B BRIGHT PLAY SCHOOL
LA CROSSE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address619 Copeland Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54603-2957
Phone608-615-1111
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity32
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High8
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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619 Copeland Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54603-2957, LA CROSSE, WI 54603-2957
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
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/25/2026
- High0
- Medium-High8
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk3/25/2026
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
On the day of the monitoring visit one child with medication was missing a current medication authorization form from the parent, another child's medication authorization form was expired. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk9/5/2025
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 - Medium-Low risk8/29/2025
Medical Log - Injury In Care (251.07(6)(dm)3.b.)
During the course of a complaint investigation the medical log book was missing documentation of the date, time, injury and description of multiple child biting injuries. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
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 - Medium-High risk3/26/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Staff C did not have documentation showing completion of Abusive Head Trauma prevention training in her file and provides care and supervision to 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 - Medium risk3/26/2025
Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))
On the day of the monitoring visit one child under the age of 1 year old was sleeping in a crib containing a blanket. A child under one year of age may not sleep in a crib or playpen that contains soft or loose materials. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk3/26/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Intake for Children Under 2 forms were missing documentation of having been updated every three months to reflect changes in the child's development and routines based on discussion with the parents. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/26/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
Several children in the infant room did not have a current medication authorization or a completed medication authorization on file for medicine that is on the premise Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff B did not have documentation of having completed Child Abuse & Neglect Biennial Training within one week after beginning to work at the center. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/26/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff C & D did not have documentation in their file showing completion of Cardiopulmonary resuscitation training within 3 months of beginning working with children in care on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)
Staff B did not have a completed orientation in her file on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Staff Record - High School Diploma (251.05(2)(a)5.)
Staff B, C, & D did not have documentation of a high school diploma in their file on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(2)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Staff Record - Educational Qualifications (251.05(2)(a)4.d.)
Staff B, C & D did not have documentation in their file showing the educational qualifications for the position they hold on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Staff Record - Registry Certificate (251.05(2)(a)4.a.)
Staff F did not have documentation of a Registry Certificate documenting the person has met the educational qualifications for the position they hold on file on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/26/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff B & C did not have documentation in their file of a completed physical examination on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/21/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,434/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: 32
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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