CHILDREN'S PLACE CHILD DEV CENTER
RACINE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address2707 Rapids Dr, Racine, WI, 53404
CityRACINE, WI 53404
Phone262-637-9678
Operating details
Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity50
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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2707 Rapids Dr, Racine, WI, 53404, RACINE, WI 53404
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/14/2026
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk5/14/2026
Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)
Staff C did not have on file, staff record information. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/14/2026
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff C did not have on file documentation of a physical examination within 30 days of employment at the center. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/14/2026
Menus - Plan (251.07(5)(a)5.b.)
The menu was not planned one week in advance as the menus posted in the kitchen and area visible to parents was dated for the first week of the month and not current. Rule 251.07(5)(a)5.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/14/2026
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
Several entries in the 2 year old room medical log book were not signed or initialed by the person making the entry. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/14/2026
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
The medical/injury log books were not reviewed every 6 months. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk12/3/2025
Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection (251.06(2)(b))
An unprotected outlet was observed in a classroom. Rule 251.06(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/3/2025
Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Testing (251.06(4)(jm)2.)
Documentation of results of smoke detector testing was not observed for October and November. Rule 251.06(4)(jm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/3/2025
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
Documentation of fire drills for September, October and November of 2025 was not observed. Documentation of tornado drills for September and October of 2025 was not observed. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/24/2025
Continuing Education Requirement - Full Time Staff (251.05(4)(c)1.)
Documentation of the required content education hours for 2024 was not observed for an employee. Rule 251.05(4)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/24/2025
Infant & Toddler - Bedding (251.09(1)(k))
Blankets were observed near the faces of napping 1 year olds and not tucked tightly under the crib mattress. Rule 251.09(1)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,362/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Wisconsin run about $1,231/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Wisconsin by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: RACINE
- Capacity: 50
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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