Kindercare Learning Ctr-old Sauk

Violations by category

• Cleanliness & sanitation 11
• Illness & medication 12
• Supervision & ratios 12
• Discipline & child guidance 1
• Safety & premises 2
• Food & allergies 4
• Staff background & training 16
• Records & paperwork 4
• Other 5

Year by year

Enforcement actions

• Sep 11, 2025 — Orders Letter

  251.04(3)(c) (Report - Change In Administrator Or Center Director ) on 8/26/2025 : The department was not notified of director transitions when two new directors assumed the position within 30 days. 251.05(2)(a) (Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability ) on 8/26/2025 : Staff A and B files were not available for review. 251.05(2)(a)2. (Staff Record - Completed Background Check ) on 8/26/2025 : A staff member who started working at the center on August 18, 2025 did not have documentation of a complete background that indicated that the individual was eligible to care for children prior to assumed the position.

• Jul 28, 2025 — Warning Letter

  251.04(3)(a) (Report - Incident Or Accident ) on 6/11/2025 : The center failed to report within 24 hrs an incident that occurred on April 23, 2025 when a child in care fell, causing an injury that needed medical evaluation. The incident was self- reported on June 5, 2025.

• Feb 17, 2025 — Warning Letter

  251.05(3)(f)3. (Child Care Teacher - Entry-Level Training ) on 2/7/2025 : Staff member did not complete the required entry-level training prior to assuming the position of teacher. 251.06(9)(g)1.b. (Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints ) on 2/7/2025 : The staff member helping in the kitchen did not wear an effective hair restraint while preparing the meal.

• Mar 11, 2024 — Orders Letter

A warning letter is not an enforcement action under Wisconsin law and carries no appeal rights. Orders and forfeitures are enforcement actions and can be appealed.

Inspection visits

1. Feb 13, 2026 Licensing visit · 103 rules checked, 6 not met 1 serious
   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     A preschooler was unsupervised when he stepped out of the room to wash his hands.

     DCF 251.055(1)(a) — Supervision Of Children

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Washrooms in the Two's room were not in a sanitary condition when they were dirty and not flushed. The diaper change table sink was dirty, stained and dusty.

     DCF 251.06(10)(dm)1. — Washrooms - Sanitary Conditions

   • Supervision & ratios

     The refrigeration unit at the Infants room was not maintained at 40 degrees or lower when thermometer showed 48 degrees.

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

   • Food & allergies

     Dry food was not stored in bags with zip-type closures, metal glass or food grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers when an opened box of mashed potatoes was sitting on the counter.

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

   • Illness & medication

     The lines in the medical logbook for the Two's room were skipped after each entry.

     DCF 251.07(6)(dm)2. — Medical Log - Pages & Entries

   • Illness & medication

     An expired epi-pen that was intended to use by a child was kept at the center with an expired medication administration authorization. A medication for a child that was not longer at the center was also kept it. Staff member were unaware that it was stored at the medication box.

     DCF 251.07(6)(f)6. — Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

2. Oct 22, 2025 Licensing visit · 133 rules checked, 9 not met 2 serious
   • Staff background & training

     Some staff member included in the staff-to-child ratio did not sign-in or out, in multiple rooms.

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

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     The children were not properly supervised in the Twos' room when they climbed on the furniture. Instead of providing guidance to ensure their safety, the teachers engaged in other activities.

     DCF 251.055(1)(a) — Supervision Of Children

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     The staff-to-child-ratio was exceeded when 7 children under the 18 months old were cared by one child care worker at the Infants and Two's rooms

     DCF 251.055(2)(b) — Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum

   • Illness & medication

     The center did not maintain the medical log book pages numbered.

     DCF 251.07(6)(dm)2. — Medical Log - Pages & Entries

   • Illness & medication

     The director or the director's designee did not review records of injuries with staff every 6 months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken.

     DCF 251.07(6)(dm)4. — Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records

   • Illness & medication

     Medication stored at the center were not labeled with the child's name, staff did not know who's the medication was, and without a valid authorization for its administration.

     DCF 251.07(6)(f)1.a. — Medication Administration - Parent Authorization

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The children's hands were not washed before or after eating snacks.

     DCF 251.07(6)(i)1. — Washing Child's Hands & Face

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Staff member did not wash their hands after cleaning child's runny nose and serving snacks.

     DCF 251.07(6)(i)2. — Adult Handwashing

   • Illness & medication

     Infant and toddler development and routine documentation were not updated every 3 months.

     DCF 251.09(1)(am)6. — Infant & Toddler Intake - Developmental & Health History

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

3. Aug 26, 2025 Licensing visit · 62 rules checked, 9 not met 1 serious
   • Records & paperwork

     The department was not notified of director transitions when two new directors assumed the position within 30 days.

     DCF 251.04(3)(c) — Report - Change In Administrator Or Center Director

   • Illness & medication

     Child 2 did not have health history and emergency care plan documentation on file.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a)6. — Child Record - Health History

   • Illness & medication

     Child 2 did not have documentation on file that indicates the child's immunization history is in compliance with s. 252.04, Stats., and ch. DHS 144.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a)6m. — Child Record - Immunization History

   • Records & paperwork

     Child 2 did not have documentation of the initial health examination on file.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a)8. — Child Record - Physical Examination

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A and B files were not available for review.

     DCF 251.05(2)(a) — Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability

   • Staff background & training Serious

     A staff member who started working at the center on August 18, 2025 did not have documentation of a complete background that indicated that the individual was eligible to care for children prior to assumed the position.

     DCF 251.05(2)(a)2. — Staff Record - Completed Background Check

   • Staff background & training

     The acting director at the center did not have documentation of the required entry level training and years of experience as a child care teacher, center director, or in another approved setting before assuming the position.

     DCF 251.05(3)(e)4.d. — Center Director / Large Center - Entry-Level Training

   • Safety & premises

     The center was missing documentation of having conducted fire and tornado evacuation drills with children.

     DCF 251.06(3)(b)2. — Emergencies - Practice Written Plans

   • Other

     Child 2 was missing the document about infant and toddler development and routine.

     DCF 251.09(1)(c) — Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

4. Jul 1, 2025 Licensing visit · 95 rules checked, 3 not met
   • Supervision & ratios

     The refrigeration unit at the Infants room was not maintained at 40 degrees or lower when thermometer showed 50 degrees.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     A toddler's cot was not stored in a sanitary manner at the infant's room when several children were climbing on top of it.

     DCF 251.07(4)(e) — Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Several children did not wash their hands and face after eating their lunch. Children were observed transitioning from the table to the reading area at the Preschool room.

     DCF 251.07(6)(i)1. — Washing Child's Hands & Face

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

5. Feb 21, 2025 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious
   • Staff background & training Serious

     Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001

     DCF 251.05(2)(a)2. — Staff Record - Completed Background Check

   DCF visit report

6. Feb 7, 2025 Licensing visit · 62 rules checked, 6 not met 2 serious
   • Discipline & child guidance

     Staff members failed to follow the center's positive guidance policies when they did not implement redirection, praise and distraction techniques when children were climbing on the furniture.

     DCF 251.04(2)(h)8. — Policy Submitted & Implemented - Child Guidance

   • Staff background & training Serious

     Staff member did not complete the required entry-level training prior to assuming the position of teacher.

     DCF 251.05(3)(f)3. — Child Care Teacher - Entry-Level Training

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     Children were not properly supervised in multiple rooms when they climbed on the cots, tables, and toys furniture's. Instead of redirected children to ensure safety, the teachers ignored them.

     DCF 251.055(1)(a) — Supervision Of Children

   • Supervision & ratios

     The staff member helping in the kitchen did not wear an effective hair restraint while preparing the meal.

     DCF 251.06(9)(g)1.b. — Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints

   • Illness & medication

     A few expired medications that were not intended for use by children were kept at the center without a current medication administration authorization. Other medications intended for use by children did not have a medication administration authorization.

     DCF 251.07(6)(f)6. — Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Soiled diapers were not removed from containers as needed at the toddlers room when there was an strong soiled diaper odor in the room.

     DCF 251.09(4)(a)8. — Infant & Toddler - Diaper Disposal Containers

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

7. Dec 4, 2024 Licensing visit · 67 rules checked, 15 not met 1 serious
   • Staff background & training

     Staff A,B and E did not have a physical examination report within the 30 days of being hired that indicated the person was free of illness and able to work with children.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff B and E did not have documentation of having completed Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training within the 3 months after beginning to work with children in care.

     DCF 251.05(3)(c) — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

   • Staff background & training Serious

     Staff A, B and C, did not complete the required entry-level training prior to assuming the position of teacher.

     DCF 251.05(3)(f)3. — Child Care Teacher - Entry-Level Training

   • Supervision & ratios

     Teacher assistants were not supervised by a qualified lead teacher.

     DCF 251.05(3)(g)1. — Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision

   • Supervision & ratios

     Children were not supervise by a qualified lead teacher except for the Infant and preschool room.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Washrooms used by children in care were not in a sanitary condition when they were dirty, stained and dusty.

     DCF 251.06(10)(dm)1. — Washrooms - Sanitary Conditions

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Toilet paper was not available in children's bathroom.

     DCF 251.06(10)(f) — Bathroom Supplies

   • Food & allergies

     Open powder soap box was storage next to dry food not stored in a zip-type closures bags or appropriate containers.

     DCF 251.06(9)(d)1. — Food Storage - Safety

   • Food & allergies

     Dry food was not stored in bags with zip-type closures, metal glass or food grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers when an opened package flour and salt were sitting on the counter.

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

   • Supervision & ratios

     The staff member helping in the kitchen did not wear an effective hair restraint while she was preparing the meal.

     DCF 251.06(9)(g)1.b. — Meal Preparation Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The staff member helping in the kitchen did not wash her hands before handling children's lunch.

     DCF 251.06(9)(g)1.c. — Meal Preparation Staff - Handwashing

   • Other

     Staff from the toddler's room admitted not taking children outside for their daily outdoor activities.

     DCF 251.07(1)(e)4. — Daily Outdoor Activities

   • Illness & medication

     The director or the director's designee did not review records of injuries with staff every 6 months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken when the last reviewed for the Infant B medical log was documented on December 2022.

     DCF 251.07(6)(dm)4. — Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records

   • Illness & medication

     A few expired medications that were not intended for use by children were kept at the center without a current medication administration authorization. Staff member was unaware they were stored at the center and commented the children were not attending anymore.

     DCF 251.07(6)(f)6. — Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises

   • Other

     Children's infant and toddler development and routine documentation was not updated every 3 months.

     DCF 251.09(1)(c) — Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

8. Aug 19, 2024 Licensing visit · 123 rules checked, 5 not met

   The DCF Finder's main page now lists this visit as "No Violations found". Its own visit report below still cites these rules. DCF's list drops violations after about two years.

   • Staff background & training

     Staff B File Was Not Available To Be Reviewed By The Licensing Specialist.

     DCF 251.05(2)(a) — Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A Was Missing Documentation Of Personal Information, Previous Work Experience And Emergency Contact Information.

     DCF 251.05(2)(a)1. — Staff Record - Personal Information

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A Did Not Have A Physical Examination Report Within The 30 Days Of Being Hired That Indicated The Person Was Free Of Illness And Able To Work With Children.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff From Infants A And Infants C Did Not Sign Out To The Rooms When There Were Not Present.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A Did Not Have A Current Certificate Of Completion For Infant And Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation And Automated External Defibrillator Use.

     DCF 251.05(3)(c) — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

9. May 9, 2024 Licensing visit · 116 rules checked, 10 not met 5 serious

   The DCF Finder's main page now lists this visit as "No Violations found". Its own visit report below still cites these rules. DCF's list drops violations after about two years.

   • Records & paperwork Serious

     The Two's Classroom Did Not Maintain A Current, Accurate Written Record Of Daily Attendance When Children And Staff Were Not Sign In.

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

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     The Homeroom Exceeded The Maximum Group Size When 18 Children Ages 2.5 To 4 Years Old Were In Care From 6:30 A.M. To 8:33 A. M. Staff Member Stated This Was An Ongoing Situation.

     DCF 251.055(2)(a) — Group Size - Maximum

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     The Homeroom Exceeded The Minimum Staff-To-Child-Ratio When 18 Children Ages 2.5 To 4 Years Old Were In Care By One Child Care Worker From 6:30 A.M. To 8:33 A. M.

     DCF 251.055(2)(b) — Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Children's Sinks Were Not In A Sanitary Condition When They Were Dirty, Stained And Dusty.

     DCF 251.06(10)(dm)1. — Washrooms - Sanitary Conditions

   • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

     Potentially Harmful Materials Were Accessible To Children When Cleaning Products Were Stored In An Unlocked Cabinet.

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

   • Food & allergies

     Dry Food Was Not Stored In Bags With Zip-Type Closures, Metal Glass Or Food Grade Plastic Containers With Tight-Fitting Covers When An Opened Package Of Flour Was Sitting On The Counter.

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

   • Safety & premises

     Learning Equipment Was Not In A Safe And Durable Condition When Classroom Calendars Were Broken, Sharp And Had Pointed Edges That Could Potentially Injure Children.

     DCF 251.07(3)(a) — Indoor Equipment - Safety

   • Illness & medication

     The Medical Logbook Was Not In A Good Condition And Had Ripped Pages.

     DCF 251.07(6)(dm)1. — Medical Log Book

   • Other

     Child Care Workers In The Infant Room Did Not Respond Promptly To A Crying Child's Needs When Some Infants Were Crying For Several Minutes.

     DCF 251.09(2)(a) — Infant & Toddler - Responding To Crying Children

   • Other Serious

     Each Child Under One Year Of Age Was Not Placed To Sleep On His Or Her Back When An Infant Was Observed Sleeping At The Carpet.

     DCF 251.09(2)(bm) — Infant & Toddler - Sleep Position

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

10. Mar 8, 2024 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious

    The DCF Finder's main page now lists this visit as "No Violations found". Its own visit report below still cites these rules. DCF's list drops violations after about two years.

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Fingerprints Not Completed For The Following Individuals: Individual 001

      DCF 251.05(2)(a)2. — Staff Record - Completed Background Check

    DCF visit report

11. Feb 20, 2024 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious

    The DCF Finder's main page now lists this visit as "No Violations found". Its own visit report below still cites these rules. DCF's list drops violations after about two years.

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Fingerprints Not Completed For The Following Individuals: Individual 001

      DCF 251.05(2)(a)2. — Staff Record - Completed Background Check

    DCF visit report

12. Jan 8, 2024 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met

    The DCF Finder's main page now lists this visit as "No Violations found". Its own visit report below still cites these rules. DCF's list drops violations after about two years.

    • Records & paperwork

      At Least 30 Days Before The Continuation Review Date Of The License, An Applicant For License Renewal Shall Submit To The Department The Following Materials: 1. A Completed License Continuation Application. 2. The License Renewal Fee And Any Forfeiture Due And Owing. 3. Any Changes To Center Policies.

      DCF 251.11(4)(b) — Continuation License - Application Materials Submission

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

Other cited violations

• Records & paperwork

  The center failed to report within 24 hrs an incident that occurred on April 23, 2025 when a child in care fell, causing an injury that needed medical evaluation. The incident was self- reported on June 5, 2025.

  DCF 251.04(3)(a)