Charlotte Woods Elementary School

674 Prairie Avenue, Providence, RI 02905

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Charlotte Woods Elementary School has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 23, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Charlotte Woods Elementary School is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Nov 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Feb 11, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: Dispensers with soap and mop cleaner was observed attached to wall above hand washing sink. PIC informed.

6-301.13

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was (452) parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be (704-1875) ppm.

4-501.115

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Cold hold unit ) located in the (serving line) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature observed at 53DF. At time of inspection ice packs were being used to keep TCS food cold.

4-501.11

Oct 17, 2024

Routine

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

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (serving utensils) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: Dispensers with soap and mop cleaner was observed attached to wall above hand washing sink. PIC informed.

6-301.13

Jan 19, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The overhead door to the outside, located in the Kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Cold hold located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. Per interview, PIC states ice packs are used during service.

4-501.11

Oct 4, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The overhead door to the outside, located in the kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Cold-hold units for salad were observed in poor repair in the lunch service area. Equipment must be maintained in good repair per manufacturer's instructions. Staff are utilizing ice and cold packs until unit is repaired.

4-501.11

May 2, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charlotte Woods Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charlotte Woods Elementary School on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charlotte Woods Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charlotte Woods Elementary School.

How does Charlotte Woods Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Charlotte Woods Elementary School most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Charlotte Woods Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Charlotte Woods Elementary School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charlotte Woods Elementary 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 Charlotte Woods Elementary School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Charlotte Woods Elementary School is inspected around two times per year on average.

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