TINY HEARTS DEVELOPMENT CENTER

MILWAUKEE, WILICENSED FAMILYLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity8
Hours06:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,606/mo

Contact information

Address4227 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI, 53216-1617

CityMILWAUKEE, WI 53216-1617

Phone262-505-2243

Operating details

Hours06:00 AM-11:00 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity8

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High13
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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4227 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI, 53216-1617, MILWAUKEE, WI 53216-1617

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/26/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Staff File - Days, Hours Worked (250.05(2)(c))

    Staff A is signed in as working to meet staff to child ratios at the time of the visit but was not present when we arrived. Staff B who is being used to meet ratio at the time of the visit is not signed in. Rule 250.05(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Emergency Plans - Practice (250.06(3)(b))

    There is no documention of monthly fire drills for January, February, March, April, May, June and July. There is no documentation of monthly tornado drills in April, May, June, and July. Rule 250.06(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk8/26/2025

    Premises - Condition & Repair (250.06(2)(m))

    The toilet is clogged and has feces in it at the time of the visit. The flooring is missing around the bathtub in the bathroom exposing the subfloor which is breaking apart. Rule 250.06(2)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Deteriorating Or Toxic Paint (250.06(2)(k))

    There is flaking/deteriorating paint on the back deck in the outdoor play space. There is also flaking paint on the wall in the kitchen and on the bottom of the front door. Rule 250.06(2)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (250.06(2)(e))

    A cord is hanging from a TV which is accessible to children. Loose cords are a strangulation hazard. Rule 250.06(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk8/26/2025

    Supervision Provided By Trained Individuals (250.055(1)(e))

    Children were not supervised by a trained individual. Staff B was alone with the children at the time of the visit. Staff B is not qualified as a family child care provider. Rule 250.055(1)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk8/26/2025

    Staff Orientation - Documentation (250.05(4)(a))

    Staff C does not have documentation of an orientation on file and has been employed for more than a week. Rule 250.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk8/26/2025

    Provider - Entry-Level Training (250.05(3)(b))

    Staff B does not have entry level training and has worked in the center for more than 240 hours. Rule 250.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk8/26/2025

    Staff File - Registry Certificate (250.05(2)(e)1.)

    Staff B does not have a Registry Certificate on file at the time of the visit. Rule 250.05(2)(e)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Staff File - Physical Examination - Physical Ability (250.05(2)(d)1.b.)

    Staff A, Staff B and Staff C do not have documention of a physical on file. Rule 250.05(2)(d)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High risk8/26/2025

    Staff File - Physical Examination - Illness (250.05(2)(d)1.a.)

    Staff A, Staff B and Staff C not have documentation on file saying they are free from illness detrimental to children. Rule 250.05(2)(d)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  12. Medium risk8/26/2025

    Staff File - Staff Record Form (250.05(2)(a))

    Staff Cs file does not contain the employees address, date of birth, education, position, previous work experience, including the reason for leaving previous position, and the name, address and phone number of a person to be notified in an emergency. Rule 250.05(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  13. Medium risk7/31/2025

    Department Access To Center (250.12(2))

    The Department was not able to gain access during attempted visits on July 22,2205 and July 31, 2025. Rule 250.12(2) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium risk10/7/2024

    Continuation License - Application Materials Submission Date (250.11(5)(b))

    Rule 250.11(5)(b) (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.

22Total 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

$1,606/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: 8
  • Type: LICENSED FAMILY

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