Scribbles Academy

678 Killingly St, Johnston, RI 02919
School / Childcare
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Scribbles Academy has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 17, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The latest visit found one violation, down from two violations the time before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been proper cold holding temperatures, showing up two times.

Scribbles Academy's latest score of 100 sits above the Johnston average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Milk) was observed held at (48) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of product
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Classroom#5 refrigerator observed in poor repair.Observed ambient temperatures at 44DF. PIC informed. Facility not allowed to store any tcs food s in unit until repaired and/or replaced.
4-501.11
82
Oct 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Milk products was observed held at (47-49) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Milk product disposed of.
3-501.16(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the classroom refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottles of chemicals were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
6-301.13
67
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sign not posted (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The signage is lacking a hand-washing sink.
6-301.14
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Scribbles Academy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Scribbles Academy on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Scribbles Academy?

Across the inspection record, proper cold holding temperatures has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Scribbles Academy.

How does Scribbles Academy compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Scribbles Academy most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Scribbles Academy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Scribbles Academy have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Scribbles Academy 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 Scribbles Academy inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Scribbles Academy is inspected around three times per year on average.