LA PETITE ACADEMY FITCHBURG
FITCHBURG, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address5574 Lacy Rd, Fitchburg, WI, 53711
Phone608-277-8388
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity117
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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5574 Lacy Rd, Fitchburg, WI, 53711, FITCHBURG, WI 53711
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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
- 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
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
- High0
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk5/20/2026
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
The center did not document practice of fire evacuation for the months of January, February and April 2026 or Tornado drills in April 2026. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/20/2026
Adult Handwashing (251.07(6)(i)2.)
A staff member was observed not washing their hands with soap and running water in between diaper changes, after gloves were removed. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/20/2026
Infant & Toddler - Sinks In Self-Contained Area (251.09(4)(b))
The same sink in the infant room was used for hand washing after diapering and for warming bottles. Rule 251.09(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/6/2026
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Documentation of hours worked was not accurate on face-to-name sheets when a staff person included in the staff-to-child ratios was signed in to two different classrooms at the same time. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/24/2026
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
The director or the director's designee did not review the medical log in the Preschool room with staff every 6 months as required. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk10/21/2025
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff B did not have documentation of having completed child abuse and neglect training within one week after beginning 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 risk7/23/2025
Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness (251.07(4)(e))
Bedding was not stored in a clean and sanitary manner when cots leaned against each other and children's sheets and blankets were touching, allowing for cross contamination. Rule 251.07(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/19/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Staff B did not have documentation on file of having completed AHT training 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 risk3/19/2025
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff B did not have documentation of having completed Child Abuse and Neglect training at least every two years when the last certificate was dated more than two years ago. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/19/2025
Meal Prep Personnel - Orientation (251.05(3)(gr)2.)
Staff A did not have documentation of an orientation on file. Rule 251.05(3)(gr)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/19/2025
Meal Prep Personnel - Training (251.05(3)(gr)3.a.)
Staff A did not have documentation of having completed at least four hours of training in kitchen sanitation, food handling and nutrition prior to beginning work. Rule 251.05(3)(gr)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/19/2025
Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness (251.07(4)(e))
Bedding was not stored in a clean and sanitary manner when cots leaned against each other and children's sheets and blankets were touching, allowing for cross contamination. Rule 251.07(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/12/2025
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 risk2/21/2025
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
2024
- Medium risk12/18/2024
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))
The center did not maintain an accurate written record of the daily attendance in the infant and toddler room, when a review of attendance for December 16, 2024 showed children and staff were not signed in or out on several occasions. Rule 251.04(6)(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.
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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,290/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: FITCHBURG
- Capacity: 117
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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