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GREYFRIARS CLASSICAL ACADEMY
2701 RICE RD, Matthews, NC 28105
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440408
Latest result100 / 100
Last inspectedJan 5, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceNov 18, 2013
Score history
Nov 18, 2013Higher is betterJan 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jan 5, 2026 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted. Facility is not using mobile building for school.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 15, 2025 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: School is no longer operating in outside mobile unit. School is housed inside church building directly across from outside mobile unit. During time of inspection EHS checked all students spaces and no violations were observed. Report emailed to Head School Master, Mr. John McGowan at: headmaster@greyfriarsclassical.org
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 6, 2023 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed during time of inspection. Report emailed to Head of School at the following:
headmaster@greyfriarsclassical.org
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 14, 2022 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#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. Patch holes in walls and touch-up paint. Touch-up paint/repaint window framing. Tightly secure loose wall molding. Monitor water stained ceiling in girls bathroom and 10th grade room and address any roof leaks if needed.
Mar 3, 2021 98.5 / 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) −15
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed one loose toilet seat in girls restroom.
Jan 17, 2020 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Inspection report emailed to the following address: headmaster@greyfriarclassical.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) −40
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed two loose toilet seats in girls restroom located across from main office.
REPEAT VIOLATION. 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 ceiling in both girls and boys restroom constructed of popcorn textured material.
#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 floor stain on main hallway carpet. Observed stained ceiling in girls restroom in stall 2. Observed minor scuffing marks to main hallway walls. Observed tile staining in both girls and boys restroom.
Feb 8, 2019 94 / 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) −30
REPEAT: Observed popcorn texture 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).
-8. NO POINTS DEDUCTED: Observed the ceiling vent in the boy's restroom with heavy dust buildup. Clean. *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 the closet in the boy's restroom open with a large amount of cleaners and aerosol cans. Store all hazardous items out of 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).
Report emailed to: headmaster@greyfriarsclassical.org
Sep 18, 2017 95.5 / 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) −30
Observed ceiling in restrooms popcorn textured. Ceilings should be smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent. Repeat.
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 in class 8.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Sep 21, 2015 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) −30
REPEAT NON-COMPLIANCE - Observed the restroom ceilings were absorbant popcorn texture.**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
REPEAT NON-COMPLIANCE - Observed several boxes of paper towels were stored on the floor in the girl's restroom.**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
REPEAT NON-COMPLIANCE - Observed the ceiling vents were dusty in most classrooms, and some window blinds were damaged.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Oct 13, 2014 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) −30
Repeat Non-compliance: Observed restrooms with absorbent popcorn textured ceilings.Observed the ceiling with water damage in the girls and boys restrooms.**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent; washable materials and shall be kept clean. See rule.2408 (b).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed boxes of paper towels were stored on the floor in the boys restroom.**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 the HVAC return vents were dusty in rooms 6, 8 and 9.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Note: Ms. Milvain (Admin. Assistant) was present during the inspection.
Nov 18, 2013 93 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
A) Repeat Non-compliance: Observed the water fountain mouth nozzle with black residue.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .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) −30
A)Repeat Non-compliance: Observed restrooms with absorbent popcorn textured ceilings.Observed the ceiling with water damage in the girls restroom**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent; washable materials and shall be kept clean. See rule .2408 (b).Note: John McGowan (Head Master) was present during the inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GREYFRIARS CLASSICAL ACADEMY” or State ID 2060440408). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.