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32demerits

GATEWAY DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER

12206 MARATHON HILL RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060922857
Latest result32 demerits
Last inspectedJul 16, 2025
Inspections on record3
On record sinceJul 17, 2023

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

Score history

01632 Jul 17, 2023: 2Aug 9, 2024: 25Jul 16, 2025: 32
Jul 17, 2023Lower is betterJul 16, 2025

Inspections & violations

Jul 16, 2025 32 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: - Ms. Brenda Thompson present during inspection
#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 in restroom sink measured at 131F. Ensure to provide tempered water range between 90F- 110F where is accessible to children at anytime. Observed hot water at kitchen sink measured at 122F. EHS suggests to install a gate to block children access to kitchen sink.
#23 · Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair −3
REPEAT All toilet fixtures shall be clean and in good repair. Section 12 (a).- Observed loose toilet seat in the restroom. Repair needed and keep in good repair.
#27 · Hot and cold running water through mixing faucet −3
All lavatories shall be equipped with hot and cold running water through mixing faucets. Section 12 (b).- Observed very slow water pressure at the sink in restroom. Adjust water pressure to provide adequate pressure for proper hand washing.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
REPEAT 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 cleaner/bleach spray bottle and disinfectant wipes on counter cabinet and kitchen sink counter, sunscreen spray aerosol can on top of the cubby next to changing table. Keep lock all hazardous items in the a lock cabinet/storage/shed at all time. NOTE: Section 2: Definition- (f) “Locked” means locked with a key that is stored in a location separate from the lock, or with a combination lock.
#42 · Medications in separate locked cabinet or box −6
REPEAT All medications shall be stored in a locked cabinet or box separate from other items required to be kept locked. Section 16 (c). -Observed pain and fever medication and itching cream in a gray basket with cloth bib, on the counter cabinet in the dining room. All medication shall be stored in a lock cabinet/storage at all time. NOTE: Section 2: Definition- (f) “Locked” means locked with a key that is stored in a location separate from the lock, or with a combination lock.
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
REPEAT 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).- Observed no name or number assigned to the two playpens. Provide label with name or number system for each cots/playpens. Labeled and corrected at the time of inspection
#47 · Bedding and linen properly handled; clean and in good repair −4
All beds, cots, and mats shall be in good repair, properly handled and stored, and kept clean. Section 17 (c). - Observed children blankets folded and placed on top of each other touching. Keep all individual blankets and sleeping wears separate and not allow contact while storing.

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Aug 9, 2024 25 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: Ms. Camryn Thompson present during the inspection
#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 measured 128F at hand sink in the restroom where children have access. EHS suggested to install a mixing valve to help regulate the control temperature. Ensure to provide tempered water between 90F - 110F.
#23 · Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair −3
All toilet fixtures shall be clean and in good repair. Section 12 (a).- Observed soiled toilet bowl, need cleaning in the restroom. Keep clean.
#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 cleaner/bleach spray bottle and disinfectant wipes under kitchen sink, and disinfectant spray aerosol can on restroom counter sink. Observed paint buckets, yard chemicals inside the unlock outdoor shed. The lock was on the hook, but not locking. Keep lock all hazardous items in the a lock cabinet/storage/shed at all time. NOTE: Section 2: Definition- (f) “Locked” means locked with a key that is stored in a location separate from the lock, or with a combination lock.
#42 · Medications in separate locked cabinet or box −6
All medications shall be stored in a locked cabinet or box separate from other items required to be kept locked. Section 16 (c). -Observed Motrin pain medication on the counter cabinet in the dining room. All medication shall be stored in a lock cabinet/storage at all time. NOTE: Section 2: Definition- (f) “Locked” means locked with a key that is stored in a location separate from the lock, or with a combination lock.
#45 · Individual bed, cot, or mat with linen provided; labeled −4
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).- Observed no name or number/chart of cots or cribs assigned to the individual child. Provide label with name or number system for each cots/cribs.

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Jul 17, 2023 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Remove sheet from diaper changing pad.
#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 strips. CDI-ordered.

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GATEWAY DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER” or State ID 2060922857). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.