96.5/ 100
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
1440 CARMEL RD, Charlotte, NC 28226
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440027
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedMay 21, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceApr 4, 2014
Score history
Apr 4, 2014Higher is betterMay 21, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 21, 2026 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilet seat pitted and in need of replacement in girls bathroom outside 121. Observed toilet out of order in boys bathroom Pell building.
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). Observed disinfectant wipes and disinfectant spray stored accessible to children in several lower school classrooms. Needs to be stored out of reach of children as directed on manufacturer label.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed black build up in some water fountain spouts on campus. Needs cleaning. Observed water fountain rusty and sides peeling outside room 121.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in 117 storage, 116, boys Cannon Bathroom, 121, and chorus room. REPEAT.
Jan 29, 2025 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #7. All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed boxes of supplies on the floor in some custodial closets sporadically throughout school building.
*NOTE: Mr. Kevin was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
kevin.nunnery@charlottecountryday.org
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in girls and boys group restrooms located in outside buildings directly across from cafeteria.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed staining on carpet in main lobby of auditorium. Observed stained ceiling tiles in custodial closet located near classroom BA111.
Jan 5, 2024 96 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mr. Kevin was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
kevin.nunnery@charlottecountryday.org
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed boxes of supplies stored on the floor in several storage closets throughout school building.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). Observed disinfectant wipes stored in reach of children in several classrooms located on lower school campus.
Dec 1, 2022 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed disinfectant wipes stored within reach of children in lower school classrooms.
**Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
Feb 24, 2021 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
7. Observed storage directly on the floor in the custodial closet in the cafeteria. Follow the rule below.
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Report emailed to: Kevin.Nunnery@charlottecountryday.org; mark.reed@charlottecountryday.org
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed several push faucets with short run times (upper & lower school). Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 second (20 seconds for Covid) run time to facilitate proper handwashing.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT:
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in several buildings (upper & lower school): janitorial closets, classes, storage rooms, auditorium, etc. Repair issue and replace the tiles.
-Observed stained carpeting in some of the lower school classes (rooms with the wall to wall carpeting, not the replaceable squares).
-Observed tissue wads on the ceiling in the Clay room- fine arts building.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
REPEAT: Observed disinfectant wipes, aerosol sprays, and cleaners stored within reach of the children in several classes of the Lower school. Store out of reach of the children. Suggestion: Class storage rooms.
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
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Oct 3, 2019 93 / 100 · 3 violations
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed loose toilet seats throughout the lower school buildings. Tighten toilet seats.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed dirty carpet in room FAC109 in Barnhardt Hall and stained carpet in media center's make a space room. Observed stained ceiling tile in classroom111.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −40
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b). Observed chlorox wipes stored in reach of children in classerooms throughout the lower school buildings.
***REPEAT***
May 30, 2018 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #3-- Observed black residue on water fountain mouthpiece in Claudia Belk building across from cafeteria.
***Campus is under construction. Cannon Science and Cannon Library are both not in use at time. New buildings are being added.***
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Observed water stained/missing ceiling tiles in boys restroom (Barnhardt Hall)
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed chlorox wipes stored in reach of children in classes 103 (kindergarten), 208, and 209 (Belk Hall), and 117 (Claudia Belk).
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
May 2, 2016 91.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Rick Bone.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains needing to be cleaned near front desk nin Brae, outside at Canon and Pell, and Gym.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
Observed water fountain in girls locker room near restroom spraying on floor. Observed all small water fountains in Art building with very low pressure. Repair.
Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −35
Observed water damaged ceiling tiles and light cover in common area boys and girls room Belk building.
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
Observed a toilet in girls room in Belk building soiled with feces.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in several areas such as music room, chem lab, CB111, hallway downstairs near locker rooms in gym building.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15
Observed chlorox wipes, lysol, air freshner(aerosol), windex accessible to children in Belk, Brae, Pell, Canon Science buildings. Some chemicals were stored in restrooms shared by teachers and children. Keep all hazardous chemicals stored in a manner that is inaccessible to children.
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
Apr 21, 2015 89 / 100 · 4 violations
#1 · WATER SUPPLY: Approved water supply properly located, constructed, and operated, adequate for all requirements 130*; well house clean, no storage 15*; no cross connections 30* (.2405) −30
Observed broken/missing bell on backflow preventer in LS fine arts lobby.**Backflow connections and cross-connections with unapproved water supplies are prohibited. 15A NCAC 18A 2405 (c).
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed water fountains with pink residue around nozzles, LS. Broken nozzle in girls locker room. Too high water pressure, BE 208.**Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed cardboard boxes in storage rooms with non-carpeted floors.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed several custodial closets unlocked throughout campus. Cleaning chemicals and air fresheners within reach of children in multiple areas of LS.**Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).Mr. Greg Walters present during inspection.
Apr 4, 2014 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Mr. Ron Varner present during inspection.GC #4: Observed loose toilet seat, room 101 boy's bathroom and boy's bathroom in Fine Arts.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).GC #1: Observed no backflow preventer's on threaded faucets in girl's and boy's room in lower library and outside PE111.**Backflow connections and cross-connections with unapproved water supplies are prohibited. 15A NCAC 18A 2405 (c).GC #7: Observed damaged wall behind mop sink, lower library.**Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed water fountains with too low water pressure near CA108 and Harris gym. Water fountains with too high water pressure at Belk bldg. room 204. Water fountains with build-up around nozzles at girl's locker room, Claudia Belk building, upper library, lower library .**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).**Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Observed floor cracked near drain, PE110. Broken baseboard, boy's bathroom fine Arts bldg. Floor cracking, boys locker room area.**Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Observed jammed soap dispenser and paper towel dispenser, Claudia Belk bldg. No soap, upper library girl's bathroom. One soap dispenser out women's bathroom Barnhart main. Paper towel dispenser not working, PE110.**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440027). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.