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NATIONS FORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
7050 NATIONS FORD RD, Charlotte, NC 28217
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440522
Latest result100 / 100
Last inspectedSep 3, 2025
Inspections on record8
On record sinceAug 24, 2016
Score history
Aug 24, 2016Higher is betterSep 3, 2025
Inspections & violations
Sep 3, 2025 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 29, 2024 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points taken.
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). Observed water fountains in B hall and D hall with low pressure. Increase water pressure.
Inspection led by Casey Aitcheson.
#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 tiles in multiple classrooms and throughout hallways. Custodian has had work orders placed. REPEAT.
#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 disinfecting wipes and aerosol Lysol spray stored accessible to children in classroom D-8. Also observed custodian closet unlocked with chemicals stored inside. REPEAT.
Nov 20, 2023 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points taken. Repairs made from last inspection and repairs currently in progress.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed five water stained ceiling tiles in school. Custodian has had ceilings checked for leaks and work orders placed. Serviceman visited this weekend for repairs and ordering and are in the process of changing tiles.
#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 black residue in several drinking fountains. Needs cleaning.
#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 two custodian closets/offices with chemicals stored inside left unlocked. Observed aerosol sprays, cleaners, and disinfectant wipes stored accessible to children in many classrooms. Toxic materials shall be stored to avoid health hazards.
May 20, 2022 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
5. Observed short run time on hand washing sink in the upstairs boys’ restroom. Run time was around 5 seconds. Needs to be at least 15 seconds.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
8. Observed dead insects in the light shields in the stairwell and in room C3.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles on the main hall and A hall near exit. Ensure leak is not ongoing and replace ceiling tiles.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Mar 15, 2021 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles near restrooms close to gym, on 2nd floor near elevator, and in health room.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
May 17, 2019 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 4) Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed urine on seats in B-hall boys bathroom and cafeteria boys bathroom.
6) Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed B-108 with heavy dust and debris build up. Sweep more frequently.
#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 first handsink in R34 girls bathroom run for only 7 seconds at a spring loaded faucet. Increase to 15 seconds. REPEAT VIOLATION
NOTE: Observed several handsinks including the art room with water reaching 131F. Water at 120F is considered a burn hazard. EHS strongly recommends turning water heaters down to keep water around 110F max.
#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 air vents in MC909 and MC910 with heavy dust build up.
#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 disinfecting wipes stored in B-1 and B-12 within reach of children. Observed raid ant and roach spray labeled for "Indoor household use only" in custodial area. REPEAT VIOLATION
Feb 2, 2018 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
11. -Observed bulk hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes stored within reach of the children in several classes. Store out of reach of the children.
-Observed a different chemical (blue) in a bottle labeled Quat 256. Label chemical bottles for what is in them.
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).
*Notes:
-Observed a large storage container filled with book bags stored outside of MC910. Per the teacher, they are there to stop the children from asking to go in them and because they do not have enough storage space. *SUGGESTION: Do not store all of the children's bags together in a bin. Storing them that way could potentially aid in transfer of things such as bugs etc if present.
-Observed no chemical dispensers nor test strips present in the facility. Mr. Davis states that they have to mix the chemical and water themselves. Observed a chemical made yesterday above 400ppm quat. Provide dispensers and/or test strips to enable proper chemical strengths.
Report emailed to williee.davis@cms.k12.nc.us; melissa.dietzler@cms.k12.nc.us; a.garcia@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 multiple spring loaded faucets (including hall restrooms and restrooms in classes) not staying on for a minimum of 15 seconds. Regulate to allow a run time of at least 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing.
-Observed a loose faucet in the boy's hall restroom by the art room.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed several boxes stacked & sitting on the floor in the custodial/storage room on the 2nd floor and in the handicap 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.
Aug 24, 2016 100 / 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NATIONS FORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440522). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.