FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
REACH FOR THE STARS CHILDCARE ACADEMY INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
REACH FOR THE STARS CHILDCARE ACADEMY INC
(AKA: REACH FOR THE STARS CHILDCARE ACADEMY)
6447-6459 S DR MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, Chicago 60637
Children's Services Facility
November 12, 2025
Canvass
License #2928953
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This children's services facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 12, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON CEMENT BLOCK UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, BEHIND STOVE, ALONG CABINETS IN KITCHEN, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN KITCHEN STORAGE AREAS, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN FRONT STAFF WASHROOM, ON CUBBIES IN HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED DRAINPIPE NOT CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO FLOOR DRAIN UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONNECT DRAINPIPE DIRECTLY TO FLOOR DRAIN TO PREVENT SPILLAGE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED DRAINPIPE NOT CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO FLOOR DRAIN UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONNECT DRAINPIPE DIRECTLY TO FLOOR DRAIN TO PREVENT SPILLAGE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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