Centers for New Horizons
4301 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Daycare Above and Under 2 Years ZIP 60653 Risk 1 (High)
Failed · as of Feb 20, 2026
Centers for New Horizons was last inspected on February 20, 2026 with a result of “Fail”. Inspectors found 1 violation, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
February 20, 2026 · License
Result: Fail
1 critical-
CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Premises has no hot running water at the hand sinks, 3 comp sink and mop sink. Must provide and maintain as required. Priority violation #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspection history
15 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Premises has no hot running water at the hand sinks, 3 comp sink and mop sink. Must provide and maintain as required. Priority violation #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain the inside of the coolers and freezers. Also clean the inside of all cabinets to remove debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain the floors and walls in the kitchen. Also clean floor drains.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: The hot water faucet knob at the first handsink in the water indigo classroom washroom did not stay on the required 15 seconds; instructed to adjust the faucet knob. The cold water faucet knob at the first handsink in the cherrywood classroom washroom did not stay on the required 15 seconds; instructed to adjust the faucet knob.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: The cold water faucet knob at the first sink in the sagewood classroom washroom is in poor repair; repair or replace knob.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the wall under the three comps sink in need of cleaning; instructed to clean the wall under the sink. Observed dust on the ceiling vent in the kitchen over the three comp sink; instructed to clean vent to remove dust.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 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: The hot water faucet knob at the first handsink in the water indigo classroom washroom did not stay on the required 15 seconds; instructed to adjust the faucet knob.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: The hot water faucet handle at the first faucet of the three comp sink in the kitchen is stripped; instructed to replace handle. (the sink can be filled as required for wash rinse and sanitizing, there are two faucets at the sink) observed the cold water knob at the first sink in the sagewood classroom washroom not working; must repair or replace knob. (two sinks located in the washroom).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
License · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Found one handsink in the washroom area of classroom 217 (honeybells) leaking at the bottom area; instructed to correct. (two sinks located in this washroom).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust on the ceiling tiles and vents in the kitchen; instructed to clean to remove dust.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: The vents in the hooded system above the cooking equipment need cleaning; instructed to clean vents.
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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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the floor by the stove in the kitchen and under storage shelves in the kitchen pantry. Clean around ceiling vents in the kitchen to remove light dust observed.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the vents in the hooded system above the stove to remove light dust observed.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general 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 policy in place for employee health. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: The floors in the electrical room, in the corners, under/around the heavy equipment in the food prep area with dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain. -must clean dusty ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Light shield in prep area not attached. Instructed to attach and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical3 general 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 policy in place for employee health. 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: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrhea events. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Must provide refrigeration thermometers where missing in classroom refrigerators.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean floor under shelving in dry food storage area and in utility closets.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Replace missing ceiling panel at ceiling in food prep area or provide light shield for bulbs of same area.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
2 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: Observe low water pressure for hot water at the counter 1 compartment sink in Sunbird room. Observed timer not properly set on metered faucet on kids hand sink on left. Faucet runs for approximately 6 seconds. Faucet must run continuously for minimum of 15 seconds to allow for proper hand washing. Must repair and maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored directly on floor in storage room on 2nd floor. Must elevate all items at least 6 inches from the floor. Must maintain same.
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed appx 50lbs of chicken at improper temperatures ranging from 105.8F-116.9F, in the hot holding unit. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 140F or higher or 40F or less at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from report: 2088423, dated 9/19/17. Must correct the following previously issued minor violations: #30 LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS UNDER PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN. #34 REMOVE PEELING PAINT, SEAL AND REPAINT FLOOR IN KITCHEN. FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN. #35 REPAIR DAMAGED DOOR SWEEP ON EXIT DOOR NEAR KITCHEN. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARD ALONG WALL NEAR WHITE EXPOSED SINK IN RIVER INDIGO CLASSROOM. #38 REPAIR HOT WATER TIMED FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK IN WATER INDIGO ROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. #41 ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. REMOVE ALL ITEMS IN FRONT OF UTILITY SINK IN STORAGE AREA NEAR KITCHEN. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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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: Observed large gap with debris around lid of floor grease trap. Must clean, sanitize, and reseal floor grease trap door to make smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observe low water pressure for hot water at the counter 1 compartment sink in Sunbird room. Observed timer not properly set on metered faucet on kids hand sink on left. Faucet runs for approximately 6 seconds. Faucet must run continuously for minimum of 15 seconds to allow for proper hand washing. Must repair and maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored directly on floor in storage room on 2nd floor. Must elevate all items at least 6 inches from the floor. Must maintain same.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Label all bulk containers under prep table in kitchen.
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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 under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep area, storage areas, utility room, water meter room, pump room and electrical room. Remove peeling paint, seal and repaint floor in kitchen. Floor must be smooth and easily cleanable. Clean all floor drains in kitchen.
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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: Repair damaged door sweep on exit door near kitchen. Clean and ceiling tiles and ceiling vents in kitchen. Seal loose baseboard along wall near white exposed sink in river indigo classroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair hot water timed faucet on exposed sink in water indigo room. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize all storage areas to prevent pest harborage. Remove all items in front of utility sink in storage area near kitchen. Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.
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Pass
License · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the two rubber gaskets of the two door refrigeration unit in the kitchen in poor repair; must repair or replace the rubber gaskets.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Detail clean student storage cubbies as needed throughout classrooms. Upgrade general housekeeping in the classrooms.
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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: Detail clean floors in the kitchen as needed.
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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: Some areas of the floor in the kitchen has peeling paint; must repaint floor or seal to make floor smooth and easily cleanable.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair the leaky overhead back flow device at the 2nd floor mop sink. Noted the white wash bowl in the kijane classroom with no hot running water. Must restore hot water.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Detail clean student storage cubbies as needed throughout classrooms. Upgrade general housekeeping in the classrooms.
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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: Detail clean floors in the kitchen as needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair the leaky overhead back flow device at the 2nd floor mop sink. Noted the white wash bowl in the kijane classroom with no hot running water. Must restore hot water.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 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: Ventilation hood above cooking area not venting, instructed to repair.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Employees personal food items stored with children's food in double door cooler, instructed to separate.
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Pass
License · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair/replace loose rubber gaskets at two door refrigeration unit in kitchen to avoid escaping air from unit. (unit holding at proper temperature at this time).
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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: Some peeling and worn paint on floor of pump room and in kitchen; remove and repaint. Clean floor in corner areas of kitchen. Clean floor in 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: Clean vents over stove under hood.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize storage closets on second and first floor; elevate items from floor. Hang all mops on rack provided on wall of utility closet.
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