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Calvary Lutheran Preschool
Bemidji, MN
· Beltrami County
2508 Washington Ave SE,
Bemidji, MN 56601
Quick Facts
Capacity
65 children
Age Range
Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (218) 751-1893
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
800291
License Holder
Calvary Lutheran Church of Bemidji
Licensed Since
1986
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Beltrami County Human Services
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About the Provider
Calvary Lutheran Christian Preschool is an outreach ministry of Calvary Lutheran Church. Our mission is to provide preschool age children with quality school readiness opportunities in a safe and nurturing Christian setting.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours8:00 a.m.--4:30 p.m.
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-05-14 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DCYF discovered the error. Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-10-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (f) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The relocation site and evacuation route from the emergency preparedness plan was not posted. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-03-18 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.05, subdivision 2 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (b), clause (2) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (d) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (b)(1) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (c) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not verify that the background study information submitted was correct. Children's Records: The program did not have information about a child's known allergy. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration documentation procedures. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include a complete assessment of the environment surrounding the facility. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not specify policies and procedures to minimize risks to children identified by DHS. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include a complete assessment of the facility. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not specify ways to minimize risks identified in the facility and surrounding environment. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-03-29 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (f) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The relocation site and evacuation route from the emergency preparedness plan was not posted. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-07-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 245A.41, Subd. 1, (b) - Staff Training Violation Description: An allergy-related Individual Child Care Program Plan was not followed by staff. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Yet Submitted |
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| 2020-12-03 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-12-03 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-11-22 | Fine Order | |
| 2019-05-31 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-10-11 | Fine Order | |
| 2018-06-22 | Correction Order | |
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