LITTLE SPROUTS CHILDCARE
RACINE, WI·REGULAR CERTIFIEDLicensed
Contact information
Address1826 Blake Ave, Racine, WI, 53404-2318
Phone262-234-2357
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity6
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High7
- Medium11
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1826 Blake Ave, Racine, WI, 53404-2318, RACINE, WI 53404-2318
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/26/2025
- High0
- Medium-High7
- Medium11
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk9/26/2025
No Certified Family Child Care Operator May Have More Than 3 Children Under 7 Years Of Age Who Are Not Related To The Child Care Operator In Care At Any Given Time. (202.08(6)(a))
Based on attendance records collected 08/05/2025, the provider has more than 3 children under 7 years of age attending at once. Rule 202.08(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
An Operator's Emergency Plan Shall Include Procedures For All Of The Following: A. Evacuation, Relocation, Shelter-In-Place, And Lock-Down. B. Communication And Reunification With Families. C. Ensuring That The Needs Of All Children Are Met, Including Chi
Provider did not have picture emergency plan posted. Rule 202.08(4m)(a)1.a-c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Using Information Obtained On The Department-Provided Child Care
Child 2 has incomplete intake for child under 2 form. Rule 202.08(12)(g) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
Prior To A Child's First Day Of Attendance For Any Child In Care, Obtaining Information On A Form Prescribed By The Department With Enrollment And Health History Information, Including All Of The Following: 1. The Parents' Home And Work Phone Numbers. 2.
Children 1, 2, 5, 8, & 9 have incomplete child enrollment & health history forms. Rule 202.08(12)(f)1-4 (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Developing A Written Contract That Specifies The Charge For Chil
Children 1 & 2 missing signed contracts. Rule 202.08(12)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or Deteriorating Paint On Exterior Or Interior Surfaces In Areas Accessible To Children. (202.08(2)(L))
Chipping paint near back door. Rule 202.08(2)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
Indoor And Outdoor Areas Accessible To Children Shall Be Free Of Pet And Animal Excrement. (202.08(2)(m)4.)
Dead mouse & mouse traps in backyard. Rule 202.08(2)(m)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
Smoking Is Prohibited Anywhere On The Premises Or In A Vehicle Used To Transport Children When Children Are In Care. (202.08(2)(k))
Cigeratte/Cigar found in backyard. Rule 202.08(2)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
Outdoor Play Areas Shall Be Well-Drained And Be Free Of Hazards, And Have The Following Protections In Place: (202.08(2)(e))
Backyard has mutliple hazards including a dead mouse, lawn mowers accessible, broken fence pieces, water-filled fish tank and coolers, 2 broken screen doors, etc. Rule 202.08(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Hazards. Potentially Dangerous Items And Materials Harmful To Children, Including Power Tools, Flammable Or Combustible Materials, Insecticides, Matches, Drugs And Any Articles Labeled Hazardous To
Loose TV cord, loose cord next to couch, another loose cord behind couch. Plastic bags in reach/accessible to children. Cleaning supplies on kitchen counter. Rubbing alcohol on bathroom counter. Missing outlet covers. Boxes in living room unstable. 2 Bottles of weed killer on front porch. Rule 202.08(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/5/2025
The Inside Temperature Of The Home May Not Be Less Than 67 Degrees Fahrenheit. (202.08(2)(b)1.)
Temperature of home was 64 degrees. Rule 202.08(2)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
The Home Shall Have A Functional Smoke Detector On Each Floor Level In Accordance With The Requirements Of S. 101.645, Stats. (202.08(2)(ar))
No smoke detector on 2nd floor. Rule 202.08(2)(ar) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
A One-Unit Or Two-Unit Residential Building Shall Have A Functional Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed In The Basement And On Each Level Of The Building, Excluding The Garage And Attic, In Accordance With The Requirements Of S. 101.647, Stats. (202.08(2)(
No carbon monoxide detector on 2nd floor or basement. Rule 202.08(2)(am)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/5/2025
For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 2 Years Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 2 Years Thereafter (202.08(4)(a)2.
Child 2, 11, and 12 need updated health report. Rule 202.08(4)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/23/2025
A Certified Child Care Operator Shall Permit A Child Care Certification Worker To Have Unrestricted Access To The Premises, Including Access To Children Served, Child Records, And Any Other Materials Related To Compliance Under This Chapter. (202.08(1m)(a
Certification staff made two unsuccessful attempts to conduct an unannounced visit on 6/25/25 & 7/23/25. Rule 202.08(1m)(a)9. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/11/2025
No Certified Family Child Care Operator May Have More Than 3 Children Under 7 Years Of Age Who Are Not Related To The Child Care Operator In Care At Any Given Time. (202.08(6)(a))
More than 3 kids under 7 at once who are not related Rule 202.08(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/11/2025
No Certified Family Operator May Have More Than 6 Children In Care, Including Children Related To The Operator, Except That If 3 Of The Children Are Under The Age Of 2, The Total Number Of Children May Not Exceed 5. (202.08(6)(b)1.)
more than 6 children in care Rule 202.08(6)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/11/2025
The Operator Shall Maintain Documentation Of The Actual Hours That A Provider Who Is Not Also The Operator Has Worked. (202.08(5)(j))
Provider did not have hrs worked on attendance schedule. Rule 202.08(5)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,666/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Wisconsin run about $1,231/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Wisconsin by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: RACINE
- Capacity: 6
- Type: REGULAR CERTIFIED
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