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HIGH MOUNTAIN HEAD START

919 N LAVERGNE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 · Daycare Above and Under 2 Years

Inspection summary

HIGH MOUNTAIN HEAD START has been inspected 15 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since October 29, 2013. The most recent inspection, on November 7, 2025, found no infractions.

6 of 15 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 2 times on October 3, 2025. For example: PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 13, 2023. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • 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 May 6, 2024. For example: WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

  • 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 once on October 13, 2023. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • 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 8 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on October 13, 2023. For example: GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

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.

15 inspections

  1. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. License

    2 infractions

    • 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 27 PREPACKAGED LUNCHES WITH POTATO SALAD (47.8F-51.6F) AND BOLOGNA AND CHEESE SANDWICHES (50.1F), APPROXIMATELY 15-HALF GALLONS OF MILK (49.0F- 55.0F), AND APPROXIMATELY 46 YOGURTS (49.8F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING FOODS MUST BE RECEIVED AND MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. APPROXIMATELY 48LBS WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED AT $378. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
    • 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF REFRIGERATOR AT 55.1F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS PLACED ON UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REVIEW COMMENTS FOR TAG REMOVAL. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
  3. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
  5. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. License

    8 infractions

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE NOROVIRUS AND MAINTAIN ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 130 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FACILITY IN CLASSROOMS A AND B IN AREAS ALONG WALLS, ON FLOOR AND IN SHELVING UNITS AND IN KITCHEN BEHIND AND ON THE SIDE OF STOVE, BEHIND REFRIGERATOR AND IN LOWER CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 10/13/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED BOXES AND CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOORS OF BOTH CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS TO ELEVATE FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY AND TO PREVENT AREAS FOR PEST HARBORAGE.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED HOLES IN BOTH DUMPSTER LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIDS ON BOTH DUMPSTERS AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING LIDS ON DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DUST ON DUCT VENT IN BLOCK AREA OF CLASSROOM B. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST IN DEBRIS IN ALL WINDOWSILLS IN CLASSROOM A AND B. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON KITCHEN CEILING VENT COVER AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM CEILING VENT COVER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 60. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
      • OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 2576248 DATED 05/23/2023 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
  7. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
  8. License

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN WASHROOM NEAR CLASSROOM A EXTREMELY SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
  9. Canvass

    0 infractions

  10. License

    0 infractions

  11. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • 2ER-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(a) NOCITATION ISSUED
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-201.11 OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN LADIES RESTROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING TILE. CORE
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-201.13 OBSERVED CORNER WALL SOUTHWEST CORNER IN CLASSROOM WITH OPEN VOID AROUND PIPE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO SEAL VOID TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. CORE
  12. License

    1 infraction

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • NOTED A HOLE IN THE WALL BASE CORNER IN CLASS ROOM B. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS. NOTED THE CEILING TILE IN THE KIDS WASH ROOM IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
  13. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST CLEAN THE VENTS INSIDE THE KIDS WASHROOM AND INSIDE THE KITCHEN AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
  14. License

    0 infractions

  15. License

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • THE VENTILATION HOOD INTERIOR FILTERS ARE CLOGGED WITH DUST AND GREASE, CLEAN THE HOOD FILTERS.

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