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Apple Tree Learning Center
Virginia, MN
· Saint Louis County
409 1st St N,
Virginia, MN 55792
Quick Facts
Capacity
148 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
800103
License Holder
Iron Range Learning and Development Center
Licensed Since
1982
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services
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About the Provider
Apple Tree Learning Center is a Child Care Center in Virginia MN, with a maximum capacity of 148 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.
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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| 2026-06-09 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 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 Violation Description: 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. |
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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 |
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| 2025-10-15 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 4 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2 - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Violation Description: Children with Special Needs: The program did not have the required documentation when a child received special needs services at the program. Children with Special Needs: The program did not have an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with special needs and/or staff did not follow the plan. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. |
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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 |
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| 2025-09-17 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (f) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - 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 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0050, subpart 4 - Nap and Rest Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Emergency Preparedness: The relocation site and evacuation route from the emergency preparedness plan was not posted. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Areas used by children 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. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Health Practices: The program's policy on preventing and responding to allergies did not include all required items. Infant and Toddler Care: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. 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. |
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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 |
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| 2024-09-18 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
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 9503.0145, subpart 7, item D - Infant and Toddler Care Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Infant and Toddler Care: Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. |
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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 |
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| 2023-10-10 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
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 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (b), clause (2) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: The program did not have information about a child's known allergy. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. 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. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include a complete assessment of the environment surrounding the facility. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. 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 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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| 2022-09-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d). - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 2. - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4, paragraph (c). - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Health Practices: The program's policy for handling and disposing of bodily fluids did not include all required items. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Staff Training: CPR training was not provided by an approved organization. |
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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 |
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| 2021-01-12 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-02-25 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-11-15 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-07-29 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-06-03 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-05-02 | Correction Order | |
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