LA PETITE ACADEMY FITCHBURG

FITCHBURG, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

3.8based on state inspection data
Capacity117
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,290/mo

Contact information

Address5574 Lacy Rd, Fitchburg, WI, 53711

CityFITCHBURG, 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

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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

  1. 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.

15Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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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