Frances Circle of Life Cc Center
6150 W FOND DU LAC AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI 53218-5600Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a YoungStar rating of 3 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 3 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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 39
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). Of 30 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jul 10, 202519 Findings1 Critical18 Important
- Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children251.06(2)(d)
A bottle of disinfectant cleaner was observed on a shelf accessible to children in the classroom. This was placed out o
- Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2251.04(6)(a)8.a.
Child 2 does not have documentation of an initial health examination report within 3 months after Child 2 was admitted t
- Staff Record - Personal Information251.05(2)(a)1.
Staff B does not have documentation in the staff record of education and previous work experience in child care, includi
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training251.05(3)(c)
Staff B does not have documentation of a certificate of completion in infant and child CPR and AED use within 3 months a
- Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training251.05(3)(cm)
Staff B does not have documentation biennial training on child abuse & neglect reporting requirements within one week af
- Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document251.05(4)(a)
Staff B does not have documentation of a written orientation program within Staff B's first week at the center.
- Supervision Of Children251.055(1)(a)
A 2 year old left the infant room through an exit door into a lobby without the knowledge of the assigned child care pr
- Potential Source Of Harm On Premises251.06(2)(a)
A pencil sharpener was observed on the floor of infant room with a sharpening blade inside of it.
- Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair251.06(2)(gm)
Standing brown water was observed inside of two toys in the outdoor play space.
- Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width251.06(4)(d)
A pack n play was observed blocking the exit door in the infant room.
- Cleanliness Of Furnishings, Toys, Equipment251.07(3)(i)
There is a hole in a pillow in the school age room with stuffing coming out of it. This makes the pillow not easily cle
- Menus - Post251.07(5)(a)5.a.
The menu posted in the kitchen and on the parent board are from 06/22/25-06/28/25.
- Medication Administration - Parent Authorization251.07(6)(f)1.a.
There is no parent authorization for a children's Tylenol stored at the center.
- Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling251.07(6)(f)1.b.
A bottle of children's Tylenol being stored at the center is not labeled with the child's name.
- Information In Vehicle - Route And Stops251.08(3)(c)
Routes and stops are not kept at the center while the transportation van is being used.
- Vehicle Inspection Report251.08(5)(b)
There is no annual vehicle inspection report for a new vehicle being used by the center to transport children. A vehicl
- Vehicle Safety Alarm - Installed251.08(8)(a)
There is no child safety vehicle alarm installed in a van being used by the center to transport children.
- Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development251.09(1)(c)
Changes in development and routines for Child 1 and Child 2 are not documented every 3 months based on a conversation wi
- Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings251.09(1)(j)
A pack n play was observed in the infant room with a mattress covering that does not fit snugly over the mattress.
Feb 20, 202511 Findings11 Important
- Child Record - Enrollment Information251.04(6)(a)1.
Child 1's child record is incomplete and missing information on names, addresses, and telephone numbers of persons other
- Child Record - Health History251.04(6)(a)6.
Child 1 has a documented medical condition, however there is no information provided about triggers that may cause a pro
- Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document251.05(4)(a)
Staff B does not have documentation of a written orientation program (staff orientation checklist).
- Bathroom Supplies251.06(10)(f)
There is no paper towel in the girls and boys bathrooms.
- Outdoor Play Space - Prohibited Surfaces251.06(11)(b)8.
A slide was observed in the outdoor play space that is placed over felt turf which is on top of concrete.
- Potential Source Of Harm On Premises251.06(2)(a)
A 5 gallon water jug filled with water was observed on a shelf in between infant and school age classrooms accessible to
- Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width251.06(4)(d)
The secondary exit outside of 3-5 year old room blocked is blocked with cots.
- Naps Or Rest Periods - Sleeping Surfaces - Children 1 And Ol251.07(4)(cm)
Upon arrival to the visit, a 1 year old child was observed sleeping in a high chair. Each child 1 year of age and older
- Menus - Post251.07(5)(a)5.a.
Menus are not posted at the center.
- Menus - Available For Review251.07(5)(a)5.c.
There are no menus available for licensing review.
- Information In Vehicle - Emergency Information251.08(3)(b)
The transportation permission for Child 2 is incomplete and is missing Child 2's heath care provider information.
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