Child Care Center
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Discovery Kids
Benson, MN
· Swift County
1800 NEVADA AVE,
Benson, MN 56215
Quick Facts
Capacity
42 children
Age Range
Infants, 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
1086726
License Holder
Benson Public School District 0777-01
Licensed Since
2017
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Swift County Human Services
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About the Provider
Discovery Kids is a Child Care Center in Benson MN, with a maximum capacity of 42 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infants, Toddlers, Preschool. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
RESTRICTION - TEMPORARY UNITL OCT 1, 2017 PER FIRE INSPECTION.;
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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| 2026-04-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 3 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Food and Water: Staff did not wash the tables used for meals with soap and water. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan 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 |
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| 2025-07-15 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2 - Program Practices Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. |
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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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| 2025-03-12 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.07, subdivision 5 - Postings
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (c) - 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: Background Studies: The program did not met all background study requirements for controlling individuals. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: Staff persons were not informed of changes to an Individual Child Care Program Plan. 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 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 |
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| 2024-11-05 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-07-02 | Fine Order | |
| 2024-06-12 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 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 emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. 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. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. 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. |
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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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| 2023-09-15 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-07-19 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a new background study for an individual with an expired background study. 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. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. |
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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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| 2020-10-21 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-04-29 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-01-29 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
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