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Norwood Park Elementary School

5900 N Nina (7200W) AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60631 · School

Inspection summary

Norwood Park Elementary School has been inspected 17 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since March 19, 2010. The most recent inspection, on February 20, 2026, found no infractions.

3 of 17 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 and Food temperature control.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 14, 2025. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • 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 across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 19, 2022. For example: THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

  • 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 21 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on February 26, 2018. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

  • 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 9 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on January 14, 2025. 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.

17 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA. LEFT HANDOUT AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED BROKEN LIDS ON OUTDOOR RECYCLING DUMPSTER AND 1 OF 2 OUTDOOR GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    0 infractions

  5. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
      • VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED IN THE DISPLAY SANDWICH COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED NO RUNNING HOTWATER IN ONE OUT OF THREE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE GIRLS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F.
  6. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • NOTED CEILING IN POOR REPAIR WITH PEELING PAINT INSIDE GIRLS WASHROOM (FIRST FLOOR). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE INOPERABLE LIGHT BULB INSIDE 4 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER.
  7. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED INCOMPLETE CLEAN ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE A COMPLETE CLEAN UP KIT BY NEXT INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
  8. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES KIT FOR CLEANING THE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • DAMAGED WALLS BEHIND THE SOAP DISPENSER BY THE 4 COMPT SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MAKE THE WALLS SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. SCRAPE PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS REAR URINALS 2ND FLOOR BOY'S TOILET ROOM AND REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
  9. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Instructed to detail clean and sanitize interiors of coolers in the dry storage room and interior cabinets beneath the dishwashing area in the prep area and maintain.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Instructed to detail clean and sanitize interiors of light shields in hallway above the prep table near the entrance doors#3 and remove peeling debris at corner upper wall near urinals at 2nd floor boys toilet room and maintain.
  10. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Observed the wall to be damaged above the urinals in the second floor boys washroom. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Observed no water at the middle sink in the second floor girls washroom (2 additional sinks working properly). Instructed facility to repair and maintain hot and cold water at said sink. Observed a leak at the base of the right faucet of the dish washing area in the prep area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
  11. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVENS AND TOASTER OVEN WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN TEACHER'S LOUNGE (2ND FLOOR) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.-------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AT SAME AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE/OFFICE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
  12. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE CABINETS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE SURFACE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND THROUGH-OUT BOILER ROOM NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BOILER ROOM THROUGH-OUT INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OFF FLOOE AND AWAY FROM WALL.
  13. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • BROKEN INSULATION ON WRAPPED PIPE INSIDE ROOM #110,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WITH A SMOOTH, CLEANBLE SURFACE,ROOM IS USED FOR CHILDREN.GREEN MATS USED ON WALL INSIDE THE ELEVATORE NOT MAINTAINED:BROKEN SEVERAL HOLES WITH HANGING MATERIAL,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-POROUS SURFACE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • WOOD FLOOR BY THE MOP SINK AT SECOND FLOOR IS IN POOR REPAIR: BROKEN.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANBLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SPIT BALLS ON WALLS AND DOOR WINDOW INSIDE THE BOYS WASHROOM,SECOND FLOOR.ALSO PEELING PAINT ON WALL AT SAME WASHROOM(WEST AND EAST WALL);PEELING PAINT GIRLS WASHROOM ABOVE THE WASHBOWLS AT SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • EXCESS DEAD INSECTS INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD ON HALLWAY ABOVE PREP TABELS BY ENTRANCE DOOR #3,NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • TALLER DRINKING FOUNTAIN AT HALLWAY BY ROOM #107 FAUCET HAS ENCRUSTED DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE / SANITIZING SAID FAUCET
  14. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PEELING PAINT AT THE WHITE ROOM BY ROOM #108 ON THE FIRST FLOOR.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • NOTED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASH SINK ON TEACHERS BATHROOM IN THE FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AT THE BOILER ROOM.
  15. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Non food contact surfaces of storage shelving not clean need detailed cleaning.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Peeling paint/plaster in 2nd floor classroom#203, and classroom #103 on 1st floor, shall be repaired/sealed.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Exhaust vent(ventilation) in teacher's bathroom(2nd fl)not clean need detailed cleaning.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • Broken thermometer in reach in cooler in kitchen area shall be replace.
  16. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floor along wallbase in boiler room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Northeast corner in boiler room has hole behind storage rack. Instructed to seal hole.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Water pressure low at hand sink in toilet rooms. Instructed to increase water pressure and have water running 30 seconds.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Unnecessary articles stored in doorway of toilet rooms. Instructed to remove tables stored in area.
  17. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE GROUND AROUND THE KINDERGARTEN OUTSIDE SHED (WHERE THE TOYS ARE STORED)WITH DEBRIS AND CIGARRET BUTTS.
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