FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
KIPP ASCEND PRIMARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 4, 2025
Canvass
License #26041
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 4, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN RESTROOMS ON FLOORS 1-3. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE STORAGE IN THE LUNCHROOM AREA AND IN THE COMPUTER MDF ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE STORAGE IN THE LUNCHROOM AREA AND IN THE COMPUTER MDF ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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