ENCOURAGING HEARTS AND MINDS CC SERV
MILWAUKEE, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address8904 W Grantosa Dr, Milwaukee, WI, 53225-4947
Phone414-418-6858
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-10:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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8904 W Grantosa Dr, Milwaukee, WI, 53225-4947, MILWAUKEE, WI 53225-4947
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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
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/6/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- High risk8/6/2025
Child Record - Health History - Medical Condition Symptoms (250.04(6)(a)1m.f.)
Child #3 has a listed medical condition. There is no information on file regarding the triggers that may cause a problem, signs and symptoms for the provider to watch for, steps a provider should follow, when to call a parent regarding symptoms, and when the condition requires emergency medical care. Rule 250.04(6)(a)1m.f. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/6/2025
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))
Attendance is not current and accurate. On 7/16/25 a child has a sign in time but not a sign out time. This was corrected during the visit. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/6/2025
Staff File - Days, Hours Worked (250.05(2)(c))
Staff A who was working at the time of the visit was not signed in. Staff A was signed in on 8/4/25 but not signed out. Staff also did not sign out on 8/1/25. On 7/18/25 staff signed out but there was no time in. Rule 250.05(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/6/2025
Meals & Snacks - Records (250.06(9)(j))
There are no meal/snack records for 8/4/25. Rule 250.06(9)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/6/2025
Play Equipment - Manufacturer Instructions And Recommendations (250.07(3)(a)5.)
An infant sitting in a bouncy seat was placed in a Pack N Play. The bouncy seat was elevated due to the sleep surface being near the top of the Pack N Play. Bouncy seats should always be placed on the floor and never on an elevated surface. Rule 250.07(3)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/6/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (250.07(6)(f)1.a.)
The medication authorization form on file for the center does not have an end time. Rule 250.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk12/10/2024
Licensed Capacity (250.04(1)(a))
On 11/25/24 9 children were signed into care from 3:57pm until 4:30pm. Licensed capacity cannot exceed 8 children. Rule 250.04(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/10/2024
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))
Attendance was not accurate on 11/16/24 when a child was in care but then left to receive medical attention. According to the attendance the child was in care all day from 9:56am and 5:15pm. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/10/2024
Infant & Toddler - Use Of Safety Gates (250.09(1)(c)5.)
A 20-month-old child fell down the basement stairs. The safety gate at the top of the basement stairs was not secured when this occurred. Rule 250.09(1)(c)5. (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.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- 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
$1,606/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: MILWAUKEE
- Capacity: 8
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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