Child Care Center
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Creative Early Learning Center
Minneapolis, MN
· Hennepin County
8 W 60TH ST,
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Quick Facts
Capacity
160 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (612) 861-4303
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
800522
License Holder
Richfield Evangelical Lutheran Church
Licensed Since
1975
License Issued
Feb 20, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Hennepin County Social Services
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About the Provider
Our Mission: Community Child Care Center's mission is to ensure that every child feels love and success every day.
Additional Information:
SFM grants temp occ until 11/01/23. Cannot use old infant room or add capacity until I-4 code reqs are met. Tods to temp move;
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2025-09-29 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-09-15 | 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.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. 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 Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted |
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| 2024-09-10 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. 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 |
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| 2023-09-27 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site |
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| 2023-09-27 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
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 7 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - 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 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Food and Water: Menus did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR 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 |
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| 2022-09-30 | Fine Order | |
| 2022-09-16 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3. - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site |
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| 2022-09-16 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraph (g). - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17; and Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e). - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9. - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19. - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20. - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12. - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D; and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1. - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1. - Reporting Requirements
Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0032, subpart 2; and 9503.0120, item B. - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4; and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, item D. - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3; and Minnesota Rules part 9503.0120, item D. - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, 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 DHS discovered the error. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Infant and Toddler Care: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. 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: 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 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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| 2021-09-28 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 245A.40, subd 3; 9503.0120, item D - Staff Training Violation Description: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-23 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-05-01 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2019-10-15 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-06-14 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2018-09-24 | Correction Order | |
| 2017-04-18 | Correction Order | |
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