Northshore Academy for Children
1754-1756 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Daycare (2 - 6 Years) ZIP 60660 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 31, 2026
Northshore Academy for Children was last inspected on August 31, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
August 31, 2026 · License
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
8 inspections on record
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Noted the hand washing sink in the food prep area not accessible for use. Sink was filled with dirty dishes. Reviewed hand washing sinks are for hand washing purposes only. Manager removed all dishes and cleaned and sanitized hand sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Noted a covered pot of chicken soup on the stove top that was not on at an improper temperature of 56.4f. Reviewed hot foods must be held hot at a minimum of 135f, and cold foods at 41f or below. Soup discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: All food handlers in the food prep area must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout the rear storage room and kitchen must be elevated from the floor.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No quaternary chemical test strips on site for the quaternary sanitizer being used to sanitize dishes. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Middle toilet in the children's washroom noted dirty. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must not store plants and pots of dirt in the food preparation area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler training or certificates for all required employees. Must provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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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
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no lid on trash can in employee bathroom. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed toys and boxes in rear by refrigerator. Instructed to remove and clean area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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