STEAM ACADEMY LLC

Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)

Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)

A warning letter dated 10/30/24 is not posted at the center. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Soiled Diapers Disposal (251.09(4)(a)5.)

A dirty diaper was observed in a plastic bag lying on the floor. **This was corrected during the licensing visit** Rule 251.09(4)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Sleep Position (251.09(2)(bm))

On the day of the monitoring visit, a 4 month old was observed sleeping in a rocker. **The infant was moved during the visit** Rule 251.09(2)(bm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)

Dry goods are not stored in bags with zip-type closures or food grade containers with tight-fitting covers. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (251.06(2)(a))

In the outdoor play space, nails were observed sticking out of the wooden fence, accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))

The center did not follow their policy for child tracking. There was no child tracking outside for a group of three children and there was no child tracking in the infant room where one child was present. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

Staff C does not have documentation of a current child abuse and neglect training. The most recent training on file was taken on 10/11/23. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

Staff B does not have documentation of a current CPR certificate on file. The most recent certificate expired May 2025. Staff C does not have a current CPR certificate within 3 months after beginning to work with children. Staff C started in June 2025. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)

Staff hours worked are documented but it does not include what room staff is working in when used to meet staff-to-child ratio. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

There is no health report on file for Staff B. Staff B started in June 2025 and would have needed a health report within 30 days. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Immunization History (251.04(6)(a)6m.)

Child 2 does not have immunization history on file and has been attending the center for more than 30 days. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Health History (251.04(6)(a)6.)

Health history information on file for Child 2 noted multiple medical conditions; however, the form lacked information regarding each medical condition and what to do in the event of an emergency. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)

Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)

In the infant room, a container of baby formula was open but was not labeled with the childs name on it. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)

The medical log book was not reviewed in the last 6 months. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized (251.07(5)(b)5.)

High chairs were not sanitized prior to lunch being served. Rule 251.07(5)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints (251.06(9)(g)1.b.)

On the day of the monitoring visit, staff E, identified as the cook, was not wearing an effective hair restraint while preparing lunch. Rule 251.06(9)(g)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (251.06(2)(a))

Several cords were hanging loose throughout the center and accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)

Several parts of the fence had a gap greater than 4 inches in the outdoor play space. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Minimum Total Space (251.06(11)(b)4.)

The outdoor play space, which measures 376 square feet, does not meet the minimum space requirements. The minimum space required is at least 750 square feet or not less than 1/3 of the number of children for which the center is licensed. Rule 251.06(11)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))

On 10/22/24, there were 5 infants, under the age of 2 years in age, with 1 teacher. Staff to child ratio for this age is 1:4. **This was corrected during the monitoring visit when a second staff member transitioned into the infant room** Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))

The centers child tracking procedures were not followed when on 10/22/24, a child was observed in the infant room but was tracked in the preschool room and an infant being cared for in the school age room was not being tracked. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Supervision - Teacher Per Group Of Children (251.055(1)(b))

On 10/22/24, a group of 7 children in the Little Jungle room were not supervised by a qualified child care teacher. Rule 251.055(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

Sight and sound supervision was not maintained during the licensing visit. Several children were observed leaving the classroom and walking throughout the center without direct adult supervision. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).