LITTLE FRIENDS LEARNING CENTER LLC

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

On March 23, 2026, the infants room exceeded the allowable staff to child ratio of 1 teacher for every 4 children when there were 8 infants under the care of one teacher all day. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Bathroom Supplies (251.06(10)(f))

The hallway bathroom did not have paper towels. The bathroom located in the 4 K Room was out of paper towels and toilet paper. Rule 251.06(10)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)

The outdoor fence was less than the required 4 feet high to protect the children. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))

Based on observation the younger children's playground was full of tall weeds and there were toys scattered throughout the playground. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

Based on observation, the wood fence in the older and younger children's playground had large areas of deteriorating paint. The 4K room had areas of deteriorating paint within the children's reach. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width (251.06(4)(d))

Based on observation, the car seats were lined up in the hallway by the infants room, partially blocking the main exit, leaving only a 20 inch clearance. Rule 251.06(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

In the infants room, there were three intake forms that had not been updated. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings (251.09(1)(j))

In the infantas room, There were 6 mattress covers that did not fit tightly over the mattresses. Rule 251.09(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)

In the infants room, there was a baby bottle containing breast milk that was not labeled with the child's name and date. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Insurance - General Liability (251.04(2)(g)1.a.)

The center's liability insurance expired on 02/28/2025. Rule 251.04(2)(g)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Equipment - Safety (251.07(3)(a))

Based upon observation the gate to the toddler room was not functional and unable to open. Rule 251.07(3)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mealtime - Staff With Children (251.07(5)(b)1.)

Based upon observation the staff in the toddler room and the Pre K room were not seated with the children during meal time. Rule 251.07(5)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width (251.06(4)(d))

Based upon observation, the gate in the toddler room leading to the exit passageway, was unable to be opened during the visit. Rule 251.06(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

Based upon observation, the paint above the changing table and in the walkway in the toddler room was deteriorated in an area accessible to children. Based upon observation, the paint on the fence in the outdoor playspace was deteriorated in area accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)

Based upon observation, the fence on the south portion of the outdoor playspace did not measure the required four feet in height but measured three feet six inches. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))

Based upon record review, on 08/20/2025 in the Toddler/Owl room a child was not signed out of care. Based upon record review, on 08/22/2025 in the Toddler/Owl room a child was not signed out of care. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Disclosure Of Personal Information (251.04(7)(a))

Based upon staff interview, information regarding a diagnosis of a child was shared by a staff member with another enrolled family without permission. Rule 251.04(7)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mixed Age Group With Children Under Age 2 - Group Size (251.055(2)(d))

Based upon record review, on 08/25/2025 the toddler/owl room exceed max group size when 9 children were signed into care and 8 were under the age of 2. Rule 251.055(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Written Program Of Activities (251.07(1)(a))

Based upon staff interviews, the two year old classroom was not following a class schedule for approximately six months to incorporate class lessons, intellectual growth, and literacy. Rule 251.07(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Meals & Snacks - Minimum Meal Requirements (251.07(5)(a)4.)

Based upon record review the center was serving non credible component of grains throughout the rotation of the snack calendar. Rule 251.07(5)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Menus - Repeating (251.07(5)(a)5m.)

Based upon record review, steamed veggies were served five days in a row on the menu. Rule 251.07(5)(a)5m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Based upon record review on 07/15/2025 two staff members employed longer than three months did not have documentation of a completion of the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training in their files. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mixed Age Group With Children Under Age 2 - Group Size (251.055(2)(d))

On July 8, 2025, the maximum group size was exceeded from 9:21 a.m. until 10:05 a.m. when two children under the age of two were signed into care with a group of 10 children. On July 9, 2025, max group size was exceeded in the Butterfly room from 8:40 a.m. until 3:47 p.m. when two children under the age of two were signed into care with a group of 11 children. Rule 251.055(2)(d) (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 July 11, 2025, in the Butterfly room the staff to child ratio was exceeded from 8-840 a.m. with a ratio weight of 1.108 with 7 children and one staff and from 8:40 - 9:56am with a ratio weight of 1.54 with 8 children and one staff. Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On July 8, 2025, a child care worker left their group of children, when the worker followed a six-year-old child out to the parking lot. The worker failed to alert center staff that assistance was needed resulting in the group of children being left alone, without supervision. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).