Pass

First Academy

2523-2525 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

Children's Services Facility ZIP 60659 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Feb 3, 2026

First Academy was last inspected on February 3, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

February 3, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

8 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on interior/exterior of 3-compartment sink. Must clean and maintain interior/exterior of 3-compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Infant room closet floor cluttered. Instructed manager must elevate all items off floor or remove items.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Plastic utensils used by children's(spoon,forks etc) must be invertted to minimize source of contamination

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

  3. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  4. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed paper towel dispensor above utility sink, located in the basement. Instructed the person in charge to remove paper towel dispensor and ensure that handsinks are the only sinks being utilized for handwashing and always supplied with soap and paper towels.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed vent cover with dust accumulation in the employee toilet room. Instructed the person in charge to remove dust and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused items ( doors, desks, toys) being stored in the 1st floor hallway near the rear exit door. Instructed the person in charge to remove unused items to prevent clutter.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed one employee with an expired food handler certificate. Instructed the person in charge to renew expired food handler certificate to comply with cdph food handler requirements.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water dripping at pipe below 3-compartment sink when water is being drained. Must repair issue.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a torn gasket on on warming box in main prep area. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up of trash and debris on ground around dumpster. Instructed to clean and maintain to prevent attracting pests.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up of dust on upper corner of ceiling in main prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up of food debris on interior of microwave in main prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 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. 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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clutter by the stair in the back hallway. Instructed to remove,clean and organize the area to prevent rodent/insects harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Burned out light bulb inside the 2 door reach in cooler in the prep area. Must replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.