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Little B's Child Care Center

Barnum, MN · Carlton County
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ 2.0 (6 reviews)
3690 COUNTY ROAD 13, Barnum, MN 55707
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Quick Facts

Capacity
73 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
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Active License
License Number
1048704
License Holder
Little B's Learning Center L. L. C.
Licensed Since
2007
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Carlton County Human Service Center

Reviews

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Proactive Parent
2024-02-02 10:14:11
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Instead of investigating abuse and neglect claims made to the owner about our children, Renee chose to kick our family out of the program after agreeing that the issues were concerning and set a time to meet with us; we were met with a cop and threats of trespassing all with a smile on her face. I have screenshots to anyone who wants to see the truth. The staff member we believed to have abused our 17 month old walked by us with a smile on her face as well. This is the second awful encounter with this women, we should have never went back after she kicked us out the first time for a gentle reminder to have her staff cleans our children’s faces and their diapers.

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Highly disappointed
2024-01-31 02:04:22
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

On both occurrences owner became confrontational with me when I addressed an issue that I've in person had addressed with a staff member. Of which I was informed by that staff member that they would say something to the afternoon staff to clean up the children's faces. Everyday that my two youngest children got home from this daycare I've had to fight with them to get the hardened boogers off their noses and the dirtiness on their cheeks (that wasn’t easy to do when I had a broken foot at the time). That's all I was asking the owner to do was address this matter, as my 2 year old and 1 year old do not know how to clean their own faces yet. Sent a message on there app and got a phone call from the owner, 1 minute into the phone call conversation, the owner was very defensive about the issue and said that my children were not going to be allowed to come back because the owner felt that I was unappreciative of their help. Renee let them come back and then kicked our children out again because my wife who has been very patient with her and her staff. Tried to voice her concerns about our youngest daughter’s behavior. Nothing changed with my previous complaints. Of which my wife and I were in agreement to deal with. It was very hard to ignore the reality of how much we’ve had to walk on eggshells with her. Voiced our new concerns. She had the cops there this time, my children’s belongings already packed up, Saying that we were harassing and threatening her and staff and we can no longer step on the grounds and made sure that the cop told my wife and I, in front of our older children we will be trespassers after today. Sad to say but she did this with a smile on her face.

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Jordan Berry
2020-09-09 20:10:40
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

My son loves this place! He is always smiling when he gets there. He always reaches for the staff right away to be held. I've never had a problem there and everyone has been super nice and attentive. Such a great daycare

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stephanie buetow
2018-06-07 11:47:14
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My son has been going here for about 9 months. There have been a few hiccups along the way. However I highly reccomend little b's. The teachers here are awesome. My son had blossomed since starting here. He had completely come out if his shell. I owe a big thanks to the folks there for the growth and transformation in my child. Pays, he absolutely loves it there.

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Observer
2016-07-18 21:38:11
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

Owner Renee, rude, catty, unprofessional and clearly cares more about the dollar signs then the well being of children. I wouldn't leave my dog here to be watched. Don't let this snarky selfish owner come anywhere near your child. Glad I didn't sign with this place for care.

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Parent
2016-07-13 00:25:24
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Unsanitary, unprofessional and the owner is rude and seems to be in business only for the money. Parents beware.

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About the Provider

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Little B's Child Care Center is a Child Care Center in Barnum MN, with a maximum capacity of 73 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

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Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type Report Status
2026-06-23 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 10 - 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 17 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.41, subdivision 13 - Food and Water Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5; and section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 15, paragraph (a) - Program Practices 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 Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - 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 9 - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training
Violation Description: Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: The program's bathrooms were not clean. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: Outside doors and windows had damaged or missing screens. Food and Water: The program used water bottles or reusable cups to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: The program was not operating within the terms of the license. 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. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.
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 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 Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2025-06-23 Fine Order
2025-06-09 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (a) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 10 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0050, subpart 4 - Nap and Rest Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications 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. Emergency Preparedness: The program did not use the DHS Child Care Emergency Plan form. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Nap and Rest: The program did not meet napping area and equipment requirements. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant 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.
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
2024-08-12 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060, subpart 1 - Equipment and Supplies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications 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.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. Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Equipment and Supplies: Equipment was not appropriate to the age categories served. Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. 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 Individual Child Care Program Plan 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 Corrected on site
2023-09-18 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - 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 7 - Staff Training
Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a new background study for an individual with an expired background study. Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Staff Training: Child development and learning training 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
2022-11-04 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0125, item G; and 9503.0140, subpart 5. - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d). - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20. - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b). - Staff Training 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
Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. 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
2020-12-04 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2019-08-06 Correction Order
2017-06-21 Correction Order

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