SMALLS WORLD DAY CARE
MARINETTE, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address1521 Carney Blvd, Marinette, WI, 54143-3208
Phone715-330-5475
Operating details
Hours04:00 AM-11:59 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High4
- Medium5
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Location
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1521 Carney Blvd, Marinette, WI, 54143-3208, MARINETTE, WI 54143-3208
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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 small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/14/2026
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2026
- Medium risk7/14/2026
Child Record - Maintenance, Availability (250.04(6)(a))
Based on record review, three children in care failed to have a current child record available for review. Rule 250.04(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/14/2026
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))
On July 14, 2026, the center failed to maintain a current, accurate written record of daily attendance that includes actual time of arrival and departure for each child and the child's birthdate. Three of eleven children in care failed to be signed in to the providers care. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/14/2026
Mandated Reporting - Child Abuse & Neglect (250.04(8))
Staff member A on the staff record checklist failed to complete the biennial mandated reporter training. Rule 250.04(8) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/14/2026
Maximum Number Of Children In Care Of The Center (250.055(2)(a))
On July 16, 2026, the center exceeded the maximum amount of total children allowed in the center at one time. 11 children were observed to be in care. Rule 250.055(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk7/14/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5 (250.04(6)(a)4.b.)
A total of 4 of 21 child files reviewed did not have a follow-up health examination at least once every 2 years. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/14/2025
Staff File - Physical Examination - Form (250.05(2)(d)1.)
Staff B did not have documentation on file of a physical examination report completed within 12 months before or 30 days after the person became licensed or began working with children in care. Rule 250.05(2)(d)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/14/2025
Biennial Training - Child Abuse & Neglect (250.05(3)(fm))
All staff did not have documentation of current biennial child abuse and neglect training. Rule 250.05(3)(fm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/14/2025
Emergency Plans - Practice (250.06(3)(b))
Fire evacuation and tornado drills were not completed for June 2025. Rule 250.06(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/21/2025
Staff File - Background Check Results (250.05(2)(b))
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 250.05(2)(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.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- 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
$1,666/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: MARINETTE
- Capacity: 8
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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