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Infant & Toddler - Correct Food, Breastmilk, Or Formula (251.09(3)(a)2m.)

The center self-reported that on 03/4/2026, a bottle of breastmilk was prepared and served to the incorrect child. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2m. (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 9/15/25 staff-to-child ratios were exceeded prior to a second staff member being present in the room and counted in ratio at and near 7:30 with a pro-rata weight of 1.083 and 7:33 with 1.26. Two staff are required when the weight exceeds of 1.04. At 7:58 the weight was exceeded again with 2.118 prior to the third staff member being present and counted in ratio. Three staff are required when the weight exceeds 2.04 and a second group should be formed. Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)

Open dry foods failed to be stored in food grade containers- cereal was folded over and taped. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Of 6 Children's Records reviewed 1 failed to have documentation of intake updates at 3 month intervals. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Bathroom Supplies (251.06(10)(f))

Toilet paper failed to be available, roll holders were empty in both bathroom stalls- Tiger room. Rule 251.06(10)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)

Of 9 Staff Records reviewed 1 was missing documentation of qualifying course completion within 6 months of hire. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Of 9 Staff Records reviewed 1 was missing documentation of current CAN training. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Of 9 Staff Records reviewed 4 were missing documentation of current CPR training. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)

Of 9 Staff Records reviewed 2 were missing documentation of orientation. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)

Of 6 Children's Records reviewed 2 failed to have documentation of a current exam. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Alternate Arrival / Release Agreement (251.04(6)(a)5.)

Of 6 Children's Records reviewed 1 failed to have documentation of an agreement. Rule 251.04(6)(a)5. (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: A Completed License Continuation Application The License Renew Fee Under S. 48.65(3)(A), Stats., And Any Forf. Due And Owing Under 48.715(3), Stats., Or Penalty Under 48.76, Stats. Any Changes To Center Policies Not Previously Submitted. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

A Child Care teacher failed to implement the centers policy in regard to Education and Child Guidance by using inappropriate Conscious Discipline practices of loud raised voices, time outs, and not allowing children to participate in daily routines, and focusing undue attention of children in a way that provides lack of inclusivity. Rule 251.04(2)(h) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Report - Prohibited Actions (251.04(3)(jm))

In January and February of 2025 upper management personnel were made aware of a child care teachers use of prohibited actions with children in care. They investigated and the child care teacher received disciplinary action for their actions with children in care noting they were specifically related to violations of DCF 251.07 however, the licensee failed to report these incidents of prohibited actions to the department within 24 hours as required. Rule 251.04(3)(jm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Parent Notification - Inappropriate Child Guidance (251.04(4)(a)2.e.)

In January and February of 2025 management personnel were made aware of a child care teachers use of prohibited actions with children in care. They investigated and the child care teacher received disciplinary action for their actions with children in care noting they were specifically related to violations of DCF 251.07. The center administrator failed to notify the parents of enrolled children when their child was subject to child guidance that is prohibited under s. DCF 251.07(2)(e) and (f). Rule 251.04(4)(a)2.e. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)

In Jan and Feb of 2025, a worker was written up for the following: using loud raised voices, time outs, not allowing children to participate in daily routines, and focusing undue attention of children in a way that provides lack of inclusivity. Based on our investigation it was also determined the teacher was wrapping children in a blanket at nap time like a "burrito" to get them to go to sleep, grabbing children in a rough manner, making children that fidgeted in their chairs during meal times stand at the table while eating, and removed a child's shirt for fidgeting with their buttons. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Naps Or Rest Periods - Awake Children (251.07(4)(b))

A child care teacher failed to permit children who do not sleep after 30 minutes and children who awaken to get up and have quiet time through the use of equipment or activities which will not disturb other children. The teacher was making children lay back down after returning from their hour break well into the classrooms nap time. Rule 251.07(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

In September of 2024 a childcare worker used prohibited actions with a child when they swatted at and hit a child's hands/wrists when trying to put the child's shoes on. The child was grabbing at their shoes and trying to keep them off. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).