, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Observed facility does not have written procedures. EHS emailed a copy to Director.

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Aug 14, 2023 11 demerits · 5 violations
#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 at 3-comp sink reading 110F. Needs to be at least 120F. CDI- water heater was adjusted to reach 120F
#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 one toilet out of order in bathroom. Needs repair. REPEAT. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed one handsink in bathroom with spring loaded faucets that was not operating correctly. Hot water spring operated to have water on for only 6 seconds. Cold water spring load caused no water to be released. Needs repair.
#22 · Soap, approved hand drying devices, toilet tissue paper available: .2817, .2818, .2836 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. Observed no toilet paper in one stall in bathroom. Needs toilet paper.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
No points taken. All hazardous items must be stored in a locked storage room or cabinet. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed box of chemicals stored in storage closet in office. There is no lock on the storage room door. Office door does lock. Chemicals are to be moved to locked storage room in kitchen.
#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 floors in bathroom showers in need of cleaning.

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Feb 24, 2023 13 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 −5
Observed eggs stored above ready to eat foods in the kitchen. **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). Observed bag of cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen. **Store all foods in approved re-sealable bags or containers once opened. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (a)
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Observed build up in drinking fountains. **Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f).
#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
Observed lid missing from the back of the toilet. Needs to be replaced. **Keep toilets and urinals clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed touch up paint needed in the gym. Observed water stained ceiling tile in the restroom, and the small room not currently in use. **Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Observed dumpster doors open. **Solid waste must be covered, and dumpster area must be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c ) and (d).

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Jul 19, 2022 21 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Antwanette Jordan present during inspection
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Provide an accurate thermometer in all refrigerators. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (h) Observed thermometer still in box/ plastic wrapping. Use food thermometer to check food temperatures before removing food from heat/cold.
#8 · Meets specifications for refrigeration, sinks, lavatories and dishwashing equipment: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
Child care centers, licensed for 13 or more children, are not approved to use domestic refrigerators to cool food. 15A NCAC 18A .2810 (d). Observed spaghetti leftovers in domestic fridge. No food prep that involves cooling of hot foods.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Hot water supplied to clothes washing machines shall be 120°F or above. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e). Through discussion i learned there is laundry on site. Washing machine reached 114F. Must meet 120F min. Laundry room not approved at this time.
#19 · Approved drinking fountains, pressure regulated, clean: .2815, .2836 −2
Keep water fountains clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (f). Observed soiled nozzles on drinking fountains.
#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
Sinks shall be cleaned and disinfected at least daily, when visibly soiled, and when the designated use of the handwashing sink has been changed. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (c). Observed sinks in bathrooms need cleaning.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed kitchen door not locked, kitchen shall be locked when no staff present. Hazardous items must be locked where refrigerators are, after final snack/meal lock double doors.
#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 linens stored on cots in contact with bottom side of cot above it. May need to store blankets in cubbies.
#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 grime on walls near light switches. Incomplete repairs done on walls in gym.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
Install dumpster drain plug to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Observed no drain plug on dumpster. Keep dumpster lids and doors closed to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d). Observed door open on dumpster.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “EYES OF ANGELS CHILDCARE SERVICE” or State ID 2060421573). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.