Nowell Academy

150 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Nowell Academy, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 22, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

When inspectors have written things up, insects, rodents & animals not present has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average is 80, putting Nowell Academy squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. Application provided.

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the hallway near 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

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floor/wall juncture of the column in the kitchen is in poor repair. Inspector observed damages and/or missing coving and the FRP coming off wall.

6-201.13

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.

2-501.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located next to 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.

6-501.111

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the bottom shelf of reach-in refrigerator has an accumulation of food residue and water.

4-601.11(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures at the column base in the do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.

6-501.11

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Utensils were observed in the service area hand-washing sink, wiping cloths were draped over splash guards. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC threw away wiping rags, utensils were brought to kitchen.

6-301.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The reach-in refrigerator in the kitchen was observed leaking liquid from condenser fan, with a pan to catch drips.

4-501.11

Jan 16, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Inspector observed hot rice tightly wrapped with plastic wrap in the reach-in refrigerator. PIC informed.

3-501.15

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A dish scrubber was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

6-301.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Per PIC, dishwasher is non-functional.

4-501.11

Mar 13, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Bean and Corn Salad was observed held at (64) degrees Fahrenheit (food was observed on counter). Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was placed over ice packs during time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Oct 25, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the hall near 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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nowell Academy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nowell Academy on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nowell Academy?

Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nowell Academy.

How does Nowell Academy compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Nowell Academy most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Providence average of 80.

Has Nowell Academy's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nowell Academy 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 Nowell Academy inspected?

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

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