Pass

Wicker Park Kidz Learning Center Inc.

1064 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

Daycare Above and Under 2 Years ZIP 60642 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 21, 2026

Wicker Park Kidz Learning Center Inc. was last inspected on September 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

September 21, 2026 · License

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint on red ledge located in front of window, on walls of both sides where cribs are stored, prep area swing door, storage closet where beds are stored, and flower walls near stairway. Instructed to repaint and provide smooth and easily cleanable walls and surfaces. Must maintain

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed floors in prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove spills food upon entry spills, sanitize and maintain.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

13 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food (water cooler replacement jugs) on the floor in the dry storage closet. Instructed to correct.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink stopper broken/not working properly at sanitize sink compartment. Instructed to provide working stopper.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken/missing door handle to microwave in the kitchen area. Instructed to repair/replace.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee washroom door is not self closing. Instructed to install a self closing device.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the exhaust ventilation in the washrooms. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate posted on site. Instructed to maintain an employee holding a valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  5. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the middle hand sink in the toddler toilet room located upstairs to have a leak at the faucet. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in the staff toilet room located in the basement. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  6. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

  7. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  9. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  11. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  12. Fail

    License · Fail

    6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Observed food prep area in same room as play room equipment.food area not protected instructed must provide a barrier between food prep area and children's play area. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: No sanitizer test kit. Must provide. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust build up on lower vent near rear of main floor playroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed opening around waste pipe under 3 compartment sink. Instructed must have tight fitting seal or seal space around the pipe.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak under hand sink in front play area. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed hoses in utility room near mop sink. Instructed must have backflow prevention device installed and maintain. Unfinished faucet at basement mop sink. Must finish instaling faucet.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: No metal stem thermometer. Must provide stem thermometer to check hot and cold food temperatures.

    • PaperworkMinor (pre-2018 form)

      No smoking regulations

      Inspector’s note: REQUIRED 'NO SMOKING' SIGNS NOT POSTED. MUST POST AT ENTRANCES. CLEAN INDOOR AIR ACT 7-32-020b.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.