JOYFUL NOISE CHILDREN'S CENTER

Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

The center self reported that on March 10, 2026, child care worker(s) failed to supervise a 19-month-old child when the child was left outside for approximately a minute in an unfenced area while the rest of the class went inside. Another teacher saw the child walking back toward the door and took the child inside. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)

On 2/24/26, there were no dates listed on the authorization for gas drops in the infant room. In the 3-4 yr old room there was zyrtec with no dates listed on the authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

On 2/24/26, there was no authorization for an epi pen in the 3-4 yr old room. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

On 2/24/26, upon review of under 2 yr old intake forms there was one last updated 9/2025(reviewed every 3 months). Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))

Upon review of attendance on 10/31/25 for the Fawns there was a period from 11:06am-12:02pm there were 5 infants signed into the Fawn room with 1 staff until a second staff member came in at 12:03pm. The ratio of staff to children for this age group is 1:4. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mixed-Age Group - Staff-To-Child Ratio (251.055(2)(c))

On 10/31/25, in the owls room from 12:16pm-3:34pm there were 5 children under 1.5 yrs old and one 1.5 yr old with 1 teacher (weight of 1.393). This exceeded the amount of children for 1 teacher to care for. Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Report - Change In Administrator Or Center Director (251.04(3)(c))

On 10/29/25, during an investigation of a complaint it was confirmed that there was not proper notification to the department of a change in the president board and licensee. Rule 251.04(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Parent Notification - Injury, Consumption Of Allergen, Incorrect Medication (251.04(4)(a)2.c.)

On 10/29/25, upon review of the medical logs books there were multiple log entries of head injuries that would require notification of a parent and there was no notification in the Bright wheel app as stated that is how they notify parents if not a serious injury. Rule 251.04(4)(a)2.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On 10/29/25, there was no record of staff signing in and out of each room. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff member B did not have physical on file Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)

Two expired medications, epi pen and diazepam. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)

No medical authorizations for epi pen and Zyrtec. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Policies Submitted & Implemented (251.04(2)(h))

Based on interview, the center failed to implement staff policies regarding disciplinary action and termination. Rule 251.04(2)(h) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to have a current CPR training on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Prohibited Actions - Verbal (251.07(2)(e)2.)

A staff member was observed using inappropriate language to and in front of children. The staff member has since been terminated. Rule 251.07(2)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Smoking Prohibited On Premises And In Vehicles (251.06(2)(h))

On May 2nd, an employee was observed smoking in the parking lot during the licensing visit. Rule 251.06(2)(h) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On or around April 15, 2025, a staff member was observed pushing a 3-year-old child's head down onto a cot. The same staff member was also observed pushing the back of a school-age child to get them to walk faster. The staff member has since been terminated. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Prohibited Actions - Physical Restraint, Restriction, Enclosure (251.07(2)(e)3.)

During the month of April, a staff member was observed holding a one-year-old child down on their cot by the arms for approximately 15 seconds. The staff member has since been terminated. Rule 251.07(2)(e)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).