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PROVIDENCE SPRING ELEMENTARY
10045 PROVIDENCE CHURCH LN, Charlotte, NC 28277
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440287
Latest result93 / 100
Last inspectedApr 22, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceApr 4, 2014
Score history
Apr 4, 2014Higher is betterApr 22, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 22, 2026 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted for:
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed cracked floor tile in room 124 bathroom. Needs repair.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed one sink in girls mobile and in girls cafeteria bathrooms not operating. Needs repair. Custodian said he shut sinks off because they would continue to run.
Work orders are in for these items.
#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) −40
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 urinal and 1 toilet inoperable in Boys upstairs bathroom. Observed one toilet inoperable in boys mobile bathroom. REPEAT.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in media center, cafeteria, 239, 133, 141, 131, 144, Art upstairs. Observed staining in hall ceiling on first floor. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired. REPEAT.
Feb 14, 2025 95 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian, Mr. Will, was present during time inspection. Report emailed to:
wilbur1.simms@cms.k12.nc.us
si-jeun.armbruster@cms.k12.nc.us (Principal)
#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) −20
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 toilet out of order in boys upper gang restroom located closet to side playground. Observed 1 toilet of order in girls gang restroom located near cafeteria. Per head custodian work orders have been submitted to have both toilets repaired.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed laminate peeling and in need of repair on counter tops in girls and boys outside mobile restroom. Observed black build up within chalking surrounding handsink basin in girls mobile restroom.
#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 1 floor tile missing in gym equipment supply room. Observed floor tile chipping and in need of repair in girls outside mobile restroom.
Feb 29, 2024 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #4. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 toilet out of order in girls gang restroom located on level 2 of school building. Per head custodian, work order has been submitted to have toilet repaired.
Head Custodian, Mr. Wilbert, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and Principal at the following:
wilbur1.simms@cms.k12.nc.us
si-jeun.armbruster@cms.k12.nc.us
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed laminate surrounding girls and boys handsinks in outside mobile units with black build up around handsink basins. Observed 1 handsink out of order in girls gang restroom located near cafeteria, per head custodian a work order has been submitted to have handsink repaired.
#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 some floor tiles in girls mobile restroom missing and in need of repair.
Mar 8, 2023 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed black build up on catch pan of touch less water fountain on 2nd floor near restrooms close to room 202.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed stained ceiling tile in class 130.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 31, 2022 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed missing and stained ceiling tiles in Media Center. Observed floors needing to be cleaned on halls.
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 chlorox wipes stored on desk in class 142 and in tutor class 246. Repeat violation. Keep all hazardous items stored away from students. Adhere to storage instructions on labels.
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).
Mar 25, 2021 91 / 100 · 3 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
-Repeat: Observed the laminate on the counter top lifting in both of the mobile restrooms. Repair.
-Observed some of the push faucets with short run times. Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 seconds (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
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in rooms 218, 144, 128, 125, Media Center,
-Observed dust collecting on the ceiling and vents in MC923.
-Observed ceiling tiles missing in the media center storage room.
-Observed a crack in the floors in both of the mobile restrooms.
-Observed stains on the carpet in room 247.
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 aerosol sprays and disinfectant wipes stored within reach of the children in rooms 144, 128, 125, and 215. *NOTE: Ensure all teachers are informed to keep all hazardous items out of reach of the children. (During the Health Inspection, the classes that are inspected are chosen randomly).
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).
Sep 30, 2019 90 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
Observed pink residue on mouth piece of water fountains on 1st floor hall, black residue on mouth piece of water fountain on 2nd floor hall, and pink residue on mouth piece in classroom C-12. ***REPEAT***
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Observed counters bulging in girls and boys restrooms on mobiles. ***REPEAT***
#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 paneling on wall in mobile toilet peeling. Replace or repair cover on cable outlet in MC1000.
#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
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 aerosol sprays, clorax wipes, hand sanitizer throughout the entire school easily assessible.
May 3, 2018 95 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #11---Observed chlorox wipes out on shelving/countertops in Tutor room 222 and classrooms 214 and 246. No children in classroom or tutor room at the time. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed pink residue on mouth piece of water fountains on 1st and 5th grade halls.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (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 counters bulging in girls and boys restrooms on mobiles.
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) −15
Observed stained ceiling tiles above teacher restrooms near door to playground and missing tile above corridor room 200A.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Nov 7, 2016 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Cindy Thompson.
#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 gap between floor and floor drain in mobile unit boys room.
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed missing ceiling tiles on second floor near restrooms, water damaged ceiling tile at mechanical room and in mobile classroom 583. Observed wall damage at soap dispenser in classroom 249. Observed wall damage in Gym.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Sep 2, 2015 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 3. Observed one water fountain with low pressure, and another that will not turn off (the push bar is stuck) on the 2nd grade end of the hall (upstairs).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).Report emailed to cindy.thompson@cms.k12.nc.us
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed some of the spring loaded handsink faucets on the 1st and 2nd floor running less than 15 seconds. Ensure all spring loaded faucets run for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate in proper handwashing.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).-Observed no paper towels in the boy's restroom on the 2nd grade end (upstairs).Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained and or missing ceiling tiles in the hallways, Media Center, Art room, and room 147.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 Non-Compliance: Observed disinfectant wipes, aerosol sprays, unlabeled chemical spray bottle and/or bulk soap storage stored unlocked and/or within reach of the children in several rooms up and down stairs.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 4, 2015 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 8. Observed a water stain in the light fixture in room 133.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. Observed disinfectant wipes, aerosol sprays, and plug-ins stored unlocked and/or within reach of the children in rooms 147, 127, 133, & 214.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. Rodriguez present during the inspection.Report emailed to cindy.thompson@cms.k12.nc.us
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed some of the spring loaded handsink faucets on the 1st and 2nd floor running less than 15 seconds. Ensure all spring loaded faucets run for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate in 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
-Observed the rubber on both stairwells cracked and lifting.-Observed a crack in the wall (by the door) in MC343.Repeat Non-compliance: -Observed water stained ceiling tiles in room 133.-Observed broken floor tiles in the hall near the main office (dirt collecting in the gap).Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Apr 4, 2014 95.5 / 100 · 3 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout school. Damaged floor tiles, 239.**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) −10
Observed carpets need vacuuming in storage rooms.**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 sills/tracks with cobwebs, several classrooms 1st floor.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Ms. Cindy Thompson present during inspection.GC #11: Observed a couple unlabeled spray bottles in classrooms. Label all spray bottles, even if just water.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PROVIDENCE SPRING ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440287). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.