Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln

25 Blackstone Valley Place, Lincoln, RI 02865
School / Childcare
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln was last inspected on Apr 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

Across the inspection history, certified food protection manager is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

The city-wide average is 87, putting Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen is very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
90
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quat sanitizing solution for the three bay.
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
86
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
95
May 2, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the toasters were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment has a Serv-safe employee that is not registered with RIDOH. Application given to person in charge
2-102.12
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen is very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cabinets and oven have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
74
Nov 15, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment has a Serv-safe employee that is not registered with RIDOH.
2-102.12
95
Oct 25, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of toasters were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. establishment will use the 3-compartment sink and quat disinfectant until the dishwasher is in good condition.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment has a Serv-safe employee does not register with RIDOH.
2-102.12
74
Jun 6, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Unit was put out of service during time of the inspection. 3 Bay sink should be used for washed rinsed and sanitized. Invoice or proof for fixes should be sent to food inspector as a corrected action.
4-501.113
86
May 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine and quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution for the dishwasher and 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Bottle was change at the time of the inspection.
4-501.113
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cereal cabinet have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln?

Across the inspection record, certified food protection manager has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln.

How does Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln compare to other restaurants in Lincoln?

Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lincoln average of 87.

Has Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cadence Academy Preschool@ Lincoln is inspected around three times per year on average.