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TEDDY BEAR NURSERY SCHOOLS

2649 W 51ST ST, CHICAGO, IL 60632 · Daycare Above and Under 2 Years

Inspection summary

TEDDY BEAR NURSERY SCHOOLS has been inspected 8 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since November 1, 2022. The most recent inspection, on January 16, 2026, found no infractions.

2 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 9 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Food source, labelling and allergens.

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 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.

  • 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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on January 14, 2026. 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 7, 2026. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • 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 November 1, 2022. 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 16 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on January 14, 2026. 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 16, 2024. 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.

8 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • 4-501.110: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 104F OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE DURING CANVASS INSPECTION ON 1/7/26. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE THE WASH SOLUTION IN SPRAY TYPE WAREWASHERS THAT USE CHEMICALS TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 120F.CORRECTED ON SITE: AT TIME OF REINSPECTION ON 1/14/2026, WASH SOLUTION OF LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO EMAIL [email protected] WHEN LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE HAS BEEN REPAIRED (NOTE AT TIME OF REINSPECTION LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WAS NOT IN USE.) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • 5-205.15: OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE TO RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • 6-501.19: OBSERVED DOOR OF STAFF WASHROOM IN LIONS CLASSROOM TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR IN LIONS CLASSROOM SO THAT STAFF WASHROOM DOOR SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
  3. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FACILITY. OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN TEACHER RESOURCE AREA AND IN CUBBIES IN STARS CLASSROOM AND THE RED ROOM CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, REMOVE MOUSE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 1/7/2026. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED OPENING AT BASE OF GARAGE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 104F OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE THE WASH SOLUTION IN SPRAY TYPE WAREWASHERS THAT USE CHEMICALS TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 120F. (NOTE AT TIME OF INSPECTION LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WAS NOT IN USE.) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE TO RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED DOOR OF STAFF WASHROOM IN LIONS CLASSROOM, IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA AND RED ROOM CLASSROOM TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM DOORS IN LIONS CLASSROOM, REAR DRY STORAGE AREA AND RED ROOM CLASSROOM SO THAT STAFF WASHROOM DOORS SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED UNUSED ICE MACHINE IN REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.
  4. License

    3 infractions

    • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
      • OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RUST AND MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. (ICE NOT USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED RESTROOM DOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE STAFF AREA TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL RESTROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING AND TO CORRECT.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RUST ON VENT IN WASHROOM BEHIND TOILET (TODDLER STAFF RESTROOM). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE.
  5. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED SHELVING IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM NOT SEALED/PAINTED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PAINT OR SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVING.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED WASHROOM IN SCHOOL AGE CHLDREN'S ROOM WITHOUT COVERED RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ANY RESTROOM FOR FEMALE USE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELVES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
      • LOW TEMPERATURE WAREWASHING MACHINE UNABLE TO SANITIZE, 0PPM 0F CHLORINE WHEN TESTED. MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTD TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. MACHINE NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME, AWARE OF ISSUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025
  7. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. License

    13 infractions

    • 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
      • MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN-ON LEDGE UNDER MICROWAVE,ON LEDGES OF DIAPERS,PAPER GOODS.YELLOW ROOM-ON FLOOR IN TEACHERS RESOURCE AREA,ON SCIENCE SHELF AND ON FLOOR INSIDE OF ELECTRICAL ROOM.SHARKS ROOM-ON TOY SHELF AND WALL LEDGE.BLUE ROOM-ON SCISSOR SHELF,WALL LEDGE,SHELF IN TEACHERS RESOURCE AREA.LIONS ROOM-TOY SHELF IN CORNER & WALL LEDGE.SCHOOL AGE ROOM-ON FLOOR UNDER DOLL HOUSE.DOLPHINS ROOM-TOY SHELF.HOT WATER TANK /STORAGE ROOM-ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CONTAINERS AND ARTICLES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/1/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2" GAP ALONG RIGHT SIDE OF GARAGE OVERHEAD DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
    • 44. UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
      • MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON REAR DISH STORAGE SHELF.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SCHOOL AGE SHELVING UNITS.MUST DEFROST FREEZER IN SMALL REFRIGERATOR IN ORANGE ROOM.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • MUST REPLACE MISSING LID ON SUMP PUMP IN BASEMENT.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN STAFF TOILET ROOMS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN LIONS ROOM.KITCHEN-LOOSE AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.SCHOOL AGE TOILET ROOM REMOVE TAPE FROM WALL BASE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALL IN YELLOW ROOM.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN HOT WATER TANK/STORAGE AREA,YELLOW ROOM,LIONS CLOSET.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,BURNT OUT LIGHT IN EAGLES ROOM.

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