SUPERIOR CHILDREN'S CENTER

Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))

The attendance record was not current and accurate on the day of the monitoring visit when there were 20 children in care and only 19 children were signed in for a period of approximately 10 minutes. It was also observed by the licensing specialist that there were 4 children in care in the 1's Room and only 3 children were signed in. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Copy Of Policies Available (251.04(4)(g))

Contrary to rule, there was not a copy of the child care policies of the center made available to the parents in an area of the center accessible to parents. Rule 251.04(4)(g) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

Child care workers in the Infant and 1's Rooms reported that a bleach solution with an unknown ratio of bleach-to-water is used to disinfect diaper changing surfaces. Rule requires that the disinfectant solution shall be registered with the U.S. environmental protection agency as a disinfectant and have instructions for use as a disinfectant on the label. The diaper changing surface in the 1's Room bathroom is not an easily cleanable surface, as is required by rule. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Infant & Toddler - Provider Training (251.09(1)(e))

Staff C, E, and F, are regularly assigned assistant child care teachers for infants and toddlers, did not have documentation of completing a minimum infant and toddler care training approved by the Department within six months after beginning to work with infants and toddlers. Rule 251.09(1)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized (251.07(5)(b)5.)

Child care workers disclosed that the disinfectant solution that is used for diaper changing surfaces is also used on eating surfaces. Per rule, eating surfaces shall be cleaned and sanitized before and after each use. Rule 251.07(5)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Trampolines & Inflatable Bounce Surfaces (251.07(3)(f))

The Assistant Director stated that children in care use a small indoor trampoline, which was observed near the Toddler 2 Room by the licensing specialist. Rule states that trampolines on the premises shall not be in areas accessible to children and may not be used by the children in care. Rule 251.07(3)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)

A bag of opened crackers was stored in a bag that was taped shut and was without a date. Dry foods, if opened, are required to be stored in bags with zip-type closure or containers with a tight-fitting cover and should be labeled. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Kitchen - Required Equipment & Utensils (251.06(9)(a)1.)

It was observed during the monitoring visit that a child care worker assisted a child in blowing their nose, and washed their hands afterwards in the kitchen sink that is exclusively used for food preparation and dishwashing. Rule states, in pertinent part, that when meals are prepared on the premises, the kitchen shall be equipped with a sink. The sink shall be used exclusively for food preparation and dishwashing. Rule 251.06(9)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Indoor Space - Square Footage Per Child (251.06(7)(a))

The Toddler 2 Room (on the upper level kitchen side) has the square footage available to care for 16 children. It was observed during the monitoring visit that 22 children were in care in this room during the opening hours of the center. Rule 251.06(7)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width (251.06(4)(d))

Exits and passageways shall have a minimum clear width of 3 feet and be unobstructed by furniture or other objects. The center has multiple 1/2 doors that do not have a one hand one motion handle which is considered an obstruction. Rule 251.06(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

Flaking and deteriorating paint was observed on the downstairs stairwell leading to the outdoor play area, on the siding in the outdoor play area, on the outbuilding in the outdoor play area, and on multiple pieces of outdoor equipment. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))

The premises was not clean or in good condition on the day of the monitoring visit. Many areas of the outdoor premises were in need of repair, and the indoor environment is in need of cleaning. The licensing representative observed a dirty/sandy diaper changing surface, broken toys/equipment, and general uncleanliness throughout the center. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

It was observed during the monitoring visit that hand soap and disinfectant solution labeled "keep out of reach of children" were in areas accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (251.06(2)(a))

The parking lot on the premises has multiple large potholes and damage to the asphalt. There were also broken pieces of play equipment with sharp edges in the outdoor play area. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)

The outdoor play equipment was in poor condition on the day of the monitoring visit. Multiple pieces of play equipment had rusted, broken, or were unusable for children. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Mixed-Age Group - Staff-To-Child Ratio (251.055(2)(c))

Staff-to-Child ratios were not being met in the Toddler 2 Room on the day of the monitoring visit. This room required a second staff person according to the calculations of the Staff-to-Child ratio worksheet. For a mixed-age group a numerical weight 1.05 or above would require 2 staff persons. There were 10 children in care under the supervision of one child care worker, and the numerical weight for this room was 1.394 for a period of 28 minutes between 8:32am and 9:00am. Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Supervision - Teacher Per Group Of Children (251.055(1)(b))

At least one child care teacher shall supervise each group of children. On the day of the monitoring visit, a child care worker only holding the qualifications of assistant teacher was providing sole supervision to a group of 4 children in the 1's Room. Rule 251.055(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Meal Prep Personnel - Training (251.05(3)(gr)3.a.)

Rule states meal preparation personnel who prepares meals shall document annual training of at least 1 hour in kitchen sanitation, food handling and nutrition. Contrary to rule, there was no documentation of this annual training for Staff A, a staff member who prepares meals. Rule 251.05(3)(gr)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)

Staff C has been employed as an assistant teacher since 9/5/2025 and did not have documentation of qualifications in the file on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Continuing Education (251.05(2)(a)7.)

There was no documentation of the yearly requirements for continuing education for 2025 available for review during the monitoring visit for Staff A, B, D, or E. Rule 251.05(2)(a)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)

The center did not have accurate documentation of days and hours worked and in which specific classrooms for staff who are being counted in staff-to-child ratio. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

Staff C and Staff D did not have a staff health report on file 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).

Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))

It was observed during the monitoring visit that child locks were in need of repair/replacement, resulting in items potentially harmful to children being accessible. The cabinet under the bathroom sink in the 2's Room contained hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children". The cabinet under the kitchenette sink in the Preschool Room contained a sanitizer spray and a bottle of floor cleaner, labeled "keep out of reach of children". The cabinet under the sink in the downstairs Activity Room contained Comet cleaning spray and a Windex bottle, labeled "keep out of reach of children". Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Naps Or Rest Periods - Sleeping Surfaces - Children Under 1 (251.07(4)(c))

It was observed during the monitoring visit that pack n' plays in the Infant Nap Room were placed end-to-end with no solid partition separating them. Other pack n' plays were also placed less than 2 feet apart in an "L" shape. Rule states that cribs or playpens may be placed end-to-end if a solid partition separates the crib or playpen and an aisle not less than 2 feet in width is maintained between sleeping surfaces to maintain proper supervision and safety measures. Rule 251.07(4)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)

It was observed during the monitoring visit that the kitchen refrigerator and freezer were not equipped with thermometers. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).