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CHICAGO WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY

1340 W HARRISON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60607 · School

Inspection summary

CHICAGO WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY has been inspected 19 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since May 21, 2010. The most recent inspection, on September 25, 2025, found no infractions.

3 of 19 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 18, 2025. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on April 3, 2019. For example: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on June 4, 2015. For example: APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 26 times across 11 separate inspections, most recently on April 3, 2019. For example: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 17 times across 13 separate inspections, most recently on September 18, 2025. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

19 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROX. 15 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS, CEILING TILES, BOXES OF STOCK AND DRY STORAGE SHELVES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, SERVICE LINE AREA, INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM AND WASHROOM AND AROUND THE MOP SINK. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
  5. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • MUST INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON BATHROOM DOOR LOCATED AT KITCHEN PREP AREA.
  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOM USED BY KITCHEN STAFF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
  7. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE FAUCET NECK ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE SINK; REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET NECK.
  8. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • WALK IN FREEZER DOOR IN NEED OF REPAIR. UNIT IS FREEZING AND MAINTAINING ITEMS FROZEN HOWEVER DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. DOOR MUST SEAL COMPLETELY. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • MUST CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVES TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • LEAK AT FAUCET AT 1 COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND SPILLS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  9. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST DISCONTINUE USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS IN WALK-IN COOLER & FREEZER, AND IN THE CHEMICAL CLOSET. INSTALL CORRECT RACKS FOR FOOD AND CHEMICAL STORAGE .
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPLACE MISSING COVING IN DRY STORAGE ROOM INSIDE KITCHEN.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN DRY STORAGE ROOM INSIDE KITCHEN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST ADJUST TIMED FAUCETS IN BOYS & GIRLS TOILET ROOMS ON THE 2ND & 3RD FLOORS, WATER MUST REMAIN ON FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 SECONDS.
  10. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN IN KITCHEN AREA AND DINING ROOM TABLES NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CHIPPING PAINT IN PREP AREA NEAR WALK-IN COOLER ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, FLOOR NOT CLEAN IN DING AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • SELFING CLOSING DEVICE NEEDED AT LADIES BATHROOM IN KITCHEN AREA,
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • SOME HOT WATER FAUCETS IN POOR REPAIR IN CHILDREN'S BATHROOMS, NOT STAYING ON LONG ENOUGH TO WASH HANDS, INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST,
  11. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • WORN CAULKING WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE AT WALL AND TOP BASE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPLACE/REPAIR SAME. INTERIOR OF MILK COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION. REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN. ALUMINUM FOIL ON WIRE RACKS IN WALK-IN COOLER. REMOVE FOIL AND REMOVE RUSTY SURFACES ON RACKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • WORN, PEELING PAINT IN PREP AREA NEAR WALK-IN COOLER. REPAIR SAME. FLOORS IN ALL UTILITY CLOSETS NEED DETAILED CLEANING, FREE OF DEBRIS/DUST, ETC.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WORN/UNCLEAN/RUST SURFACES ON CEILING TILES AND FRAMES IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR SURFACE SO AS TO BE CLEAN, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • LIGHTS AT COOKING LINE INOPERABLE. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
  12. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • PAINT OR REPLACE SMALL RUSTY STORAGE RACK INSIDE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER. REMOVE RUST-LIKE STAINS FROM FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: FAN GAURDS AND COILS INSIDE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER, INTERIORS OF MICROWAVE OVENS IN EMPLOYEE BREAKROOM AND IN KITCHEN AREA.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN AND/OR RE-PAINT FLOOR IN FRONT OF PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER(RUST-LIKE AOOEARANCE). CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL LARGE STORAGE AREAS(IN REAR OFF OF KITCHEN AND BOILER ROOM), AND IN MOP SINK CLOSETS WHERE NEEDED.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY CEILING TILE FRAMES IN 2ND FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN BOY'S AND GIRL'S WASHROOMS THROUGHOUT.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPAIR LOOSE HOT WATER FAUCET IN GIRL'S WASHROOM ON EAST SIDE OF BUILDING. REPAIR EAST WASH BOWL IN GIRL'S FIRST FLLOR WASHROOM.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • CLEAN THE EXTERIORS PARTS OF THE UNUSED DISH MACHINE.
  13. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 3RD FLOOR MOP SINK TO ALLOW WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY.
  14. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE AND CARDBOARD OVERFLOWING FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER PREVENTING PROPER CLOSURE. MUST REMOVE GARBAGE AND CARDBOARD,PROPERLY CLOSE LIDS AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 3RD FLOOR MOP SINK TO ALLOW WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST INCREASE THE LOW WATER PRESSURE AT THE WASHBOWL IN THE KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM.
  15. Canvass

    0 infractions

  16. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVEN AT TEACHER'S LOUNGE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT CAFETERIA AND KITCHEN TO REMOVE FOOD CRUMS OFF FLOOR.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN TEACHER'S STORAGE ROOM ON 3RD FLOOR.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 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.MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING AND HOT WATER FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN SCIENCE ROOM 307 LAB. MUST REPAIR MEN'S STAFF TOILET BASE ON 3RD FLOOR.
  17. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. The walk in freezer has an ice buildup at the top of the condenser unit, defrost the unit and repair the door so it doesn't ice up and will properly close. Work order reviewed, CPS management notified by staff.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. The floors in the dry store room and rearbreak area in the dock are dirty and full of dead insects (occasional invaders), CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS AND BASEBOARDS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 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 the left side 3rd flr boys bathroom sink hot water faucet on the Harrison street side.
  18. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • The walk in cooler has an ice buildup at the top of the condenser unit, defrost the unit.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN AND RESEAL THE MOLDY WALLS BY THE DISH SPRAYER.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 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 THE 3RD FLR WOMENS TOILET AND THE 3RD FLR WOMENS SINK, ABUNDANT ALTERNATES AVAILABLE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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. REORGANIZE EXCESS ITEMS IN KINDERGARTEN ROOM 11 AND MONITOR THE USE OF CLEANING CHEMICALS AND DRAINO BROUGHT IN FROM HOME FOUND IN THE CLASSROOMS.
  19. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • The walk in freezer door gasket shield is damaged, replace it. Rewrap the moldy pipe insulation in the walk in cooler.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Clean and maintain the walk in cooler floor.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Repair the right side 3rd flr boys bathroom sink.

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