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Playschool Child Care
Maplewood, MN
· Ramsey County
1709 N Mcknight Rd,
Maplewood, MN 55109
Quick Facts
Capacity
109 children
Age Range
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
801948
License Holder
Playschool, Inc.
Licensed Since
1986
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Ramsey County Human Service Department
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About the Provider
Children live learn play and grow at Playschool Child Care Inc. of Maplewood Minnesota. Playschool provides well-designed childcare programs and facilities at a reasonable price. Supporting North St. Paul Maplewood and surrounding areas (School District 622) for 20+ years Playschool is a fully licensed child care facility for children age six weeks to 5 years. Playschool offers an Explorer Club for school-age children (5-12) for licensed before- and after-school care.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-08-13 | Reconsideration Response Correction Order | |
| 2026-02-09 | Reconsideration Response Correction Order | |
| 2025-11-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
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 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
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
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.41, subdivision 13 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 11 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2 - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
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 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training Violation Description: 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. 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 did not contain all required items. Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Facility: The program's space was not clean. 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. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Food and Water: The program used water bottles or reusable cups to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Infant and Toddler Care: The diaper changing area was not properly equipped. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a 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: All staff did not complete ongoing 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 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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| 2025-11-04 | Reconsideration Response Correction Order | |
| 2025-09-08 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 1 - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: The program violated the behavior guidance general requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-07-30 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List
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
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 4 - Food and Water
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.41, subdivision 13 - Food and Water
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 3, item B, (1) - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 3, item B, (2) - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 15, paragraph (a) - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27, paragraphs (c) and (d) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: 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. Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. 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. Food and Water: Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. 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: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. 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. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: Infants were mixed with children of other age categories. Program Practices: There was more than a 36-month age range in a mixed age group. Program Practices: The program was not operating within the terms of the license. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise school age children when required. |
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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 |
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| 2025-06-20 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 1 - Behavior Guidance
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (d) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Behavior Guidance: The program violated the behavior guidance general requirements. 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. Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not specify policies and procedures to minimize risks to children identified by DCYF. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. |
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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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| 2024-09-12 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. |
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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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| 2023-10-25 | Fine Order | |
| 2023-08-14 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.18 - Background Studies Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not remove an individual with a background study disqualification. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) See Licensing Action |
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| 2023-07-26 | Fine Order | |
| 2023-07-12 | Licensing Investigation | - 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.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) See Licensing Action Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-08-25 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 245A.40, subd 1 and 245A.04, subd 14, para (b) (1) - Staff Training Violation Description: 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 Not Yet Submitted |
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| 2020-11-25 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-06-10 | Correction Order | |
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