ELLEN KOHLER'S DAYCARE

Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))

Based upon review, the children in care were not signed for the day or the day prior upon arrival. This was corrected by provider during the visit. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Maximum Number Of Children In Care Of The Provider (250.055(2)(b))

Based upon observation, the maximum number of children in care of the provider was exceeded when three children under age 2 were in care, and four children two years old and over were in care. Rule 250.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (250.06(11)(b)4.)

Based upon observation and provider disclosure the outdoor enclosure was not present in two location, to the left side of the yard and behind the sitting area, on premise Rule 250.06(11)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Emergency Plans - Practice (250.06(3)(b))

Based upon review May 2026 did not have a fire drill or tornado drill Rule 250.06(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage, Temperatures (250.06(9)(d))

Based upon observation there was no thermometer in the fridge in the kitchen. Rule 250.06(9)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Handwashing For Persons Working With Children (250.07(6)(g)6.)

Based upon observation and provider disclosure, hands were washed with a baby wipe in between diapering children and not with warm water and soap. Rule 250.07(6)(g)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Audio Monitoring (250.09(1)(c)4g.)

Based upon provider statement, the audio monitoring was not operating and needs to be replaced. Rule 250.09(1)(c)4g. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Report - Construction, Remodeling (250.04(3)(c))

Based upon observation on June 24, 2025, the licensee failed to notify the Department in writing prior to beginning construction/remodel work on the deck of the home, which is located inside the fenced in play space. Rule 250.04(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (250.04(6)(a)4.a.)

Based upon review on June 24, 2025, Child #2 and #4 of the Child Record Checklist did not have a current Child Health Report on file. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).