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RACINE, WI·REGULAR CERTIFIEDLicensed
Contact information
Address1200 Howard St, Racine, WI, 53404-2816
Phone262-994-4995
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity6
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High14
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1200 Howard St, Racine, WI, 53404-2816, RACINE, WI 53404-2816
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/16/2025
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- Medium-High14
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk12/16/2025
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.
Provider missing Child Enrollment & Health History form for child 8. Rule 202.08(12)(f)1-4 (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/16/2025
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
Provider had plastic bags in reach of children (Fixed while staff was present). Rule 202.08(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
The Operator Shall Ensure That Each Vehicle Used To Transport Children Is In Safe Operating Condition. (202.08(9)(h)3.)
Certification agency unsure if the vehicle used to transport child care children on 11/11/25 is in safe operating condition. Rule 202.08(9)(h)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
A Vehicle Shall Be Equipped With A Child Safety Alarm That Prompts The Driver To Inspect The Vehicle For Children Before Exiting If All Of The Following Conditions Apply: 1. The Vehicle Is Owned Or Leased By The Operator Or A Contractor Of The Operator. 2
Provider does not have a vehicle alarm. Rule 202.08(9)(p) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
No Person May Transport A Child Under 8 Years Of Age In A Motor Vehicle, Unless The Child Is Restrained In A Child Safety Restraint System That Is Appropriate To The Child's Age And Size In Accordance With S. 347.48, Stats., And Ch. Trans 310. (202.08(9)(
Certification agency unsure if the child care children transported on 11/11/2025 were in child restraint systems. Rule 202.08(9)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
The Operator Shall Ensure That Each Vehicle Used To Transport Children Is Clean, Uncluttered, And Free Of Obstruction On The Floors, Aisles, And Seats. (202.08(9)(h)2.)
Certification agency unsure if the vehicle used to transport child care children on 11/11/25 is free from any potentially hazardous items. Rule 202.08(9)(h)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
The Operator Shall Ensure That Each Vehicle Used To Transport Children Is Registered With The Wisconsin Department Of Transportation Or The Appropriate Authority In Another State. (202.08(9)(h)1.)
Agency unsure of the registration of the vehicle used to transport child care children on 11/11/2025. Rule 202.08(9)(h)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
Prior To The Day A Driver First Transports Children In Care, The Operator Shall Submit To The Certification Agency A Copy Of The Driving Record For Each Driver And Obtain Approval Of The Driver From The Certification Agency. (202.08(9)(f)1.)
Provider has not submitted a copy of their driving records to obtain approval from the certification agency. Rule 202.08(9)(f)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
The Driver Of A Vehicle Used To Transport Children In Care Shall Be At Least 18 Years Of Age, Have At Least One Year Of Driving Experience, And Hold A Valid Driver License For The State Where The Driver Resides And For The Type Of Vehicle Driven. (202.08(
Provider has not submitted a valid driver license. Rule 202.08(9)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
Before Transporting A Child, An Operator Shall Obtain Signed Permission From The Parent For Transportation And Emergency Information For Each Child. (202.08(9)(b))
Provider does not have signed permissions for transportation and emergency information for each child. Rule 202.08(9)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/11/2025
An Operator Shall Submit A Request To The Certification Agency If The Operator Wishes To Change Any Of The Following: 1. The Hours, Days, Or Months That The Operator Provides Care. 2. The Name Of The Operator's Child Care Program. 3. The Operator's Phone
Provider transporting child care children without submitting a request. Rule 202.08(1m)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/11/2025
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
2nd attempt to complete unannounced visit, and did not gain entry. Rule 202.08(1m)(a)9. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/13/2025
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))
Provider has more than 3 children under 7 years of age, not related, attending at the same time on attendance collected. Rule 202.08(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/2/2025
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
Gasoline container and grill in reach of children outside of the back door in backyard (2nd exit). Rule 202.08(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/2/2025
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 have incomplete enrollment and health history forms (page 3). Rule 202.08(12)(f)1-4 (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk12/4/2024
A Certified Child Care Operator Shall Comply With All Laws Governing The Certified Child Care Program And Its Operation, Including S. 48.686, Stats., And Ch. Dcf 13 And Ensure That All Employees And Volunteers Comply With These Laws. (202.08(1m)(a)4.)
Provider did not submit fingerprint-based background check by expected completion date on correction plan, nor follow up with a new scheduled appointment date. Letter for fingerprint-based background check was mailed from the state on 06/13/24. Rule 202.08(1m)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/20/2024
A Certified Child Care Operator Shall Comply With All Laws Governing The Certified Child Care Program And Its Operation, Including S. 48.686, Stats., And Ch. Dcf 13 And Ensure That All Employees And Volunteers Comply With These Laws. (202.08(1m)(a)4.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 202.08(1m)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/4/2024
The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Have On File For Each Child In Care A Record Of The Child's Immunization History To Document Compliance With S. 252.04, Stats., And Ch. Dhs 144. (202.08(4)(e))
Child #11 Missing Immunization Record Rule 202.08(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/19/2024
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
2nd attempt to complete unannounced visit, and did not gain entry. Rule 202.08(1m)(a)9. (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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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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