B BRIGHT PLAY SCHOOL

LA CROSSE, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity32
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,434/mo

Contact information

Address619 Copeland Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54603-2957

CityLA 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

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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.

18Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(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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