The Salvation Army Child Learn Ctr
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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a YoungStar rating of 5 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 5 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, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 125
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (7), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Abuse Recognition & Reporting (1). Of 18 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jun 26, 202510 Findings10 Important
- Annual Training - Child Abuse & Neglect252.07(3)(b)
Staff B did not complete current training in child abuse and neglect laws, identification and reporting procedures.
- Driver Orientation - Requirement252.09(4)(b)
The drivers did not complete an annual training regarding transportation of children and the requirements pertaining to
- Driver Record - Obtain & Review252.09(4)(c)1.
The licensee did not obtain a copy of the driving record for Staff D a designated driver for the camp.
- Staff File - Personal Information252.42(1)(a)1.
Staff E did not have on file the name, address, and telephone numbers of persons to be notified in an emergency.
- Staff File - Pre-Camp Training252.42(1)(a)4.
Staff B and E did not have documentation of successful completion of pre-camp training.
- Staff File - High School Diploma Or Equivalent252.42(1)(a)6.
Staff C, D and E did not have documentation of a high school diploma or its equivalent as determined by the Wisconsin de
- Pre-Camp Training - Abusive Head Trauma252.42(3)(a)13.
Staff A and C did not have on file documentation of completing Abusive Head Trauma training.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training252.42(3)(e)
Staff B and C did not have documentation of a current certificate of completion for child and adult cardiopulmonary resu
- Child Tracking Procedure252.425(1)(b)
The tracking procedure was not accurate as groups were being split and the tracking sheet was kept with one of the two c
- Medication Administration - Parental Authorization252.44(6)(e)1.a.
Medication intended for use by a child did not have administration instructions, including dosage, medication intervals
Dec 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- License Continuation - Time Frame To Submit Materials252.05(1)(b)2.
8/7/2024
Aug 7, 20242 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- Staff File - Background Check Results252.42(1)(a)3.
There was not documentation of a completed caregiver background check for Staff B prior to the person working with child
- Parent Notification - Injury, Consumption Of Allergen, Incor252.41(5)(a)3.
A child's parent was not contacted immediately when the child received a visible bump to the head.
Jun 27, 20245 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- Staff File - Background Check Results252.42(1)(a)3.
There was not documentation of a caregiver background check being completed for Staff B before that person began working
- Driver Orientation - Requirement252.09(4)(b)
The drivers did not complete a drivers training before transporting children. The licensee did not review, document and
- Driver Record - Obtain & Review252.09(4)(c)1.
Prior to the day a driver first transports children in care, the licensee did not obtain a copy of the driving record fo
- Staff File - Pre-Camp Training252.42(1)(a)4.
There was no documentation of pre-camp training being completed for each staff member.
- Medical Log - Observation Or Evidence Of Injury252.44(6)(g)3.a.
Staff were not recording in a medical log book any evidence of unusual bruises, contusions, lacerations, or burns seen o