Little Brainiacs Academy Inc
3532 W NORTH AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI 53208-1414Childery 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 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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 15 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 5, 20266 Findings6 Important
- Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training251.05(3)(b)
Staff A did not have documentation of a completed AHT training on file.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training251.05(3)(c)
Staff C did not have a current CPR certificate on file.
- Continuing Education - Documentation Of 12 Month Period251.05(4)(c)9.
Staff C did not have documentation of continuing education hours for 2025.
- Safe Food251.06(9)(c)1.
There were containers of toddler snacks that were opened on 2/8/26; the label states to use within 5 days of opening.
- Driver Orientation - Requirement251.08(4)(b)
Staff A and Staff C did not have a driver training completed within the last year.
- Driver Record - Obtain & Review251.08(4)(c)1.
Staff A and Staff C did not have a driving record completed within the past year.
Aug 6, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record251.04(6)(b)
The attendance record at the time of the visit was not accurate. Staff were signing children in late as licensors had ar
- Child Tracking Procedure251.055(1)(f)
The tracking in the center was not accurate; there were 17 children present but only 13 children on the tracking logs.
Apr 21, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Potential Source Of Harm On Premises251.06(2)(a)
There were loose garbage bags under the sink in an unlocked cabinet in the 2-3 year old room.
- Safe Food251.06(9)(c)1.
There was a container of Puffs in the infant room that was opened on 10/23/24; the label states to discard if not used w
- Food Storage - Dry Food251.06(9)(d)2.a.
There was an opened box of graham cracker sticks in the kitchen that were not stored in an airtight container or bag wit
- Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development251.09(1)(c)
There was one intake under two form that did not have any updates documented since 11/4/24.
Jan 30, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Food Storage - Refrigeration Units251.06(9)(d)1.b.
The freezer in the kitchen registered at 8 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanli251.07(4)(e)
The cots were not completely covered.
- Driver Record - Obtain & Review251.08(4)(c)1.
Staff C did not have an driving record completed within the past year; the record on file was dated 1/4/24.
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