Princeton Learning Center LLC

Violations by category

• Cleanliness & sanitation 11
• Illness & medication 3
• Supervision & ratios 4
• Safety & premises 17
• Food & allergies 2
• Staff background & training 15
• Records & paperwork 7
• Other 15

Year by year

Enforcement actions

• Jun 22, 2026 — Orders Letter · appealed: Upheld

  251.06(2)(gm) (Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair ) on 6/17/2026 : A deep wall crack and small hole was observed in the toddler/infant room. This rule was previously included in an order/forfeiture issued September 15, 2025. 251.06(4)(d) (Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width ) on 6/17/2026 : An exit in the infant/toddler room was obstructed by a bouncer seat frame. This rule was previously cited in a forfeiture issued on March 26, 2025.

• Jun 22, 2026 — Forfeiture: $1000 ($1,000) · appealed: Upheld

  251.06(2)(gm) (Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair ) on 6/17/2026 : A deep wall crack and small hole was observed in the toddler/infant room. This rule was previously included in an order/forfeiture issued September 15, 2025. $800 251.06(4)(d) (Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width ) on 6/17/2026 : An exit in the infant/toddler room was obstructed by a bouncer seat frame. This rule was previously cited in a forfeiture issued on March 26, 2025. $200

• Sep 15, 2025 — Orders Letter

  251.05(2)(a)2. (Staff Record - Completed Background Check ) on 9/3/2025 : Staff E's background check was expired. Staff E started working at the center on 2/20/2025, but was only added to the child care provider portal for a background check to be completed on 7/28/2025. An order was issued for this violation December 9, 2024. 251.05(3)(cm) (Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training ) on 9/3/2025 : Staff C did not have documentation on file of training in child abuse & neglect laws, identification, and reporting. 251.06(2)(gm) (Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair ) on 9/3/2025 : The premises was not maintained in good repair when damaged sections of wall was observed in the hallway, and damaged fencing was observed in the outdoor play space. An order/forfeiture was issued for this violation November 22, 2023.

• Sep 15, 2025 — Forfeiture: $600 ($600)

  251.05(2)(a)2. (Staff Record - Completed Background Check ) on 9/3/2025 : Staff E's background check was expired. Staff E started working at the center on 2/20/2025, but was only added to the child care provider portal for a background check to be completed on 7/28/2025. An order was issued for this violation December 9, 2024. $200 251.06(2)(gm) (Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair ) on 9/3/2025 : The premises was not maintained in good repair when damaged sections of wall was observed in the hallway, and damaged fencing was observed in the outdoor play space. An order/forfeiture was issued for this violation November 22, 2023. $400

• Mar 26, 2025 — Forfeiture: $100 ($100)

  251.06(4)(d) (Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width ) on 3/21/2025 : The exterior exit from the infant room was blocked by equipment. $100

• Dec 9, 2024 — Orders Letter

  251.05(2)(a)2. (Staff Record - Completed Background Check ) on 11/20/2024 : Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002 251.05(2)(a)2. (Staff Record - Completed Background Check ) on 12/6/2024 : Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002

• May 20, 2024 — Warning Letter
• Apr 1, 2024 — Forfeiture
• Nov 22, 2023 — Orders Letter
• Nov 22, 2023 — Forfeiture

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. Jun 17, 2026 Licensing visit
   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The girl's restroom was not observed in a sanitary condition. There was an unfleshed toilet that contained feces in the restroom.

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

   • Other

     Outlets were observed missing a protective guard to prevent access by children in the school-age room.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     A bottle of cleaner was observed accessible to children in the school-age room.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     A deep wall crack and small hole was observed in the toddler/infant room. This rule was previously included in an order/forfeiture issued September 15, 2025.

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

   • Safety & premises

     An exit in the infant/toddler room was obstructed by a bouncer seat frame. This rule was previously cited in a forfeiture issued on March 26, 2025.

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

   • Safety & premises

     A bookcase in the general area was observed broken.

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

   • Other

     A playpen was observed with hole in the netting.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     Cots in the toddler/infant room were observed not stored in a sanitary manner.

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

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

2. Jan 27, 2026 Licensing visit
   • Records & paperwork

     Enrollment information was incomplete for Child #3.

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

   • Records & paperwork

     Field trip authorization was observed incomplete for 5 of the 6 children's files reviewed.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a)4. — Child Record - Field Trip Authorization

   • Illness & medication

     Health history information was incomplete for Child #6.

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

   • Illness & medication

     Immunization history was observed missing for Child #4.

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

   • Staff background & training

     A physical health examination was not observed on file for Staff B.

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

   • Supervision & ratios

     A child under 5 years old was observed leaving the classroom and wandering in the entryway without supervision. This rule was previously included in a warning letter issued May 20, 2024.

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

   • Other

     Temp in a few closed rooms were observed under 68 degrees F. One room was observed at 51 degrees F.

     DCF 251.06(1)(d) — Inside Temperature - Minimum

   • Safety & premises

     Large containers of hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children," were observed accessible to children in various rooms on desks. This rule was previously included in a forfeiture issued April 1, 2024.

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

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The premises was not maintained cleaned and in good repair. Vacuuming was needed throughout and a light fixture cover was observed not secure. An emergency light was observed no longer secured to the wall and in need of repair/replacement. Mold was observed on the wall near the baseboards in room #110. All of the lights in the girls' bathroom were not operational. A toilet in the girls' restroom was observed with an out-of-order sign. A section of the floor tile in the boys' restroom was observed lifting. This rule was previously included in an order/forfeiture issued September 15, 2025.

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

   • Supervision & ratios

     The freezer was observed not maintained at 0 degrees or below.

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

   • Other

     The menu for the week of January 26, 2026, was observed with repeating daily menu items.

     DCF 251.07(5)(a)5m. — Menus - Repeating

   • Safety & premises

     Children were observed arriving at the center in the center provided transportation vehicle without the vehicle safety alarm armed to prompt inspection of the vehicle.

     DCF 251.08(8)(b) — Vehicle Safety Alarm - Prompts Inspection Of Vehicle

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

3. Sep 3, 2025 Licensing visit · 252 rules checked, 16 not met 5 serious
   • Records & paperwork

     The most recent enforcement notice was not posted near the license certificate.

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

   • Records & paperwork

     The program did not provide written notice of construction of a play structure before construction began.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff B was missing information found in a staff record form.

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

   • Staff background & training Serious

     Staff E's background check was expired. Staff E started working at the center on 2/20/2025, but was only added to the child care provider portal for a background check to be completed on 7/28/2025. An order was issued for this violation December 9, 2024.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A, B, C, and E did not have documentation of a physical exam on file.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff hours were not accurate when two staff did not sign out on 9/2/2025.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A, B, C, and E did not have documentation of CPR training on file. Staff D's CPR certificate was expired.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff C did not have documentation on file of training in child abuse & neglect laws, identification, and reporting.

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

   • Staff background & training Serious

     Staff B did not have documentation of an orientation on file.

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

   • Safety & premises

     A play structure is being installed over asphalt in the outdoor play space.

     DCF 251.06(11)(b)8. — Outdoor Play Space - Prohibited Surfaces

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The premises was not maintained in good repair when damaged sections of wall was observed in the hallway, and damaged fencing was observed in the outdoor play space. An order/forfeiture was issued for this violation November 22, 2023.

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

   • Other

     Current menus were not posted in the kitchen and in an area accessible to parents. The posted menus were from August.

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

   • Other

     Current menus were not available for review.

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

   • Safety & premises Serious

     A driver who transported children in early 2025 did not have documentation of a driving record on file.

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

   • Supervision & ratios Serious

     A vehicle used to transport children in early 2025 did not have proof of vehicle registration submitted prior to transportation occurred.

     DCF 251.08(5)(a)1. — Vehicle Requirements - Registration

   • Safety & premises Serious

     A vehicle used to transport children in early 2025 did not have a vehicle inspection report submitted prior to transportation occurred.

     DCF 251.08(5)(b) — Vehicle Inspection Report

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

4. Aug 20, 2025 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious
   • Staff background & training Serious

     Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002

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

   DCF visit report

5. Aug 6, 2025 Licensing visit
   • Records & paperwork

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

   DCF visit report

6. Mar 21, 2025 Licensing visit · 470 rules checked, 11 not met 2 serious
   • Safety & premises

     Children 1 and 4's emergency contact person was the parent. An emergency contact person must be someone who can be reached when the parent is not available.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a) — Child Record - Maintenance & Availability

   • Safety & premises

     Child 1 did not have documentation from the parent of emergency medical consent for treatment in the event of an emergency.

     DCF 251.04(6)(a)2. — Child Record - Emergency Medical Consent

   • Illness & medication

     Child 1's health history information was incomplete when the parent chose nonfood allergies, but no information for care was listed. In addition, the parent did not document if the child had other medical conditions.

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

   • Records & paperwork

     Child 4's physical exam was expired.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff E did not have documentation of a high school diploma on file.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff B's training in child abuse and neglect laws, identification, and reporting was expired.

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

   • Safety & premises Serious

     An ice melt product was accessible to children in an open container by the entry door.

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

   • Safety & premises

     Emergency evacuation routes were not posted in room 119.

     DCF 251.06(3)(b)1. — Emergencies - Routes And Shelter Areas Posted

   • Safety & premises

     The exterior exit from the infant room was blocked by equipment.

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

   • Safety & premises Serious

     Child 3 did not have documentation of emergency medical consent on transportation permission forms carried in the vehicle used for transportation.

     DCF 251.08(2)(d) — Emergency Information - Emergency Medical Consent

   • Cleanliness & sanitation

     The diaper changing surface in the infant room could not be easily cleaned when the surface had tears on it.

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

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

7. Dec 6, 2024 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious
   • Staff background & training Serious

     Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002

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

   DCF visit report

8. Nov 20, 2024 Licensing visit · 1 rules checked, 1 not met 1 serious
   • Staff background & training Serious

     Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002

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

   DCF visit report

9. Sep 26, 2024 Licensing visit · 304 rules checked, 4 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

     The Center Did Not Report A Change In Room Use At Least 20 Working Days Prior To The Change When The Main Entry Area Has Been Set Up For Care.

     DCF 251.04(3)(h) — Report - Change In Room Usage

   • Staff background & training

     Staff A Did Not Have Documentation Of Current Cpr Training On File.

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

   • Staff background & training

     Staff C Did Not Have Documentation Of Child Abuse And Neglect Training On File.

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

   • Safety & premises

     The Outdoor Play Space Enclosure Had Gaps Greater Than 4 Inches When The Fence Was Detached From The Supports In Multiple Locations Allowing The Fence To Be Pushed Away From The Supports.

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

   DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

10. Apr 19, 2024 Licensing visit · 19 rules checked, 19 not met 2 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.

    • Supervision & ratios Serious

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024, Staff Were Not Supervising Children When Staff Were Observed To Be Looking At Their Phones And A Staff Person Sat With Her Head Down On The Arm Of A Couch. Staff Did Not Supervise To Ensure The Safety Of A Nonmobile Infant Propped By Staff In A Corner Of The Sofa. Supervision Was Not Adequate When Staff Did Not Stay Close Enough To The Child To Respond If The Child Fell.

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

    • Other

      The Center Did Not Follow Their Procedure To Contact A Parent When A Child Was Absent Without Prior Notification On April 12, April 17, And April 18, 2024. A Child, Expected To Be In Care, Did Not Arrive And The Parent Was Not Contacted Regarding The Absence.

      DCF 251.055(1)(h) — Procedure If Absent Without Prior Notification

    • Safety & premises

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 A Staff Person Went Outside Twice And Smoked At The Front Entrance Door.

      DCF 251.06(2)(h) — Smoking Prohibited On Premises And In Vehicles

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 There Were Lengths Of Time When The Only Available Activity For Children Was A Television. Two Infants Were Placed In Seats Facing The Television, And Two 3 Year Old Children Were Seated On Sofas Facing The Television.

      DCF 251.07(1)(c) — Television As Part Of Program

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Children At The Center From Approximately 8:00 A.M. Until Departure At 3 P.M. Were Not Taken Outside For Outdoor Activities.

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

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Staff Did Not Implement Center Program Written Policies. Daily Program Activities Were Not Implemented.

      DCF 251.07(1)(h) — Program Reflects Policies

    • Safety & premises

      Children Cared For In The Main Entrance Room Of The Center On April 11, 2024 Did Not Have A Choice Of At Least Three Activities Per Child. The Three Year Old Children Were Observed Via Video To Watch Television, Ride On Two Scooters, And Color With Crayons On Paper. No Other Toys/Equipment Were Made Available To The Children By Staff.

      DCF 251.07(3)(b)2. — Equipment - Quantity For Indoors

    • Safety & premises

      A Review Of Center Video Showed Infants In Care On April 11, 2024 Were Not Provided With A Crib Or Playpen When The Infants Were Placed To Sleep On A Sofa Or Left In An Infant Bouncy Seat.

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

    • Food & allergies

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Minimum Meal Requirements Were Not Met For Lunch When Milk Was Not Offered To The Two 3 Year Old Children In Care.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 The Table Used For Children To Eat At Was Not Cleaned And Sanitized Prior To Snack Or Lunch.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Children's Hands Were Not Washed Prior To Snack.

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

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Two Infants Were Not Cared For In A Self Contained Room Or Area When They Were Cared For In The Front Entrance Room Of The Center. The Center Has A Designated Infant Room, The Infants Were Not Cared For In This Room For The Entirety Of The Reviewed Video; 8:00 A.M. Until Approximately 3:00 P.M.

      DCF 251.09(1)(d) — Infant & Toddler - Assignment To Room & Caregiver

    • Other Serious

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Two Infants Were Left To Sleep In A Bouncy Seat And/Or On A Sofa.

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

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Staff Did Not Regularly Change Two Infant's Body Position And Location. The Infants Were Observed In Bouncy Seats, Placed On A Sofa, Or Being Held By Staff. The Infants Were Observed In The Video From Approximately 8:00 A.M. To 3:00 P.M.

      DCF 251.09(2)(f) — Infant & Toddler - Changing Infant Body Positions, Location

    • Other

      Per A Review Of Center Video Of April 11, 2024 Staff Did Not Encourage Infants To Play With A Wide Variety Of Safe Toys And Objects. Toys Were Not Available And Infants Were Primarily Held, Placed On A Sofa Or Placed In Bouncy Seats.

      DCF 251.09(2)(h) — Infant & Toddler - Safe Toys & Objects

    • Food & allergies

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Staff Propped A Bottle On An Infant With A Blanket. The Child Was Not Held But Was Placed In A Bouncy Infant Type Seat. The Child Was Unable To Hold The Bottle.

      DCF 251.09(3)(a)9. — Infant & Toddler - Bottle Feeding

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Infants Diapers Were Changed On A Sofa. The Surface Was Not Cleaned And Disinfected.

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

    • Cleanliness & sanitation

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 The Area Where Infant's Diapers Were Changed, Above Floor Level, Did Not Have A Barrier Or Restraint To Prevent The Child From Falling.

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

    • Other

      A Review Of Center Video Showed On April 11, 2024 Infants Were Cared For In A Room That Did Not Have A Sink In It.

      DCF 251.09(4)(b) — Infant & Toddler - Sinks In Self-Contained Area

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)

11. Mar 13, 2024 Licensing visit

    No violations cited on this visit.

    DCF visit report · Correction plan (PDF)