LA PETITE ACADEMY- WOODBURN RD
WAUKESHA, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1821 Woodburn Rd, Waukesha, WI, 53188
Phone262-524-9566
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity95
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High12
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1821 Woodburn Rd, Waukesha, WI, 53188, WAUKESHA, WI 53188
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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: 6/4/2026
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- Medium-High12
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk6/4/2026
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
The file for Staff A and Staff C lacked documentation of current, biennial training in child abuse and neglect prevention. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/4/2026
Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)
The outdoor play space lacked a complete ensure without gaps greater than four inches. A broken fence piece was observed in the outdoor play space, creating a gap larger than 4 inches. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/4/2026
Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)
Outdoor play equipment was not maintained of sturdy construction and in good operating condition. Bikes in the outdoor play space were observed with broken seat backs, posing a sharp, pinching hazard. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/4/2026
Vehicle Inspection Report (251.08(5)(b))
Center lacked documentation of vehicle's safe operating condition on a form provided by the Department. Rule 251.08(5)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/4/2026
Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)
A Notice of Order and Direct Forfeiture, issued April 17, 2026, were not posted and visible at the time of licensing review. Items were printed and posted during visit. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/30/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
A child in care was not within sight and sound supervision to ensure safety and guide behaviors when the child was left outside for 3 minutes without center staff. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/30/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The implemented tracking procedure failed when staff conducted a name-to-face check and left a child outside when returning back to the classroom from the play space. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized (251.07(6)(f)5.)
Medications on the premise could not be administered as labeled and authorized. Several medications on the premise were observed past their expiration date. Rule 251.07(6)(f)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
Medications on the premise were observed without current authorizations. One authorization ended September 2025, another ended December 2024. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)
An EpiPen on the premise lacked proper labeling. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints (251.06(9)(g)1.b.)
Staff preparing lunch at the time at licensing visit lacked an effective hair restraint, including hair net or cap. Rule 251.06(9)(g)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/6/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. A child was present in the preschool room but was documented on another classrooms name-to-face transition sheet and the center app. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
A staff member present at the time of licensing visit, working with children, did not have a current Department approved background check. Staff member was listed as no longer being employed effective September 2025. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)
The files for Child 3 and Child 4 lacked updated child physical examinations, upon licensing review. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Child Record - Immunization History (251.04(6)(a)6m.)
The file for Child 2 lacked documentation of immunization history at the time of licensing review. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk11/18/2025
Policy Submitted & Implemented - Child Guidance (251.04(2)(h)8.)
Center failed to implement the child guidance policies as stated. Staff were observed telling children they could not hold staff's hand hand because child was not laying down at rest time. Staff was observed telling a child they would take away their blanket, on multiple occurrences, due to child not laying down. The same staff member was heard using a loud, harsh tone to instruct a child to lay down and ask a child what they were doing. Rule 251.04(2)(h)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/18/2025
Staff Record - Registry Certificate (251.05(2)(a)4.a.)
The file for Staff B lacked documentation of a certificate from the Wisconsin Registry, documenting staff has met the educational qualifications for the position held. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/18/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
The file for Staff D lacked documentation of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training upon licensing review. Staff has been employed for longer than three (3) months. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/18/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. A child was documented on the two-year-old name-to-face tracking form, but was not present at the time of licensing visit; child was stated to have left hours earlier. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/18/2025
Time Out - Age (251.07(2)(c)1.)
Center staff placed a two-year-old child in a time out. Staff stated the child was on a break from the group due to the childs behavior and choices. Time outs are prohibited for children under the age of three. Rule 251.07(2)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/18/2025
Time Out - Not Isolated (251.07(2)(c)4.)
A child was isolated from his classroom group at the time of licensing visit. A child was placed on a time out/break from the group during lunch. Child was served lunch on top of a sensory table, near the classroom door; child was not permitted to eat lunch with his other classmates. Rule 251.07(2)(c)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/1/2025
Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))
A teacher forcefully pushed a child's head down onto a cot while trying to put the child to sleep. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/20/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
Broken pieces of plastic were observed on a tire in the outdoor play space that present a hazard to children. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/7/2025
Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))
Rule 251.11(4)(b) (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: WAUKESHA
- Capacity: 95
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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