Accredited Provider
National Association For The Education Of Young Children (Naeyc)

Kindercare Learning Ctrs-Sunset Dr
125 E Sunset Dr
Waukesha WI 53189-7601
Contact Information
Elizabeth Holley
Provider #
0000555710
Location #
011
Facility #
220263
Regulation Type
Licensed Group
Applicant/Licensee
John Wyatt
Ages Served
6 weeks - 13 years

Months Open
Jan - Dec
Day Capacity
118
Night Capacity
0
Hours
Mon-Fri
6:00AM - 6:00PM
Sat-Sun
Closed

Current Rating
Unique Program Services
This program provides Infant Child Care.

Regulated child care providers are monitored for compliance with health and safety standards. Below, you may view the last three years of enforcement actions/stipulations/warning letters *, monitoring  and  violations.

Enforcement Actions/Stipulations/Warning Letters *  in Last 3 Years

Type of Regulation Date Type Appeal Decision Violations **
Licensing 6/13/2023 Orders Letter No
251.05(2)(a)3.a.  (Staff Record - Physical Examination)  on 5/25/2023  : The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a physical examination indicating the person is free from illnesses detrimental to children and physically able to work with young children. Staff A has been employed since January 2023.  
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 5/25/2023  : The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.  
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 5/25/2023  : Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.  
Licensing 6/13/2023 Forfeiture: $150 No
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 5/25/2023  : The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.  
$50
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 5/25/2023  : Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.  
$100
Licensing 3/14/2023 Forfeiture: $200 No
251.07(2)(e)5.  (Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions)  on 2/23/2023  : Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.  
$200
Licensing 3/14/2023 Orders Letter No
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 2/23/2023  : The file for Staff A lacked a complete orientation for staff's job responsibilities at the time of licensing visit. Orientation was corrected during visit.  
251.07(2)(e)5.  (Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions)  on 2/23/2023  : Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.  
Licensing 9/14/2022 Forfeiture: $200 No
251.055(2)(b)  (Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum)  on 8/25/2022  : Center failed to meet the minimum staff-to-child ratios when one staff member was noted in the infant room with 5 awake infants for seven minutes. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$200
Licensing 12/23/2021 Forfeiture: $500 No
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 12/6/2021  : A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member upon review. A child exited their classroom via an exterior door onto the playground. Child walked through two open playground gates and was discovered by a roofer on the premise. Child was estimated to be out of sight and sound supervision of a child care worker for roughly three (3) minutes. Center self-reported the incident. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020; A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.  
$300
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 12/6/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed upon licensing review. Staff was unaware of a child's whereabouts for roughly three (3) minutes, when the child exited the classroom and building, going onto the playground. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.  
$200
Licensing 8/11/2021 Forfeiture: $300 No
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 7/22/2021  : A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member to guide the childs behavior and activities, prevent harm, and ensure safety on July 12, 2021. Center self-reported a child exited the playground without staff supervision for under a minute. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$200
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 7/22/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed when a childs whereabouts where unknown to center staff as the child exited the outdoor play space. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$100
Licensing 4/19/2021 Forfeiture: $200 No
251.07(2)(e)1.  (Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.  
$200
Licensing 4/19/2021 Orders Letter No
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 4/6/2021  : Children were not within close sight and sound supervision to ensure safety and guide behaviors at the time of licensing visit. Children in the infant room were observed eating food off each other's highchairs and off the floor. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.  
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 4/6/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. Two toddlers were present within the infant room but were not accounted for within the tracking application.  
251.055(2)(b)  (Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum)  on 4/6/2021  : Center failed to maintain staff-to-child ratios as specified in Table 251.055. One staff member was observed with six (6) children under the age of two. The minimum number of child care workers to children, when working with children from birth to two-years, is one child care worker to four children.  
251.07(2)(e)1.  (Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.  
251.07(2)(e)2.  (Prohibited Actions - Verbal)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported a staff member screaming in a child's face. Center terminated staff member.  
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 6/13/2023
Type Orders Letter
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.05(2)(a)3.a.  (Staff Record - Physical Examination)  on 5/25/2023  : The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a physical examination indicating the person is free from illnesses detrimental to children and physically able to work with young children. Staff A has been employed since January 2023.  
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 5/25/2023  : The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.  
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 5/25/2023  : Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.  
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 6/13/2023
Type Forfeiture: $150
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 5/25/2023  : The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.  
$50
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 5/25/2023  : Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.  
$100
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 3/14/2023
Type Forfeiture: $200
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.07(2)(e)5.  (Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions)  on 2/23/2023  : Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.  
$200
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 3/14/2023
Type Orders Letter
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.05(4)(a)7.  (Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities)  on 2/23/2023  : The file for Staff A lacked a complete orientation for staff's job responsibilities at the time of licensing visit. Orientation was corrected during visit.  
251.07(2)(e)5.  (Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions)  on 2/23/2023  : Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.  
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 9/14/2022
Type Forfeiture: $200
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.055(2)(b)  (Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum)  on 8/25/2022  : Center failed to meet the minimum staff-to-child ratios when one staff member was noted in the infant room with 5 awake infants for seven minutes. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$200
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 12/23/2021
Type Forfeiture: $500
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 12/6/2021  : A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member upon review. A child exited their classroom via an exterior door onto the playground. Child walked through two open playground gates and was discovered by a roofer on the premise. Child was estimated to be out of sight and sound supervision of a child care worker for roughly three (3) minutes. Center self-reported the incident. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020; A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.  
$300
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 12/6/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed upon licensing review. Staff was unaware of a child's whereabouts for roughly three (3) minutes, when the child exited the classroom and building, going onto the playground. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.  
$200
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 8/11/2021
Type Forfeiture: $300
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 7/22/2021  : A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member to guide the childs behavior and activities, prevent harm, and ensure safety on July 12, 2021. Center self-reported a child exited the playground without staff supervision for under a minute. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$200
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 7/22/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed when a childs whereabouts where unknown to center staff as the child exited the outdoor play space. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.  
$100
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 4/19/2021
Type Forfeiture: $200
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.07(2)(e)1.  (Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.  
$200
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 4/19/2021
Type Orders Letter
Appeal No
Decision
Violations
251.055(1)(a)  (Supervision Of Children)  on 4/6/2021  : Children were not within close sight and sound supervision to ensure safety and guide behaviors at the time of licensing visit. Children in the infant room were observed eating food off each other's highchairs and off the floor. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.  
251.055(1)(f)  (Child Tracking Procedure)  on 4/6/2021  : The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. Two toddlers were present within the infant room but were not accounted for within the tracking application.  
251.055(2)(b)  (Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum)  on 4/6/2021  : Center failed to maintain staff-to-child ratios as specified in Table 251.055. One staff member was observed with six (6) children under the age of two. The minimum number of child care workers to children, when working with children from birth to two-years, is one child care worker to four children.  
251.07(2)(e)1.  (Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.  
251.07(2)(e)2.  (Prohibited Actions - Verbal)  on 4/6/2021  : Center self-reported a staff member screaming in a child's face. Center terminated staff member.  

Monitoring in Last 3 Years

Type of Regulation Date Details Results
Licensing 3/11/2024 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 8/9/2023 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 5/25/2023 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 2/23/2023 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 11/21/2022 See Violations below
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Licensing 4/14/2022 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 12/6/2021 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 7/22/2021 See Violations below Paper Icon View plan
Licensing 4/6/2021 See Violations below

Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 3/11/2024
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Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 8/9/2023
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Date 5/25/2023
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Date 2/23/2023
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Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 11/21/2022
Details See Violations below
Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 8/25/2022
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Date 4/14/2022
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Type of Regulation Licensing
Date 12/6/2021
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Date 7/22/2021
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Date 4/6/2021
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Violations in Last 3 Years

Date Rule Number Rule Summary Description
3/11/2024 251.06(2)(gm) Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair The garbage can in the infant room had food residue on the cover and down the front of it.
3/11/2024 251.07(6)(dm)2. Medical Log - Pages & Entries There was an entry in one of the medical log books that wasnt signed by a staff member.
3/11/2024 251.09(1)(c) Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development There were several Under 2 intake forms that didnt include changes in the childs development.
8/9/2023 251.06(2)(gm) Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair The premise was not maintained in good repair at the time of licensing visit. Flaking rust was observed on the bottom of a classroom door frame, leading to the outdoor play space.
8/9/2023 251.06(9)(d)1.c. Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers Each cold storage facility was not equipped with a clearly visible accurate thermometer at the time of licensing visit. The infant room freezer lacked a thermometer; corrected during visit.
8/9/2023 251.06(9)(d)2.a. Food Storage - Dry Food Dry foods were not stored in zip-type closure bags or food-grade containers with tight-fitting covers, and labeled. Open bags of dry foods were observed rolled closed in the infant room cabinet.
8/9/2023 251.07(2)(c)5. Time Out - Not Removed From Classroom Center medical log book noted two instances where children were removed from the classroom and taken to the office. One child was removed from the room due to biting, another was removed for hitting.
8/9/2023 251.07(3)(a)2. Indoor Equipment - Construction, Condition Equipment was not of sturdy construction without sharp, rough, loose, protruding, pinching or pointed edges. Chairs in the preschool room were observed cracked, posing a pinching hazard.
8/9/2023 251.07(6)(dm)2. Medical Log - Pages & Entries An entry in the medical log book was observed without a date of the injury.
5/25/2023 251.05(2)(a)1. Staff Record - Personal Information The file for Staff A lacked a complete staff record form upon licensing review. Form lacked information in Section B, pertaining to use within ratio.
5/25/2023 251.05(2)(a)3.a. Staff Record - Physical Examination The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a physical examination indicating the person is free from illnesses detrimental to children and physically able to work with young children. Staff A has been employed since January 2023.
5/25/2023 251.05(2)(a)4.a. Staff Record - Registry Certificate The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked certificates from the Wisconsin Registry documenting the person has met the educational qualifications for the position. Both staff were noted to be working as teachers.
5/25/2023 251.05(2)(a)6. Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked Center lacked accurate documentation of staff days and hours worked, and in which classroom, when used to meet staff-to-child ratios. Staff was not present in a classroom but was signed into the room.
5/25/2023 251.05(3)(g)1. Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision An assistance child care teacher was not working under the supervision of a child care teacher upon licensing investigation.
5/25/2023 251.05(4)(a) Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a complete orientation within staffs first week at the center.
5/25/2023 251.05(4)(a)7. Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.
5/25/2023 251.055(1)(a) Supervision Of Children Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.
5/25/2023 251.09(1)(e) Infant & Toddler - Provider Training The file for Staff B lacked documentation of a minimum of 10 hours of training in infant and toddler care, approved by the department. Staff has been working in the position for longer than six months.
2/23/2023 251.05(2)(a)3.a. Staff Record - Physical Examination The file for Staff C lacked documentation of a physical examination upon licensing review. Staff started in October 2022.
2/23/2023 251.05(2)(a)4.a. Staff Record - Registry Certificate The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a registry certification upon licensing review. Staff has been working as a teacher for longer than 6 months.
2/23/2023 251.05(4)(a)7. Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities The file for Staff A lacked a complete orientation for staff's job responsibilities at the time of licensing visit. Orientation was corrected during visit.
2/23/2023 251.06(9)(d)1.c. Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers The freezer in the infant room lacked a clearly visible accurate thermometer at the time of licensing visit.
2/23/2023 251.06(9)(d)2.a. Food Storage - Dry Food Dry goods were not stored in bags with zip-type closures or food grade containers with tight-fitting covers at the time of licensing visit.
2/23/2023 251.07(2)(e)5. Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.
2/23/2023 251.07(5)(b)1. Mealtime - Staff With Children Staff failed to sit at the table with children during lunch time.
2/23/2023 251.07(5)(b)5. Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized Eating surfaces were not washed and sanitized before each use. Art projects were observed on the tables immediately prior to children sitting at them, dried glue was observed on the surfaces.
2/23/2023 251.07(6)(f)6. Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises Medication on the premise lacked a current authorization. Medication authorization expired February 8, 2023.
11/21/2022 251.05(2)(a)2. Staff Record - Completed Background Check Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001
8/25/2022 251.05(2)(a)6. Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked Center lacked accurate documentation of the days and hours staff worked, and in which room, when used to meet staff-to-child ratios.
8/25/2022 251.055(2)(b) Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum Center failed to meet the minimum staff-to-child ratios when one staff member was noted in the infant room with 5 awake infants for seven minutes. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
8/25/2022 251.06(11)(b)6. Cca Treated Lumber Lumber on the playground, accessible to children, was not sealed with an exterior oil based sealant or stained at least every 2 years. Lumber was observed with a green hue.
8/25/2022 251.06(11)(b)7. Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure The outdoor play space lacked a complete enclosure not less than 4 feet high, or without open areas greater than 4 inches. Gaps were observed at the bottom of the fence, between the wire and the ground.
8/25/2022 251.06(2)(a) Potential Source Of Harm On Premises The premise was not free of hazards or potential sources of harm at the time of licensing visit. The bottom of the gate, connecting play spaces was rusted, exposing sharp edges. An unwound hose was accessible to children in the play space, posing a strangulation and tripping hazard.
8/25/2022 251.06(2)(i) Deteriorating Paint The premise was not free from flaking and deteriorating paint at the time of licensing visit. Flaking paint was observed on the red door trim, by the rear play space.
8/25/2022 251.07(6)(dm)3.b. Medical Log - Injury In Care Center medical log book lacked documentation of times injuries were received while in care.
8/25/2022 251.07(6)(dm)4. Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records Center medical log book lacked documentation of a review conducted within the past 6 months.
8/25/2022 251.09(1)(j) Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings Cribs in the infant room lacked tight fitting mattresses and mattress coverings at the time of licensing visit. Gaps were observed between the ends of the mattresses and the sides of the crib.
4/14/2022 251.04(6)(a)8.a. Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 The file for Child 4 lacked an updated physical examinations upon review. Child is under the age of two (2) and requires an updated physical every six (6) months, the last documented examination was September 2021.
4/14/2022 251.05(2)(a)1. Staff Record - Personal Information The files for Staff A and Staff B lacked complete staff record forms upon licensing review. Forms lacked information in Section B, pertaining to position at hire, use within ratio, and work with infants and toddlers.
4/14/2022 251.05(2)(a)3.a. Staff Record - Physical Examination The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked complete physical examinations upon review.
4/14/2022 251.05(4)(a)7. Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked complete orientations for staffs current position and job responsibilities.
4/14/2022 251.06(2)(n) Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule A garbage container, located in the center kitchen with food residue inside, lacked a cover.
4/14/2022 251.06(9)(a)2. Kitchen Equipment & Utensils - Safe & Sanitary Kitchen equipment was not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at the time of licensing visit. Dried and spilled food residue was observed on the bottom of the center freezer and refrigerator.
12/6/2021 251.055(1)(a) Supervision Of Children A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member upon review. A child exited their classroom via an exterior door onto the playground. Child walked through two open playground gates and was discovered by a roofer on the premise. Child was estimated to be out of sight and sound supervision of a child care worker for roughly three (3) minutes. Center self-reported the incident. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020; A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.
12/6/2021 251.055(1)(f) Child Tracking Procedure The implemented tracking procedure failed upon licensing review. Staff was unaware of a child's whereabouts for roughly three (3) minutes, when the child exited the classroom and building, going onto the playground. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.
7/22/2021 251.055(1)(a) Supervision Of Children A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member to guide the childs behavior and activities, prevent harm, and ensure safety on July 12, 2021. Center self-reported a child exited the playground without staff supervision for under a minute. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
7/22/2021 251.055(1)(f) Child Tracking Procedure The implemented tracking procedure failed when a childs whereabouts where unknown to center staff as the child exited the outdoor play space. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
7/22/2021 251.06(2)(gm) Premises - Well Drained, Clean The premise was not maintained to prevent the harborage of bees at the time of licensing visit. A swarm of bees was observed in a bush near the front entrance of the center.
4/6/2021 251.05(2)(a)4.a. Staff Record - Registry Certificate The file for Staff B lacked a Registry certificate documenting staff is qualified for position held. Staff has been working as a Teacher since August 2020; registry certificate only documents staff as an Assistant Teacher. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.
4/6/2021 251.05(4)(a)7. Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities The file for Staff B lacked a complete orientation for staff's current position and job responsibilities. The orientation present in file was for an Assistant Teacher, staff has been working as a Teacher since August 2020.
4/6/2021 251.055(1)(a) Supervision Of Children Children were not within close sight and sound supervision to ensure safety and guide behaviors at the time of licensing visit. Children in the infant room were observed eating food off each other's highchairs and off the floor. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.
4/6/2021 251.055(1)(f) Child Tracking Procedure The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. Two toddlers were present within the infant room but were not accounted for within the tracking application.
4/6/2021 251.055(2)(b) Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum Center failed to maintain staff-to-child ratios as specified in Table 251.055. One staff member was observed with six (6) children under the age of two. The minimum number of child care workers to children, when working with children from birth to two-years, is one child care worker to four children.
4/6/2021 251.07(2)(e)1. Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.
4/6/2021 251.07(2)(e)2. Prohibited Actions - Verbal Center self-reported a staff member screaming in a child's face. Center terminated staff member.
4/6/2021 251.09(1)(j) Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings Crib mattress coverings were not tight fitting at the time of licensing visit. Crib sheets were observed with loose, excess materials, posing a hazard.

Date 3/11/2024
Rule Number 251.06(2)(gm)
Rule Summary Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair
Description
The garbage can in the infant room had food residue on the cover and down the front of it.
Date 3/11/2024
Rule Number 251.07(6)(dm)2.
Rule Summary Medical Log - Pages & Entries
Description
There was an entry in one of the medical log books that wasnt signed by a staff member.
Date 3/11/2024
Rule Number 251.09(1)(c)
Rule Summary Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development
Description
There were several Under 2 intake forms that didnt include changes in the childs development.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.06(2)(gm)
Rule Summary Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair
Description
The premise was not maintained in good repair at the time of licensing visit. Flaking rust was observed on the bottom of a classroom door frame, leading to the outdoor play space.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.06(9)(d)1.c.
Rule Summary Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers
Description
Each cold storage facility was not equipped with a clearly visible accurate thermometer at the time of licensing visit. The infant room freezer lacked a thermometer; corrected during visit.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.06(9)(d)2.a.
Rule Summary Food Storage - Dry Food
Description
Dry foods were not stored in zip-type closure bags or food-grade containers with tight-fitting covers, and labeled. Open bags of dry foods were observed rolled closed in the infant room cabinet.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.07(2)(c)5.
Rule Summary Time Out - Not Removed From Classroom
Description
Center medical log book noted two instances where children were removed from the classroom and taken to the office. One child was removed from the room due to biting, another was removed for hitting.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.07(3)(a)2.
Rule Summary Indoor Equipment - Construction, Condition
Description
Equipment was not of sturdy construction without sharp, rough, loose, protruding, pinching or pointed edges. Chairs in the preschool room were observed cracked, posing a pinching hazard.
Date 8/9/2023
Rule Number 251.07(6)(dm)2.
Rule Summary Medical Log - Pages & Entries
Description
An entry in the medical log book was observed without a date of the injury.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)1.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Personal Information
Description
The file for Staff A lacked a complete staff record form upon licensing review. Form lacked information in Section B, pertaining to use within ratio.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)3.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Physical Examination
Description
The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a physical examination indicating the person is free from illnesses detrimental to children and physically able to work with young children. Staff A has been employed since January 2023.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)4.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Registry Certificate
Description
The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked certificates from the Wisconsin Registry documenting the person has met the educational qualifications for the position. Both staff were noted to be working as teachers.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)6.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked
Description
Center lacked accurate documentation of staff days and hours worked, and in which classroom, when used to meet staff-to-child ratios. Staff was not present in a classroom but was signed into the room.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(3)(g)1.
Rule Summary Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision
Description
An assistance child care teacher was not working under the supervision of a child care teacher upon licensing investigation.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(4)(a)
Rule Summary Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document
Description
The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a complete orientation within staffs first week at the center.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.05(4)(a)7.
Rule Summary Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities
Description
The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked documentation of accurate orientations for job responsibilities. Both staff were stated to be, and working as teachers during licensing visit. Staff orientations were noted as Assistance Teachers. A Notice of Order was issued March 14, 2023.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.055(1)(a)
Rule Summary Supervision Of Children
Description
Children were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker to guide behaviors and ensure safety, upon review. A staff member left four children, under the age of two, in a classroom alone with the door closed. Children were estimated to have been left for less than 30 seconds before an additional staff member arrived in the room. A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021; A Direct Forfeiture was issued December 23, 2021.
Date 5/25/2023
Rule Number 251.09(1)(e)
Rule Summary Infant & Toddler - Provider Training
Description
The file for Staff B lacked documentation of a minimum of 10 hours of training in infant and toddler care, approved by the department. Staff has been working in the position for longer than six months.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)3.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Physical Examination
Description
The file for Staff C lacked documentation of a physical examination upon licensing review. Staff started in October 2022.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)4.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Registry Certificate
Description
The file for Staff A lacked documentation of a registry certification upon licensing review. Staff has been working as a teacher for longer than 6 months.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.05(4)(a)7.
Rule Summary Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities
Description
The file for Staff A lacked a complete orientation for staff's job responsibilities at the time of licensing visit. Orientation was corrected during visit.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.06(9)(d)1.c.
Rule Summary Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers
Description
The freezer in the infant room lacked a clearly visible accurate thermometer at the time of licensing visit.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.06(9)(d)2.a.
Rule Summary Food Storage - Dry Food
Description
Dry goods were not stored in bags with zip-type closures or food grade containers with tight-fitting covers at the time of licensing visit.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.07(2)(e)5.
Rule Summary Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions
Description
Staff at the center used actions which were frightening and cruel to a child while in care. A staff member told a child they would "activate Chucky" if the child did not listen, staff proceeded by playing music associated with the Chucky doll to frighten the child into compliance.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.07(5)(b)1.
Rule Summary Mealtime - Staff With Children
Description
Staff failed to sit at the table with children during lunch time.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.07(5)(b)5.
Rule Summary Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized
Description
Eating surfaces were not washed and sanitized before each use. Art projects were observed on the tables immediately prior to children sitting at them, dried glue was observed on the surfaces.
Date 2/23/2023
Rule Number 251.07(6)(f)6.
Rule Summary Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises
Description
Medication on the premise lacked a current authorization. Medication authorization expired February 8, 2023.
Date 11/21/2022
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)2.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Completed Background Check
Description
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)6.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked
Description
Center lacked accurate documentation of the days and hours staff worked, and in which room, when used to meet staff-to-child ratios.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.055(2)(b)
Rule Summary Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum
Description
Center failed to meet the minimum staff-to-child ratios when one staff member was noted in the infant room with 5 awake infants for seven minutes. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.06(11)(b)6.
Rule Summary Cca Treated Lumber
Description
Lumber on the playground, accessible to children, was not sealed with an exterior oil based sealant or stained at least every 2 years. Lumber was observed with a green hue.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.06(11)(b)7.
Rule Summary Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure
Description
The outdoor play space lacked a complete enclosure not less than 4 feet high, or without open areas greater than 4 inches. Gaps were observed at the bottom of the fence, between the wire and the ground.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.06(2)(a)
Rule Summary Potential Source Of Harm On Premises
Description
The premise was not free of hazards or potential sources of harm at the time of licensing visit. The bottom of the gate, connecting play spaces was rusted, exposing sharp edges. An unwound hose was accessible to children in the play space, posing a strangulation and tripping hazard.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.06(2)(i)
Rule Summary Deteriorating Paint
Description
The premise was not free from flaking and deteriorating paint at the time of licensing visit. Flaking paint was observed on the red door trim, by the rear play space.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.07(6)(dm)3.b.
Rule Summary Medical Log - Injury In Care
Description
Center medical log book lacked documentation of times injuries were received while in care.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.07(6)(dm)4.
Rule Summary Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records
Description
Center medical log book lacked documentation of a review conducted within the past 6 months.
Date 8/25/2022
Rule Number 251.09(1)(j)
Rule Summary Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings
Description
Cribs in the infant room lacked tight fitting mattresses and mattress coverings at the time of licensing visit. Gaps were observed between the ends of the mattresses and the sides of the crib.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.04(6)(a)8.a.
Rule Summary Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2
Description
The file for Child 4 lacked an updated physical examinations upon review. Child is under the age of two (2) and requires an updated physical every six (6) months, the last documented examination was September 2021.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)1.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Personal Information
Description
The files for Staff A and Staff B lacked complete staff record forms upon licensing review. Forms lacked information in Section B, pertaining to position at hire, use within ratio, and work with infants and toddlers.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)3.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Physical Examination
Description
The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked complete physical examinations upon review.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.05(4)(a)7.
Rule Summary Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities
Description
The files for Staff B and Staff C lacked complete orientations for staffs current position and job responsibilities.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.06(2)(n)
Rule Summary Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule
Description
A garbage container, located in the center kitchen with food residue inside, lacked a cover.
Date 4/14/2022
Rule Number 251.06(9)(a)2.
Rule Summary Kitchen Equipment & Utensils - Safe & Sanitary
Description
Kitchen equipment was not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at the time of licensing visit. Dried and spilled food residue was observed on the bottom of the center freezer and refrigerator.
Date 12/6/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(a)
Rule Summary Supervision Of Children
Description
A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member upon review. A child exited their classroom via an exterior door onto the playground. Child walked through two open playground gates and was discovered by a roofer on the premise. Child was estimated to be out of sight and sound supervision of a child care worker for roughly three (3) minutes. Center self-reported the incident. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020; A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.
Date 12/6/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(f)
Rule Summary Child Tracking Procedure
Description
The implemented tracking procedure failed upon licensing review. Staff was unaware of a child's whereabouts for roughly three (3) minutes, when the child exited the classroom and building, going onto the playground. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021; A Forfeiture was issued August 11, 2021.
Date 7/22/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(a)
Rule Summary Supervision Of Children
Description
A child was not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member to guide the childs behavior and activities, prevent harm, and ensure safety on July 12, 2021. Center self-reported a child exited the playground without staff supervision for under a minute. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
Date 7/22/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(f)
Rule Summary Child Tracking Procedure
Description
The implemented tracking procedure failed when a childs whereabouts where unknown to center staff as the child exited the outdoor play space. A Notice of Order was issued April 19, 2021.
Date 7/22/2021
Rule Number 251.06(2)(gm)
Rule Summary Premises - Well Drained, Clean
Description
The premise was not maintained to prevent the harborage of bees at the time of licensing visit. A swarm of bees was observed in a bush near the front entrance of the center.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.05(2)(a)4.a.
Rule Summary Staff Record - Registry Certificate
Description
The file for Staff B lacked a Registry certificate documenting staff is qualified for position held. Staff has been working as a Teacher since August 2020; registry certificate only documents staff as an Assistant Teacher. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.05(4)(a)7.
Rule Summary Staff Orientation - Job Responsibilities
Description
The file for Staff B lacked a complete orientation for staff's current position and job responsibilities. The orientation present in file was for an Assistant Teacher, staff has been working as a Teacher since August 2020.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(a)
Rule Summary Supervision Of Children
Description
Children were not within close sight and sound supervision to ensure safety and guide behaviors at the time of licensing visit. Children in the infant room were observed eating food off each other's highchairs and off the floor. A Warning Letter was issued August 24, 2020.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.055(1)(f)
Rule Summary Child Tracking Procedure
Description
The implemented tracking procedure failed at the time of licensing visit. Two toddlers were present within the infant room but were not accounted for within the tracking application.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.055(2)(b)
Rule Summary Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum
Description
Center failed to maintain staff-to-child ratios as specified in Table 251.055. One staff member was observed with six (6) children under the age of two. The minimum number of child care workers to children, when working with children from birth to two-years, is one child care worker to four children.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.07(2)(e)1.
Rule Summary Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment
Description
Center self-reported staff member slapping own child in face while at the center. Staff member was also observed holding a separate child and dropping them onto their sleeping cot. Center terminated staff.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.07(2)(e)2.
Rule Summary Prohibited Actions - Verbal
Description
Center self-reported a staff member screaming in a child's face. Center terminated staff member.
Date 4/6/2021
Rule Number 251.09(1)(j)
Rule Summary Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings
Description
Crib mattress coverings were not tight fitting at the time of licensing visit. Crib sheets were observed with loose, excess materials, posing a hazard.

The following details are reported by the child care provider. These details are not verified by the Department of Children and Families. These details are updated by the provider and may not be up to date. Please contact the provider for the latest information.

Special Types of Care Available

Before School Care provided.
After School Care provided.
Drop In Care provided.

Program Philosophy

None Reported.

Vacancies

None Reported.

Waitlist

This provider does not have a waitlist.
Footnotes

* An enforcement action is a sanction or penalty that the Department of Children and Families may impose to gain a child care center's compliance with administrative rule. An enforcement action only pertains to licensed care -- not to certified care. On the date indicated above, an enforcement action was issued by the Department to address a violation of one or more administrative rules. The center can dispute an enforcement action through an appeal. If there is an appeal, this is also indicated above. If no decision is listed for an appealed action, contact the appropriate Department Regional Office for more information. The Department may resolve an enforcement action through a stipulation agreement with the licensee. The Department can also issue a warning letter which is not an enforcement action and does not have appeal rights

** Any violations included in an enforcement action are both displayed next to the enforcement action and displayed in the listing of violations. Forfeitures are displayed next to their action type, and forfeiture amounts are identified next to each violation

To obtain more detail or more history on regulatory compliance, contact the Licensing Regional office.