Rainforest Learning Center, Inc
2545 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60647 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 19, 2026
Rainforest Learning Center, Inc was last inspected on August 19, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
August 19, 2026 · License
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed gap opening approx 1/2 inch at bottom of the kitchen rear exit doors.instructed to make doors tight fitting all across the bottoms to prevent pest entry and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspection history
14 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Found food containers not stored properly.must store inverted.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · 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 the interior of the microwave not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in the prep kitchen, instructed to organize and remove items no being used/relocate the bikes for the children.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 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: 2-201.11 no written employee health policy provided on the premises. Management instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.
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: 2-501.11 no clean-up procedure provided for vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to provide a clean-up procedure and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
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: 4-302.12 no probe thermometer provided on premises to take food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Remove dusts accumulations from ventilation covers in students toilet rooms and seal noticeable openings at ceiling areas around electrical pipes in the infant classroom#4 and maintain.
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector’s note: Premises had plumber on site on previous inspection date:09/13/2017 to repair other plumbing issue.at this time,observed the open site floor drain/drain pipe completely sealed.observed waste water backing up into the left and right compartments of the dishwashing 3-compartment sink when the water is filled/released.instructed to make the necessary plumbing repairs and maintain as required.critical violation 7-38-030.
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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: Remove dusts accumulations from ventilation covers in students toilet rooms and seal noticeable openings at ceiling areas around electrical pipes in the infant classroom#4 and maintain.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backing up from the open site floor drain below the kitchen dishwashing 3 compartment sink when water was filled in the middle compartment and drained.director of establishment immediately notified plumber at this time. 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: Observed the rear exit door at bottom left corner leading to outside garbage dumpster and front main entrance doors at bottom of center of doors not insect/rodent-proofed,approximately 1/4" inch mode of entry.also,4 live fruit flies on walls in classrooms#5,6. Instructed to make doors tight fitting all across the bottoms and centers of said doors,pest control service is noe reccomended.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: Floors along walls and in all corners throughout the classrooms in need for further cleaning and maintain.
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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: Remove dusts accumulations from ventilation covers in students toilet rooms and seal noticeable openings at ceiling areas around electrical pipes in the infant classroom#4 and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Detail clean and organize interiors of cabinets beneath the exposed handsinks in students classrooms and elevate supplies/students blankets at least 6" inches off the floor/wall for easier cleaning and maimntain.
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Pass
License · 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: Noted heavy ice build up inside freezer of refrigeration unit at class room #1. Instructed to defrost clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted dust accumulation inside vets at the children's bathroom and janitor's closet. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Visible and working thermometer needed at the milk refrigerator in kitchen area. Must provide.
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Instructed facility to remove any unnecessary items in room 121, organize remaining, store 6 inches off floors and walls, and maintain so as to help prevent pest harborage and facilitate proper cleaning.
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