2demerits
CHILDREN OF THE WORLD LEARNING CENTER
6030 ALBEMARLE RD, Charlotte, NC 28212
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421617
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedAug 31, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceSep 13, 2023
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Sep 13, 2023Lower is betterAug 31, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 31, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
#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 less than 500 ppm. CDI - Disinfectant strength was adjusted.
Feb 13, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed during time of inspection.
*NOTE: Lead water testing last complete 3/13/2023. Water sampling needs to be completed by 3/13/2026. EHS emailed Ms. Mara, Clean Water for US Kids contact information. Report emailed to:
MARIA@CHILDRENOFTHEWORLDLEARNINGCENTER.ORG
QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 28, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
Facility is due for water testing for lead on 3/13/2026. Facility can go to Clean Water for Carolina Kids website to sign up for testing.
https://www.cleanwaterforuskids.org/en/carolina/
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 11, 2025 5 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Maria Cardarelli, Director, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
MARIA@CHILDRENOFTHEWORLDLEARNINGCENTER.ORG
QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
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 milk stored in full sized refrigerators in 2 classrooms improperly labeled. Milk was labeled with expiration date not date the milk was brought into center. EHS educated director on notated rule.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (b). Floors and floor coverings in sleeping and play areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed 1 floor tile chipped in center of main hallway. Repair. General comment.
Sep 11, 2024 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Mrs. Maria Cardarelli, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
MARIA@CHILDRENOFTHEWORLDLEARNINGCENTER.ORG
QuWanya.Thompson@dhhs.nc.gov
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loose toilet seat in classroom 2.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered. Observed dumpster extremely full resulting in lids not being able to be completely closed.
Feb 13, 2024 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Director, Ms. Maria Cardarelli, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and licensing consultant at the following:
MARIA@CHILDRENOFTHEWORLDLEARNINGCENTER.ORG
Rasheka.Wheeler@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 several stained ceiling tiles in main hallway. EHS advises center to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Per conversation with director, church is aware of issue and are actively working to have issue repaired.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2830 (c) Dumpsters and other containerized systems shall be kept clean and covered. Observed dumpster lids opened during time of inspection.
Sep 13, 2023 6 demerits · 4 violations
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Observed chipped paint on large bookshelf. Sticky tape residue on side of cubby.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
Observed mats are < 2 inches thick, must be minimum of 2 inches thick
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836
Carpets cleaned 7/21/23
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed dusty in ceiling vents and PTAC units. Clean light covers of dead bugs.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CHILDREN OF THE WORLD LEARNING CENTER” or State ID 2060421617). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.