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21demerits

SELLARS STELLAR ACADEMY

13831 ALLISON FOREST TL, Charlotte, NC 28278
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060922779
Latest result21 demerits
Last inspectedNov 25, 2025
Inspections on record10
On record sinceNov 21, 2016

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

Score history

010.521 Nov 21, 2016: 6Nov 9, 2017: 15Nov 21, 2018: 6Nov 18, 2019: 12Nov 4, 2020: 14Oct 26, 2021: 12Nov 21, 2022: 8Nov 6, 2023: 12Nov 20, 2024: 12Nov 25, 2025: 21
Nov 21, 2016Lower is betterNov 25, 2025

Inspections & violations

Nov 25, 2025 21 demerits · 4 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 125F. Ensure hot water is between 90-110F.
#28 · Soap and clean individual towels provided −3
Each child shall have a clean towel available for hand drying. Section 12 (d). Observed one towel in bathroom and no paper towels. Ensure paper towels or a towel for each child is provided.
#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 0ppm. Ensure sanitizer measures 100ppm.
#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 Clorox toilet bowl cleaner stored on shelf in bathroom. Ensure hazardous items are stored in locked storage room or cabinet.

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Nov 20, 2024 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 125F. REPEAT
#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 sanitizing solution at 0ppm. Director remade sanitizer to correct concentration.

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Nov 6, 2023 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Recommend using a digital thermometer if preparing meals from raw meats. Temperature of raw beef should be >155F.
#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 128F. Request a mixing valve be installed on 1/2 bath plumbing to temper water 90-110F, kitchen access will need to be barricaded.
#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 unlocked rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide in bathroom. Shed with gas cans unlocked.

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Nov 21, 2022 8 demerits · 2 violations
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed Lysol toilet cleaner and small aerosol spray on shelf in bathroom. Keep all hazardous items locked away.
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed debris in crevices of hard toy (farmhouse).

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Oct 26, 2021 12 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 125F in restroom.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed aerosol Lysol stored on shelf in restroom and spray cleaner store on counter in kitchen. Keep all hazardous items locked away.

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Nov 4, 2020 14 demerits · 4 violations
#7 · Refrigerators with thermometers −2
Observed the red line broken in the thermometer in the refrigerator. Replace with an accurate one.An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. Section 6 (h).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the water at 127F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90F and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c).
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
Observed sleeping cots and pack-n-plays used for sleeping not labeled. Label.If beds, cots, mats, and linens are provided for school children who are cared for only during after-school hours, individual linen and a separate labeled bed, cot, or mat shall be provided for each child. Section 17 (b).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed buildup on toys. Clean. A toothbrush or q-tip may assist with cleaning the smaller areas.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).Report emailed to: sellarsstellaracademy@gmail.com

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Nov 18, 2019 12 demerits · 3 violations
#4 · Baby bottles and baby food jars labeled with date and child's name −3
Label bottles.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).
#28 · Soap and clean individual towels provided −3
Observed one towel for hand drying. Provide individual towels or paper towels for hand drying.Each child shall have a clean towel available for hand drying. Section 12 (d).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed disinfectant wipes and spray freshener on top shelf in restroom. Keep hazardous items locked away from 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).

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Nov 21, 2018 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Repeat Observed hot water go over 110F in restroom. EHS advised installing a tempering device/mixing valve. **Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).

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Nov 9, 2017 15 demerits · 3 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the water at the restroom handsink at 128F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90F and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c).
#28 · Soap and clean individual towels provided −3
Observed no paper towels in the restroom- there is one cloth towel present. Provide.Each child shall have a clean towel available for hand drying. Section 12 (d).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
-Observed the sanitizer at 0ppm chlorine. Use the test strips to determine the strength of the sanitizer. (Sanitizer handout emailed.)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 the diaper changing pad in disrepair: 2 areas where the inside cushion is exposed.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. Section 14 (a).

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Nov 21, 2016 6 demerits · 2 violations
#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 no test kit available. Get one that can read in the range of 100 ppm chlorine..General Comment #44: CO alarm chirping low battery. Keep batteries replaced and CO and fire alarms properly operating. CDI#41: Replace child proof door knob attachment with locking door knob to laundry room where hazardous items are stored. Keep all hazardous items locked. Gave hazardous items sheet.
#48 · Each child under 12 months provided with crib or approved equipment −4
Each child under 12 months of age shall be provided with a crib or other approved equipment. Section 17 (d). Observed play pens with added mattress, this practice is not recommended because entrapment could occur when using mattresses not designed to be used in playpens.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SELLARS STELLAR ACADEMY” or State ID 2060922779). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.