4demerits
GLEATON'S LEARNING IMMERSION ACADEMIC CENTER
2819 SLOAN DR, Charlotte, NC 28208
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421627
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedApr 23, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceDec 11, 2023
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 11, 2023Lower is betterApr 23, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 23, 2026 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
Observed one box of cereal not properly sealed in the kitchen. 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.
#12 · Equipment, non-food contact surfaces clean; in good repair: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
Observed interior of refrigerator in need of cleaning. 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.
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water reach 116F at the handwashing sink.
**15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.
Nov 21, 2025 4 demerits · 2 violations
#16 · Hot water supplied and maintained as required in all other areas: .2815, .2836 −4
Observed hot water reach 115F at the handwashing sink.
**15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) Hot water shall be maintained between 80°F and 110°F at handwashing sinks accessible to children.
#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 potty chair in the restroom. Informed director that the restroom would need to have a spray rinse toilet or a utility to properly clean it. Can not be cleaned in the handwashing sink. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (c) If potty chairs are used, they shall be located and stored in a toilet room equipped with a spray-rinse toilet or utility sink. Potty chairs shall be emptied, rinsed, cleaned, and disinfected after each use.
Jun 9, 2025 2 demerits · 2 violations
#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 at classroom handsink at 112F. Needs to be 80-110F.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed 2 cots stored in bathroom.
Dec 11, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 4, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836 −6
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 reach 107F. Needs to be 120F. Operator stated the facility has ordered a new hot water heater. PROVISIONAL ITEM.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed cots stored in bathroom. Needs to be limited to toileting and diapering supplies.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820 −6
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed ice packs in first aid kit. Needs to be locked. REPEAT.
Jun 4, 2024 10 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Recommend studying new rule book. Rules are a lot more stringent than the HDC rules. Make sure they have the 7/1/23 date since the old rules are still out there on Google. https://ehs.dph.ncdhhs.gov/hhccehb/cehu/ccs/docs/NewChildCareRules2023.pdf
#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 (h) Raw meats, poultry, fish, shellfish and eggs shall be stored in a refrigerator or freezer on shelving beneath and separate from other foods. Observed raw beef and shell eggs stored on top of ready to eat foods.
#17 · Hot water in excess of 120ºF not allowed in areas accessible to children
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 kitchen door left open. Door must be closed and locked when you are not in the kitchen.
#18 · Backflow prevention provided, no cross connections: .2815, .2836 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (c). A child care center's water supply plumbing shall not include cross-connections as set out in 15A NCAC 18C .0102(c)(8). If the potential for back siphonage or backflow conditions exist, an atmospheric vacuum breaker or backflow prevention device shall be installed. Observed no backflow preventers on outside faucets.
#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
15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b) Nothing shall be placed on the diapering surface except for those items required for diapering and the child whose diaper will be changed. Observed paperwork under changing pad.
#28 · Medications properly stored: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (d).Medications, including prescription and non-prescription items, shall be stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container and shall not be stored above food. Observed antibiotic ointments in first aid kit. Medications must be locked.
#29 · Hazardous products properly stored and locked: .2820
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. Observed air freshener plug-in and Odo-ban unlocked in bathroom.
#40 · Persons with a communicable disease or condition excluded in accordance with 10A NCAC 41A: .0200: .2827, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2827 (e). Any employee with boils, sores, burns, infected wounds, or other draining lesions on exposed skin shall bandage the affected area to avoid exposing others to drainage. If such bandaging obstructs handwashing as set out in Rule .2803 of this Section, if the exposure to drainage cannot be prevented, or if otherwise required under the rules in Section 10A NCAC 41A .0200, then the employee shall be excluded from food preparation and work activities that involve contact with other employees or children while risk of transmission of the communicable disease or condition exists. Went over employee health policy
#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. Gave handout
#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
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 old tarps need discarding (old torn up one, not the ones laid in the yard).
Dec 11, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Pre-licensing inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GLEATON'S LEARNING IMMERSION ACADEMIC CENTER” or State ID 2060421627). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.