More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Discover Montessori, LLC last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 5, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Oct 30, 2023 to Nov 5, 2026.
Has Discover Montessori, LLC ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 30, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
License
Nov 5, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 88.5-94F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. MANAGER WAS ABLE TO ADJUST ALL HANDWASHING SINK TO 100-110F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 3 BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 14, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 14, 2025 · Original Source
License
Sep 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 30, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
HOT WATER TANK ROOM FLOOR CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ITEMS OR ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR.
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.