ST. JOHN'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

Items marked keep out of the reach of children were stored in an unlocked cabinets and were in areas accessible to children in multiple classrooms. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Report - Incident Or Accident (251.04(3)(a))

The Center failed to report to the Department within 24 hours of becoming aware that a child, who suffered an injury while in its care on March 12, 2026, received medical assistance. The incident was self-reported on March 18, 2026. Rule 251.04(3)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)

Staff days and worked hours record was inaccurate when staff member counted in ratio did not sign in or out on multiple classrooms on different days. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))

Staff members engaged in prohibited actions that were emotionally or physically discomforting when these individuals frequently used a harsh tone of voice that intimidated and frightened the children. They also grabbed the children by the arms to redirect them, which caused them to cry afterward. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

A staff member that is currently working at the center did not complete a background check that indicates she was eligible to care for children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)

The sandbox was not in a good condition it was full of rotten, wrapped boards and had splinters that could hurt children. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

Items marked keep out of the reach of children were accessible by the School Age program main entrance. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

Staff A was missing documentation of having received and completed an orientation within the first week of started to work at the center. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff A was missing documentation of having completed a Child Abuse and Neglect Training. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))

Staff A was missing documentation of having completed Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training prior to beginning to work with children under 5 years of age. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff A did not have a physical examination report within the 30 days of being hired that indicated the person was free of illness and able to work with children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

A staff 1 and 2 did not complete a background that indicated that the individual was eligible to care for children prior to assumed their position. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

Potentially harmful materials were accessible to children when cleaning products were stored in an unlocked cabinets at the Red Room bathroom. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints (251.06(9)(g)1.b.)

The kitchen helper did not wear an effective hair restraint while she was preparing the meal. Rule 251.06(9)(g)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)

The Red Room medical logbook had pages ripped from it. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff A did not have a physical examination report within the 30 days of being hired that indicated the person was free of illness and able to work with children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

Staff A was missing documentation of having received an orientation within the first week of being hired. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))

At least 30 days before the continuation review date of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department the following materials: 1. A completed license continuation application. 2. The license renewal fee and any forfeiture due and owing. 3. Any changes to center policies. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).