Growing Geniuses Childcare
5301 N 68TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53218-2902Childery 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.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
- 6
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 16 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jan 27, 20268 Findings8 Important
- Prior To A Child's First Day Of Attendance For Any Child In202.08(12)(f)1-4
1. The Parents' Home And Work Phone Numbers.
- A One-Unit Or Two-Unit Residential Building Shall Have A Fun202.08(2)(am)1.
The ground floor did not have a functioning carbon monoxide detector.
- The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Ha202.08(2)(c)
A loose cord was accessible in the infant room. The cabinet under the sink and two drawers did not have a functioning lo
- The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or De202.08(2)(L)
Peeling paint was accessible in the outdoor play area.
- For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age, A Report Of A Physical202.08(4)(a)1.
There was no updated health report on file for child #4.
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Have On File For Eac202.08(4)(e)
There were no immunization records or completed waivers on file for children #1-#4.
- An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan For Taking Appropriate202.08(4m)(a)1.
The written emergency plan did not include procedures for a fire, tornado, flood, extreme outdoor hear or cold, loss of
- An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan To Prevent And Respond202.08(4m)(b)
There was no written policy for preventing and responding to allergy-related emergencies.
Sep 24, 20253 Findings3 Important
- A Child Care Provider Shall Ensure That Each Child Shall Be202.08(10)(a)
There was no milk present to meet the USDA CACFP minimum meal patten requirements.
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Commun202.08(12)(k)
Field trip permission slips were not kept on file for field trips taken the the Botanical Garden and Brown Deer Lanes in
- The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Ha202.08(2)(c)
Loose cords, fragrant plugs, a toilet plunger, and hot tools were accessible to children. The cabinet under the sink in
May 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Certified Child Care Operator Shall Comply With All Laws202.08(1m)(a)4.
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001
Jan 31, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A One-Unit Or Two-Unit Residential Building Shall Have A Fun202.08(2)(am)1.
There was no working carbon monoxide detector on the main level of the home.
Jul 16, 20243 Findings3 Important
- The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Ha202.08(2)(c)
A razor was accessible in the bathroom and removed immediately.
- For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age, A Report Of A Physical202.08(4)(a)1.
The health report for child #3 on the Child Record Checklist was outdated.
- For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical202.08(4)(a)2.
The health report for child #4 on the Child Record Checklist was outdated.
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