ONE STEP AHEAD CHILDREN CTR LLC
RACINE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1630 Douglas Ave, Racine, WI, 53404-2722
Phone262-637-4000
Operating details
Hours04:30 AM-06:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity110
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium7
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
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Location
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1630 Douglas Ave, Racine, WI, 53404-2722, RACINE, WI 53404-2722
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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
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/17/2026
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium7
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk3/17/2026
Medical Log - Observation Or Evidence Of Injury (251.07(6)(dm)3.a.)
The staff did not record in the medical log book, an injury observed on a child. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/18/2026
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff A was missing documentation of a health 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 risk2/18/2026
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))
A cabinet in the school age room containing cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of children, was not secured to prevent access. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/18/2026
Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))
Children under age 1 year were observed to be sleeping with blankets. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk8/20/2025
Meal Prep Personnel - Training (251.05(3)(gr)3.a.)
Documentation of required training was not observed for a food service worker. Rule 251.05(3)(gr)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/20/2025
Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)
A thermometer in the freezer in Burgundy Room was not in working order Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/20/2025
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
An entry in the medical log in the Blue Room was not complete and did not include staff initials/ signature. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
Documentation of a medication authorization was not observed for a medication for a child on the premises. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/20/2025
Infant & Toddler - Sinks In Self-Contained Area (251.09(4)(b))
The handwashing sinks in the Burgundy and Black rooms were observed with dishes/ toys in them. Rule 251.09(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk12/17/2024
Confidentiality - Compliance With Statutes & Rules (251.04(7))
Allergy information was posted in a classroom and visible. Rule 251.04(7) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/17/2024
Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)
Thermometers in 2 classroom were not easily readable when they were observed to be zip tied to the wire shelf. The thermometers were facing upward and could not be turned to view the temperature. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/17/2024
Meals & Snacks - Minimum Meal Requirements (251.07(5)(a)4.)
Snack served did not meet minimum meal requirements Rule 251.07(5)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk12/17/2024
Menus - Plan (251.07(5)(a)5.b.)
Posted menus did not include AM snack that is served. Rule 251.07(5)(a)5.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk12/17/2024
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
Pages in a medical log book for the Purple room were torn away from the binding. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/17/2024
Infant & Toddler - Care During Feeding (251.09(3)(a)11.)
Safety straps were not used for 3 infants sitting in bucket seats Rule 251.09(3)(a)11. (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.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,217/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: 110
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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