Furlow Charter School

63 Valley Dr, Americus, GA 31709

School / Childcare

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Furlow Charter School has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 13, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Contamination prevented during food preparation” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Among Americus restaurants, the typical score is 90; Furlow Charter School is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food service as well as canned food items not stored on the floor in the storage area next to the main dining room. PIC stated she has ordered more shelving for this area to try and accommodate the additional items.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Oct 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food service as well as canned food items not stored on the floor in the storage area next to the main dining room.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple canned food items stored on floor of separate dry storage area near dining area. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. Person in charge place all canned food items at least 6 inches above the floor.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a pinkish residue along the chute of the ice machine. In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles, equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. COS: PIC had employee adequately clean the chute of the ice machine.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several food items being stored on the floors of the walk-in freezer. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food at least 6 inches above the floor. COS: PIC had staff rearrange items to meet the 6 inches above the floor minimum. COS: PIC had employee rearrange the items so that they are being stored 6 inches above the floor.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Apr 23, 2024

Followup

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spoiled and/or rotten lettuce stored in the walk-in cooler. Food shall be safe, unadultered, and honestly presented. COS: PIC had employee discard the lettuce.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several non-food contact surfaces with an accumulation of soils and food debris. Non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC had employees adequately clean the non-food contact surfaces.

Mar 7, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed spoiled and/or rotten cucumbers stored in the reach-in cooler, near the far serving line. Food shall be safe, unadultered, and honestly presented. COS: PIC had employee discard the cucumbers.

511-6-1.04(1)

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods stored on the floor of the refrigeration units in the main kitchen. Food shall be protected from contamination by arranging each type of food in the equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: PIC had employees adequately store and arrange food in a manner to prevent cross contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a pink residue along the chute of the ice machine. Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC adequately cleaned the chute of the ice machine.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Furlow Charter School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Furlow Charter School on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Furlow Charter School?

Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Furlow Charter School.

How does Furlow Charter School compare to other restaurants in Americus?

Furlow Charter School most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Americus average of 90.

Has Furlow Charter School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Furlow Charter School have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Furlow Charter School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Furlow Charter School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Furlow Charter School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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