La Petite Academy Fourier
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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants
- Licensed capacity
- 105
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Children's Records & Files (1), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Dec 4, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Staff Record - Physical Examination251.05(2)(a)3.a.
Staff B did not have a completed physical examination report on file within 30 days of being hired.
- Staff Record - Orientation251.05(2)(a)8.
Staff B and C did not have a completed orientation on file within the first week of working at the center.
- Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanli251.07(4)(e)
Cots in the two's room were not covered and not maintained/stored in a clean or sanitary manner.
- Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records251.07(6)(dm)4.
Medical log book was not reviewed every 6 months to ensure all possible preventative measures are being taken.
May 5, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Potential Source Of Harm On Premises251.06(2)(a)
The outdoor premises was not free from hazards when on the infant/toddler playground a large hole/gap was observed under
- Naps Or Rest Periods - Awake Children251.07(4)(b)
In the Pre-K classroom, children who awakened from nap were not allowed off their cots or given a choice of equipment or
- Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises251.07(6)(f)6.
Non-prescription medication was stored at the center without current medication administration authorization from the pa
Dec 16, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Staff Record - Physical Examination251.05(2)(a)3.a.
Staff A, B, C and D did not have a completed physical examination report on file within 30 days of being hired. The repo
- Staff Record - Orientation251.05(2)(a)8.
Staff C did not have documentation of completing an orientation within the first week of working at the center.
- Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training251.05(3)(b)
Staff C did not have documentation of completing abusive head trauma prevention training prior to beginning to work with
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training251.05(3)(c)
Staff D did not have documentation of completing CPR training.
- Child Care Teacher - Entry-Level Training251.05(3)(f)3.
Staff C and D did not complete the required entry level training prior to assuming the position of a child care teacher.
- Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum251.055(2)(b)
Staff-to-child ratios were not met during the licensing visit when one staff member was caring for seven children in the
Aug 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Wet Or Soiled Clothing251.07(6)(g)7.
Wet or soiled clothing was not changed promptly when the preschool classroom had lunch indoors in wet clothing after out