GAN AMI EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
WHITEFISH BAY, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay, WI, 53217
Phone414-967-8189
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity253
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium14
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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6255 N Santa Monica Blvd, Whitefish Bay, WI, 53217, WHITEFISH BAY, WI 53217
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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: 2/4/2026
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium14
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk2/4/2026
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
During the monitoring visit, holes were observed in the center's indoor large motor play space. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/4/2026
Safe Food (251.06(9)(c)1.)
Expired Baby cereal was observed in Rimonim room, with an expiration date of 1/1/2026. Rule 251.06(9)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/4/2026
Indoor Equipment - Placement (251.07(3)(a)3.)
A playset with an attached slide was observed near a wall in the Tutium room, posing a potential safety risk. Rule 251.07(3)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/4/2026
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
Injury records not reviewed in Prachim and Limonim rooms every 6 months as required. The last documented reviews were 07/08/2025 and 03/11/2025. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/4/2026
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
Tears were observed in the diaper changing surface in the Shemesh room. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/4/2026
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))
In the Tziporim room, a cabinet under the diaper changing table containing cleaning wipes and other items labeled keep out of reach of children was found unlocked and accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk6/3/2025
Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness (251.07(4)(e))
Cots in the Aytzim classroom are not covered. Rule 251.07(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Properly Clothed Children (251.07(6)(g)4.)
Children in the Shemesh classroom were observed doing an activity wearing only diapers with no shirts on. Rule 251.07(6)(g)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/3/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
Injury records are not reviewed in the Bonim classroom every 6 months as required. The last documented injury record review was on 07/01/24. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/3/2025
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
An entry in the medical log book in the Kochavim classroom was made in pencil. In the same classroom there are skipped lines in the medical log book. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Food Storage - Refrigeration Units (251.06(9)(d)1.b.)
The cold storage thermometer in freezer in between Afunim and Tutim classrooms reads 20 degrees Fahrenheit and not maintained at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule (251.06(2)(n))
Garbage cans containing food refuse in the Alim, Parparim, and Tziporim classrooms are not covered. Rule 251.06(2)(n) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
During the beginning of the visit, the Shemesh classroom had several toys scattered throughout the classroom posing a potential for someone to trip. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection (251.06(2)(b))
There is an electric outlet in the T'marim that is not covered with an electrical outlet cover guard. In the same classroom, there is also an electric fan that does not have a screen on it. Rule 251.06(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk6/3/2025
Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (251.06(2)(a))
There are toys on the grass on the outside of the center. The center allows children to use these toys in the parking lot of the center posing a potential hazard with vehicles coming in and out of the parking lot. There are loose cords in the T'marim classroom and Tziporim classroom. In the Tziporim classroom, there is a microwave on a low shelf accessible to children in that classroom. In the Tziporim classroom, there is a basket that has latex gloves and loose plastic bags accessible to children. These items pose a potential choking and suffocation hazard. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
During the visit, 8 children were present in the Rimonim classroom, however 5 children were marked as being inside of the classroom and the other 3 children were marked as out of the classroom. In the Alim classroom, 9 children were present during the visit, however 10 children were marked as being in the classroom on the center tracking method. During the visit in the Shemesh classroom, 7 children were present in the classroom, but 8 children were marked as being present in the classroom. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))
Staff E does not have documentation of a written orientation plan within Staff E's first week at the center. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Program Aide - Training (251.05(3)(gm)3.)
Staff B, identified as a program aide, does not have documentation of completion of an assistant child care teacher training program approved by the Wisconsin department of public instruction, or a noncredit department-approved course in early childhood education within 6 months after Staff B assumed the position. Rule 251.05(3)(gm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
Staff H, identified as an assistant teacher, does not have documentation of assistant teacher qualifications. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff A does not have documentation of a current biennial child abuse & neglect training. The most recent training certificate on file for Staff A was taken April 2023. Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of a biennial child abuse & neglect training within one week after Staff D and Staff E began work at the center. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A does not have a current certificate of completion for infant and child CPR and AED use. The CPR certificate on file for Staff A expired 08/26/24. Staff D does not have documentation of a certificate of completion for infant and child CPR and AED use within 3 months after Staff D began working with children. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of completion of department-approved training in abusive head trauma, and appropriate ways to manage crying, fussing, or distraught children prior to beginning to work with children under 5 years of age. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of a physical examination report within 30 days after Staff D and Staff E were hired. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/3/2025
Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)
Staff A and Staff E do not have documentation in the staff record of address, date of birth, education, position, previous work experience in child care, including the reason for leaving previous positions, and the name, address, and telephone numbers of persons to be notified in an emergency. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)
Child 1 does not have documentation of a follow-up health examination report at least once every 6 months as required. The most recent health report on file for Child 1 was on 11/25/24. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,412/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: WHITEFISH BAY
- Capacity: 253
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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