ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Crayolas Early Learning Center last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 11, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Mar 25, 2025 to Feb 11, 2026.
Has Crayolas Early Learning Center ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 25, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 11, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
4-301.13 OBSERVED NO ATTACHED DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DRAINBOARD FOR PROPER AIR DRYING OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 11, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 4, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO ATTACHED DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DRAINBOARD FOR PROPER AIR DRYING OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN CLASSROOM, FURNACE ROOM, OFFICE, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2614422 ON 3-25-25:55-OBSERVED BROKEN AND MISSING WALL BASE THROUGHOUT FACILITY, INSTUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SURROUNDING HOLES IN SAID SPACES THROUGHOUT CLASSROOMS AND KITCHEN.55-NOTED FLOOR SURROUNDING GREASE TRAP NOT LEVELED WITH LARGE GAP BETWEEN GREASE TRAP AND FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOORING.55-OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS STORED INSIDE CLOSET ON FLOOR IN CLOSET NEAR SIDE DOOR ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 4, 2026 · Original Source
License
Mar 25, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BROKEN AND MISSING WALL BASE THROUGHOUT FACILITY, INSTUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SURROUNDING HOLES IN SAID SPACES THROUGHOUT CLASSROOMS AND KITCHEN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.