Children's Advocates Learning Center
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a YoungStar rating of 2 Star. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Wisconsin's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Wisconsin caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:4, and preschool ratios at 1:13. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 15 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- YoungStar 2 Star (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:13 26
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (9), Children's Records & Files (2), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 20 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jun 26, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Potential Source Of Harm On Premises250.06(2)(e)
There was a part of the fence in the backyard that was jutting out front he fence.It had peeling paint and sharp ends. I
- Written Emergency Plans250.06(3)(a)
There was no map posted of the daycare including emergency exits/tornado shelters etc.
Nov 25, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Staff File - Physical Examination - Form250.05(2)(d)1.
Staff A and B was missing a physical examination report
- Provider Training - Substitutes & Volunteers250.05(3)(c)
Staff B was missing current training. Licensee sated she would move her to kitchen help until her classes are completed.
- Provider Training - Obtain Cpr Certificate250.05(3)(e)1.
Staff B was missing current training. Licensee sated she would move her to kitchen help until her classes are completed.
- Provider Training - Infant & Toddler Care250.05(3)(f)
Staff B was missing current training. Licensee sated she would move her to kitchen help until her classes are completed.
- Biennial Training - Child Abuse & Neglect250.05(3)(fm)
Staff B was missing current training. Licensee sated she would move her to kitchen help until her classes are completed.
Sep 18, 202411 Findings1 Critical10 Important
- Staff File - Background Check Results250.05(2)(b)
Staff C did not have a completed background check on file due to a misspelling of their name.
- Current, Accurate Information250.04(2)(c)
Accurate information was not entered into the portal when a teachers name has an alternative spelling, which varied fro
- Child Record - Health History250.04(6)(a)1m.
Child 2 and 3 did not have health history forms on file to document potential health care needs.
- Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5250.04(6)(a)4.b.
Child 3 did not have a Child Health Report on file within 30 days of enrollment.
- Staff File - Days, Hours Worked250.05(2)(c)
There was missing documentation of hours staff provided children marked on attendance record. Multiple records did not
- Staff File - Physical Examination - Physical Ability250.05(2)(d)1.b.
Staff C did not have documentation of being physically able to work with children within 30 days of being to work with c
- Provider Training - Substitutes & Volunteers250.05(3)(c)
The program did not have written records documenting the hours that Staff C was used to provide care. Records provided b
- Provider Training - Current Cpr Certificate250.05(3)(e)2.
Staff B did not have documentation of training in CPR.
- Provider Training - Infant & Toddler Care250.05(3)(f)
Staff B did not have training required to provide care for infants and toddlers.
- Biennial Training - Child Abuse & Neglect250.05(3)(fm)
Staff B did not have documentation of training in the prevention of child abuse and neglect within the past two years.
- Provider Training - Abusive Head Trauma250.05(3)(g)
Staff C did not have documentation of Abusive Head Trauma training.
Aug 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Department Access To Center250.12(2)
The Department was unable to gain access to the program during attempted visits on 8/12/2024 and 8/27/2024.
Aug 20, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- Staff File - Background Check Results250.05(2)(b)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001