LA PETITE ACADEMY

Outdoor Play Equipment - Developmental Level, Size (251.06(11)(bm)2.)

On March 6, 2026, a child who was 2 years and 11 months old was injured on a piece of outdoor climbing equipment that was approved for children ages 3 and above. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to have an orientation completed within the first week of their start date. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to complete abusive head trauma training prior to working with children under the age of 5. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

Staff member B on the staff record checklist failed to complete a CPR course within 3 months of their hire date. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to complete the biennial child abuse and neglect training. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))

On 1-26-26, the pre k room failed to maintain staff-to-child ratios when there 23 children ages 3-4 with one caregiver from 12 pm to 1 pm. On 1-26-26, the preschool room failed to maintain ratio when there were 14 children ages 2-3 with one caregiver from 12 pm to 1 pm. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))

On October 3, 2025, the 2-year-old room failed to meet minimum staff-to-child ratios. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Group Size - Maximum (251.055(2)(a))

On August 28, 2025, the school-age room exceeded maximum group size. The room had 37 children ages 3 and up. Rule 251.055(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)

The center failed to conduct fire and tornado drills during 2025. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Maintenance (251.06(4)(j)2.)

On August 28, 2025, the center was unable to conduct a fire drill during the licensing visit due to the pull stations and test system being inoperable. Rule 251.06(4)(j)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width (251.06(4)(d))

On August 28, 2025, exit passageways failed to meet a clear width of three feet unobstructed. Car seats were in the hallway making it less than 3 feet. Rule 251.06(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mixed-Age Group - Staff-To-Child Ratio (251.055(2)(c))

On August 28, 2025, the school-age room exceeded maximum staff-to-child ratios with 37 children present with 2 staff members. Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))

On August 28, 2025, the 2-year-old room failed to meet staff-to-child ratios when there were 11 2 year-olds with one staff member. On several occasions during the months of July and August, the infant room had 7 or 8 babies at a time with one staff member, exceeding the 1:4 ratio. Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Current, Accurate Information (251.04(2)(c))

On August 28, 2025, The center failed to give the department current and accurate information regarding fire and tornado drills. Fire and tornado drills were said to be done every month, however, based on interview and observation, it was found that the center had not done any in 2025. Rule 251.04(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - High School Diploma (251.05(2)(a)5.)

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to have a high school diploma on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to complete the biennial child abuse and neglect training. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)

The center had a swing set in the older children's playground that did not have 9 inches of cushion agent under or around the climbing area or the swings. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).