Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center

25 Danforth Street, Providence, RI 02908
School / Childcare
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around one violation found each time.

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surfaces clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The (door frame ) in the (kitchen ) area is in poor repair. Observed rusted holes. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled during inspection.
7-102.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the 1 door freezer have an accumulation of frost buildup.
4-602.13
86
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2024
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 sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink.
4-302.14
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.
4-501.115
86
Nov 30, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. PIC informed.
6-202.15
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the freezer shelving have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC informed.
4-602.13
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center.

How does Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around one per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center 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 Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smith Hill Early Childhood Learning Center is inspected around three times per year on average.