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Little Leaders Academy LLC

5833 W Silver Spring Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53218 · Milwaukee County

124cited violations
37marked serious
9inspection visits
12enforcement actions

Program

Type
Group center
Licensed capacity
66
Ages
4 weeks – 12 years, 11 months
Hours
-11:59 PM (Jan-Dec)
Licensee
Wajeeh Alturkman
Contact
Alturkman, Wajeeh S
Phone
414-464-7777
YoungStar
5 Stars
Regulated since
08/31/2012
DCF IDs
Facility 2000751 · Provider 0000587450/001
Official record
DCF Child Care Finder

Violations by category

Year by year

YearViolationsSeriousMain categories
20263814 Cleanliness & sanitation (5), Illness & medication (3), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (8), Food & allergies (3), Staff background & training (8), Records & paperwork (1), Other (7)
20255412 Cleanliness & sanitation (11), Illness & medication (7), Safety & premises (16), Food & allergies (4), Staff background & training (8), Records & paperwork (3), Other (5)
20243211 Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (4), Safety & premises (9), Staff background & training (10), Records & paperwork (6), Other (1)

Enforcement actions

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. Jul 8, 2026 Licensing visit · 109 rules checked, 18 not met 6 serious
    • Illness & medication

      The health history for Child 1 who has a medical condition and allergies is not complete. There are no triggers or signs and symptoms to watch for.

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

    • Records & paperwork Serious

      Attendance was not current and accurate at the time of the visit. A child who was present was not signed in. Part of Order/Forfeiture dated January 28, 2026.

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

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff F was employed as a cleaner for several months. Staff F worked as a cleaner during licensed hours and a caregiver background check was not done prior to her employment. A caregiver background check was then done in June 2026 and Staff F was found to be ineligible to work at a center. Staff F was said to be let go at that time. Part of Order dated August 30, 2024

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff E who has been employed for more than 30 days does not have a physical on file indicating they can physically work with children and are free from illness. Part of Order dated August 30, 2024

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff hours documented do not indicate which classroom they work in.

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

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      During nap time all of the lights in the center were turned off. It was so dark that staff could not see the children. When staff turned on the lights several children were awake. A child in the school age room was napping in the classroom next to it. Staff did not know this child was there. Staff searched for this child and found him in the dark room under a blanket.

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

    • Other Serious

      Child tracking was not accurate at the time of the visit. The tracking for the Rising Star room initially could not be located. It was then located tape to a different classroom door. The child tracking in the school age room was not accurate. Staff and the document state 12 children were present however 13 children were present. Part of Order dated August 30, 2024

      DCF 251.055(1)(f) — Child Tracking Procedure

    • Safety & premises

      The fence in the outdoor play space is not 4 feet tall. The fence is 3 feet 4 inches.

      DCF 251.06(11)(b)7. — Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      There is a gap under a back exit door leading to outside, for possible entrance of vermin. Part of Order/Forfeiture dated January 28, 2026 and June 4, 2025.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There is a small amount of peeling paint in the infant room where the rocking chair has scraped the wall. Part of Order/Forfeiture dated January 28, 2026, June 4, 205 and February 3, 2025.

      DCF 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      There are two full garbage bags sitting in back hallway. Garbage needs to be in a rigid, covered, watertight container.

      DCF 251.06(2)(n) — Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule

    • Safety & premises

      The fire alarm system was silenced. This was corrected during the visit.

      DCF 251.06(4)(j)1. — Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Installation

    • Supervision & ratios

      The temperature in one of the refrigerators in the kitchen was 48 degrees. The refrigerator needs to be maintained at 40 degrees or below.

      DCF 251.06(9)(d)1.b. — Food Storage - Refrigeration Units

    • Food & allergies

      Freezer at 8

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

    • Safety & premises

      A child observed in a bouncy seat was not strapped in. The Pack N Play's in the infant room had an extra thicker mattress on top of the mattress that came with the Pack N Play. Per manufacture instructions no mattresses should be added.

      DCF 251.07(3)(a)5. — Indoor Equipment - Intended Use

    • Illness & medication

      Child 1 who has listed food allergies on their health history form, is not listed on the food allergy sheet in the classroom or kitchen.

      DCF 251.07(5)(a)10. — Sharing Information About Food & Other Allergies

    • Other

      The infant and toddler intake for Child 1 is not in the classroom. *Intake was found in a stroller outside the room and placed back into the room.

      DCF 251.09(1)(b) — Infant & Toddler - Location & Sharing Intake Information

    • Other Serious

      An infant was observed sleeping in bouncy seat.

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

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  2. Jan 14, 2026 Licensing visit · 167 rules checked, 20 not met 8 serious
    • Illness & medication

      Child 1 does not have immunizations on file at the center.

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

    • Discipline & child guidance Serious

      Attendance is not current and accurate. On 12/12/25 two children are signed in but there is no time out. On 12/20/25 five children are signed in but there is no time out. On 1/9/16 and 1/10/26 there is one child who was signed in with no time out. Part of enforcement action dated 3/27/24

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A who has been a lead teacher for more than 6 months does not have a registry certificate.

      DCF 251.05(2)(a)4.a. — Staff Record - Registry Certificate

    • Staff background & training

      Staff hours documented do not reflex which classroom they worked in.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A does not have documention of training in CPR/AED.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A and Staff D who cook meals do not have four hours of training in kitchen sanitation, food handling and nutrition prior to beginning work.

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

    • Other Serious

      There is an exposed screw in a bookshelf in the school age room. There is a loose computer cord on the floor in the infant room. This was removed during the visit. Part of enforcement action dated 3/27/24, 2/19/25 and 6/4/25.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      There is a container of disinfectant wipes on the table when entering the center. There is a can of Lysol spray and room freshener spray on a shelf when entering the center. Also on the shelf is a first aid kit which has a tube of hydrocortisone cream inside. All of these were accessible to children and state keep out of reach. **All the items were removed and placed in an area not accessible to children. Part of enforcement action dated 6/4/25.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The premises is not being maintained to prevent the entrance or harborage of vermin as there is a hole in the bottom corner of the back exit door. Part of enforcement action dated 2/19/25, 6/4/25.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There are small amounts of peeling/flaking paint through out the school age room. Part of enforcement action dated 3/27/24, 2/19/25, 6/4/25.

      DCF 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The garbage can in the school age room has food thrown in it and it is not covered.

      DCF 251.06(2)(n) — Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule

    • Food & allergies

      One of the freezers was at 10 degrees and ice crystals have formed on the food. Freezers need to be maintained at 0 degrees or below.

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

    • Food & allergies

      There is an open bag of flour and sugar, and an open box of dry potatoes that are not stored in a food grade container to zip type bag.

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

    • Other

      The menu posted in the kitchen and on the parent board is not current. The menu posted is dated October 26-Nov 1st.

      DCF 251.07(5)(a)5.a. — Menus - Post

    • Other

      There is no menu available for review from Nov 1, 2025 to December 14, 2026.

      DCF 251.07(5)(a)5.c. — Menus - Available For Review

    • Safety & premises Serious

      The routes and stops on file does not include a child who was just transported.

      DCF 251.08(3)(c) — Information In Vehicle - Route And Stops

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff C does not have an updated (every 12 months) driver orientation on file. The last orientation is dated 2/20/24. Part of enforcement action dated 3/27/24.

      DCF 251.08(4)(b) — Driver Orientation - Requirement

    • Safety & premises Serious

      Staff C does not have a current (every 12 months) driving record on file. The last driving record is dated April 2024. Part of enforcement action dated 3/27/24.

      DCF 251.08(4)(c)1. — Driver Record - Obtain & Review

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There is not a current (every 12 months) vehicle inspection on file for the 15 passenger van. The last vehicle inspection is date 2/16/24.

      DCF 251.08(5)(c) — Vehicle Alarm - Inspection

    • Other

      Child 1s infant and toddler intake form has not been updated in the last 3 months. It was last updated on 9/24/25.

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

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  3. Jul 30, 2025 Licensing visit · 12 rules checked, 6 not met 2 serious
    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff A and Staff B do not 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. Staff A's eligibility is expired. It was reported during the visit that Staff B no longer works at the center.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A does not have documentation of a physical examination report within 30 days after Staff A was hired.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff B does not have documentation of completion of department-approved training in abusive head trauma, and appropriate ways to manage crying, fussing, or distraught children prior to beginning to work with children under 5 years of age.

      DCF 251.05(3)(b) — Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training

    • Staff background & training

      Staff B does not have documentation of biennial training on child abuse & neglect reporting requirements within one week after Staff B began working at the center. It was reported during the visit that Staff B no longer works at the center.

      DCF 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff B does not have documentation of a written orientation program within Staff B's first week at the center. It was reported during the visit that Staff B no longer works at the center.

      DCF 251.05(4)(a) — Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Dead bugs were observed in ceiling tiles in the hallway leading to the school age classroom. There is garbage in the outdoor play space including a cigarette butt near the gate inside of the outdoor play space.

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

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  4. May 19, 2025 Licensing visit · 103 rules checked, 16 not met 4 serious
    • Records & paperwork

      An order dated 02/19/25 is not posted at the center.

      DCF 251.04(2)(L)1.b. — Department Notices Posted

    • Illness & medication Serious

      Based on a review of the medical log book at the center, on 02/14/25, an incident occurred at the center where a child required medical treatment. This was not reported to the Department.

      DCF 251.04(3)(a) — Report - Incident Or Accident

    • Illness & medication

      Child 1 does not have documentation of whether or not Child 1 has any medical condition(s).

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

    • Illness & medication

      Child 1 does not have documentation of an immunization history in the child record.

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

    • Records & paperwork

      Child 1 does not have documentation of an initial health examination within 3 months after Child 1 was admitted to the center.

      DCF 251.04(6)(a)8.a. — Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2

    • Safety & premises

      There is a plastic bucket in the outdoor play space that is cracked exposing sharp pointed edges.

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

    • Other Serious

      There is a bag of light bulbs in the school age classroom downstairs accessible to children. A water cooler dispensing hot and cold water was observed in front of cubbies in the school age room.

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

    • Other

      There is an electrical outlet upstairs accessible to children that is missing an outlet cover guard.

      DCF 251.06(2)(b) — Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      In the basement school age classroom, there is a container of disinfectant wipes accessible to children. In the basement, a door was unlocked during the visit. In this room there were several cans of paint and cleaning products accessible to children. In a hallway near the school age classroom, batteries were observed on the floor. These pose a potential choking hazard.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      In the basement school age room there is an area on the ceiling that is peeling and there appears to have been water damage. There is also a hole in a wall, and pieces of tile missing and loose tile laying on the floor near a rusty water drain. There is a missing ceiling tile in the hallway near the girls bathroom upstairs. Dead bugs in ceiling tiles in the hallway leading to the school age classroom. There is garbage in the outdoor play space.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There are several areas of flaking paint in the outdoor play space along the wall of the building.

      DCF 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      In the outdoor play space there is a garbage can containing food waste that is not covered.

      DCF 251.06(2)(n) — Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule

    • Safety & premises

      There is a fire extinguisher in a closet int he school age classroom that does not have a current annual inspection tag. The inspection tag on the fire extinguisher is from 2016.

      DCF 251.06(4)(a) — Fire Extinguishers - Operable, Inspected, Labeled

    • Safety & premises

      There is a rideable toy truck in the downstairs school age classroom that is missing a rear wheel. In the same room, there is a toy drum on a shelf that is black and gray on tip with specks of dirt.

      DCF 251.07(3)(a)2. — Indoor Equipment - Construction, Condition

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Cots were observed stacked in a hallway during the visit. The cot on top of the stack had several tears in the plastic making the surface not easily cleanable. These cots were also not covered.

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

    • Other

      Child 1 does not have documentation of changes in Child 1's development and routines updated every 3 months based on a discussion with the parent.

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

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  5. Feb 3, 2025 Licensing visit · 355 rules checked, 30 not met 6 serious
    • Staff background & training

      Child 2 and Child 4 have a documented medical condition, however there is no information in the child record about triggers that may cause a problem, signs or symptoms for the provider to watch for, steps a provider should follow, when to call a parent regarding symptoms, when the condition requires emergency medical care, and identification of all providers who have received specialized training or instructions to help treat symptoms.

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

    • Records & paperwork

      Child 3 does not have documentation of a follow-up health examination report at least once every 6 months as required. The last physical examination report for Child 3 is from 06/11/24.

      DCF 251.04(6)(a)8.a. — Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2

    • Safety & premises

      4 children were transported on 02/03/25, however there was no transportation attendance record available for licensing review.

      DCF 251.04(6)(c) — Daily Attendance Record - Transportation

    • Staff background & training

      Staff B, identified as a teacher, does not have documentation of a high school diploma or its equivalent as determined by the Wisconsin department of public instruction.

      DCF 251.05(2)(a)5. — Staff Record - High School Diploma

    • Staff background & training

      Staff C does not have documentation of a biennial child abuse & neglect training within one week after Staff C began working at the center.

      DCF 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      There is no paper towel in the upstairs girls bathroom.

      DCF 251.06(10)(f) — Bathroom Supplies

    • Safety & premises Serious

      The energy-absorbing surface (mulch/wood chips) were not at a depth of 9 inches which is required under play and climbing equipment within a 4 feet fall zone. This was observed underneath a climbing wall and a slide in the outdoor play space.

      DCF 251.06(11)(b)5. — Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces

    • Safety & premises

      A plastic toy bike in the outdoor play space has a broken handlebar. Two plastic toy rocking horses in the outdoor play space are missing handlebars for the child to hold on to while riding.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      Exposed electrical wiring with plastic wire caps was observed in the outdoor play space in an area accessible to children. In the hallway leading to the school age room, plastic crates are stacked to the ceiling posing a potential for the crates to fall over onto a child using this hallway to access the school age classroom. A water cooler dispensing hot and cold water was observed in front of cubbies in the school age room. 2 mop buckets with standing dirty water were observed in an opened closet accessible to children in care.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      Disinfectant cleaner was observed in both the boys and girls bathrooms on top of the paper towel dispenser accessible to children. A bottle of bleach and a bottle of disinfectant spray were observed on a table in the school age classroom accessible to children. Baby wipes were observed next to a diaper changing table in the infant room within reach of children in that classroom.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      The following was observed: Floors and cubbies at the center were observed with spilled sticky liquid, black specks of dirt, and food. Garbage was observed inside of the center as well as in the outdoor play space. Stained cloth chairs. The boys bathroom urinal downstairs is black with mold appears to not flush. Toilets with urine and missing toilet tank cover. Two toilets are out of order in the girls bathroom. Several mouse traps. Several dead bugs in ceiling light panels and dead cockroach on the floor.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There are several areas of flaking paint on a wall in the outdoor play space accessible to children.

      DCF 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint

    • Safety & premises

      A fire drill was not practiced or documented for January 2025.

      DCF 251.06(3)(b)4. — Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills

    • Safety & premises

      The annual fire extinguisher tags for fire extinguishers at the center are not current and were last inspected October 2023.

      DCF 251.06(4)(a) — Fire Extinguishers - Operable, Inspected, Labeled

    • Safety & premises

      Fire alarm testing is not documented for January 2025.

      DCF 251.06(4)(jm)2. — Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Testing

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Two indoor fly trap strips with multiple dead bugs was observed hanging from a kitchen cabinet over a food preparation sink.

      DCF 251.06(9)(a)2. — Kitchen Equipment & Utensils - Safe & Sanitary

    • Food & allergies

      A container of center provided infant formula expired 10/01/24.

      DCF 251.06(9)(c)1. — Safe Food

    • Food & allergies

      An open bag of sugar, an open sleeve of crackers, and an open bag of chips were observed not stored in bags with zip-type closures or metal, glass or food grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers and these items were not labeled.

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

    • Safety & premises

      A child was observed in the infant room sitting at a table that was not the correct developmental level for that child.

      DCF 251.07(3)(a)1. — Indoor Equipment - Developmental Level, Size

    • Safety & premises

      Equipment in the infant room was observed to be stored in an unused crib. This crib is needed for the amount of children in that classroom.

      DCF 251.07(3)(e) — Shelves

    • Food & allergies

      A container of cheese balls, Welch's fruit snacks, chocolate lucky charms, and rudolph cereal do not meet the U.S. department of agriculture child and adult care food program minimum meal requirements for the types of food served.

      DCF 251.07(5)(a)4. — Meals & Snacks - Minimum Meal Requirements

    • Illness & medication

      An entry in the medical log book is not signed by the person making the entry.

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

    • Illness & medication

      Injury records in the medical log book are not reviewed every 6 months as required.

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

    • Safety & premises

      Child 1 does not have written permission from the parent to call a child's physician or refer the child for medical care in case of injury.

      DCF 251.07(6)(j)1. — Emergency Medical Authorization & Parental Notification

    • Safety & premises Serious

      A list of routes and stops is not kept in the center transportation van or at the center.

      DCF 251.08(3)(c) — Information In Vehicle - Route And Stops

    • Cleanliness & sanitation Serious

      There is garbage scattered throughout the center transportation van.

      DCF 251.08(5)(a)2. — Vehicle Requirements - Interior Condition

    • Other

      Child 3's written information to individualize the program of care for Child 3 (Intake for Child Under 2 Years) is blank.

      DCF 251.09(1)(am) — Infant & Toddler - Intake Information

    • Other

      Changes in development and routines for Child 3 is not documented every 3 months based on discussion with the parent.

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

    • Food & allergies

      Leftover milk was observed in a bottle in a classroom that has been sitting out for over 2 hours.

      DCF 251.09(3)(a)7. — Infant & Toddler - Leftover Milk Or Formula

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      There was paper towel put down over the diaper changing surface in the infant room when diapering a child.

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

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  6. Jan 2, 2025 Licensing visit · 2 rules checked, 2 not met
    • Illness & medication

      Based on an email received from the licensee on 12/11/24, there is a skipped page in the medical log book maintained by the center.

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

    • Illness & medication

      Based upon multiple staff interviews, on 11/16/24, a 3-year-old child arrived to the center with a scratch on the face. This was not documented in the medical log book when two staff members noticed the scratch to the child's face when the child was dropped off.

      DCF 251.07(6)(dm)3.a. — Medical Log - Observation Or Evidence Of Injury

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  7. Aug 26, 2024 Licensing visit · 323 rules checked, 13 not met 3 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

      Child 1 Has A Documented Medical Condition, However There Is No Information In The Child Record About Triggers That May Cause A Problem, Signs Or Symptoms For The Provider To Watch For, Steps A Provider Should Follow, When To Call A Parent Regarding Symptoms, When The Condition Requires Emergency Medical Care, And Identification Of All Providers Who Have Received Specialized Training Or Instructions To Help Treat Symptoms.

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

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff A Does Not 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. The Eligibility For Staff A Is Expired.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A Does Not Have Documentation Of A Physical Examination Report Within 30 Days After Staff A Was Hired.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A Does Not Have Documentation Of A Current Biennial Child Abuse & Neglect Training In The Staff Record. The Most Recent Child Abuse & Neglect Training On File For Staff A Was Taken On 12/08/17.

      DCF 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training

    • Records & paperwork Serious

      The Center's Child Tracking Procedure Was Not Followed When On 08/26/24, Four Children Were Present In The Infant Room, However One Child Was Marked As Present On The Classroom Tracking Record.

      DCF 251.055(1)(f) — Child Tracking Procedure

    • Other

      In The Hallway Leading To The School Age Room, Used By Children To Access The School Age Room, Is An Area Where Plastic Crates Are Stacked To The Ceiling, As Well As A Shopping Cart And Metal Shelving. In Addition, During The Visit, There Was A Door Propped Open In This Same Area Leading To The Convenience Store Business.

      DCF 251.06(1)(c) — Space Designated For Children

    • Safety & premises

      There Is An Area Of Metal Fence Which Makes Up The Outdoor Play Space Enclosure That Is Peeling Away From The Post Creating A Gap In Underneath And On Top Of The Fence That Is Greater Than 4 Inches.

      DCF 251.06(11)(b)7. — Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure

    • Safety & premises Serious

      In The Hallway Leading To The Outdoor Play Space There Is A Paint Can Which Contained Paint Propping A Door Open. This Hallway Is Used By Children To Access A Door Leading To The Outdoor Play Space. In The Hallway Near The Exit And Stairs Leading To The School Age Room, There Is An Area Accessible To Children Which Had Paint Cans Containing Paint As Well As A Can Of Spray Paint.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Several Plastic Light Guards On The Ceiling In The Hallway Leading To The Stairwell To The School Age Room Were Observed To Have Dead Bugs Inside Of Them. There Is A Tan Chair In School Age Room With Black Stains On It. In The Outdoor Play Space There Are Several Pieces Of Garbage Including Pieces Of Styrofoam Cups And Empty Soft Drink Cans.

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

    • Safety & premises

      The Hallway Leading To The School Age Room, Used By Children To Access The School Age Room, Is Obstructed With Plastic Crates Stacked To The Ceiling, As Well As A Shopping Cart And Metal Shelving.

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

    • Illness & medication

      There Is No Parent Authorization For An Oral Ibuprofen Medication Being Stored At The Center.

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

    • Illness & medication

      There Is No Start Or End Date On An Authorization For An Inhaler Being Stored At The Center.

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

    • Safety & premises

      Child 3 Does Not Have Documentation Of Written Permission From The Parent To Call A Child's Physician Or Refer The Child For Medical Care In Case Of Injury.

      DCF 251.07(6)(j)1. — Emergency Medical Authorization & Parental Notification

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

  8. May 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

  9. Mar 25, 2024 Licensing visit · 350 rules checked, 18 not met 7 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

      An Enforcement Dated 09/21/23 Is Not Posted At The Center.

      DCF 251.04(2)(L)1.b. — Department Notices Posted

    • Records & paperwork

      Construction In An Area Of The School Age Room Was Not Reported To The Department Before The Construction Began.

      DCF 251.04(3)(L) — Report - Construction Or Remodeling

    • Safety & premises

      Child 1 Does Not Have Documentation Of The Name, Address, Telephone Number, And Relationship To The Child Of A Person To Be Notified In An Emergency When A Parent Cannot Be Reached Immediately.

      DCF 251.04(6)(a)1. — Child Record - Enrollment Information

    • Illness & medication

      Child 2 And Child 4 Do Not Have Documentation Of An Immunization History In The Child Record.

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

    • Records & paperwork

      Child 4 Does Not Have Documentation Of An Initial Health Examination Within 3 Months After Child 4 Was Admitted To The Center.

      DCF 251.04(6)(a)8.b. — Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5

    • Records & paperwork Serious

      8 Children Were Present At The Center On 03/25/24, However 7 Children Were Marked In On The Center Attendance Record. 2 Children Are Missing Arrival Times Documented On The Attendance Record For 03/24/24. 5 Children Are Missing Departure Times Documented On The Attendance Record For 03/21/24. 2 Children Are Missing Departure Times Documented On The Attendance Record For 03/23/24.

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

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff C, Identified As A Driver, Does Not 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. The Background Eligibility For Staff C Is Expired.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A Does Not Have Documentation Of A Completed Physical Examination Report Within 30 Days After Staff A Was Hired.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff A Does Not Have Documentation Of A Certificate Of Completion For Infant And Child Cpr And Aed Use From An Agency Approved By The Department Within 3 Months After Staff A Began Working With Children In Care.

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

    • Staff background & training

      Staff C Does Not Have Documentation Of A Current Biennial Child Abuse & Neglect Training. The Most Recent Biennial Child Abuse & Neglect Training On File For Staff C Was Taken 10/28/21.

      DCF 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training

    • Records & paperwork Serious

      The Center's Tracking Procedure Was Not Followed When On 03/25/23, No Tracking Record Was Available For Licensing Review For The Book Club Room. The Tracking Record Was Located Next To The Attendance Record At A Desk In The Hallway. The Tracking Record Was Incorrect As 8 Children Were Present In The Classroom, However 7 Children Were Marked In On The Tracking Record.

      DCF 251.055(1)(f) — Child Tracking Procedure

    • Safety & premises Serious

      A Fence Post In The Outdoor Play Space And Accessible To Children, Is Detached At The Top Of The Fence Post. Where The Fence Post Is Detached, Has Rough Jagged Edges Posing A Potential Cutting Hazard. A Wire Was Observed In The Outdoor Play Space Coming Down From The Top Of The Building. The Wire Ends On The Ground In The Outdoor Play Space. Where The Wire Ends, There Is Exposed Wiring With Plastic Electrical Caps On The Ends Of The Wires. This Is In An Area Accessible To Children.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      Water Spots Were Observed On Ceiling Tiles In The Shining Stars Classroom. Several Plastic Light Guards On The Ceiling In The Hallway Leading To The Stairwell To The School Age Room Were Observed To Have Dead Bugs Inside Of Them.

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

    • Safety & premises Serious

      There Are Several Areas Of Flaking Paint On An Orange In Color Wooden Barrier Around Mulch/Climbing Equipment In The Outdoor Play Space That Are Accessible To Children.

      DCF 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint

    • Illness & medication

      There Are Skipped Lines On Page 3 Of The Medical Log Book.

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

    • Safety & premises

      Child 1 Does Not Have Documentation Of Written Permission From The Parent To Call A Child's Physician Or Refer The Child For Medical Care In Case Of Injury.

      DCF 251.07(6)(j)1. — Emergency Medical Authorization & Parental Notification

    • Staff background & training Serious

      Staff C, Identified As A Driver, Does Not Have Current Documentation Of An Annual Driver Training. The Most Recent Annual Driver Training On File For Staff C Was Taken On 09/08/22.

      DCF 251.08(4)(b) — Driver Orientation - Requirement

    • Safety & premises Serious

      Staff C, Identified As A Driver, Does Not Have A Current Annual Driving Record On File. The Most Recent Driving Record On File For Staff C Is From 10/27/21.

      DCF 251.08(4)(c)1. — Driver Record - Obtain & Review

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

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Source: Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, via the Child Care Finder and the licensed and certified directories. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is DCF's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan.