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12demerits

MS SCHUCKY'S CHILDCARE

10307 ASHLEY FARM DR, Matthews, NC 28105
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060922706
Latest result12 demerits
Last inspectedApr 9, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceMar 28, 2014

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

012.525 Mar 28, 2014: 17May 18, 2015: 15Mar 24, 2016: 20Mar 30, 2017: 16Mar 23, 2018: 22Apr 29, 2019: 25Sep 1, 2020: 24Apr 7, 2021: 13Apr 8, 2022: 12Mar 22, 2023: 23Apr 12, 2024: 8Apr 8, 2025: 6Apr 9, 2026: 12
Mar 28, 2014Lower is betterApr 9, 2026

Inspections & violations

Apr 9, 2026 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 at handsink reaches 134F. Needs to be between 80-110F (new rules have changed range). Water can be manually tempered or tempered with mixing valve under the sink.
#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 white out stored in unlocked file cabinet drawer in childcare room. Needs to be stored locked or in a location not accessible to the children.

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Apr 8, 2025 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Ms. Paula was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following: p.schuck@yahoo.com Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 at 125F in hallway restroom.

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Apr 12, 2024 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #36. All household pets and animals shall have current rabies vaccinations as required by state law and local ordinances; documentation shall be maintained by the operator and provided to the Director upon request. Section 15 (b). Observed rabies vaccination for owners pet expiring 4/13/2024. *NOTE: Ms. Paula Schuck was present during time of inspection, report emailed to the following: p.schuck@yahoo.com Kaye.Dunlap@dhhs.nc.gov
#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 reach 132F at handsink in restroom.
#54 · Floors, walls, and ceilings free of peeling, flaking, chalking paint −2
Walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, in areas accessible to children shall be free of peeling, flaking, or chalking paint. Section 18 (d). Observed touch up paint needed to window seals and door frame in main playroom.

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Mar 22, 2023 23 demerits · 5 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
REPEAT 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 temperature measured 146F at children hand washing sink. Strongly Recommend installing a point of use mixing valve on sink fixture
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
REPEAT 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 solution concentration was too strong that it bleached out the testing strips. Recommend to dilute the solution and test for the correct concentration for effective use.
#35 · No pets in rooms where food is prepared or stored; pets restricted in serving area −3
Pets shall not be allowed in any room or area in which food is prepared or stored. Pets, unless caged and restricted from the immediate eating area, shall not be allowed in any room or area in which food is served. Section 15 (a). Observed dog food and water bowls in the kitchen and bags of dog food stored on shelving next to its bowls.
#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 the white out sitting on the computer desk in the care room, and aerosol spray under a changing table. ALL HAZARDOUS ITEMS NEED TO STORE IN A LOCKED CABINET where keep out of reach of children.
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (a). Observed dirty carpet in the hallway where changing table is, Need cleaning and keep clean. Carpet loose and needs restretching

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Apr 8, 2022 12 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 122F in restroom. Repeat.
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Observed sanitizer 1000ppm. Make sanitizer at 100ppm (chlorine).

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Apr 7, 2021 13 demerits · 4 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water in bathroom children use 124F which is a scald hazard. Recommend having a point of use mixing valve installed on the bathroom sink.
#31 · Test kit for sanitizing solution provided and used −2
Observed sanitizer in spray bottle in bathroom ~1000 ppm chlorine. Use test strip to ensure sanitizer strength is 100 ppm chlorine.
#35 · No pets in rooms where food is prepared or stored; pets restricted in serving area −3
Observed bowl of dog food and water in kitchen.
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed carpeting in care room needs re-stretching. Loose carpeting creates trip hazards. Observed cracked window at window in front of driveway. Window needs repair.

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Sep 1, 2020 24 demerits · 5 violations
#5 · Foods properly stored, prepared, or served to prevent contamination and spoilage −4
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). Observed canned food stored on floor of pantry. Food must be stored above floor.
#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 110F. Section 9 (c). (REPEAT) Observed hot water 127F at bathroom handsink.
#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). (REPEAT) Observed very strong sanitizer (bleached out test strip). Sanitizer shall be 100 ppm chlorine.
#31 · Test kit for sanitizing solution provided and used −2
A suitable testing method or kit shall be available, convenient, and used daily to insure compliance with the minimum prescribed sanitizer strength. Section 14 (a). Observed sanitizer too strong, use test strips to check for correct strength.
#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). REPEAT-Observed aerosol air freshener stored on diaper changing table shelf. Pocket door open to laundry room with pesticides stored on the floor. Keep pocket door closed.

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Apr 29, 2019 25 demerits · 5 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed buildup on the kitchen cabinets. Clean.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the restroom water at 131F. 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).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Observed the sanitizer above 1000ppm chlorine. (The test strip was bleached back white). Follow the rule below.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).
#39 · Premises clean, drained, and free of vermin harborages and breeding areas −4
Observed thick and high grass in the back/play yard. Follow the rule below.Grass and other vegetation shall be maintained in a manner which does not encourage the harborage of vermin. Section 15 (e).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed a plug-in in the hallway in the outlet beside the diaper changing table.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).*Report emailed to: p.schuck@yahoo.com

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Mar 23, 2018 22 demerits · 5 violations
#8 · Food stored off floor −2
Observed some food (jars of sauce and boxes of canned foods) stored on floor in pantry. Observed rack on floor behind behind food.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).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Observed sanitizer 500ppm. Disinfectant 1000ppm. Disinfectant should be 500-800ppm. 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).
#36 · Rabies vaccinations maintained for pets −6
Observed vaccination records for dog not up to date.All household pets and animals shall have current rabies vaccinations as required by state law and local ordinances; documentation shall be maintained by the operator and provided to the Director upon request. Section 15 (b).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed cans of air freshener near front door upon entrance of inspection and disinfectant wiped in unlocked cabinet in childcare rooms.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).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed floor in pantry needing to be cleaned and vent in child care room with dust.All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (a).

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Mar 30, 2017 16 demerits · 4 violations
#8 · Food stored off floor −2
Observed can goods on floor in pantry.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
Observed water 128F in restroom.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Diaper changing table not cleaned and sanitized after use or between use. Sanitizer is 0 ppm. 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).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed ceiling vent in play room needing to be dusted.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).

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Mar 24, 2016 20 demerits · 6 violations
#4 · Baby bottles and baby food jars labeled with date and child's name −3
Observed powder formula for children to be mixed at facility. Formula and mother's milk served in baby bottles shall be prepared and labeled with the individual child's name at the child's home and provided daily to the care giver by the parents or guardians. Section 6 (c).
#8 · Food stored off floor −2
Observed food stored on floor in pantry.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).
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Clean inside microwave and cabinets.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 129F at restroom hand sink.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
Observed sleeping mats not labeled.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 rust inside washer.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).*General Comment* Observed dust on blinds. Clean. Obtain a small thermometer for refridgerator. Place in warmest part of refridgerator. Visiting family member's dog must have vaccination records during childcare operating hours.

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May 18, 2015 15 demerits · 3 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed the microwave and the kitchen cabninets with accumulated food debris.**All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the hot water at the restroom hand washing sink was at 120F.**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
Observed aerosol air fresheners stored on the table at the foyer, and on the toilet tank in the restroom, and the garage door was unlocked in the outside play area. The garage had loose moth balls on the floor at entrance.**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).General Comment: Paula Schuck was present.

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Mar 28, 2014 17 demerits · 4 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed the microwave with splattered food debris.**All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the hot water at the restroom hand washing sink was at 142F.**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
Observed Lysol disinfectant spray was stored on a low shelf on the diaper changing table, and Lysol wipes and Comet cleaner was stored in a high cabinet in the child care room. All items were moved to a locked are during the inspection.**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
Observed the washing machihne lid had rust.**Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).General Comments: #4 - Observed bags of breast milk supplied by the parent was labeled with the date pumped. **All formula, breast milks, beverages and food prepared by the parent must be labeled with the date brought to the child care.#31 - Observed a napping mat was stored on top of the diapering table. **Do not store non-diapering related items on the diapering surface. Observed the sanitizer at 500PPM. **Test daily to ensure concentration at 100PPM.**Ms. Paula Shuck was present.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MS SCHUCKY'S CHILDCARE” or State ID 2060922706). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.