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L&L ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL LAKEVIEW

1056 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60657 · Daycare (2 - 6 Years)

Inspection summary

L&L ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL LAKEVIEW has been inspected 15 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since February 21, 2013. The most recent inspection, on January 8, 2026, found no infractions.

4 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: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Cleaning and sanitizing and Food source, labelling and allergens.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 1, 2022. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • 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 2 times on January 22, 2021. For example: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food and other products must come from approved sources, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when spoiled, expired or damaged. Labelling also matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on January 18, 2023. For example: FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

  • 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 12 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on January 27, 2025. For example: PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

  • 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 7 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on January 27, 2025. For example: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. License

    4 infractions

    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • NOTED EMPLOYEE MICROWAVE, TOASTER OVEN AND KITCHEN MICROWAVE IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • NOTED REFRIGERATOR IN LOBBY AND IN KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • NOTED BROKEN COLD-WATER HANDLE AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • NOTED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. ITEMS IN LARGE AND WEST SMALL STORAGE AREAS ON THE FLOOR NEED TO BE STORED ON PROPER SHELVING THAT IS NON-POROUS, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR
  3. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • CEILING LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING ABOVE KIDS WASHROOM #2. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING CEILING LIGHT BULBS.
  4. License

    4 infractions

    • 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
      • LABEL FOOD PRODUCTS STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER WITH COMMON NAME
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • BROKEN/CHIPPED SURFACE OF WHITE OPENED CABINETS IN THE KITCHEN, MUST REPAIR/REPLACE. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH. CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • MUST PROVIDE LIDS AT RECEPTACLES IN STAFF WASHROOMS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • DEBRIS UNDER WEST SHELF IN THE KITCHEN,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
  5. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • STILL NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FOLLOWING HAND WASH SINKS:- TODLERS CLASSROOM 46.5F, PRE K CLASSROOM 49.8F, CHILDRENS BATHROOM 66.7F/68.3F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C)
  7. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
      • NO PERSON IN CHARGE WAS PRESENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.
    • 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
      • NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (PASTA ETC.) WERE BEING SERVED (DAYCARE RECEIVING). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. ALSO, THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY THE NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FOLLOWING HAND WASH SINKS:- TODDLERS CLASSROOM 46.5F, PRE K CLASSROOM 49.8F, CHILDREN'S BATHROOM 66.7F/68.3F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C)
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • NOTED ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT OF THE INFANT'S CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • NOTED PLATIC WRAP USED TO WRAP THE PIPPING BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND FLOOR DRAIN THUS NO AIR GAP BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO RPOVIDE AN AIR GAP.
  8. License

    4 infractions

    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • PLASTIC STORAGE BINS NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DIRTY WITH DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • THREE COMPARTMENT SINK PLUMBING DRAIN AIR GAP SEALED/REPAIRED WITH PLASTIC. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.----EXTERIOR OF THE SAME SINK GREASE TRAP DIRTY WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS. ALL FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.----FLOORS UNDER THE CHEMICAL STORAGE SHELVING IN THE KITCHEN WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  9. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • BASEMENT UNDER DAYCARE FLOOR CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST RAISE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
  10. License

    0 infractions

  11. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • 2-102.14(N) FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AT PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010. MUST PROVIDE.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • 2-501.11 FOUND NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005. MUST PROVIDE.
  12. License

    0 infractions

  13. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN THE KITCHEN NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED FLOORS NOT CLEAN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; KITCHEN, STORAGE CLOSET IN HALLWAY AND THE TEAL CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED WALLS IN THE KITCHEN IN NEED OF PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT AND MAINTAIN.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE KITCHEN AND FRONT SEATING AREA WITH UNKNOWN DEBRIS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SHIELDS AND MAINTAIN.
  14. License

    1 infraction

    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IN THE NORTH ADULT BATHROOM AND TO MAINTAIN.
  15. License

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. VENTILATION IN GRILS AND BOYS BATHROOMS NOT WORKING MUST REPAIR.

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