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Madina Academy LLC

Columbia Heights, MN · Anoka County
4025 University Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
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Capacity
60 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
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📞 (763) 789-4923
4025 University Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
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Active License
License Number
1048390
License Holder
Madina Academy Inc
Licensed Since
2007
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Anoka County Community Action Programs
License Conditions: Conditional Use Permit sets maximum of 56 children cared for on premises.

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Madina Academy is an academy administered by a community of educated leaders that oversee teachers, qualified teachers, qualified aids, volunteers and parents as care takers to instill their knowledge to the children they take care of.

The main goal is to produce successful and ready for school better yet ready for life children that will surpass their expectations in every step they take. We are committed to each and every one of those children to become very successful in life early on, therefore we strive the way their brain is stimulated for the time that they are with us at the academy and we hope to teach them how to retain and use that knowledge throughtout their life.

We have many different programs that the children make very busy throughtout the day. For the school age we have quran memorization, islamic education, lecture giving, math, social studies, history and other brain development discussions. They take pride in participating in all and they are very eagar to attend each and every class that they attend. They are always hungry for more for the informations presented to them and they all eagerly participate in the question and answer sessions.

It teaches them how to be a leader in the community that they live in. It teaches them to respect themselves and to respect others and finally and most importantly it teaches them to be humble no matter how much knowledge they have.

We also have preschool children that are as eagar as their predecessors. The programs that we present to our preschool is of course little different from the ones presented to our school age children. Even though we try to follow a miniture of the school age program, it is little flexible and is governned by their age, meaning age appropriate.

The curiculum for our preschool children also includes quran memorization, islamic education, history, fine motor skills, painting, beginning arabic language, math, intensive one on one english reading program, beginning somali language speaking, art, music, story telling, and other brain stimulating games. Both visual and audio media is utilized in their program to facilitate their learning process.

We have two english programs that we utilize and introduce to our preschool children. One is Hooked on phonics and the other is my child can read. Both programs are followed throughly to give maximum brain retention to increase the learnng curve for the child. The result of those combined programs and the commitment and tireless effort of their teachers have produced many success in our preschool program and can be seen on the number of kids that can read both arabic and english by age five in a second grade level.

For our toddler program, we have age appropriate learning, even though they also are introduced to my baby can read program, their teachers mostly concentrate on how to make them ready for the task ahead of them in preschool. We focus in teaching them alphabet letters and beginning letter recognition both in english and arabic, fine motor skills, painting, story telling, etc. Both visual and audio media is utilized in their program to facilitate their learning process.

For our infants, they are the luckiest of all, as they have the most caring parents as care takers that are hand selected for them. For their commitment in caring our infants, they make sure that infants have the best environment that are closest to home if not better when it comes to caring. At the infant room, they are introduced in story telling, languages both english and somali, differen t objects are introduced to them for touch and feel, etc. They have the most human interaction in all programs as needed in their developing brain.

In addition to commiting to our children’s learning process, we also strive to encourage and educate their parents that participate in parents as care takers program by giving them fifty percent scholarships of getting their child development certificate and we left the other fifty percent for their responsibility so they can commit the program and follow through it untill they get their certiificate from the state. These combined efforts create a community that are eagar to learn all the time and professional parents as care takers as they are learning not only from their CDA class but also from educated administration that are willing to build its community to produce a healthy functioning individuals to raise a healthy functioning children to become leaders for tomorrow in every community they happenn to live in.

It is and evnironment of learning that is desciplined and fruitfull.

We follow the best way of life. Alxamdulillaah.
Additional Information: RESTRICTION - A maximum of 56 children would be cared for on the premises per C.U.P.; Conditional Use Permit sets maximum of 56 children cared for on premises.;

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2026-06-18 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility 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 9503.0155, subpart 7, item D - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5; and section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 3, item B, (1) - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
Violation Description: Children's Records: The program released information from a child's file without authorization. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: The outdoor activity area was not clean and/or safe. Food and Water: Snack did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Program Practices: Infants were mixed with children of other age categories. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect.
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
2025-06-02 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 3 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (f) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, 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.40, subdivision 5a, paragraph (a) - 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
Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Emergency Preparedness: The relocation site and evacuation route from the emergency preparedness plan was not posted. Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant 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: All individuals caring for children under school age did not receive abusive head trauma training. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
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 Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2024-10-01 Licensing Investigation - See Violation(s)
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.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Not Submitted
2024-07-17 Fine Order
2024-06-24 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Background Studies Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0115; and 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (a) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 7, item D - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 16 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.07, subdivision 3, paragraph (a), clause (3) - Program Practices 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
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS as required. Children's Records: The program did not have a file for each child. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Emergency Preparedness: The program did not have an emergency preparedness plan. Facility: The outdoor activity area was not clean and/or safe. Facility: Fire extinguishers were not maintained. Program Practices: The program knowingly withheld relevant information or gave false or misleading information to DHS. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
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
2024-03-21 Maltreatment Investigation - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 4 - Behavior Guidance Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 5; and part 9503.0115, item G - Behavior Guidance Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0115, item B; and part 9503.0120 - Personnel Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, item A - Personnel Records 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
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Behavior Guidance: The program violated the behavior guidance policy for separating children from the group. Behavior Guidance: The separation log was not complete. Personnel Records: The program did not have a file for each staff person. Personnel Records: Staff files did not contain all required items. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.
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 Insufficient Correction Documentation Insufficient
2024-03-13 Fine Order
2023-06-12 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
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 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas 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
Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: Outside doors and windows had damaged or missing screens. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
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
2021-06-28 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Violation Description: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2020-11-23 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2019-10-22 Fine Order
2019-10-04 Correction Order
2018-11-06 Correction Order
2017-09-22 Correction Order

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