Early Achievers Academy

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Mar 25, 2026 Pass

   Recent Inspection · Pass

   No violations

2. Mar 18, 2026 Pass

   License Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

3. Mar 16, 2026 Fail

   License Re-Inspection · Fail

   3 critical1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11// observed person in charge with no valid proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 (A): Handwashing Sink, Installation (Min. Temp) OBSERVED NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT HAND SINKS IN CHILDRENS WASHROOM, AND HANDSINK IN YELLOW CLASSROOM, AS WELL AS THE BOTTLE WASH SINK IN SAME LOCATION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Observed previous priority foundation violations not corrected within specified time frame on the inspection report#2632224 dated 3/05/2026: (5)observed facility with no written clean up procedure and inadequate supplies to respond to vomit and diarrhea event. Instructed to establish a written procedure and maintain all supplies to ensure proper clean up of any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of establishment. (38)observed evidence of pest actitvy. Noted approximately 30 drain flies on the walls and ceiling in childrens washroom. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. (38)noted no pest control logbook or reports on site. Facility is required to maintain a logbook with service reports showing proof of service of insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice…

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11// observed facility with no valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate and certificate holder on site. Observed food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety (tcs) foods at time of inspection. Informed person in charge of the original city of chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site, and a certified manager shall be on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

4. Mar 5, 2026 Fail

   License · Fail

   3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge with no valid proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility with no written clean up procedure and inadequate supplies to respond to vomit and diarrhea event. Instructed to establish a written procedure and maintain all supplies to ensure proper clean up of any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of establishment. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand sinks in childrens washroom, and handsink in yellow classroom, as well as the bottle wash sink in same location. Improper temperature of hot water observed childrens handwash sink recorded at (44.1 f and 43.9 f), handsink in yellow classroom (45.9 f) and bottle wash sink in yellow (46 f) instructed person in charge hot water at all hand-washing sinks must be at least 100f. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest actitvy. Noted approximately 30 drain flies on the walls and ceiling in childrens washroom. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no pest control logbook or reports on site. Facility is required to maintain a logbook with service reports showing proof of service of insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. The logbook shall be kept for a period of twelve (12) months and include a copy of the pest control company’s illinois department of public (idph) health license number. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(c)."

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility with no valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate and certificate holder on site. Observed food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety (tcs) foods at time of inspection. Certified food manager arrived at 1:00 pm. Informed person in charge of the original city of chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site, and a certified manager shall be on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

5. Apr 23, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the refrigerators with food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain the interior of the refrigerators.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Right faucet on the 3-compartment sink is stiff and hard to move. Instructed to fix and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

6. Apr 18, 2025 No Entry

   Canvass Re-Inspection · No Entry

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the refrigerators with food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain the interior of the refrigerators.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Right faucet on the 3-compartment sink is stiff and hard to move. Instructed to fix and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(B:4): Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2592731 DATED 4/15/2024 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: #38. OBSERVED THE DOOR IN THE STAFF'S LUNCH AREA WITH A GAP UNDERNEATH AND IS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR RODENT/INSECT PROOF AND MAINTAIN. #47. OBSERVED BOTH WASHBOWLS IN THE KIDS TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF RECAULKING AROUND THE TOP. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK AROUND SINKS AND MAINTAIN. #53. OBSERVED NO TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #53. OBSERVED THE DOOR TO THE STAFF TOILET ROOM NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN. #55. OBSERVED THE REAR STORAGE/CLOSET AREA IN THE TODDLER'S CLASSROOM WITH CLUTTER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE THE AREA. MAINTAIN A CLUTTER FREE…

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

7. Apr 11, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the refrigerators with food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain the interior of the refrigerators.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Right faucet on the 3-compartment sink is stiff and hard to move. Instructed to fix and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2592731 dated 4/15/2024 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: #38. Observed the door in the staff's lunch area with a gap underneath and is not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to make door rodent/insect proof and maintain. #47. Observed both washbowls in the kids toilet room in need of recaulking around the top. Instructed to recaulk around sinks and maintain. #53. Observed no trash receptacle with a lid in the staff toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain. #53. Observed the door to the staff toilet room not self closing. Instructed to make self closing and maintain. #55. Observed the rear storage/closet area in the toddler's classroom with clutter. Instructed to eliminate unnecessary items and organize the area. Maintain a clutter free area. #55. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the toddler/s…

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

8. Apr 15, 2024 Pass

   License · Pass

   7 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the door in the staff's lunch area with a gap underneath and is not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to make door rodent/insect proof and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed both washbowls in the kids toilet room in need of recaulking around the top. Instructed to recaulk around sinks and maintain.

     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 no trash receptacle with a lid in the staff toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the door to the staff toilet room not self closing. Instructed to make self closing and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the rear storage/closet area in the toddler's classroom with clutter. Instructed to eliminate unnecessary items and organize the area. Maintain a clutter free area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the toddler/s classroom. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles 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 the floors in the staff lunch area storage and utility closets with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Nov 22, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   3 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying provision at any of the handwashing sinks on site at the time of the inspection. Instructed to provide hand drying provisions at all handwashing sinks and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing cleanser at the handwashing sink in the toilet room only hand sanitizer. Instructed to provide and maintain handwashing cleansers at all handwashing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c), consolidated with above citation

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the mini cooler in the toddler room not meeting compliance with the cold holding temperature requirement. The temperature of the unit was 48.9f at the time of the inspection. The tcs that was stored inside of the unit met compliance and were able to be relocated, due to being stored in the unit 45 mins-1 hour before inspection. Instructed that all cold holding units must reach and maintain 41f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside of the mini cooler in the toddler room. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dead flies and small flies on the windowsill in the second classroom. Instructed to remove dead insects and clean and sanitize affected areas and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the dishware stored on the wire cart in the food prep area not inverted. Instructed to invert all said dishware and maintain.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the door to the employee toilet room located in the food prep area not self closing. Instructed to install a self-closing device on the said door and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up on the floors next to the washing machines, under the three compartment sink, and the mop sink. Instructed to clean said floors and maintin.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site during the inspection while the time/temperature control for safety foods (corn dogs) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

10. Apr 12, 2022 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust accumulation on in take ventilation behind shelving in preschool class room. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

11. Apr 4, 2022 Fail

    License · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing soap/cleanser at the hand washing sink located in the kitchen. Instructed manager that all hand sinks must have hand washing cleanser at all times. Employee provided hand washing cleanser during the inspection. Priority foundation. 7-38-030(c).citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed frozen cheese sticks thawing in oven on a flat baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Instructed manager to thaw tcs foods under cold running water, in the refrigerator or in the microwave as part of a continuous cooking process.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed probe thermometer not accurately recording food temperatures. Instructed manager to provide a thermometer to accurately records food temperatures. 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 30-40 dead ants and 50-75 crawling around sink and on floor mats in infant/toddler room. Instructed manager to contact pest control company for service of live/active insects, remove dead insects, clean and sanitize all affected areas and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-38-020 (a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on floor and in between appliances in kitchen. Instructed accumulated dust on in take ventilation behind shelving in preschool class room. Observed miscellaneous debris on floor and along walls in unused classroom adjacent to kitchen. Instructed manager to effectively/deep 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 excessive clutter in kitchen underneath 3 compartment sink and in closet labeled art center. Instructed manager to elevate all necessary items and remove all unnecessary items and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

12. May 24, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in staff toilet room located in rear of facility near food prep area. Instructed to obtain and maintain on site.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in storage area where furnace is located. Instructed to remove all unnecessary items and elevate any others at least six inches from the floor using proper shelving, as this will help prevent rodent and pest harboring.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall behind door of childrens toilet room in need of duckboard repair. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed large build up of dust on heating vent leading to childrens play area, just opposite side of the toilet room. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

13. Apr 28, 2020 Pass

    License · Pass

    2 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 cleaning products stored directly on the floor underneath the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to remove any items stored on the floor and provide elevated shelving at least 6 inches from the floor.

      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 toilet room doors not self-closing. Instructed to correct.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

14. Apr 14, 2020 No Entry

    License · No Entry

    No violations

15. Dec 9, 2019 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors around and behind equipment in kitchen.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

16. Nov 20, 2018 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge didnt have a valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy for employees. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. No citation

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: No employee clean up procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. No citation.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Washrooms used by females must have a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor not clean of debris in storage room. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No valid original city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted. Instructed that one person must have a valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted on premises. Priority foundation violation issued 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

17. Nov 3, 2017 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

18. Oct 31, 2017 Fail

    License · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • 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: Found no pest control log book on premises for review as required with the necessary documents; must provide from a licensed pest control company. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found missing wall coving at the base of the wall under the utility sink; provide coving where needed at wall base.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no back flow preventer device at the utility sink water line; must install a back flow preventer device at the utility sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide an internal thermometer for the refrigeration unit in the kitchen.