STEP AHEAD CHILD CARE CENTER
DE PERE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1550 Silverstone Trl, De Pere, WI, 54115-8226
Phone920-347-4890
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity110
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1550 Silverstone Trl, De Pere, WI, 54115-8226, DE PERE, WI 54115-8226
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/26/2025
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- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low risk6/26/2025
Child Record - Health History (251.04(6)(a)6.)
Child #2 on the chid record checklist failed to have a health history form on file at the center. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/26/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
The center failed to have documentation from the department, either paper or electronic, that indicates a child care background check was completed in compliance with the timelines and requirements specified in s. 48.686, Stats., and ch DCF 13 and the person is eligible to work in a child care program. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk12/5/2024
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (251.04(6)(a)8.a.)
Child #1 on the child record checklist failed to have documentation of a current health exam. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/5/2024
Mandated Reporting - Child Abuse & Neglect (251.04(8)(a))
Staff D on the staff record checklist failed to complete the mandated reporter/child abuse and neglect training prior to working with children. Rule 251.04(8)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/5/2024
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff members A, B, C, & D failed to have completed health reports on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/5/2024
Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)
Staff A failed to have a completed orientation on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/5/2024
Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)
The center failed to conduct their monthly fire drills during the months of October and November 2024. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/5/2024
Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)
During the licensing visit, a staff member was observed by the licensing specialist raising their voice to a child. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (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
$1,290/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: DE PERE
- Capacity: 110
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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