BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACADEMY FOR KIDS

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

In the Infants Room, one of the children's intake forms has not been updated in the past 3 months. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Supply Of Bandages, Tape & Band-Aids (251.07(6)(j)5.)

In the Infants' Room, the first aid kit did not contain bandages. Rule 251.07(6)(j)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On July 17, 2025, in the two's room, the center failed to note some of the children's dates of birth on the attendance sheets. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On July 29, 2025, staff member A had a physical examination that indicated that they were not free of symptoms of illness, including tuberculosis. The center did not have a physical examination on file for staff member B after 30 days of employment. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))

The center did not have the abusive head trauma prevention training information on filed for staff members C, and G. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The center did not have the CPR certificates on file for staff member G. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Based on attendance records, on 07/17/2025, the two year old room was over the staff to child ratio between 7:33 a.m. and 8 a.m. During that period of time, there were 17 children, ages 1.5 through 7, under the care of 2 teachers. The total numerical weight of the group was 2.035. Rule 251.055(2)(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))

Based on attendance records, on 07/17/2025, the two year old's room was over the allowable group size between 7:33 a.m. and 8 a.m., due to two children being under two years of age. During that period of time, there were 17 children in the room under the supervision of two teachers. When a mix group of children includes infants and toddlers, the maximum group size can't exceed 8 children. Rule 251.055(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Naps Or Rest Periods - Individual Bedding (251.07(4)(d))

In the 3 year old's' room, several children were sleeping in cots, but they didn't have blankets. Rule 251.07(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

Based on observation, the changing table in the two year olds' room was dirty on the surface and in the area under the changing pad. The changing table in the bathroom was dirty on the surface and underneath the pad. The changing table in the infants' room was dirty underneath the pad on the changing table. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Several mattress covers in the infants' room were not tight fitting around the mattresses. Rule 251.09(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Meals & Snacks - Requirements (251.07(5)(a)1.)

Based on staff interviews, the center ran out of milk during breakfast twice during two separate Mondays. Rule 251.07(5)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness (251.07(4)(e))

Several cot covers in the storage room and in the 3 year old's room were worn. Rule 251.07(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Cleanliness Of Furnishings, Toys, Equipment (251.07(3)(i))

The stroller in the storage room was dirty, stained and full of debris and also the red wagon was dirty . Rule 251.07(3)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Several cots in the storage room and in the storage closet were stretched out and warped. Rule 251.07(3)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Testing (251.06(4)(jm)2.)

The center did not have information on file to show that the fire detection and prevention systems had been monitored by a fire prevention agency or that the detectors and alarms have been tested monthly. Rule 251.06(4)(jm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The floors in the 2.5 and 3.5 year old's room were dirty and stained, and the area rugs were also dirty. The school age room was dirty after lunch, there was a lot of food left over on the tables' surface and the floors were dirty and stained. The cabinets under the sink in the 2.5 to 3.5 year old's room were dirty. The 3 year old's room closet was dirty and there was a cot that had a worn cover. One of the rugs in the infants' room was dirty. The child safety locks for one of the cabinets in the 2.5 year old's room was broken. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

On May 21st, in the twos room, one of the teachers did not sign the attendance sheet. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Driver Record - Obtain & Review (251.08(4)(c)1.)

The center did not have a copy of the the driving records on file for the driver. Rule 251.08(4)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)

The portable sinks in the school age room were not working because the electrical cord was disconnected, and a child had to be taken to the adjoining room to wash their hands. The staff stated that they disconnected the sinks to prevent the children from leaving the water running. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

In the office's medication storage box, there were two Epi Pens for two children that did not have the expiration dates written on the forms. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness (251.07(4)(e))

The bedding and sleeping bags in the cubbies in the hallway were not properly stored, several children's bedding were in contact with each other. Rule 251.07(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Equipment - Quantity For Indoors (251.07(3)(b)2.)

Based on observation, there were not enough toys and other age appropriate materials for the children in the 2.5 and 3.5 age room, and in the twos room. In the infants' room, there weren't enough toys and age appropriate materials for the children. Rule 251.07(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Space - Storage (251.06(7)(b))

Outside the infants' room there were used children's bottles stored in car seats. Rule 251.06(7)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule (251.06(2)(n))

The garbage can in the school age room did not have a lid. In the 2.5 to 3.5 year olds room, the hands free garbage can did not open and close properly. Rule 251.06(2)(n) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).