FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
PATHWAYS TO LEARNING CHILD CARE INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
PATHWAYS TO LEARNING CHILD CARE INC.
6535 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60629
Daycare Above and Under 2 Years
October 9, 2025
License Re-Inspection
License #2215782
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This daycare above and under 2 years was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 9, 2025. The inspection type was "License Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH(S) ON PREP SURFACE AREA IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 OBSERVED MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE IN PUBLIC/EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 OBSERVED DUST/DIRT BUILDUP ON VENTS IN PUBLIC/EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN TCONTINUED NON-COMHE KITCHEN OVER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FURNACE ROOM AND BURNED-OUT LIGHTBULB IN THE TODDLER/CATTERPILLAR CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 OBSERVED DUST/DIRT BUILDUP ON VENTS IN PUBLIC/EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN TCONTINUED NON-COMHE KITCHEN OVER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FURNACE ROOM AND BURNED-OUT LIGHTBULB IN THE TODDLER/CATTERPILLAR CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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