Pass

Thorp Elem/Learn Charter

8914 S Buffalo Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

School ZIP 60617 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of May 1, 2026

Thorp Elem/Learn Charter was last inspected on May 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

May 1, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

35 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:3) observed previous priority foundation violation not corrected from inspection report #2635361 dated 4/21/26; 38 - 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 40 rodent droppings scattered in the storage closets and under shelves in pre-k room 103 and observed about 10 rodent droppings scattered in storage closets in pre-k room 101. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Upon re-inspection still observed about 5 rodent droppings in the storage closet of pre-k room 101 and about 10 rodent droppings in the storage closets of pre-k room 103. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority violation 7-42-090.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 40 rodent droppings scattered in the storage closets and under shelves in pre-k room 103 and observed about 10 rodent droppings scattered in storage closets in pre-k room 101. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  3. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors not rodent-proofed, 1/4" gap at right corner of left door at learn main entrance door, 1/2" gap between double doors near exit #2, 1/4" gap at bottom corners of emergency exit door near room 100. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used as shelving inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink. Observed no running water at left sink in boys lower-level washroom. Observed leaking valve under hand washing sink in first floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacles in second floor staff lounge washroom and lower-level thorp girls washroom. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all girls, women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing last stall door in thorp lower-level girls washroom. Instructed manger to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed opening in ceiling in office, loose baseboards along walls in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace all damaged light shields in prep area and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical9 general Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2615734 on 4-14-24:38- observed over 20 mice droppings scattered on floor inside 4 door closets and storage closet in pre-k classroom 101, over 20 mice droppings scattered on floor and shelves inside closet in pre-k classroom 103, over 20 mice droppings scattered on wooden table under refrigerator, on floor, along walls and corners in pre-k classroom 124, over 30 mice droppings scattered on electrical panels along walls, on carpet, on floor along walls and corners behind all equipment in pre-k classroom 126, over 10 mice droppings scattered on floor in pre-k classroom 129 storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors not rodent-proofed, 1/4" gap at right corner of left door at learn main entrance door, 1/2" gap between double doors near exit #2, 1/4" gap at bottom corners of emergency exit door near room 100. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used as shelving inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink. Observed no running water at left sink in boys lower-level washroom. Observed leaking valve under hand washing sink in first floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacles in second floor staff lounge washroom and lower-level thorp girls washroom. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all girls, women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing last stall door in thorp lower-level girls washroom. Instructed manger to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed opening in ceiling in office, loose baseboards along walls in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in learn and thorp pre-k storage closets. Instructed manager to elevate all stock off floor and away from walls for easy cleaning and pest control.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shield in serving area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical10 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no soap in boys washroom near 172b and girls washoom near 109. Instructed manager to provide soap at all hand washing sinks for proper hand washing. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels in first floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to provide paper towels and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 50 mice droppings scattered on floor inside 4 door closets and storage closet in pre-k classroom 101, over 20 mice droppings scattered on floor and shelves inside closet in pre-k classroom 103, over 30 mice droppings scattered on floor behind file cabinet, along walls and corners in pre-k classroom 124, over 50 mice droppings scattered on floor along walls and corners in pre-k classroom 126, over 20 mice droppings scattered on floor and shelves in pre-k classroom 129 storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following doors not rodent-proofed, 1/4" gap at right corner of left door at learn main entrance door, 1/2" gap between double doors near exit #2, 1/4" gap at bottom corners of emergency exit door near room 100. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used as shelving inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink. Observed no running water at left sink in boys lower-level washroom. Observed leaking valve under hand washing sink in first floor staff washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacles in second floor staff lounge washroom and lower-level thorp girls washroom. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all girls, women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing last stall door in thorp lower-level girls washroom. Instructed manger to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed opening in ceiling in office, loose baseboards along walls in dry food storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in learn pre-k storage closets. Instructed manager to elevate all stock off floor and away from walls for easy cleaning and pest control.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shield in serving area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  7. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not operable in boys, girls and unisex washrooms. Water must run continiously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2591426 on 3-21-24, report #2591010 on 3-14-24:60-previous core violations not corrected from report #2573938 on 4-10-23: 38-must repair or replace torn screen on door in kitchen .47-must repair or replace worn door gaskets on both 3- door reach in coolers in lunchroom.48-observed no drainboard at 3- compartment sink must provide and maintain. 55-must repair or replace in kitchen-damaged floor tiles.lunchroom-floor tiles.learn pre-k 101-ceiling in poor repair.thorp pre-k 129- damaged floor tiles.pre-k 126-damaged floor tiles, walls and ceiling, pre-k 124-damaged ceiling.must remove rust from walk in cooler floor. Priority 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of fire exit doors near auditorium and exit doors near room 145 in a building. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at right sinks in thorp second floor boys washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling leak in kitchen and kitchen office area. Observed water damage and peeling paint on ceiling in kitchen office and thorp second floor hallway. Observed mold-like substance on walls and missing baseboards in dry storage area. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    3 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand washing sinks in learn pre-k 101 washroom (75.3f), learn pre-k 103 washroom (75.7f), thorp 127 washroom (77.5f), thorp pre-k 129 washroom (82.5f), thorp main office washroom (75.4f) instructed manager to provide at least 100f water at all hand washing sinks. Priority 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not operable in boys, girls and unisex washrooms. Water must run continiously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2591010 on3-14-24:60-previous core violations not corrected from report #2573938 on 4-10-23: 38-must repair or replace torn screen on door in kitchen .47-must repair or replace worn door gaskets on both 3- door reach in coolers in lunchroom.48-observed no drainboard at 3- compartment sink must provide and maintain. 55-must repair or replace in kitchen-damaged floor tiles.lunchroom-floor tiles.learn pre-k 101-ceiling in poor repair.pre-k 103-ceiling in poor repair.thorp pre-k 129- damaged floor tiles.pre-k 126-damaged floor tiles, walls and ceiling.pre-k 124- damaged ceiling.must remove rust from walk in cooler floor. Priority 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of fire exit doors near auditorium and exit doors near room 145 in a building. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at right sinks in thorp second floor boys washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling leak in kitchen and kitchen office area. Observed water damage and peeling paint on ceiling in kitchen office and thorp second floor hallway. Observed mold-like substance on walls and missing baseboards in dry storage area. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand washing sinks in learn pre-k 101 washroom (75.3f), learn pre-k 103 washroom (75.7f), thorp first floor boys washroom (85.2f), first floor girls washroom (86.7f), thorp 127 washroom (77.5f), tohorp pre-k 129 washroom (76.5f), thorp second floor girls washroom (69.8f), thorp main office washroom (73.1f), a building first floor unisex washroom(78.9f), a building third floor unisex washroom (78.8f). Instructed manager to provide at least 100f water at all hand washing sinks. Priority 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hot water above maximum of 120f at hand washing sinks in learn first floor girls washroom (122.1f), first floor boys washoom (121.5f), second floor girls washroom (121.2f). Instructed manager to maintain hot water at 100-120f at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not operable in boys, girls and unisex washrooms. Water must run continiously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of fire exit doors near auditorium and exit doors near room 145 in a building. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles stored on floor in dry storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all single service articles six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at right sinks in thorp second floor boys washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in thorp and a building unisex washrooms. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling leak in kitchen and kitchen office area. Observed water damage and peeling paint on ceiling in kitchen office and thorp second floor hallway. Observed mold-like substance on walls and missing baseboards in dry storage area. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2573938 on 4-10-23: 38-must repair or replace torn screen on door in kitchen .47-must repair or replace worn door gaskets on both 3- door reach in coolers in lunchroom.48-observed no drainboard at 3- compartment sink must provide and maintain. 55-must repair or replace in kitchen-damaged floor tiles.lunchroom-floor tiles.learn pre-k 101-ceiling in poor repair.pre-k 103-ceiling in poor repair.thorp pre-k 129- damaged floor tiles.pre-k 126-damaged floor tiles, walls and ceiling.pre-k 124- damaged ceiling.must remove rust from walk in cooler floor.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  10. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN SCREEN ON DOOR IN KITCHEN .

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS IN LUNCHROOM.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELF OF HOT HOLDING UNIT IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IN KITCHEN-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.LUNCH ROOM-FLOOR TILES.LEARN PRE-K 101-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.PRE-K 103-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.THORP PRE-K 129- DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.PRE-K 126-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES,WALLS AND CEILING.PRE-K 124- DAMAGED CEILING.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM CEILING IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ON KITCHEN SERVING LINE AND BURNTOUT LIGHTS.LUNCH ROOM & DRYFOOD STORAGE AREA-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS.LEARN PRE-K 103-MISSING LIGHT SHIELD.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  11. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical10 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Still observed evidence of appx. 100 or more mice droppings scattered on floor in learn pre-k 101-walk in closet & wall closets,on floor next to table.pre-k 103-in walk in closet floor & shelving units and wall closet..thorp pre-k 126-on floor next to file cabinet,book shelf and refrigerator on rolling cart.must remove droppings clean and sanitize area. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 3/30/23.(priority 7-42-090)

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN SCREEN ON DOOR IN KITCHEN .

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS IN LUNCHROOM.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELF OF HOT HOLDING UNIT IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL PREP-K ROOM CLOSETS AND ROOMS.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM CEILING IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IN KITCHEN-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.LUNCH ROOM-FLOOR TILES.LEARN PRE-K 101-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.PRE-K 103-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.THORP PRE-K 129- DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.PRE-K 126-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES,WALLS AND CEILING.PRE-K 124- DAMAGED CEILING.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE OVEN IF 75KW'S OR MORE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ON KITCHEN SERVING LINE AND BURNTOUT LIGHTS.LUNCH ROOM & DRYFOOD STORAGE AREA-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS.LEARN PRE-K 103-MISSING LIGHT SHIELD.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  12. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical11 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK ON SERVING LINE IN LUNCHROOM.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER ,SOAP AND TOWELS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN LEARN PRE-K 101-WALK IN CLOSET & WALL CLOSETS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO TABLE.PRE-K 103-IN WALK IN CLOSET FLOOR & SHELVING UNITS AND WALL CLOSET..THORP PRE-K 126-ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET,BOOK SHELF AND REFRIGERATOR ON ROLLING CART.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/23/23.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN SCREEN ON DOOR IN KITCHEN .

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS IN LUNCHROOM.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELF OF HOT HOLDING UNIT IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IN KITCHEN-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.LUNCH ROOM-FLOOR TILES.LEARN PRE-K 101-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.PRE-K 103-CEILING IN POOR REPAIR.THORP PRE-K 129- DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.PRE-K 126-DAMAGED FLOOR TILES,WALLS AND CEILING.PRE-K 124- DAMAGED CEILING.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM CEILING IN KITCHEN.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL PREP-K ROOM CLOSETS AND ROOMS.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE OVEN IF 75KW'S OR MORE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ON KITCHEN SERVING LINE AND BURNTOUT LIGHTS.LUNCH ROOM & DRYFOOD STORAGE AREA-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS.LEARN PRE-K 103-MISSING LIGHT SHIELD.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty .must be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  13. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical13 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sink on serving line in lunchroom.must install a hand sink with hot & cold running water ,soap and towels.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer for hot holding cabinet must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers (squeeze bottles)when food is not in original package

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 100 or more mice droppings scattered on floor in learn pre-k 101-walk in closet & wall closets,on floor next to table.pre-k 103-in walk in closet floor & shelving units and wall closet..thorp pre-k 126-on floor next to file cabinet,book shelf and refrigerator on rolling cart.must remove droppings clean and sanitize area. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 3/23/23.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace torn screen on door in kitchen .

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gaskets on both 3- door reach in coolers in lunchroom.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no drainboard at 3- compartment sink must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from lower shelf of hot holding unit in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hot running water temperatures at hand sinks in kitchen at 54.3f and kitchen staff toilet room at 62.4f.thorp (b-building)1st fl. (g)83.4f and (b)52.4f-86.2f.2nd fl. (g)49.8f and (b)70.5f-86.7f.thorp pre-k 127-toilet room 67.3f.pre-k 129-65.5f.must have hot running water at 100.0f.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace in kitchen-damaged floor tiles.lunch room-floor tiles.learn pre-k 101-ceiling in poor repair.pre-k 103-ceiling in poor repair.thorp pre-k 129- damaged floor tiles.pre-k 126-damaged floor tiles,walls and ceiling.pre-k 124- damaged ceiling.must remove rust from walk in cooler floor.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean food splatter from ceiling in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove or organize articles off of floor and away from walls in all prep-k room closets and rooms.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above oven if 75kw's or more must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace cracked light shield on kitchen serving line and burntout lights.lunch room & dryfood storage area-cracked light shields.learn pre-k 103-missing light shield.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing food handlers training for employee must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the employee's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  16. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility with use a bodily fluid spill kit for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events without proper sanitizer to disinfect norovirus. Instructed facility to obtain a clean-up procedure and appropriate supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur within the school. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle (waste can) for sanitary napkins in unisex employee washroom located off the kitchen prep area. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on the ceiling above the toilet in the employee washroom located near the kitchen prep area. Instructed to resurface and repaint chipped areas to ensure walls are sealed, smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted unfinished concrete floors in the storage room and connecting walkway leading into the employee washroom near the kitchen prep area. Floors shall be finished and sealed to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  17. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand washing sink located at the serving line in the lunchroom. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed accumulated dirt debris located on the floors thru out the food prep area, around and under all equipment and in the dry storage area under all shelves. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint in the following areas: on the ceiling of the kitchen staff washroom, on the ceiling of the boys washroom on the first floor on the learn charter side and on the ceiling in the hallway on the second floor near the stairs closest to the girls washroom on the thorp side; must remove all peeling paint and repaint where needed. Found toilet paper on the ceiling of the girls washroom on the second floor on the learn charter side; remove paper from ceiling. Seal area around the back of the hand sink in the classroom washroom (learn charter) in room 101 where detached from the wall.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: In the kitchen water seeps out of the sanitizing compartment of the three comp sink from the drain; must correct so that water stays in the sink as needed. Found no running water at the hand sink in the kindergarten classroom washroom (learn charter room 101); must provide. Students are using a washroom accessible outside of the classroom.

  19. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  20. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed the outside garbage dumpster overflowing preventing lid closure and observed trash on ground surrounding dumpster,this is a food source for rodents and other pest,serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors inside storage area,along wall base and corners,instructed to clean and maintain area

  21. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  22. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Noted the ceiling in the prep area and in the employee's toilet room with peeling paint. Noted the girls toilet room on thorp side with peeling paint and dirty wall and on the learn school side the girls ceiling was dirty. Must clean and remove peeling paint and repaint and maintain where needed.

  23. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Noted outside dumsters not rodent proof/in poor repair (broken & missing lids). Must repair and maintain with lids to prevent rodent entry. Serious violation #7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: Observed the hand sinks in the pre-k class room 129 in poor repair (broken handles). Must repair and maintain. Serious violation #7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Noted the ceiling in the prep area with peeling paint. Noted the girls toilet room on thorp side with peeling paint and dirty wall and on the learn school side the girls ceiling was dirty. Must clean and remove peeling paint and repaint where needed.

  24. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Temperature take of mil;k sitting out on a cart in the prep area was found at improper temperature of 53.4f,total weight 3lbs total cost $25.00,the food product was denatured and destroyed during inspection,critical violation 7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: The outside garbage area is not maintain properly,trash and debris found all over the ground inside the corale,instructed to clean area,serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning throughout the students dinning area and in the storages rooms and the prep area,along wall base and corners also clean the floors in the boys washroom of trash on floor

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean the light shield covers of dust build-up in the prep area and clean the walls in the student dinning area near serving line area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove clitter from the rear storage area,to prvent rodent harborage

  25. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Paint rusty exterior of grease trap in kitchen. Paint rusty shelves and cabinet interiors underneath 1 comp. Sinks in room 101 and room 103.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: CLEAN THE INTERIORS OF MICROWAVE AND REFRIGERATOR AND SHELVES IN ROOM 129(PRE-K), AND REFRIGERATOR AND MICROWAVE IN TEACHER'S LOUNGE 2ND FLOOR(THORP).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Large puddles of water observed on floors in boiler room ,areas must be kept dry to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Walls and ceiling in student dining room need cleaning and painting. Walls cracking in room 129, need repairing re-painting. Walls and ceiling in boy's washroom 2nd floor(thorp) need cleaning and /or painting

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Articles and items in storage areas in rooms 101(closets locked),103 and 129 must be stored elevated 6 inches off floors leaving areas accessible for cleaning and servicing by pest control.

  26. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Outer openings not protected, all 3 exit double doors off auditorium found with gaps at lower centers greater than 1/4 inches - must repair making them tight-fitting to prevent rodent entry. Mice droppings found in the following areas: 15 on floor in kitchen storage room, 15 on floor inside kitchen washroom, 15 on floor in storage room 001 off student dining room, 50 on floor in closet , on shelf undeneath 1 comp. Sink and scattered along the bases of the walls underneath the windows in room 103(learn charter ), 15 on floor underneath windows by post in room 101(learn charter), 13 droppings found on floor by red chair and in mock fire place on floor in same area in room 129(pre-k). Must clean and sanitize all afected areas, seal up all openings found in floors, walls, ceilings ,and make sure all doors throughout are tight-fitting to prevent rodent entry. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not properly maintained. Trash and debris found all over the ground inside garbage corale, overflowing trash with lids open, and some lids also in poor repair(not tight-fitting, bent and torn). Must keep grounds inside corale clean, keep lids closed on all dumpsters and have lids or dumpsters that are not in good repair replaced by company. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles

      Inspector’s note: Must replace all missing/broken soap dispensers in student washrooms and provide soap in all student washrooms throughout all 3 buildings. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Paint rusty exterior of grease trap in kitchen. Paint rusty shelves and cabinet interiors underneath 1 comp. Sinks in room 101 and room 103.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interiors of microwave and refrigerator and shelves in room 129(pre-k), and refrigerator and microwave in teacher's lounge 2nd floor(thorp).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors throughut dining room and all rooms connected to kitchen area need detail cleaning along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(food, debris still on floors after cleaned). Large puddles of water observed on floors in boiler room ,areas must be kept dry to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Walls and ceiling in student dining room need cleaning and painting. Walls cracking in room 129, need repairing re-painting. Walls and ceiling in boy's washroom 2nd floor(thorp) need cleaning and /or painting.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All articles and items in storage areas in rooms 101(closets locked),103 and 129 must be stored elevated 6 inches off floors leaving areas accessible for cleaning and servicing by pest control.

  27. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Leaky water pipes in boiler room.must repair

  28. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of improper pest control,mice droppings on premises .pre-k room thorpe side of building-room 129,11 mice droppings on sides of cubbies in washroom.in class rooms where students eat in room:learn side of building-room 103 inside teachers closet found more than 30 mice droppings on floors around clutter and on storage shelves.in room-101 found over 60 mice droppings around excessive clutter all over floors and over 40 droppings on teachers storage shelves on top of napkins,plastic plates,etc.teachers lounge -7 droppings on top of radiator.6-droppings on floors in teachers closet.must also clean floors in storage closets in room -104 and 107.must clean and sanitize all affected areas.the following doors not rodent proofed areas 1/4 inch:entry door near gym,and 3 entry doors in auditorium.must contact pest co for service serious citation issued

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors in book room 288/thorp side of building,jainitor closets not maintained/cleaned.must clean/maintained.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Openings in wall by storage shelves teacher closet room-101.must seal

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Leaky water pipes in boiler room.must repair

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Excessive cluter ,unable to see all floors areas in teachers closet in room 100,101,103,gym storage/supply closet.also janitor closet cluttered-rm 222..must remove clutter and organize all storage.also must properly store cleaning equipment (mops,dust pans) after use.

  29. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  30. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow

      Inspector’s note: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.VIOLATION STILL EXITS,3-COMP SINK/GREASE TRAP IN POOR REPAIR. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.NO COLD WATER AT EMPLOYEE HAND SINK TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.

  31. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow

      Inspector’s note: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.3COMP SINK/GREASE TRAP IN POOR REPAIR.OBSERVED WHEN WATER IS RELEASE FROM 3- COMP SINK GREASE TRAP LEAK WASTE WATER ON TO FLOORS,UNABLE TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE AT 3-COMP SINK. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.EMPOLYEE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED. NO COLD WATER AT EMPLOYEE/FOOD STAFF HAND SINK TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS.CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED

  32. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.OBSERVED IN CLASS ROOM 129 HEAD START FREEZER NEEDS DEFROSTING AND COOLER NEEDS CLEANING. IN BASEMENT LUNCHROOM CLEAN FAN GUARD COVER IN JUICE COOLER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REMOVE STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT RESTROOMS OLD BUILDING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OBSERVED PEELING PAINT IN ROOM 129 RESTROOM AREA HEAD START, AND IN MAIN LUNCH ROOM OVER DISH MACHINE INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN MAIN KITCHEN, AND 2 LIGHTS OUT IN ROOM 129 HEAD START, AND MAIN KITCHEN 1 COOLER LIGHT OUT IN JUICE COOLER. NEED TO REPAIR

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.EMPLOYEES RESTROOM DOOR OFF LINE CAN'T CLOSE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO DOOR CAN BE SELF CLOSING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.3 COMP SINK NOZZEL LEAKING AT THE NECK WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MILK COOLER 3 DOOR NEEDS NEW THERMOMETER

  33. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSR IN POOR REPAIR IN PREP.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST SEAL OPENING/GAP IN FLOOR IN PRE-K TEACHERS STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.

  34. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAN COVERS IN REACH-IN COOLERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER DISHMACHINE, UNDER/AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT ABOVE 3-COMP. SINK, IN HALLWAY OUTSIDE CAFETERIA, IN DINING AREA, AND IN GIRLS 1ST FL TOILET ROOM. MUST PAINT SAME SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.