LA PETITE ACADEMY
MADISON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address6514 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI, 53711
Phone608-277-0076
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity129
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium17
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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6514 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI, 53711, MADISON, WI 53711
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/13/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium17
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk5/13/2026
Infant & Toddler - Leftover Milk Or Formula (251.09(3)(a)7.)
Infant formula was not discarded after 2 hours when pre-made bottles were left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours and fed to a child. Rule 251.09(3)(a)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/13/2026
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Pre-made bottles brought from home were not labeled with the child's name, date, and refrigerated. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2026
Access To Records & Reports - Parents (251.04(7)(b))
Center did not provide a parent access to all records maintained on their child when requested. Rule 251.04(7)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2026
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
The outdoor play space did not have an energy-absorbing surface of at least 9 inches in depth in areas where climbing equipment was 4 feet or more. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2026
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
The premises was not free from litter and debris when paper and plastic waste were scattered throughout the playground. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2026
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
The diaper changing surface was not disinfected after each use as required, when a staff member was using a sanitizer to disinfect the surface. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk11/24/2025
Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))
According to staff interviews, staff-to-child ratios were not maintained at all times when a staff member was described as often walking out of the classroom and leaving the second staff alone with children. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))
Chipping and peeling paint was accessible to children in the preschool classroom on the interior playground door. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Daily Routines (251.07(1)(d))
During eating and napping routines children were waiting for extended periods of time for food to be served and for naptime to start. Rule 251.07(1)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Meals & Snacks - Minimum Meal Requirements (251.07(5)(a)4.)
Food was not available to all children during lunch when food components were not passed around the table. Rule 251.07(5)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Mealtime - Staff With Children (251.07(5)(b)1.)
Staff did not sit and assist the children during lunch. Rule 251.07(5)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)
Children did not wash hands with soap and warm running water before eating lunch. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/24/2025
Adult Handwashing (251.07(6)(i)2.)
Staff did not wash hands with soap and warm running water prior to handling food or after assisting with toileting. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/28/2025
Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)
Children's hands were not washed with soap and warm running water after diapering. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/28/2025
Infant & Toddler - Soiled Diapers Disposal (251.09(4)(a)5.)
Soiled diapers were not placed in a hands-free, covered container. Rule 251.09(4)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/28/2025
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
Diaper changing surface was not cleaned with soap and water and a disinfectant after each diaper change. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/28/2025
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
An infant bottle in the refrigerator was not labeled with the child's name and date. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/28/2025
Adult Handwashing (251.07(6)(i)2.)
A staff member did not wash their hands with soap and warm running water after each diaper change. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/28/2025
Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)
A staff member engaged in a prohibited action that may have been frightening to children when multiple staff members described a teacher yelling while hitting her hands against her legs during an altercation with another staff in front of the children. The children showed signs of being frightened during the incident. In addition, the same staff was described as often yelling at the children in order to re-direct their behavior. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk9/3/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Each child was not supervised by a childcare worker who was within sight and sound of the children to prevent harm and ensure safety when a 5-year-old child was left alone on the playground and unsupervised for approximately 10 minutes. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/3/2025
Naptime - Waking Children Ratios (251.055(2)(g)4.)
Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained during naptime when six infants were awake and only one child care worker was present when two were required. Rule 251.055(2)(g)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/3/2025
Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings (251.09(1)(j))
In the infant room, a crib sheet was loose and not snugly fit over the mattress. Rule 251.09(1)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/3/2025
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Infant milk brought from home was not labeled with the child's name and date. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (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 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/17/2025
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision (251.05(3)(g)1.)
Two assistant teachers who were in charge of a group of children were outside on the playground and not working under the supervision of a child care teacher. Rule 251.05(3)(g)1. (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)
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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: MADISON
- Capacity: 129
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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