Excel Academy Rhode Island

622 Woonasquatucket Ave, North Providence, RI 02911

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Excel Academy Rhode Island, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near one.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average North Providence restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 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. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Application was printed at the time of inspection.

2-102.12(A)

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food label missing or inaccurate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Thawed waffles, which stated keep frozen, were observed stored in the milk cooler. PIC discarded waffles.

3-602.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A open container of carrots were observed stored at the 3 bay sink. PIC removed carrots.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris: -hotel pans, -shelf under steam table.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors behind equipment and window ledges have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 4, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 2, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: The hand washing sink in the toilet room used by food employees is lacking proper signage. Every hand washing sink used by food employees must have a sign or poster reminding food employees to wash their hands.

6-301.14

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Box of individually packaged grahams were observed stored on the floor in the office. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in areas of the establishment. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-305.11

May 1, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Excel Academy Rhode Island last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Excel Academy Rhode Island on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Excel Academy Rhode Island?

Across the inspection record, contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Excel Academy Rhode Island.

How does Excel Academy Rhode Island compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

Excel Academy Rhode Island most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the North Providence average of 81.

Has Excel Academy Rhode Island's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Excel Academy Rhode Island have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around one per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Excel Academy Rhode Island 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 Excel Academy Rhode Island inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Excel Academy Rhode Island is inspected around two times per year on average.

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