ETHEL M GLASS

MILWAUKEE, WIREGULAR CERTIFIEDLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Hours08:00 AM-11:59 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,666/mo

Contact information

Address3047 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53210-1564

CityMILWAUKEE, WI 53210-1564

Phone414-873-1776

Operating details

Hours08:00 AM-11:59 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity6

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/13/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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3047 N 55th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53210-1564, MILWAUKEE, WI 53210-1564

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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/13/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk8/13/2025

    Daily The Child Care Provider Shall Offer A Flexible Balance Of Active And Quiet Play. (202.08(8)(b)2.)

    There were no activities in the living room to offer the flexible balance of active and quite play. Rule 202.08(8)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

    The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Accurate Written Records Of The Daily Hours Of Attendance Of Each Child In Care, Including The Actual Arrival And Departure Time Times For Each Child. If Children Are Transported To Or From The Prem

    The operator was not able to provide attendance sheets for the month of August. Five children were in care, and they were not signed in, the operator was not able to provide attendance sheet to be reviewed for the week of the visit. Rule 202.08(5)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High risk8/13/2025

    The Provider May Not Be Engaged In Any Other Activity Or Occupation During The Hours Of Operation When Children Are In Care That Interferes With The Adequate Care And Supervision Of Children, Except For Daily Maintenance Of The Home. (202.08(5)(a))

    Children were left outside unsupervised when the certifier arrived to the home. When asked where the operator was, the children went inside to get the operator. The certifier observe another child standing by the exit back door in the hallway unsupervised. Rule 202.08(5)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk8/13/2025

    A Safe Crib Or Playpen With A Tight-Fitting Mattress With A Tight-Fitting Covering Shall Be Available For Each Child Under One Year Of Age To Use For Napping Or Sleeping. The Crib Or Playpen May Not Contain Soft Or Loose Materials, Such As Sheepskins, Pil

    There were no cribs or playpen in the living room of where the operator was caring for children since the basement had water damage from the rain, no items were able to be being used and needed to be disinfect and cleaned before use. Rule 202.08(11)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk8/13/2025

    Each Child Shall Have A Personal Clean Sheet Or Blanket Or Both And Pillowcase If A Pillow Is Used. (202.08(11)(b))

    The operator had water damage in the basement where care was approved. The care was done in the living room, where there were no personal clean sheet or blankets for the children in care to use. Rule 202.08(11)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

    Each Certified Operator And Each Provider Shall Comply With S. 48.651 And Obtain And Recertify As Necessary To Maintain Current Certification In Infant And Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr). The Cpr Training Must Result In A Certificate Of Complet

    The operator's CPR has expired as of August 2024, there is no current completed CPR training on file. Rule 202.08(1)(b)3.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk8/13/2025

    The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Informing The Parent In Writing Whether The Premises And Child C

    Parents were not informed of whether the premises and child care business are covered by a child care liability insurance policy for child #5 in writing. Rule 202.08(12)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk8/13/2025

    Prior To A Child's First Day Of Attendance For Any Child In Care, Obtaining Information On A Form Prescribed By The Department With Enrollment And Health History Information, Including All Of The Following: 1. The Parents' Home And Work Phone Numbers. 2.

    Child #5 was missing the enrollment and health history form on file. Rule 202.08(12)(f)1-4 (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk8/13/2025

    The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Developing A Written Contract That Specifies The Charge For Chil

    A written contract that specifies the charge for child care services and the expected frequency of payment that is signed by a parent or guardian and the operator were missing for children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5. Rule 202.08(12)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium risk8/13/2025

    The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or Deteriorating Paint On Exterior Or Interior Surfaces In Areas Accessible To Children. (202.08(2)(L))

    Peeling paint by the neighbor's garage was accessible to children. Rule 202.08(2)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

    The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Hazards. Potentially Dangerous Items And Materials Harmful To Children, Including Power Tools, Flammable Or Combustible Materials, Insecticides, Matches, Drugs And Any Articles Labeled Hazardous To

    There were nightshades accessible to children that were growing over the neighbor fences into the operator's side of the premises. Rule 202.08(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

    For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 2 Years Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 2 Years Thereafter (202.08(4)(a)2.

    Child #4 was missing updated health report on file. Rule 202.08(4)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  13. Medium-High risk8/13/2025

    For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 6 Months Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 6 Months Thereafter. (202.08(4)(a

    Child #2 was missing a health report and an updated health report on file. Rule 202.08(4)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  14. Medium risk8/13/2025

    Indoor Play Equipment Is Provided To Allow Each Child A Choice Of At Least 3 Activities Involving Equipment When All Children Are Using Equipment. (202.08(8m)(c))

    Indoor play equipment was not provided to the children in care since the basement was approved for care and activities/toys material still needed to be clean and disinfected. Rule 202.08(8m)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  15. Medium risk8/13/2025

    The Child Care Provider Shall Provide At Least 15 Minutes Reading To The Children Daily. (202.08(8)(b)5.)

    There were no books in the living room areas that was used for care. Rule 202.08(8)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  16. Medium risk8/13/2025

    A Child Care Provider Shall Offer Daily Activities According To The Age And Developmental Level Of The Children In Care. (202.08(8)(b))

    There were no daily activities being offered to the children that was present during the visit. Per the operator, due to the rain damage that was caused in the basement where care was approved, the items in the basement still needed to be cleaned and disinfect. Rule 202.08(8)(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.

17Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: MILWAUKEE
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: REGULAR CERTIFIED

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