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MATTHEWS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
2724 MARGARET WALLACE RD, Matthews, NC 28105
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440017
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedAug 26, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceMar 12, 2014
Score history
Mar 12, 2014Higher is betterAug 26, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 26, 2026 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Observed stained peeling ceiling in the mobile entrance. Observed stained ceiling in the Art room and the 5th grade classroom. REPEAT.
Aug 25, 2025 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted:
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed build up in art room toilet.
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 essential oils and wipes labeled “Keep out of Reach of Children” stored accessible to children in one kindergarten classroom. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards as directed on manufacturer
#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 ceiling damage in the modular. Needs repair.
Sep 12, 2024 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Peter Lovelace was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to head of school and office manager at the following:
bparker@bbcscolts.com
Sboling@matthewschristian.org
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed absorbent ceiling tiles in boys and girls restrooms located on upper level of main building.
Aug 17, 2023 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #11. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed dead insects inside of shower room floor located in gym.
*NOTE: Derrick Brennemon was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
bparker@bbcscolts.com
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −20
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 toilet out of order in girls restroom located in gym building.
#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 1 stained ceiling tile outside of PreK restroom. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced.
Mar 16, 2022 94.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: #3-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 on bottom floor with too high water pressure and splattering onto floor.
Ms. Michelle Clark present during inspection
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −20
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed exterior wall in boy's bathroom bubbling, middle floor. Usually block needs resealing.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed loose toilet seat in girl's bathroom, top floor.
#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. Repeat: Observed stained carpeting throughout. Stained ceiling tiles in hallway to kitchen. Missing baseboard hallway outside art room.
#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 cracked window in art room. Needs to be replaced.
Jan 25, 2021 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
-Observed stained ceiling tiles down the cafeteria hallway. Repair issue and replace tiles.
-Observed carpet fraying in some classes at seams.
-Observed carpet stained in the 6-12 grade class. Clean.
-Observed chipping paint around some window sills in classes & on the walls in the 3/4 year old boy's restroom. Repaint.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 11, 2019 93 / 100 · 3 violations
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
-Observed absorbent and/or stained ceiling tiles in the restrooms. Provide non-absorbent tiles.
-Observed the stall walls rusting in the choir room boy's restroom.
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed items stored on the floor in classroom closets. Organize items to meet the rule.
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
-6. NO POINTS DEDUCTED: Observed stained or missing ceiling tiles in rooms several rooms/halls/storage. Replace.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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
-Observed cleaners, aerosol sprays, disinfectant wipes, etc stored in unlocked cabinets within reach of the children- rooms L2 and E2.
-Observed a custodial closet (containing chemicals) unlocked.
Store out of reach of the children.
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).
*Report emailed to Jack Heybore (which was present): jheybore@bbcscolts.com
Sep 7, 2017 95 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed mouth piece of water fountain in gum broken (near cafeteria).
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Observed tissue/paper towels on floor in gorls room (upper).
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed damaged/ missing ceiling tiles in Gym in front of cafeteria.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Sep 1, 2016 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed wall damage in ladies room on bottom floor. Observed ceiling cracking and peeling in Gym. Ceilings must be smooth and nonabsorbant.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dust on vents in top floor restrooms, class E1, science lab restrooms, and Gym ladies room.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Feb 11, 2016 94 / 100 · 3 violations
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −15
Observed: Non approved ceilings in the upper and lower level restrooms.
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed: Water stained ceiling tiles in halls and classrooms.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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
Observed.: Hazardous items wihtin reach of students in classrooms and under restroom sinks.
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).
May 27, 2015 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #3. Observed water nozzle soiled on water fountain at entrance to church/ school/lobby. Thoroughly clean water nozzles on water fountain.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A. .2406 (b). #7. Observed cases of paper towel dispenser stored on the floor in down stairs storage/supply closet. Store cases of paper towel dispensers on shelving.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. #8. Observed return air ventilation soiled/dusty in classroom and hallway area. Clean return air ventilation covers. Observed some holes ,spots and stains on chairs in classrooms. Thoroughly clean chairs in classroom and replace chairs with holes present.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). #11. Observed some broken glass around dumpster in dumpster corral. Clean grounds around dumpster in dumpster corral. Fill in low area on the play ground under swings and around border surrounding playground equipment.**The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). ***Locker Rooms(boys and girls) is completely gutted and church is in the process of renovating locker rooms.*** Last day of school was May 20, 2015. Jack Heyboer present at time of inspection.
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
General wiping/cleaning of lower section of walls in boys and girls bathroom in main building and gym bathrooms near main entrance and upstairs bathroom. Replace water stained ceiling tile in upstairs boys bathroom and repair damaged ceiling tile grid in bathroom. Clean underside of toilets and wall urinals in men bathroom at main entrance to lobby/ school/ church.Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Clean and shampoo carpet throughout in classrooms. Observed spots/stains on carpet. Repair wall behind/below faucet fixture in can wash room/closet near lobby area.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Mar 12, 2014 93 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Jack Heyboer was present during the inspection.#1 - Observed a water hose connected to an exterior spigot was missing a back flow prevention device. **Backflow connections and cross-connections with unapproved water supplies are prohibited. 15A NCAC 18A 2405 (c).#9 - Observed the students' athletic bags were stored on the floor in the Lwing stairwell area. **Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
Repeat Non-compliance:A: Observed toilet partition with rust in gymnasium men`s locker room.**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed on non-absorbent; washable materials and shall be kept clean. See rule .2408(b).C: Repeat Non-Compliance - Observed two tiles near toilet need to be installed in the main building restoom. Continue to repair floor.**Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. See rule 2408 (c).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Repeat Non-compliance:Observed laminate counter top damaged in gymnasium women`s locker room.**Keep lavatory facilities clean and in good repair.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed a stained ceiling tile, and the drop ceiling track was damaged in the science wing boys restroom, some ceiling tiles were missing in the kindergarten closet and the science hall closet, the wall paper was damaged in the hallway on E-wing, and the carpet was stained in the piano room (B5) and hallway on E-wing.**Floors; walls; and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .2410.
#10 · SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL: Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved type 20*; clean and in good repair 20#; empties as needed, properly disposed of 40# (.2414) −10
Observed the dumpster area with litter/debir on the ground. **Solid waste containers shall be kept clean, in good repair, and emptied when full, but not less than once a week. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (b).
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