Belmont Charter School
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Belmont Charter School has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Apr 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Philadelphia average 72, so Belmont Charter School is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Severely dented, swollen, distressed canned items observed in the food storage area. - Dented can of spaghetti sauce observed on the storage rack. Dented can removed.
46.245
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Loose/ broken door observed on the milk cooler labeled (New Milk). - Ice machine not in good repair.
46.671
82
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed employee food items stored on top of student food inside the reach-in refrigerator (3 door). -Keep employee foods on a lower shelf in one area of the refrigerator. New Violation.
46.1041
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. -Food safety application will be emailed. New Violation.
46.103
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: - Thermometer was not available inside the reach-in freezer. - Broken thermometer observed on the reach-in Continental unit. New Violation.
46.59
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (live flies) observed in the food prep area by the Continental refrigerator area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed rough cement floor under the dry storage shelves. -the floor is not smooth and easily cleanable. New Violation.
46.522
67
Jun 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Proper hot holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken patties were held at 109 degrees F rather than 135 degrees F or above as required. -Chicken patties were reheated.
46.385(a)(1)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Some ice accumulation observed in the walk-in freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed broom and dustpans stored on the floor in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
78
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Severely dented, swollen, distressed canned items observed in the food storage area. -Dented can removed.
46.245
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Pooled liquid observed on the floor in the ware washing area. -This area was cleaned during the time of inspection. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
82
May 29, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee beverages stored on top of boxed food items inside the walk-in cooler. -Items were removed.
46.281
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation and food debris observed in the walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: No backflow prevention device observed on the ice machine.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Loose ceiling vent observed over the ice machine. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: A loose lid on the "new milk cooler".
46.671
70
Sep 25, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pink slime observed on the interior of the ice machine. -Ice machine was cleaned.
46.712
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper equipment temperatures are not functioning properly in reach-in refrigerator equipment. New Violation.
46.59
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: A loose lid on the "new milk cooler". New Violation.
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -No backflow prevention device observed on the ice machine. -Leaky faucet observed at the food prep sink. New Violation.
46.823(c)-(e)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Light bulb is out in the reach- in refrigerator. New Violation.
46.943
74
May 5, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation. -Food safety certified person arrived during the time of inspection.
46.101
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Observed crates being used for elevation in the walk-in freezer. -A loose lid on the "new milk cooler".
46.671
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: -No backflow prevention device observed on the ice machine. -Leaky faucet observed at the food prep sink.
46.823(c)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed dustpans and brooms stored on the floor rather than hanging. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Belmont Charter School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Belmont Charter School on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Belmont Charter School?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Belmont Charter School.
Has Belmont Charter School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Belmont Charter School have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Belmont 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 Belmont Charter School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Belmont Charter School is inspected around two times per year on average.
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