100/ 100
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
2312 ORTON ST, Charlotte, NC 28208
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440456
Latest result100 / 100
Last inspectedMay 22, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceJan 16, 2014
Score history
Jan 16, 2014Higher is betterMay 22, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 22, 2026 100 / 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 28, 2025 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 18, 2024 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
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 peeling paint next to bathroom sink. Needs touched up.
#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 tile in classroom. Need replacing.
Jan 31, 2023 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 4, 2021 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed one dead bug under dish sink area. Be vigilant in efforts to further control the spread of pests.(G.C.)
Kitchen area under dish sink needs additional cleaning to remove any debris. Recommended higher cleaning frequency. (G.C)
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 5, 2020 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Afterschool during summer.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 10, 2019 96 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #6---Observed floor in disrepair. Carpet frayed in center of class. Step located between school class and daycare needs repair (peeling and chipping).
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
Observed dust on floor HVAC vent near restroom. Repeat.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Jul 23, 2018 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dust build up on floor vent near restroom.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Aug 28, 2017 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#4. Loose toilet seat tighten on toilet at time of inspection. Touch-up paint wall in bathroom and door framing entering into bathroom.***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. Replace small piece of vinyl siding on back corner of school. Monitor and repair roof on school/daycare. Observed roof buckling.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Tightly secure loose ceiling tile and rubber base cove molding in classroom area. Clean area around door handle to classroom. Touch-up paint in classroom area.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Tightly secure loose vents/register under step down area entering into the classroom. Replace bent/damaged vent covers/registers.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Sep 12, 2016 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Tightly secure vent cover on base of step/ledge leading into classroom area. Wipe/dust window blind in classroom area.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
General Comment: #6. Wipe/clean door framing leading into classroom area. TIghtly secure loose rubber cove base mouldinging in classroom area. Repaint wall beside hand washing sink in bathroom.Repair front corner of school/ daycare.
Sep 14, 2015 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed carpet flooring damaged around edge of floor/wall. Repair or replace damaged carpet. Clean carpet in classroom area. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.General Comment: #4. Wipe/clean ceiling in bathroom. **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. Clean floor return air ventilation in hallway near bathroom.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Mr. Kelvin Drakeford present at time of inspection.
Sep 25, 2014 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
Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in bathroom. Provide soap and paper towwels at all hand washing sinks at all times! Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).General Comment: #11.Repair front right corner of roof. Siding/gutter is pulling away from roof of house and gap is present under roofing plyboard/shingles. Repair as soon as possible to prevent any further damaged to school/center within a resident.**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).Mrs. Chantell McDaniel present at time of inspection.
Jan 16, 2014 100 / 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “KNOWLEDGE IS POWER” or State ID 2060440456). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.