Child Care Center
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The Berry Patch East
Edina, MN
· Hennepin County
5300 FRANCE AVE S,
Edina, MN 55410
Quick Facts
Capacity
134 children
Age Range
Toddlers, Preschool
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
1098741
License Holder
Normandy Trail L.L.C.
Licensed Since
2020
License Issued
Jan 1, 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
The Berry Patch began in 1983 in the home of the founder Berrie Lounsberry. The reason behind its founding 25 years ago remains the same today ' to give children a love of learning in a fun loving faith-based environment
Additional Information:
Per Building Inspector - Temporary building approved through 7/22/20; Per building inspector, extension of temporary occupancy approved until July 31, 2022.;
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours9:00AM - 3:00PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2025-12-17 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-12-08 | 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.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - 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. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. 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 |
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| 2024-11-20 | 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 Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility 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: 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 |
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| 2023-12-06 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Violation Description: Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage 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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| 2022-11-09 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17; and Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e). - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20. - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11. - Facility
Minnesota Statues, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b) (1) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2. - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. 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 |
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| 2021-05-26 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water Violation Description: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-02 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2017-06-01 | Correction Order | |
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