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LITTLE MIRACLES HOME DAY CARE
2500 YORKDALE DR, Charlotte, NC 28273
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060921965
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedAug 17, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceAug 5, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 5, 2013Lower is betterAug 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 17, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 6, 2025 12 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c). Observed hot water in bathroom at 132F.
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
A solution of 100 ppm (parts per million) chlorine, or other equivalent method approved by the Director, shall be used for sanitizing common changing surfaces after each diaper change. Section 14 (a). Observed sanitizer at 50ppm. Needs to be at 100ppm.
Aug 5, 2024 18 demerits · 3 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c). Observed hot water in bathroom at 132F.
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
A solution of 100 ppm (parts per million) chlorine, or other equivalent method approved by the Director, shall be used for sanitizing common changing surfaces after each diaper change. Section 14 (a). Observed sanitizer at over 1000 ppm chlorine.
Each child in diapers shall be changed while the child is in his/her own crib or bed or on a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface. Diapering surfaces shall be kept clean and free of storage. Section 14 (a). Observed papers stored on diapering surface. Observed toys stored all around small diapering surface.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b). Observed floor cleaner stored in unlocked laundry room. Needs to be stored locked.
Aug 10, 2023 18 demerits · 4 violations
#5 · Foods properly stored, prepared, or served to prevent contamination and spoilage −4
Raw fruits and vegetables shall be washed thoroughly before use. Section 6 (i). Observed strawberries being slice without washing before being served to children.
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Repeat- Observed hot water reach 125F in the restroom. Hot water >125F is a scald hazard, recommend installing a point of use mixing valve on bathroom plumbing.
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Repeat-Observed chemicals stored unlocked in the laundry room between the main care room and the kitchen. Needs to be locked.
All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f). Observed child’s wooden chair needs a repainting, finish is very chipped.
Aug 5, 2022 12 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water reach 125F in the restroom.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed chemicals stored unlocked in the laundry room between the main care room and the kitchen. Needs to be locked.
Aug 4, 2021 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water reach 123F in the restroom. Water temperature needs to fall within allowable range.
Aug 5, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed build up on hard toys and red chair peeling.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Aug 17, 2018 12 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · Food stored off floor −2
Observed several food items being stored on the floor in the pantry (chips and cooking ingredients). **Containers of food shall be stored above the floor in such a manner as to be protected from splash and other contamination. Section 6 (e).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
REPEAT Observed hot water in restroom reach 125F. EHS suggested installing a tempering device. **Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).NOTE: Observed owner state that chemicals are being stored on a high shelf in a platsic bin with lid in laundry room. EHS did not observe chemicals. EHS advised owner to store all hazardous items behind lock and key.
#49 · Furniture clean and in good repair −2
Observed rip in couch cusion in daycare area. Observed dust build-up on shelving in restroom. **Furniture shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (e).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed touch-up paint needed in day care room and on the closet doors. Observed dust build-up around baseboards in childcare room. **The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).
Aug 3, 2017 20 demerits · 5 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the water at the restroom handsink at 125F. Follow the rule below.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90F and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed swiffer sweeper chemical in the laundry room; propane tank, yard spray, and bug spray in the backyard/playground; nail polish on top of the microwave. All items are stored unlocked and within reach of the children.All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
Observed a child sleeping on the couch in the daycare room. Provide a labeled bed, cot, or mat.A separate bed, cot, or mat, equipped with individual linen, shall be assigned and labeled for each child in care for more than four hours to use during rest periods. Section 17 (a).
#49 · Furniture clean and in good repair −2
-Observed the yellow chair at the children's dining table with a rip in it. -Observed the child's feeding chair with tray with heavy buildup and residue in it.Furniture shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (e).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed toys in the daycare room in need of cleaning.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Aug 5, 2016 22 demerits · 5 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Repeat: Observed hot water at hand washing sink in bathroom 120F. Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90F and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c)
#30 · Sanitizing solution in labeled spray bottle, available and used after each diaper change −2
Repeat: Observed sanitizer solution too strong in spray bottle- the testing strip turned black then back white. Sanitizer(chlorine) shall be 100ppm-200ppm
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Repeat: Observed chemicals unlocked in laundry room area, and aerosol air freshener in the restroom and on the refrigerator.All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).
#42 · Medications in separate locked cabinet or box −6
Repeat: Observed one of the kitchen cabinets with alot of medications in it. Provide a lock.All medications shall be stored in a locked cabinet or box separate from other items required to be kept locked. Section 16 (c).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Repeat: Observed broken toys on the playground and in the playroom, as well as the cracks and crevices on toys in the playroom soiled.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Aug 6, 2015 22 demerits · 5 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water at hand washing sink in bathroom 117F. Hot water shall be 90F-110F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#30 · Sanitizing solution in labeled spray bottle, available and used after each diaper change −2
Observed sanitizer solution too strong in spray bottle. Sanitizer(chlorine) shall be 100ppm-200ppm.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
•Observed container of herbicide stored in closet area within classroom area. Observed chemicals unlocked in laundry room area.All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).
#42 · Medications in separate locked cabinet or box −6
Observed bottle of medicine(Motrin) stored in side pocket on child's book bag. Store all medication locked away.All medications shall be stored in a locked cabinet or box separate from other items required to be kept locked. Section 16 (c).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed some toys on playground area soiled and broken. Clean toys on the playground area and discard broken toys. Clean toys within the classroom area. Observed cracks and crevices on toys soiled.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Jul 30, 2014 37 demerits · 9 violations
#5 · Foods properly stored, prepared, or served to prevent contamination and spoilage −4
Observed raw hamburger and raw eggs products stored above other food products in refrigeration unit. Store raw meat and raw egg products below and away from other food products.Raw meats, poultry, fish, shellfish, and eggs shall be stored on shelving beneath and separate from other foods. 15A NCAC 18A .2806 (f)
#11 · Utensils stored in a clean place −2
Observed debris on utensil shelving and base of utensil drawer. Clean utensil shelving and base of utensil drawer.Clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. Section 8 (b).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water at hand washing sink in bathroom 123F-125F.Hot water at areas accessible to children shall not exceed 120°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e).
#23 · Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair −3
Observed damaged toilet seat lid in bathroom. Replace damaged toilet seat lid.All toilet fixtures shall be clean and in good repair. Section 12 (a).
#30 · Sanitizing solution in labeled spray bottle, available and used after each diaper change −2
Observed sanitizer solution too strong! Sanitizer shall be at 100ppm-200ppm.A solution of 100 ppm (parts per million) chlorine, or other equivalent method approved by the Director, shall be used for sanitizing common changing surfaces after each diaper change. Section 14 (a).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed tilex, fabric softener and comet not properly stored in bathroom area. Observed herbicide stored on top of storage cabinet on backside of house leading to playground area. Store cleaning products/toxic substances and herbicide locked away.All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).
#43 · Potentially flammable or hazardous items, equipment, or supplies properly stored −6
Observed propane tank on back side of house leading to playground area. Keep propane tank locked away.Cigarette lighters, matches, and similar items(propane tank) which could pose a fire hazard shall be kept where children cannot reach them. Section 16 (b).
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
Observed sleeping mats not labeled. Label sleeping mats with child name or use the name/number system.A separate bed, cot, or mat, equipped with individual linen, shall be assigned and labeled for each child in care for more than four hours to use during rest periods. Section 17 (a).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed toys soiled in classroom/playroom and playground area. Also observed damaged toys on playground area. Thoroughly clean toys in classroom/playroom and on playground area. Discard broken/damaged toys on playground area.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Aug 5, 2013 22 demerits · 5 violations
#5 · Foods properly stored, prepared, or served to prevent contamination and spoilage −4
Observed shell eggs stored on top of fruit. Store raw meats and eggs below ready to eat foods.
#8 · Food stored off floor −2
Observed ramen noodles stored on floor in pantry. Keep all food off the floor.
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water in bathroom at 127. Hot water shall be between 90--110F
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed unlocked chemicals in laundry room and bathroom. All hazardous items shall be locked.
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
Observed mat list not readily available.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LITTLE MIRACLES HOME DAY CARE” or State ID 2060921965). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.