THE NESTLING PLACE CHILDCARE CTR
RACINE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address4214 Sheridan Rd, Racine, WI, 53403
CityRACINE, WI 53403
Phone262-554-6515
Operating details
Hours05:00 AM-07:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity160
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium9
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
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Location
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4214 Sheridan Rd, Racine, WI, 53403, RACINE, WI 53403
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- 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
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/17/2026
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium9
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk6/17/2026
Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))
A child care worker was observed on video on 6/10/2026 yelling in a child's face "Don't do that. It's not funny", and showed lack of positive child guidance when yelling "What? What? And covering her face saying "aagh!". Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/17/2026
Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized (251.07(5)(b)5.)
The tables in the honeybee classroom had not been cleaned after lunch. Rule 251.07(5)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/17/2026
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
The honeybee classroom was not maintained in a clean condition. Debris was noticed on the flooring, the garbage containers covers were visibly soiled, toys were scattered about in disarray. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/12/2026
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff G did not have on file, documentation of a physical examination within 30 days of employment at the center. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/12/2026
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A and G did not have on file documentation of completing training in infant and child CPR within 3 months of employment at the center. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/12/2026
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
Staff G did not complete required training within 6 months of employment at the center. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/12/2026
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Documentation of changes in a childs development for children under age 2 were not made for all children. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/20/2026
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
2025
- Medium-Low risk10/2/2025
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Containers of rice cereal and formula were not dated. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/2/2025
Infant & Toddler - Sleep Position (251.09(2)(bm))
Two infants were observed sleeping on the floor in boppy pillows. Rule 251.09(2)(bm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/2/2025
Infant & Toddler - Bedding (251.09(1)(k))
An infant was observed to be wrapped in a blanket, which was near his face, while sleeping. Rule 251.09(1)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/2/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Documentation of changes in development was not observed for several children. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/2/2025
Fire Extinguishers - Operable, Inspected, Labeled (251.06(4)(a))
Fire extinguishers were tagged August of 2024 Rule 251.06(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/2/2025
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Staff were not all signed into the classrooms they were working in to document for staff to child ratio is met. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/2/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Documentation of a physical exam was not observed for an employee. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/2/2025
Food Storage - Refrigeration Units (251.06(9)(d)1.b.)
The refrigerator in Caterpillars measured above 40 degrees Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk3/18/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
The center self reported that a 7 year old child was left unattended for approximately 1 hour. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk3/18/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
Child care workers did not implement the child tracking procedure when arriving at the cafeteria, leaving the cafeteria and going outside. As a result a child was left unattended for 50 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/23/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)
Documentation of a current health exam was not observed for a child under the age of 2 years old. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk1/23/2025
Infant & Toddler - Diapering Lotions, Powders, Salves (251.09(4)(a)10.)
Parents Choice diaper cream was not labeled with a childs name in Firefly room Rule 251.09(4)(a)10. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/23/2025
Infant & Toddler - Bedding (251.09(1)(k))
A blanket used for a 2 children 1 year of age was not kept away from the faces of the children. Rule 251.09(1)(k) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk1/23/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Documentation of changes in development was not observed for several children. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/23/2025
Indoor Equipment - Placement (251.07(3)(a)3.)
Equipment in Firefly and Caterpillar rooms was observed to be scatter around the floor of the room, prohibiting freedom of movement. Rule 251.07(3)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/23/2025
Food Storage - Covering Refrigerated Food (251.06(9)(d)1.d.)
A plate of food in the refrigerator was not covered in Butterfly room Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/23/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
In the Firefly room 6 children were present and only 5 were documented to be present. In Butterfly room 5 children were present and 6 children were documented to be present. In the Caterpillar room 8 children were present and 5 were documented to be present. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
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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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Estimated monthly cost
$1,412/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: RACINE
- Capacity: 160
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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