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MC KINNEY'S EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY

5733-5743 W DIVISION ST, CHICAGO, IL 60651 · Daycare (Under 2 Years)

Inspection summary

MC KINNEY'S EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY has been inspected 14 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since October 17, 2013. The most recent inspection, on June 26, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

2 of 14 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 7 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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 November 5, 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 September 28, 2023. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • 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 June 26, 2026. 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 15 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

  • 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 6 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2026. 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.

14 inspections

  1. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED GAP OPENING 1/4" INCH AT BOTTOM OF FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OR SEAL THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF HANGING DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.
  2. License

    3 infractions

    • 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOOD/BEVERAGE. FOUND A 1/2 GALLON OF MILK AT 49.8F AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MUST KEEP COLD HOLDING FOODS AND BEVERAGES AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. APPROXIMATELY 2LBS AT $6 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED.
    • 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
      • OBSERVED AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF A MINI COOLER WITH TCS FOOD/BEVERAGE STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST REACH AND MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. MINI COOLER WAS REPLACED WITH ANOTHER UNIT AND INSPECTED BEFORE THE END OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
    • 44. UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
      • OBSERVED COOKING/SERVING UTENSILS NOT IVERTED STORED FOR AIR DRYING NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
  3. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MOP DRYING IMPROPERLY IN MOP SINK STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DRY MOP PROPERLY AS NOT TO ATTRACT AND HARBOR PESTS.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED VENT HOOD FILTERS WITH GREASE BUILD UP IN THE KITCHEN AREA OVER THE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED THE BATHROOM VENT/VENT SWITCH NEAR THE INFANT CLASSROOM AREA IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.
  4. License

    5 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED BUCKET IN HANDWASHING SINK IN BUSY BEE ROOM. INSTRUCTED HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE BUCKET REMOVED FROM HANDWASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM ON EASTSIDE OF BUILDING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED DUMPSTER STORED ON WOODEN SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WOOD FROM BENEATH DUMPSTER. OUTDOOR STORAGE SURFACE FOR DUMPSTER SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF NONABSORBENT MATERIAL SUCH AS CONCRETE OR ASPHALT AND SHALL BE SMOOTH, DURABLE AND SLOPED TO DRAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED SMALL SQUARE HOLE IN CEILING TILE IN BUSY BEE ROOM ABOVE KITCHEN PLAY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE CEILING TILE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED NONFUNCTIONING WATER FOUNTAIN ATTACHED TO HANDWASHING SINKS OUTSIDE OF OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE NONFUNCTIONING WATER FOUNTAIN AND SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
  5. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED A MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN ONE OF THE BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED THE HOOD VENTILATION FILTERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  7. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. License

    2 infractions

    • 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
      • OBSERVED FOUR HANDWASHING SINKS NEAR KITCHEN BACKED UP AND UNABLE TO DRAIN WASTEWATER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST MAKE DOOR SELF CLOSING.
  9. License

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
  10. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED FOIL LINERS ON CABINET SHELVING IN KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE TIN FOIL SHELVING AND STATED THAT ONLY SMOOTH EASILY SURFACE MAY BE USED.
  11. License

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN BETTER HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE LAST CLASS ROOM HAND SINKS.
  12. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST CLEAN VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES OF DUST BUILD-UP
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM INSIDE THE REAR STORAGE CLOSET,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
  13. License

    0 infractions

  14. License

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE STORE ROOMS.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • SOME LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN HAS DUST BUILDUP INSIDE THEM.

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