THE CHILDREN'S CENTER LLC

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

Center lacked documentation of days and hours worked, and in which classroom, when used to meet applicable staff-to-child ratios. Staff in two different classrooms did not have documented hours. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff A lacked documentation of biennial Child Abuse and Neglect prevention training at the time of licensing visit. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (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 outdoor play space lacked at least nine inches of energy absorbing materials under swings slides, and whenever play equipment is four feet or more in height. Dirt was visible under the swings. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Exit Lights (251.06(4)(i))

An exit light, by the main entrance and office, was not lit at the time of visit. Rule 251.06(4)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

An infant and toddler intake form lacked documentation of changes in childs development and routines, every three months based on discussion with the parents. A chid in care required an update in September 2025; child was observed crawling and pulling up on items, nothing was documented regarding the development. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Staff was observed using their hands to open a diapering container, not utilizing the hands-free mechanism. Rule 251.09(4)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)

The file for Child 3 lacked documentation of an updated child health report, required every six (6) months. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The two step procedure to sanitize and disinfect was not followed during the visit. Staff used one disinfectant wipe to clean the changing pad after diapering a child. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (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.)

There is an open bag of Plant-tastic and a container of Puffs that are not dated in the infant room. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The medication authorization form for a childs Epi-Pen is not current. The authorization expired on 5/17/24. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

The thermometer in the freezer located in the infant room reads at 10 degrees. The freezer needs to be maintained at 0 degrees or below. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

There are several loose cords accessible to children. Loose cords are a strangulation hazard. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)

A climbing structure in the play space is not in good repair due to a large hole in the mesh. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

There is not nine inches of required energy absorbing material under the climbing equipment, swings, and slides. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (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 child tracking procedure. A child who was present at the center was not on the child tracking sheet. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (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 when two children were observed sitting in a classroom alone while the childcare worker was across another classroom in the bathroom with the door closed. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)

Staff E who has been employed for more than 6 months as an assistant teacher does not have documentation of one, non-credit department approved course in early childhood education. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

Several staff who are working to meet staff to child ratios did not document their hours worked. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))

A child who was present at the center was not signed in on the attendance sheet. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

A child who has a known food allergy does not have a complete health history form. There is no information about the triggers, signs and symptoms, steps that should be followed, when to call the parent, when it requires emergency medical care. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Age Range Of Children (251.04(1)(b))

A child who is enrolled at the center is 15 years old. The licensed age group for the center ends when the child turns 12 years old. Rule 251.04(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).