JOYFUL BEGINNINGS ACADEMY

Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule (251.06(2)(n))

Several garbage containers throughout the center containing food waste failed to be covered. Rule 251.06(2)(n) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Equipment - Intended Use (251.06(11)(bm)1.)

Outdoor buggies failed to be used in accordance with the manufacture directions, brake handles had been taped down to disable them. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diapering & Food Preparation (251.09(4)(c))

An infant room failed to have a solid barrier or maintain the recommended at least 18 inches between the diapering area and any food preparation area. Lunch food bowls and food prep were observed sitting on the counter directly next to the diaper hand washing sink. Rule 251.09(4)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Soiled Diapers Disposal (251.09(4)(a)5.)

Soiled diaper failed to be disposed of in a hands free covered container. Not all containers were hands free and/or covered. Rule 251.09(4)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

An Infant diapering surfaced failed to be easily cleanable and able to be disinfected- surface was covered with a cloth cover. Corrected/removed during visit. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Audio Monitoring (251.09(1)(m))

One of the two infant rooms failed to have a working audio monitoring device used for napping children in the adjoining nap room. Rule 251.09(1)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

Medications no longer being administered and/or were expired failed to be sent home. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized (251.07(6)(f)5.)

All medications for a child shall be administered by the center as directed on the label and as authorized by the parent. An infant had a children's age medication on site, label indicated to consult a doctor for amount to be given to children under age 2, no note was present. Rule 251.07(6)(f)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)

A medication- Epi pen- failed to be labeled with the child's name and the directions for administration as required. The pen had no prescription label. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)

A medication on site-Tylenol- failed to have a current authorization from the parent to administer. A separate medications form-Epi pen-failed to be competed with the administration dates. Blanket authorizations that exceed the length of time specified on the label are prohibited. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Equipment - Intended Use (251.07(3)(a)5.)

Indoor bucket table seating failed to be used in accordance with the manufacture directions, several seats were missing their safety straps. Rule 251.07(3)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

Based on record review on 1/26/26 according to the Staff Record Checklist Staff Member A failed to have Biennial Child Abuse and Neglect on file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

Based on record review on 1/26/26 according to the Child Record Checklist Child 1 and Child 2 failed to have updated intakes every 3 months. Last update was completed 9/2025. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Audio Monitoring (251.09(1)(m))

Based on observation of both infant classrooms each classroom failed to have a working audio monitoring device within the nap room. Rule 251.09(1)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Bedding (251.09(1)(k))

Based on observation on 9/10/25 the licensing specialist entered the older infant classroom where an infant was asleep on the floor with a blanket covering their face. The licensing specialist immediately removed the blanket from the child's face and notified staff members and the owner of the facility. Rule 251.09(1)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Bottle Feeding (251.09(3)(a)9.)

Based on observation of video footage on 9/5/25 an infant was not held when an infant was being fed a bottle. They were fed a bottle while on the floor. Rule 251.09(3)(a)9. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Correct Food, Breastmilk, Or Formula (251.09(3)(a)2m.)

The program self reported that on 8/15/25 and on 9/8/25 staff member's fed children the wrong bottle of breast milk. These were two separate incidents that involved different children. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)

Based on observation on 9/10/25 infant bottles within the fridge in the young infant and older infant classrooms, failed to be labeled with each children's names and dates. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

Based on record review on 9/10/25 according to the Staff Record Checklist Staff Member D failed to have a health report on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)

Based on observation on 1/30/25 the center failed to have the department notice that was issued on 11/6/24 posted. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

Based on record review on 1/30/25 according to the Staff Record Checklist Staff Member A failed to have a health report on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Continuing Education (251.05(2)(a)7.)

Based on record review on 1/30/25 according to the Staff Record Checklist Staff Member A failed to have continuing education requirements for 2024. Rule 251.05(2)(a)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)

Based on a desk review and interview a staff member was working for the facility from 12/16/24-1/14/25 without a complete background check. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Equipment - Intended Use (251.07(3)(a)5.)

Based on a complaint and video observation Two bouncers within the Finches classroom were not used according to manufactures instructions on 9/27/24 when a child who is 6m 3 days was using bouncers recommended for only 6 months old. The bouncers were used within the classroom of all ages until licensing informed the program 10/22/24 of the manufacturers recommendations. The classroom age ranged from 6m-1yr Rule 251.07(3)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

Based on a complaint it was observed through video footage on 9/27/24 the child care worker failed to sanitize the diaper changing surface after ever diaper change. A child was changed right after another. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).