Paulo Freire Center
1653 W 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60609
Daycare Above and Under 2 Years ZIP 60609 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Apr 23, 2026
Paulo Freire Center was last inspected on April 23, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
April 23, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Employees personal clothing hung on food shelves, instructed to separate.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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Pass
License · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4in gap under exterior door near kitchen. Observed gap between front entrance doors. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain door tight fitting at all times.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tile in 2nd floor men's restroom. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed mechanical ventilation not working in 2nd floor men's room. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the mini refrigerator in classroom #2. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to properly monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed burnt-out light bulbs in the upstairs men and women employee toilet rooms. Instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hot running water at handwash sinks in rooms 105 and 106, ( temperature at 45.0f) instructed manager to provide hot water at 100f at all handwashing sinks. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs food not meeting required temperature of 135f degrees or above in the designated hot-holding unit: cooked broccoli 118.5f and ravioli 118.7f voluntarily disposed of 10 lbs of meals worth $50.00 process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Premises using igloo coolers as hot holding equipment. Stove on site is inoperable. Instructed to repair stove for proper hot holding equipment and to maintain hot foods at 135f or above at all times. Citation issued priority 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive debris and dust in utility and electrical rooms(1st floor) on floors along wall edges, and in corners. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found handwashing sinks water temperature ranging from 55 f - 85 f( located in class rooms1-3 and washroom) . Must provide hot water temperatures of 100 f at all times at all handwashing sinks. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacles in ladies washroom.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean floor under storage shelving area outside of kitchen at rear.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cubbies not clean of debris in classrooms #10, and # 11. Instructed to clean/maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed lid of garbage receptacle in poor repair. Damage lid. Must repalce.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors not clean of debris under sink cabinets and teachers closets in all classrooms. Instructed to clean/maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no written vomit and diarrhea clean up policy on site. Instructed must provide written procedure for the clean up of vomit and diarrhea events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hot water not working on the washbowl sink on the right in the toddler restroom in room #3. Must restore hot water (metered/tempered water) to provide at least 100F. Must maintain same.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not clean and maintained, dumpster overflowing with trash, dumpsters not covered and lids not tight-fitting. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside garbage area. All garbage shall be stored in dumpsters with tight-fitting lids and shall be kept covered except when opened for the disposal or removal of garbage. Serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, electrical, and utiltiy areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean light shields and ceiling tiles in prep area(dead insects, dust buildup). Replace damaged light switch cover on wall in second floor utility closet.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Provide hot water at south sink in washroom in room #2 and left sink in washroom in room #12. Provide running water at hand sink in room #3. Tighten loose faucet on sinks in classroom and washroom in room #3 and left sink in washroom in room #7. Additional hand sinks available in classroom and washroom areas for proper hand washing.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all single service articles off floor near utility sink in prep area. Organize all closets in classroom, multi-purpose room, and second floor storage areas. Elevate all stock off floor and away from walls for proper cleaning and pest control.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floor under storage shelving in dry food storage area of kitchen. Also clean floors in classroom storage closets.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Replace water damaged ceiling tiles at ceiling of classrooms #3,#7 and #12. Also in womens 2nd floor restroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter and unnecessary articles in 2nd fl storage area, organize and maintain to prevent pest harborage.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning around the dish washing machine and the washer & dry machine to remove debris and dust.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: MUST CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE WASHER & DRYER IN THE REAR OF THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST. ALSO CLEAN THE VENT INSIDE THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ON THE 2nd FLOOR.
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Mechanical ventilation needed in both washrooms. Must install and maintain at all times.
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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.