97/ 100
ST MATTHEW EDUCATION CENTER
11525 ELM LN, Charlotte, NC 28277
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440302
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedJan 8, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJan 15, 2014
Score history
Jan 15, 2014Higher is betterJan 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jan 8, 2026 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed loose toilet seats and one with some minor peeling in girls cafeteria bathroom. Needs tightening.
#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 chemicals/aerosols/disinfectant wipes stored accessible to children in multiple classrooms. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards as directed on manufacturer label “Keep out of Reach of children”
Jan 31, 2025 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Mr. Andy was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
kmoherron@stmatthewschool.net (Head of School)
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Observed a few light shields throughout school building with dead insects. Clean.
Jan 23, 2024 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 a few handsinks out of order on level 2 of school in restrooms. Work orders have been submitted to have handsinks repaired.
#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 on the floor in supply closet located by library.
*NOTE: Mr. Andy was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to Principal at the following:
kmoherron@stmatthewschool.net
Jan 26, 2023 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed pink residue on water fountain spouts near classrooms 141, 230, 236, and various areas.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
Jan 25, 2022 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Walk through with the principal, Kevin O'Herron. No violations at this time.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 19, 2021 97 / 100 · 2 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 rusting partitions at the urinals and stalls in the boy's restrooms up and downstairs.
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (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 all spring loaded faucets with short run times. Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 second (20 seconds for Covid) run time to facilitate in proper handwashing.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Report emailed to the Head of School, Kevin O'Herron: kmoherron@stmatthewschool.net
Sep 20, 2019 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 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 several storage rooms in classroom with storage directly on the floor.
#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 several loose toilet seats in both girls and boys toilet on the first floor. Loose toilet seat in adult toilet on the second floor.
#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).
***REPEAT*** Observed wipes accessible to children in room 231.
Apr 16, 2018 91.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #6--Observed water stained tiles near 108 and 200. *** NOTE*** Hot water 121F in Art room. Suggest monitoring when used for hand washing of children.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed black residue on mouthpiece of water fountains in kindergarden and 5th grade halls and across from spanish class.
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 rust around plumbing for flushing on toilets in kindergarden hall (girls) restroom and gym girls restroom. OBserved dust on vent in restroom in class 101. Observed paint peeling around hand sink in restroom in class 101.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
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 wipes accessible to children in room 243 and 200 (excessive bottles of sanitizer also).
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 13, 2016 94.5 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Clean water fountains on first and second floors.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed vent in girls room (1st floor), girls and booys room (2nd floor), and classroom 108 needing to be cleaned. Observed burned out lights in girls/boys room(1st floor) and girls gym restroom. Replace.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Lighting and ventilation shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (a).
#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 clorox wipes accessible to children in various classrooms. Keep all hazardous 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).
Escorted by Mary Janson.
Jan 22, 2015 95 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 5. Observed no soap in room 108 restroom. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).11. Observed disinfectant wipes and/or cleaners in several classrooms stored unlocked and within reach of the students.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).Ms. Suzanne Beasley present during the inspection.Report emailed to stbeasley@stmatthewsschool.net
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
-Observed low water pressure at water fountains down & upstairs (same side of the halls).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 tissue wads on the ceiling in the boy's gym restroom.-Observed missing wall tiles in the boy's upstairs restroom.-Observed the wall in the boys restroom (in between the urinals) rusting at the bottom- upstairs.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 damaged ceiling tiles by the gym entrance doors and upstairs in the hall in front of room 217.-Observed the laminate behind the handsink in the art room in disrepair from water damage.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 15, 2014 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed a couple of water fountains with residue build-up around the 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) −20
Observed urinals with urine line down front, gym bathrooms.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Ms. Suzanne Beasly present during inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ST MATTHEW EDUCATION CENTER” or State ID 2060440302). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.