Little Bear Day Care
6411 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629
Daycare Above and Under 2 Years ZIP 60629 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 14, 2026
Little Bear Day Care was last inspected on August 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
August 14, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor throughout basement storage area. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least six inches off the floor at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tile and open spots in ceiling in basement. Instructed person in charge to replace all ceiling tile and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
12 inspections on record
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.14 observed improper storage of wet wiping cloths in the ladybug room and infant room. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between usage to prevent contamination of equipment & food.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.16 observed mop stored improperly in a bucket in the mop sink area. Instructed to store properly between usage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed a missing light shield in the mop sink closet area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed handwash sink not maintained in the ladybug room with hot water at improper temperature at 73.8f. Instructed hot water at all hand washing sinks must be at least 100f. Suggested to contact a plumber for service. Plumber arrived on site at approximately 10:15am. Per plumber, at approximately 10:40am, the handwash sink needs a new sensor and unable to correct at the time of inspection. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of wet wiping cloths in the ladybug room and infant room. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between usage to prevent contamination of equipment & food.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed mop stored improperly in a bucket in the mop sink area. Instructed to store properly between usage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on overhead/ceiling vents throughout the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a missing light shield in the mop sink closet area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Childrens napping cots and linens/blankets stored in staff toilet room. Instd to remove from toilet room and store in designated area.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor drain covered with paper and tape in staff toilet room. Instd to remove paper and tape and maintain floor drain accessible
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Light out in furnace room. Instd to replace light and maintain
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License · 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: Observed missing handwashing signage at handwash sink in toddler room. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in furnace/boiler room. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: The can opener in the kitchen with dirt/debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: The base of the 3-compartment sink in the kitchen leaks. Instructed to fix and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found the receptacles in the staff toilet rooms without covers/lids. Instructed to provide receptacles with covers/lids and maintain.
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: Found ceiling tiles in the infant rooms with water stains. Instructed to replace and maintain. -the floor outside the office by the desks broken/damaged. Instructed to fix and maintain floors to be smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
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: No handwashing signage at handsink in prep area. Instd to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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: Observed peeling paint on wall between the mop closet, and the adult restroom, instructed to remove and reseal. Also clean dusty ceiling vents inside kitchen and out side kitchen prep area.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 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: Clean interior of storage cabinet in prep area. Must clean and remove all debris. Clean interior of reach in cooler to remove all debris and remove all ice build up. Must clean and defrost.
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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 in the mop closet in need of cleaning. Clean to remove all debris.
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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: Observed ceiling vents not clean in rear classrooms and kitchen, ceiling light shields not clean, also water damaged ceiling tiles in between the two center classrooms, instructed to clean and replace.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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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: Exterior of toilet room doors not clean. Clean same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Cots/sleeping beds being stored in toilet room. Instd to store in designated area.
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