TINY HEARTS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
MILWAUKEE, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address4227 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, 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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Location
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4227 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI, 53216-1617, MILWAUKEE, WI 53216-1617
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
- 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.
(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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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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