TENDER LOVING CARE CHILD CARE CTR
OSHKOSH, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address250 Josslyn St, Oshkosh, WI, 54902
Phone920-237-1941
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity80
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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250 Josslyn St, Oshkosh, WI, 54902, OSHKOSH, WI 54902
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/28/2026
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- Medium-High3
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk5/28/2026
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
On 5/28/26, staff were not signing in and out for all breaks. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/28/2026
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
On 5/28/26, in the back play yard there was a play structure exceeding 4 ft in height that the wood chips measured at 5 and 6 inches in spots in the fall zone. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/28/2026
Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))
On 5/28/26, there was 2 mobiles in 2 cribs and 1 hanging infant musical soother and 1 hanging sound machine. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/10/2026
Prohibited Actions - Physical Restraint, Restriction, Enclosure (251.07(2)(e)3.)
In the spring of 2026, a child care worker used prohibited actions when the worker leaned their body over a three-year-old child with one arm over the child's mid body and their elbow on the ground and the other arm/hand rubbing the child's back during naptime in response to the child actively kicking and trying to get away. The child was heard telling the worker to let the child up and to stop touching them. Rule 251.07(2)(e)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/10/2026
Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)
In the spring of 2026, a child care worker used prohibited actions when the worker admitted to spraying several children in the face with water from a spray bottle. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk12/3/2025
Contact With Children - Alcohol, Controlled Substances (251.055(1)(j))
The center self-reported that on 11/21/25, a child care worker, in contact with children but never alone with children, was under the influence of a controlled substance. Rule 251.055(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
there was one bottle of Tylenol in the Snuggle bear room with a blanket authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
Their were 2 medical authorizations in the snuggle bear room that had expired. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk9/20/2024
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)
One child did not have a current physical on file - updated once every 6 months - see checklist. His was last done on 5/1/23. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/20/2024
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
One intake in the snuggle bear room was not current (updated once every 3 months). Rule 251.09(1)(c) (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
$1,362/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: OSHKOSH
- Capacity: 80
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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