LUTHERAN HOME CHILDREN'S CENTER
WAUWATOSA, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address7500 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213-1717
Phone414-316-2297
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity75
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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7500 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213-1717, WAUWATOSA, WI 53213-1717
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/28/2026
- High2
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk5/28/2026
Infant & Toddler - Correct Food, Breastmilk, Or Formula (251.09(3)(a)2m.)
On May 26, 2026 an 11 month old child was fed two ounces of a different child's formula. The prepared bottle was labeled correctly; the staff person did not check the label prior to feeding the child. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/4/2026
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff F's CPR certificate was expired. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/4/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
During the visit, a staff person in the mighty saplings room did not implement a tracking system with the six children in care. A direct forfeiture was issued for this violation June 6, 2025. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/4/2026
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
A bottle in the small seeds room was not labeled with the child's name and dated. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk5/27/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
A three year old child was unaccounted for and not within sight and sound for approximately 3 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk5/27/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
Child tracking was not being properly implemented when a three year old child was left alone in the a hallway/classroom for approximately 3 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/6/2025
Child Record - Enrollment Information (251.04(6)(a)1.)
Child 5 had incomplete enrollment forms available for review at the time for the monitoring visit. Child had incomplete authorized persons and emergency contacts available for review. Rule 251.04(6)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/6/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Staff C did not have Abusive Head Trauma available for review at the time of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (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)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,362/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: WAUWATOSA
- Capacity: 75
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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