LAKESHORE CHILD CARE CENTER INC
MANITOWOC, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address3400 Division St, Manitowoc, WI, 54220-5967
Phone920-682-6290
Operating details
Hours05:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity98
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium16
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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3400 Division St, Manitowoc, WI, 54220-5967, MANITOWOC, WI 54220-5967
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/8/2026
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium16
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk7/8/2026
Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)
On 7/8/26, there was a climber that had several large cracks in the plastic platforms. There was a concrete tunnel that had damaged rough edges and a metal piece exposed. On the infant play yard there was an infant swing with a broken buckle. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk7/8/2026
Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection (251.06(2)(b))
On 7/8/26, there were three outlet covers missing in the 4-5 year old room. Rule 251.06(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/8/2026
Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))
On 7/8/26, there was an area of the exterior of the building where there was peeling paint and wood accessible to children on the under 2 yr old play yard. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/8/2026
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
On 7/8/26, tornado drills were not completed April through June. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/8/2026
Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)
On 7/8/26, there was an area next to the sandbox that the fence was 3 ft 8 inches. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
On 5/5/26, upon review of staff member A's file there was no updated mandated reporter training documented in the file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
On 4/30/26, a childcare teacher left a 10 month old infant alone in a pack and play asleep for approximately two minutes and did not have sight or sound supervision during that time. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/18/2026
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
On 2/18/26, upon review of staff member B's file there was no mandated reporter training completed in the file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/18/2026
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
On 2/18/26, in the 4k room there was a medication authorization that was not properly dated and said Monday through Friday instead of the specified dates. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/18/2026
Continuing Education - Documentation Of 12 Month Period (251.05(4)(c)9.)
On 2/28/26, upon review of continuing education for staff member C, there was no documentation in the file for 2025. Rule 251.05(4)(c)9. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/18/2026
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
On 2/18/26, upon review of staff member A's file there was no documentation of completed CPR in the file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk10/22/2025
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
On 10/22/25, upon review of emergency drills there was not one completed for the month of September 2025. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/22/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
Upon review on 10/22/25, medical log and boo boo log books were last documented as being reviewed 12/12/24 for the 2 year old and 1 year old rooms of the center and 1/25 for boo-boo log book and 7/24 for the medication log book for the front of the center books. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Staff member was not in sight or sound of children at all times. While outside in the play yard a teacher was wearing headphones and not within the sight of the children. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Infant & Toddler - Worker Diapering / Toileting Responsibilities (251.09(4)(a))
Staff member did not change diapers promptly. Rule 251.09(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Prohibited Actions - Verbal (251.07(2)(e)2.)
Staff member used inappropriate language in front of children. Rule 251.07(2)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk7/21/2025
Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))
Staff member admitted to leaving the classroom several times which left them out of ratio. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Contact With Children - Alcohol, Controlled Substances (251.055(1)(j))
On 7/21/25 a child care worker was under the influence of alcohol while children were in her care. Rule 251.055(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Supervision - Teacher Per Group Of Children (251.055(1)(b))
Staff member was left alone to supervise a group of children when the staff member did not meet the educational qualifications. Rule 251.055(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/21/2025
Center Director - Responsibilities (251.05(3)(e)2.)
Director failed to follow through on multiple concerns from staff involving another staff member and conduct around children. Rule 251.05(3)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk7/21/2025
Disclosure Of Personal Information (251.04(7)(a))
Staff member disclosed personal information of a child to another parent. Rule 251.04(7)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/3/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Upon review of staff file staff member C did not have documentation of completion of Abusive Head Trauma in file. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/3/2025
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff member 1-4 did not have current mandated reporter training documentation on file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/3/2025
Center Director / Large Center - Entry-Level Training (251.05(3)(e)4.d.)
Center director has no record of completed preservice training in file. Rule 251.05(3)(e)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/3/2025
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
Drills not documented as complete since February 2025. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (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)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,362/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: MANITOWOC
- Capacity: 98
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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