LITTLE SCHOLARS CC AND PRESCHOOL

Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))

At least 30 days before the continuation review of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department all requested continuation materials and fees. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Vehicle Inspection Report (251.08(5)(b))

The annual vehicle inspection reports were not on file. Rule 251.08(5)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings (251.09(1)(j))

In the Red 1 Classroom the crib mattress sheets were too tight and caused the mattresses to curl up from the corners. Rule 251.09(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Health, Safety & Welfare Of Children (251.04(2)(m))

Child 1 was served and consumed their allergen on 09/24/25 and 10/23/25. Rule 251.04(2)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The fence height of the outdoor play space was less four feet high. The fence panels were reinstalled backwards with the kickboard facing inwards decreasing the fence height to three feet and two inches. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings (251.09(1)(j))

In the Red and Yellow Classrooms the crib mattress sheets were too tight and caused the mattresses to curl up from the corners. Rule 251.09(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)

In the Red 2 Classroom a child over the age of 1 years old did not have their hands washed with running water and soap after getting their diaper changed. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

One medication in the Berry Classroom had an expired parent authorization to administer on file. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Equipment - Intended Use (251.07(3)(a)5.)

One high chair in the Red Classroom and eight high chairs in the Yellow Classroom were missing the shoulder straps. The high chairs were not being used per manufacturer recommendations. Rule 251.07(3)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)

There was not a thermometer in the freezer in the Red Classroom. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

The Purple Classroom had a large area of peeling paint near the sink in an area accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

In the Orange Classroom bathroom and the Green Classroom there was bucket full of diaper creams labeled "keep out of reach of children" in reach of children. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)

The energy-absorbing surface did not reach a depth of nine inches of loose fill under play equipment that was four feet or more in height. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff H did not have record of a current child abuse and neglect certificate on file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff A and B did not have record of a physical examination on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff B had been working at the child care center since April 2025 without an approved DCF background check on file. Staff I was acting a volunteer not counted ratio and was allowed unescorted access throughout the child care center without an approved DCF background check on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Monitoring Results Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.a.)

The posted noncompliance statements from 05/01/25 and 06/18/25 did not include the plan of correction. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Driver Orientation - Requirement (251.08(4)(b))

The annual driver orientation was not file for Staff A, B, and C. Rule 251.08(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Vehicle Inspection Report (251.08(5)(b))

The annual vehicle inspection was not on file. Rule 251.08(5)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Driver Record - Obtain & Review (251.08(4)(c)1.)

The annual driver record was not on file for Staff A, B, and C. Rule 251.08(4)(c)1. (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, Individual 002, Individual 003, Individual 004, Individual 005, Individual 006, Individual 007 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Health, Safety & Welfare Of Children (251.04(2)(m))

A self-reported incident occurred on 04/30/25, when a 9-month-old child was sitting on the counter while a child care worker held them. The child reached to grab an object and spilled a cup of hot water that was warming a bottle. The hot water spilled onto the child's buttocks and lower extremities causing first and second-degree burns. Rule 251.04(2)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Monitoring Results Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.a.)

The noncompliance statements and correction plans for a visit on 09/10/24 and a desk review on 11/20/24 were not posted next to the child care license. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

A Notice of Order, Sanctions and Appeal Process issued on 10/07/24 was not posted next to the child care license. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

Per staff interview and observation, the disinfectant product is not being used per the product label. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).