Claremont Academy

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Sep 18, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 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 some rust spots on storage shelves inside of the walk-in cooler; instructed to remove.

     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 the toilets and sinks in the kitchen staff washrooms in need of cleaning; instructed to clean 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 floor drain under the three comp sink in need of cleaning in kitchen; instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

2. Sep 16, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: : 6-301.14 : must provide hand washing signs at hand sinks in pre-k room 102 toilet room,1st fl.boy's (north).2nd fl.(girl's & boy's),3rd fl. (girl's).

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) : must replace broken thermometer in pre-k refrigerator.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn gaskets on walk in freezer.

     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: 4-101.19 : must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.

     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: 5-501.17 : observed a missing covered receptacle in 2nd fl. Girl's must replace 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: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles in lunch room

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN PRE- K CLOSET.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

3. Sep 9, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical9 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up items for vomiting and diarrhea must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

     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: Must provide hand washing signs at hand sinks in pre-k room 102 toilet room,1st fl.boy's (north).2nd fl.(girl's & boy's),3rd fl. (girl's).

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Must replace broken thermometer in pre-k refrigerator.

     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 evidence of appx. 50 or more mice droppings on floor in storage closet on serving line,on floor in dry food storage closet next to cabinet and in corner of storage rack,on floor behind chemical storage rack in mop sink closet. Must remove droppiings clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 9/9/24.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

     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: Must repair or replace worn gaskets on walk in freezer,both wall hot holding units.

     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: Must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.

     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 a missing covered receptacle in 2nd fl. Girl's must replace 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: Must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles in lunch room.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must remove dust build up from ceiling tile and light fixture in main prep area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must remove ice build up from floor in walk in freezer,debris build up from floor drain under 2- comp sink & walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor in storage closet at serving line and pre- k closet.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Sep 15, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 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 ice build up inside the walk in freezer around the condenser and on the floors. Must defrost and repair.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

5. Sep 13, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

6. Sep 6, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed handwashing sinks in boys restroom(3rd floor) to be inaccessible. Faucets not properly maintained. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain handwashing sinks at all times.(alternative restroom in use on 3rd floor) priority foundation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

     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 excessive build-up in floor drain in hot prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain at all times.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

7. Sep 24, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed a glue board with dead insects in dry storage area. Instructed manager to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unnecessary items stored in warewashing area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items, clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Oct 22, 2020 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed employee procedure for cleaning vomiting and diarrheal events. However my provide all the necessary items required in policy. Priotity foundation.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFood handling

     Miscellaneous public health order.

     Inspector’s note: Upon entry into school observed several employees not wearing mask. Security guard (sitting with some lunchroom staff that was wearing mask). Also custodial staff, employee across from welliness check in not wearing any mask, clerk in office area with mask below mouth, resting on chin. Spoked with lunchroom manager concerning mask that must be worn.

     Official wording (code 64)

     Miscellaneous / public health orders

9. Oct 15, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE 1ST FLOOR STAFF TOILET ROOM AT 70.1F. TEMPERATURES SHALL BE AT 100F MINIMUM AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

10. Sep 14, 2018 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14 (n) found no employee health policy on the premises per city code. Instructed to provide and maintain on premises at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012(a)

      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: 2-501.11 found no clean up policy on the premises with regards to vomiting and/or diarrheal events. Instructed to obtain a policy and kit to handle such an event. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 found the interior of the ice machine in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean to remove pinkish substance and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 found dirt/dust build up on the vents in the employees toilet rooms and stains on the ceiling tiles above the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to clean and maintain all.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 all city of chicago certified food managers must receive this training and provide proof.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Sep 15, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Missing dry storage lids. Instd to replace same

12. Oct 18, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

13. Dec 8, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine and interior/exterior of trash receptacles not clean. Instd to clean and maintain at all times.

14. Oct 21, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Must label the bulk food containers located in the food store room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Both toilet seats are loose in the employees mens and womens toilet rooms. Instructed to secure both toilets seats.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the hood and filters above the cooking equipment has dust buildup on them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors in both employees mens and womens toilet rooms located by the kitchen. Clean floors in janitor closets, organize and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall base in the mens toilet room by the kitchen has peeling paint. Instructed to remove the peeling paint and paint. Clean all the ceiling vents in all the girls and boys toilet rooms that have dust buildup on them. Also clean the ceiling vents in the kitchen,food store room,and managers office. Must clean and maintain at all times.

15. Oct 24, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors in janitor closets, organize and maintain at all times.

16. Oct 9, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean interior of microwave and small cooler in room 100.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean the light shields inside/and remove dust from outside.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Need thermometer in small cooler in room 100.

17. Oct 27, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

18. Oct 20, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER CRATES IN STORAGE CLOSET AND ALONG WALLS BEHIND BOOK SHELVES AND PLASTIC BINS IN PRE-K CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL MOUTHPIECES ON WATER FOUNTAINS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PRE-K CLOSET AND CLASSROOM AREAS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Adjust mixing valve on sinks in lunchroom staff washrooms. Increase pressure on 2nd floor water fountains.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN PRE-K CLOSET AND CLASSROOM AREAS. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

19. Apr 27, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. ADJUST MIXING VALVE ON SINKS IN GIRLS 1ST AND 3RD FLOOR WASHROOMS.

20. Nov 9, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PREVIOUS VIOLATION FROM MAY 7, 2010 WAS CORRECTED. REPAIR RUBBER GASKET AT INTERIOR DOOR OF WARMING UNIT IN KITCHEN. (CDI--CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION). CLEAN INTERIOR PLASTIC PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE AT BOTTOM AREA.

21. May 7, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING OR PALLETS FOR STORAGE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3-COMP SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE STOCK OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.