ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHILDCARE
JEFFERSON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address232 E Church St, Jefferson, WI, 53549-1211
Phone920-674-4964
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity120
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium4
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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232 E Church St, Jefferson, WI, 53549-1211, JEFFERSON, WI 53549-1211
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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: 6/11/2025
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium4
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk6/11/2025
Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability (251.05(2)(a))
Each employee file was not kept at the center, when some files were being stored at another location across the street due to construction. Rule 251.05(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/11/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
A physical examination report was not on file for Staff B or C. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/11/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A and B did not have a completed CPR certificate on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/11/2025
Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))
Staff C did not have a completed orientation on file. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/11/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Child care workers in the infant room were not documenting changes based on discussion with parents, every 3 months on the intake under 2 form. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/11/2025
Infant & Toddler - Individual Sleep Patterns (251.09(2)(b))
Each infant and toddler were not allowed to form and follow his or her own pattern of sleep when all older infants were observed to be placed on a scheduled nap time at the same time. Rule 251.09(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/21/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk11/12/2024
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
The energy absorbing surface did not meet the 9 inches of required depth in multiple areas in the playground slides. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/12/2024
Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)
The fence near the smaller children's play area had a gap of 4 inches or more. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/12/2024
Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)
Each medication stored at the center was not labeled with the child's name. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/12/2024
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
Multiple medications did not have current medication authorization forms from the parent. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk11/12/2024
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Each infant bottle in the infant refrigerator was not labeled with the child's name and dated. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/12/2024
Infant & Toddler - Sinks In Self-Contained Area (251.09(4)(b))
The infant classroom used the food preparation sink for handwashing. Each area serving infants and toddler who are diapered shall have a designated sink for food preparation and a seperate designated sink for handwashing. Rule 251.09(4)(b) (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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: JEFFERSON
- Capacity: 120
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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