CHILDREN OF THE LORD DAYCARE
LA CROSSE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address2015 Ward Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601
Phone608-785-1013
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity68
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2015 Ward Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601, LA CROSSE, WI 54601
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/23/2026
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk2/23/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Per discussion with the Director, On 2/16/26 at approximately 7:56am a child in the large play area left and went down the hallway and was not within sight and sound supervision for approximately 1 min 15 seconds when he was found by another staff member clocking in. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk2/23/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
On 2/16/26 the center tracking procedure was not followed when staff failed to count the children as they entered/left the large play area and a child was left unsupervised in the hall for approximately 1 min 15 seconds. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- High risk11/17/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
On 11/4/25 a 3 year old child was left in the nap room for approximately 18 minutes unsupervised by staff. Per rule, each child shall be supervised by a child care worker who is within the sight and sound of the children to guide the children's behavior and activities, prevent harm and ensure safety. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/17/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
On 11/4/25, center tracking procedure was not followed when the staff failed to count the children as they woke from nap and entered the classroom from the nap room resulting in a child being left in the nap room alone for approximately 18 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk5/23/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Per center director, a child was left unsupervised for approximately 4 minutes when staff did not notice he did not return to the classroom after he was taken out of the stroller and went to the playroom. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/23/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
Per center director, a child was missing from his classroom for approximately 4 minutes. Staff did not use the tracking procedure to ensure that the names and whereabouts of children are known at all times. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/24/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Per self report from the Center Director, on 3/7/25 a child ran down the hallway and hid from the group of children and teacher as they were transitioning from the playroom to the bathroom. The teacher then left the group of children unattended to look for the child. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk11/12/2024
Report - Prohibited Actions (251.04(3)(jm))
The licensee/center failed to report a prohibited action by an employee to a child in care to the Department within 24 hours of the occurrence. Rule 251.04(3)(jm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/12/2024
Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))
During the course of a complaint investigation, the center director admitted to viewing video of a staff member pushing and pulling hair of a child. Per rule these are actions that may be emotionally or physically painful, discomforting, dangerous or potentially injurious to a child and are prohibited. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (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
$1,362/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: LA CROSSE
- Capacity: 68
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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