Pigtails and Bowties Family Childcare
4937 N 38TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53209-5335Childery 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
- Infants, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 6
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:4 8
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (4), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). None of the 30 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20269 Findings9 Important
- After Completion Of Preservice Training Under Subd 3., A Chi202.08(1)(b)5.
The operator was not able to provide documentation that she had 5 hours of qualifying continuing education annually that
- Each Child Shall Be Allowed To Have Undisturbed Rest Or A Na202.08(11)(a)
The pack n play being used for the child that present was observed to have sides that were not fully raised and locked i
- A Safe Crib Or Playpen With A Tight-Fitting Mattress With A202.08(11)(d)
A soft blanket was tucked into the pack n play and a blanket, stuffed animals, toys, and loose items were inside the sle
- The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Ha202.08(2)(c)
The kitchen outlet had a scented plug into the outlet.
- The Premises, Furnishings, And Equipment Shall Be Free From202.08(2)(f)
Liter was observed outside in the backyard.
- The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or De202.08(2)(L)
There were peeling paint on the neighbor's garage and the back of the home that was accessible to children.
- A Provider Shall Change A Child's Wet Or Soiled Clothing Or202.08(4)(i)
The two method steps for sanitizing and disinfecting was incorrect when asking the operator for the process that she use
- The Child Care Provider Shall Clean A Child's Superficial Wo202.08(4)(j)
The operator stated that she uses alcohol pads, hydroperoxide or antibacterial ointment before putting a bandage on the
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Ac202.08(5)(i)
Attendance sheets were reviewed and departure time was missing for Monday, 4/20/2026.
Sep 24, 202510 Findings10 Important
- After Completion Of Preservice Training Under Subd 3., A Chi202.08(1)(b)5.
The operator was not able to provide receiving and document receiving at least 5 hours of qualifying continuing educatio
- A Safe Crib Or Playpen With A Tight-Fitting Mattress With A202.08(11)(d)
The pack and play was not assembled, there were no fitted sheets inside and was filled with toys while the operator had
- The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Ha202.08(2)(c)
There were loose cords, push pins, hand sanitizer and air freshener accessible to children.
- The Premises, Furnishings, And Equipment Shall Be Free From202.08(2)(f)
There were standing water in basement causing paint on the floor to bubble and peel.
- Bathrooms, Including Toilets, Sinks, And Potty Chairs, Shall202.08(2)(g)
There were no paper towels in the bathroom.
- The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or De202.08(2)(L)
The neighbor's garage had peeling paint that was accessible to children in the outdoor play area.
- A Provider Shall Change A Child's Wet Or Soiled Clothing Or202.08(4)(i)
The operator's steps of sanitizing and disinfecting the surface area was not correct after changing a diaper.
- The Emergency Plan Under Subd. 1. Shall Be Reviewed Periodi202.08(4m)(a)2.
The designated areas for tornado drill in the basement was block off and not accessible.
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Ac202.08(5)(i)
The operator did not have September's attendance sheet to be reviewed during the monitoring visit.
- A Child Care Provider Shall Offer Daily Activities According202.08(8)(b)
The daily activities did not meet the age and developmental level of the children in care.
Aug 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- If Requested By The Certification Agency, An Operator Shall202.08(1m)(e)
The operator did not submit a plan of correction as requested for violations issued on 7/8/2025 with a due date of 7/22/
Jun 4, 202510 Findings10 Important
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Commun202.08(12)(c)
Child #1, #2 and #4 were missing a written contract that specifies the charge for child care services and the expected f
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Commun202.08(12)(d)
Child #4 was missing documentation stating the certified child care operator had ongoing communication with the child's
- 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.
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Commun202.08(12)(g)
Child #1 was missing the Child Care Intake for Child Under 2 Years form on file.
- For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age, A Report Of A Physical202.08(4)(a)1.
Child #1 was missing a physical examination report on file and a follow-up health examination at least once every 6 mont
- For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical202.08(4)(a)2.
Child #2 and child #4 were missing a physical examination report on file.
- The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Have On File For Eac202.08(4)(e)
Immunization were missing for child #1 and child #2.
- An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan For Taking Appropriate202.08(4m)(a)1.
The operator did not have a written emergency plan for taking appropriate action in the event of emergencies.
- An Operator Shall Designate An Emergency Back-Up Provider.202.08(4m)(c)
The operator did not have an emergency back up designated during the visit. After the discussion, the operator was able
- An Operator Shall Ensure That Each Provider, Volunteer, Subs202.08(4m)(e)1.-5.
1. The Names And Ages Of Children In Care.
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