More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Tess M. Mckenzie Early Learning Campus last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
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 Apr 22, 2024 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Tess M. Mckenzie Early Learning Campus ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 22, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass
Oct 19, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED WALL UNDER AC UNIT IN KITCHEN WITH WATER DAMAGE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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.
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED LIGHT NOT WORKING IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
6-201.13 OBSERVED WALL BASE LOCATED IN PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR, DETACHED AND MENDED WITH TAPE. INSTUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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, Nov 14, 2025 · Original Source
License
Nov 10, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETER IN REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED IN CLASSROOM NEXT TO ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, NOTED THERMOMETER INOPERABLE IN PREP REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPERLY WORKING THERMOMETERS.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBERVED NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER THOUGHOUT FACILITY AT HANDSINKS, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR WASHBOWLS DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.UNABLE TO FLUSH TOILETS, WASH HANDS OR PREPARE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED TOILET INSIDE TODDLER ROOM INOPERABLE AND COVERED WITH CARDBOARD. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED WALL BASE LOCATED IN PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR, DETACHED AND MENDED WITH TAPE. INSTUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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, Nov 10, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 22, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR FRONT DOORS WITH 1/4" GAPS AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED ONE OF THE HAND SINKS IN THE TODDLERS WASHROOM WITH LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.