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COVENANT DAY SCHOOL
800 FULLWOOD LN, Matthews, NC 28105
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440038
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedSep 17, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceFeb 7, 2014
Score history
Feb 7, 2014Higher is betterSep 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 17, 2026 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted:
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Observed stained ceiling tiles in the gym. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired/replaced.
#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 aerosols and other chemicals labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” stored accessible to children in cafeteria and several classrooms. Needs to be stored as directed on manufacturer labels to avoid health hazards.
Sep 24, 2025 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 1, 2024 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Operations technician, Landon, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to Head of School, Mark Helmer, at the following: Mhelmer@covenantday.org
#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 cleaning needed to water fountain basins stored outside of girls restroom near auditorium.
#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 boys and girls restroom in building “B”.
Oct 6, 2023 99 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Report emailed to the following:
Amcnulty@christcovenant.org
Rely@christcovenant.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 some boxes of supplies on the floor in custodial closets throughout building A, B, and C.
Sep 15, 2022 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Operations Supervisor, Andy McNulty, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and principal at the following:
Amcnulty@christcovenant.org
Mwiersma@covenantday.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 restrooms.
Feb 10, 2021 94 / 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
Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in bathrooms. Follow the rule below.
**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC
18A .2408 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed stained ceiling tiles in the girl's restroom in "B" building, an in the custodial closet in the "A" 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
Observed Cleaning sprays and disinfectant wipes stored within reach of the children (on the counter top and under the handsink) in a class restroom, and the custodial door open in the "B" building where chemicals are stored. Store all hazardous items out of reach of the 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).
*Report emailed to: mwiersma@covenantday.org; bjthomas@christcovenant.org
Sep 16, 2019 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Repair or replace loose faucet in the boys locker room.
May 3, 2018 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #7--Observed water stained ceiling tiles across from classroom B204 and near exit sign upstairs (building B).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed countertops separating in restrooms at entrance of building B.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (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 stored in reach of children in class 126 (building C). Keep all hazardous items stored away from 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).
Feb 3, 2016 91.5 / 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) −35
Observed: Acoustical ceiling tiles in the restrooms.
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: Loose toilet seats.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed: Vents collecting dust in building C.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (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.: Custodial closets left unlocked in all buildings. Chemicals accessible to children in classrooms and cafeteria areas of gym.
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).
Jan 15, 2015 90.5 / 100 · 4 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) −30
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in bathrooms. **Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
-Observed water stained ceiling and ceiling tiles in both 'A' Building restrooms and the boy's restroom in the 'C' building.-Observed hole in the wall behind the vending machine in the snack room where lunch is handled.-Observed wall damage in the custodial closet in 'C' building.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed closets in classrooms need cleaning and organizing.**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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed cleaners and disinfecting wipes stored unlocked and within reach of children in several classrooms and the chemical closet unlocked in the girl's restroom in the gym.**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. Ed Adelman present during the inspection. Report emailed to eadelman@christcovenant.org
Feb 7, 2014 87.5 / 100 · 5 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed several water fountains with residue around nozzles.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 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 absorbent ceiling tiles in bathrooms. Toilet seat worn, room B105.**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Observed closets in classrooms need cleaning and organizing.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed window areas and some vents dusty.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (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 cleaners and disinfecting wipes within reach of children in several classrooms. Unlabeled spray bottles in custodial closet, B-bldg.**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).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “COVENANT DAY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440038). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.