PENNY'S PLAY GROUND

MILWAUKEE, WIREGULAR CERTIFIEDLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Hours07:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,666/mo

Contact information

Address4663 N 42nd St, Lower, Milwaukee, WI, 53209-5865

CityMILWAUKEE, WI 53209-5865

Phone414-241-4379

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity6

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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4663 N 42nd St, Lower, Milwaukee, WI, 53209-5865, MILWAUKEE, WI 53209-5865

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/2/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    An Operator's Emergency Plan Shall Include Procedures For All Of The Following: A. Evacuation, Relocation, Shelter-In-Place, And Lock-Down. B. Communication And Reunification With Families. C. Ensuring That The Needs Of All Children Are Met, Including Chi

    The operator did not have an emergency plan that included procedures for all of the following: a. Evacuation, relocation, shelter-in-place, and lock-down. b. Communication and reunification with families. c. Ensuring that the needs of all children are met, including children under 2 years of age, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Rule 202.08(4m)(a)1.a-c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Accurate Written Records Of The Daily Hours Of Attendance Of Each Child In Care, Including The Actual Arrival And Departure Time Times For Each Child. If Children Are Transported To Or From The Prem

    Four Children were in care during the monitoring visit and they were not signed in on the attendance sheet. Rule 202.08(5)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    Prior To A Child's First Day Of Attendance For Any Child In Care, Obtaining Information On A Form Prescribed By The Department With Enrollment And Health History Information, Including All Of The Following: 1. The Parents' Home And Work Phone Numbers. 2.

    Child #4 was missing an emergency contact on the enrollment and health history information on file. Rule 202.08(12)(f)1-4 (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk7/2/2025

    Indoor And Outdoor Areas Accessible To Children Shall Be Free Of Pet And Animal Excrement. (202.08(2)(m)4.)

    Newspaper with dog urine was found in the back child care room that was used for care. During the visit, the operator removed it. Rule 202.08(2)(m)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. High risk7/2/2025

    An Outdoor Play Area Shall Have A Permanent Enclosure Not Less Than 4 Feet High To Protect The Safety Of Children In Care. Fencing, Plants, Or Landscaping May Be Used To Create A Permanent Enclosure. If The Outdoor Play Area Does Not Have A Permanent Encl

    The certifier observe from the vehicle that the four childcare children in care were outside with the puppy, and the provider was not within sight or sound to supervise them. The children remained unsupervised outside for approximately five minutes. The certifier asked the oldest child to go inside and asked for the provider come outside. When the provider came outside, supervision was discussed with the operator. Rule 202.08(2)(e)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Hazards. Potentially Dangerous Items And Materials Harmful To Children, Including Power Tools, Flammable Or Combustible Materials, Insecticides, Matches, Drugs And Any Articles Labeled Hazardous To

    The electrical outlets did not have safety covers in the living room, kitchen, bathroom and the spare bedroom. There were loose cords for the fans in the living room and the AC unit in the kitchen. Aluminum foil and plastic wrap was out in the kitchen, Raid insect killer, draino, and mold cleaner all marked keep out of reach of children also accessible in the kitchen. Razor accessible in the bathroom cabinet, removed by provider during the visit. The operator's bedroom was not locked and inside the bedroom were prescription medications on a low bedside table. Rule 202.08(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk7/2/2025

    A Child Care Provider Shall Ensure That Each Child Shall Be Served One Meal Or Snack At Least Once Every 3 Hours. Each Meal And Snack Shall Meet The U.S. Department Of Agriculture Child And Adult Care Food Program Minimum Meal Requirements. (202.08(10)(a)

    The operator stated that she provided cereal with milk and jello for breakfast. No fruit or vegetables were offer as part of the breakfast meal. The operator did not meet the meal requirement from the USDA guideline. Rule 202.08(10)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 2 Years Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 2 Years Thereafter (202.08(4)(a)2.

    Child #3 was missing health report on file after the child was enrolled into the childcare. Rule 202.08(4)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan To Prevent And Respond To Food And Other Allergy-Related Emergencies. (202.08(4m)(b))

    The operator did not have a written plan that discussed how she would prevent and respond to food and other allergy-related emergencies. Rule 202.08(4m)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    The Emergency Plan Under Subd. 1. Shall Be Reviewed Periodically And Practiced As Specified In The Plan. (202.08(4m)(a)2.)

    The operator did not have a emergency plan where she reviewed periodically and practiced as specified in the plan. Rule 202.08(4m)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. Medium risk7/2/2025

    An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan For Taking Appropriate Action In The Event Of An Emergency Including A Fire; A Tornado; A Flood; Extreme Outdoor Heat Or Cold; A Loss Of Building Service, Including No Heat, Water, Electricity Or Telephone; Human-Caus

    The operator did not have a written plan for taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency. The operator only had a written plan for a fire. Rule 202.08(4m)(a)1. (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.

17Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,666/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: MILWAUKEE
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: REGULAR CERTIFIED

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