Learn Together Grow Together Child Development Cen
1455 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60636
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60636 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Sep 22, 2025
Learn Together Grow Together Child Development Cen was last inspected on September 22, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
September 22, 2025 · License
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
22 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
6 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: 6-202.15 : observed a gap in left corner of infants exit door must make door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves in kitchen.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean dust build up from shelving units in preschool room.
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: : 6-201.13 : must repair or replace pre-school- damaged wall base trim.toddlers-damaged and loose floor trim around floor tiles .infants room-damaged floor tile near rear door and water damaged walls.
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: : 6-201.11 : must clean debris build up on walls in pre-school & toddlers room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 4-202.18 : must replace missing filters at hood of cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical6 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 hot running water temperature at hand sinks in pre-school room-90.3f.infants room-89.6f.kids toilet room hand sinks -79.9f,85.8f,78.8f.staff toilet room-91.4f. Must have hot running water at 100.0f must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed a gap in left corner of infants exit door must make door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves in kitchen.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from shelving units in preschool room.
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 repair or replace pre-school stained ceiling tiles & damaged wall base trim.toddlers-damaged and loose floor trim around floor tiles & stained ceiling tiles.infants room-damaged floor tile near rear door,stained ceiling tiles and water damaged walls.
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: Must clean debris build up on walls in pre-school & toddlers room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace missing filters at hood of cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor throughout classrooms of facility. Instructed person in charge to remove items from floor and organize to prevent the harborage of pest.
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 debris and grime in corners throughout classrooms of facility and in utility closet. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
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 approximately 40 mouse dropping scattered throughout classrooms of facility:behind shelving, along floors,baseboards and corners, behind cleaning supples in utility closet.instructed person in charge to remove all dropping, sanitize areas and inform pest control serivce. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
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 items stored on floor throughout classrooms of facility. Instructed person in charge to remove items from floor and organize to prevent the harborage of pest.
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 debris and grime in corners throughout classrooms of facility and in utility closet. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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No Entry
Canvass · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed filters on ventilation hood in need of cleaning. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
License · 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: Observed no hot water throughout the facility. Various temperatures were taken at the kitchen handsink, 3 compartment sink, toilet room handsinks and class room handsinks ranging from 62.2f to 73.4f. Instructed manager that water must be maintained at a minimum of 100f. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in utility closet next to staff toilet room. Instructed manager that all items must be elevated at least 6"inches off floor. Employee removed items off floor at time of inspection.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed filters on ventilation hood in need of cleaning. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical5 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 no handwashing signage at handsink in kitchen. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hot water at handsink in infant room 77.5f and hot water at hanksink in toilet room next to infant room 80.2f. Instructed manager that hot water must be maintained at 100.f at all handsinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed exit door in kitchen no completely rodent proofed. Instructed manager to seal 1/4" or more gap at bottom to prevent entry of pests.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed dead insects on floor near the handsink in infant room. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize and maintain. Dead insects removed during inspection.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of beverage refrigerator in toddler room with crumbs and liquid spillage. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leak at bottom of larger handsink in toddler room. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
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 items stored on floor in utility closet. Instructed manager to elevate items six inches off floor to prevent pest harborage and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Closed
Canvass · Out of Business
The inspector found this business closed.
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
2 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: Observed items stored on the floor in the utility closet. Instructed to properly store 6 inches or more off the floor and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the staff toilet room receptacle uncovered. Instructed to cover and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Conditional
Canvass · 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: No employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed faucet on the 3 compartment sink leaking. Instructed to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on the ground surrounding the outdoor receptacle. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Closed
Canvass · Out of Business
The inspector found this business closed.
No violations
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed exposed handsink in infant area not accessible or maintained, basin filled with soap and water and soaking bottles and nipples in sink. This exposed handsink is next to changing table and is to be used for handwashing only, basin to be kept clear at all times. Violation critical 7-38-030 critical.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Replace stained ceiling tiles in classrooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair faucet at handsink in west classroom so as to provide at least 15 seconds of running water without constant pressure of hand on faucet.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers for small refrigerators in classrooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove prep table from hallway.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Repair the leak underneath the right side of the 3 compartment sink. Repair or replace the non-working ventilation fan in the staff washroom.
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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: Lightshields in prep area and in childrens toilet room not clean, dead insects. Clean and maintain.
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · 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: Leak at pipe under 3-comp sink in kitchen. Repair same.
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Hand wash sink in prep area containig shredded lettuce not accessible for handwashing, and no paper towels or sanitary hand drying device at same. Provided towels and made handwash sink accessible. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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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: Noted over 40 mice droppings on floor in utility closet, over 30 mice droppings within toddlers changing table in toddler/2yr old room and 15 small flying insects on wall, and sleeping cots in same area. Remove droppings clean/sanitize area. Contact pest control operator for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food managers certificate posted/or proof provided of certifed manager when potentially hazardous foods (ground turkey, cheese, sliced tomatoes) are being prepared and served. Must provide same. Serious citation 7-38-012.
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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: Remmove droppings clean/sanitize affected areas where necessary.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Leak at pipe under 3-comp sink in kitchen. Repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter in utility closet, clean/sanitize toddlers changing table organize and maintain at all times.
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No Entry
License · No Entry
No violations
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