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Peli Preschool & Family Center
La Crescent, MN
· Houston County
21 N HILL ST,
La Crescent, MN 55947
Quick Facts
Capacity
67 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (507) 895-4440
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
808184
License Holder
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Licensed Since
1994
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Houston County Human Services
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About the Provider
The mission of Prince of Peace Christian Preschool (Peli School) is to assist Prince of Peace Lutheran Church to fulfill the congregation's mission of providing educational programs to meet the needs of the congregation and the church at large. Peli School is planned to develop the whole child: spiritually socially emotionally creatively intellectually and physically. Learning programs are age and individually appropriate providing excellence in education within a Christian environment. Peacemaking skills are emphasized empowering the children to live and interact with others and with God's creation in nonviolent ways.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours8am-12:30pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2025-12-17 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 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 Violation Description: Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: 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 Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-11-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 245A.40, subdivision 1 - Staff Training Violation Description: Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include 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 |
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| 2023-12-07 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.20, subdivision 1 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (c) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (b), clause (2) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not contact DHS when a submitted background study did not appear in the program's list of active studies. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Infant and Toddler Care: Infants were not moved to a crib after falling asleep. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include a complete assessment of the environment surrounding the facility. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing 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 Corrected on site 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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| 2023-07-26 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0115; and 9503.0125 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 4 - Fire and Safety Codes Violation Description: Children's Records: The program did not have a file for each child. Fire and Safety Codes: The floor plan 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 |
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| 2023-03-15 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 5; and part 9503.0115, item G - Behavior Guidance
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 4 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0110, subpart 3, items D and E and subpart 4, item B - Documentation Logs
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 4 - Fire and Safety Codes
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0090, subpart 2, item D - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0100 - Parent Permissions
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Policies and Procedures for Parents
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0090, subpart 1 - Policies and Procedures for Parents
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
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 2 - Staff Training Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: The separation log was not complete. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain updated physical exam documentation when required. Documentation Logs: The program did not have documentation of fire and/or tornado drills. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Fire and Safety Codes: The floor plan did not contain all required items. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Food and Water: The program did not have a menu available on site. Infant and Toddler Care: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. Infant and Toddler Care: Daily written reports were not provided to parents. Parent Permissions: Parental permission was not obtained before a field trip. Policies and Procedures for Parents: The program's policies and procedures for parents was not complete. Policies and Procedures for Parents: The program's policies and procedures for parents was not complete. 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: All staff did not complete ongoing 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 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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| 2022-12-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health 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.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 245A.40, subdivision 1 - 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: Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. 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: 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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| 2020-11-23 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-02-05 | Fine Order | |
| 2020-01-24 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-01-31 | Correction Order | |
| 2017-08-15 | Fine Order | |
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