Pass

Joyful Noise Christian Daycare

4243 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639

Children's Services Facility ZIP 60639 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of May 26, 2026

Joyful Noise Christian Daycare was last inspected on May 26, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

May 26, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 critical1 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed broken soap dispenser at handsink in kitchen. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralFood handling

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed no splashguard between exposed hand sink and rack with plates in kitchen. Must install a washable splashguard.

    Official wording (code 39)

    Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspection history

15 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed food storage containers with no label in the refrigerator in the kitchen area. Instructed to label.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.16 observed improper storage of mop in utility closet. Instructed to store properly between usage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed dust/rust/dirt debris at ceiling tiles where ceiling tiles meet the top of the wall area in the bouncing bunnies classroom. Instructed to clean/repaint and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed missing/no lightbulb cover in the utility closet and visitor washroom along with overhead lightbulbs out in the caterpillar classroom. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed missing/no lightbulb cover in the utility closet and visitor washroom along with overhead lightbulbs out in the caterpillar classroom. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Fail

    License · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of hot water at 76.5f at the handwashing sink at the butterfly classroom. Instructed hot water at all hand washing sinks must be at least 100f. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      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: Observed food storage containers with no label in the refrigerator in the kitchen area. Instructed to label.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of mop in utility closet. Instructed to store properly between usage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust/rust/dirt debris at ceiling tiles where ceiling tiles meet the top of the wall area in the bouncing bunnies classroom. Instructed to clean/repaint and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing/no lightbulb cover in the utility closet and visitor washroom along with overhead lightbulbs out in the caterpillar classroom. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty vent in the employee washroom, visitor washroom and the bouncing bunnies clasroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage at hand washing sinks in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      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 hot running water at handwashing sink in front of kid's washroom at time of inspection. Temperature of water was 74.5f at the time of inspection. Instructed to have hot and cold running water at a minimum temperature of 100f at all hand wash sinks.hot water was restored to 100.3f priority violation 7-38-030(c)citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside of visitors toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop head not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water throughout establishment. Instructed to provide hot water at all hand sinks at a temperature of 100.0f or above through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Instructed to provide hot water at 3-compartment sink at a temperature of 110.0f or above. Observed hot water at all sinks ranging from 64f-70.0f throughout facility. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Plumber arrived on site and adjusted temperature at water heater tank. Hot water restored.

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

  5. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  6. No Entry

    License · No Entry

    No violations

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site but has in-complete clean-up items as outlined in policy. Instructed to provide and maintain appropriate supplies or kit. (necessary items at a minimum: gloves, face masks, disposable mops and appropriate sanitizer that kills norovirus).priority foundation violation 7-38-005,no citation issued. -

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean electrical closet adjacent to food prep area and utility mop sink closet showed manager and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage and elevate stored items at least 6" inches off the floor for easier cleaning and to maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found dirty floors under and around the washing machines showed manager.must clean floors in detail and to maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace burnt-out light bulbs in the food prep area and maintain adequate lighting at all times.

      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 valid city of chicago sanitation certificate posted to view. Person in charge presented a xerox copy of mentioned certificate at this time.the person in charge must have an original and valid city of chicago sanitation certificate and have posted as required.must provide and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-012,citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  8. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site. 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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a 1/4" gap along the bottom/sides of the front entrance door and the rear 2nd floor door. Must provide a tight fitting seal at all entryways to prevent the entry of pests.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cork tiles used for the ceiling of the food prep area. Must remove and provide ceiling tiles that are a nonporous, noncorrosive, smooth, easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the toilet rooms exhaust ventilations. Must detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  9. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n): no employee health policy on site. 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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11: no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • 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 at time of inspection. Approx 100 rodent droppings were identified in the following areas: behind/under the kitchen equipment, in the kitchen cabinets, on the floor along all wall bases throughout both levels, on the floor of the utility closet, on the floor in the toilet rooms,in the toilet room cabinets. Must remove all droppings, detail clean, disinfect, and maintain all areas. Recommended to contact pest control provider for further instruction. Priority foundation violation#:7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      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: 6-202.15: observed a 1/4" gap along the bottom/sides of the front entrance door and the rear 2nd floor door. Must provide a tight fitting seal at all entryways to prevent the entry of pests.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.14: observed a carpet rug on the floor of the food prep area in front of the 3 compartment sink. Must remove, and provide a floor mat that is a nonabsorbent, noncorrosive, smooth, easily cleanable material.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11: observed cork tiles used for the ceiling of the food prep area. Must remove and provide ceiling tiles that are a nonporous, noncorrosive, smooth, easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the toilet rooms exhaust ventilations. Must detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food and debris on grease trap lid, next to 3 compartment sink, instructed manager to detail clean and to ensure that surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cracked floor tile, underneath three-compartment sink on left side and directly in front of sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain and to ensure surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed burned out light, in visitors bathroom on 1st floor. Instructed manager to replace and maintained at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of utility sink with loose sealant and in pool repair. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times. Observed toilet in second floor women's restroom, not flushing. Second floor is not in use. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

  11. Pass

    License · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusty grease trap lid rusty next to 3 compartment sink, instructed to remove the rust.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · 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: Observed ceiling vent in childrens restroom, and classroom not clean, instructed to clean.

  13. Pass

    License · Pass

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

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Found food containers not stored properly on shelving units.(must store inverted)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found lights not shielded at main kitchen.(1st floor)

  14. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Must seal gap between floor and wall base under 3- comp sink.must repair or replace cracked floor tiles in 1st fl. Kitchen and infants room,loose trim on stair leading to 2nd fl.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace loose and missing wall bases in in butterflies,explorer,busy bee,infants & hole in ceing in butterflies and stained ceiling tiles in 1st fl. Kitchen and bouncing bunnies.must scrape and paint peeling paint on walls in butterflies,explorer,bouncing bunnies,busy bee.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide light shield in 1st fl. Kitchen.and replace burnt out light in butterflies.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must recaulk hand sink in 2nd fl. Boy's toilet room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,organize or remove articles off of floor and away from walls in 1st & 2nd fl. Mop sink closets,2nd fl.storage room and classroom.

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