St. John's Child Development Center - Portage WI Licensed Group Child Care

426 W Emmett St , PORTAGE WI 53901
(608) 742-9000

About the Provider

Description: At Open Arms CDC, we believe that children are precious individuals who should always be treated as such. During the early years, children need a stimulating and loving environment that will provide them with experiences that will aid them in development to their full potential.

Additional Information: 4 stars. Initial License Date: 2/24/2002. Open Jan - Dec.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 1004992
  • Capacity: 85
  • Age Range: 6 Week(s) - 12 Year(s)
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations 4 star center
  • YoungStar Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: After School, Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Full-Time, Part-Time
  • Transportation: , Field Trips
  • District Office: Wisconsin Dept of Children and Families (DCF)- Child Care Regulation and Licensing
  • District Office Phone: 608-266-9314 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Violation Date Rule Number Rule Summary
2021-05-13 Licensing No violations found ***
2019-07-19 251.07(6)(k)1. Health Examination - Children Under Age 2
Description: Each child under two years of age did not have a follow-up health examination at least once every six months when the Child 1's last health examination was on 10/29/2018.
2019-02-08 251.06(9)(d)1.b. Food Storage - Refrigeration Units
Description: The freezer in the kitchen was not maintained at 0 degrees or lower when both thermometers measured 7 degrees.
2018-12-19 Licensing No violations found ***
2018-09-12 Licensing No violations found ***
2018-09-11 251.04(2)(a) Compliance With Laws
Description: Contrary to s. 48.685(3)(bm) Wis. Stats., Staff B did not have a complete criminal background check updated within the past 12 months. The DOJ and DHS/DRL reports were not completed within the last year.
2018-09-11 251.06(9)(d)1.c. Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers
Description: The refrigerator and freezer in the 4K/School Age classroom, located in the basement, did not have thermometers.
2018-09-11 251.06(9)(d)1.b. Food Storage - Refrigeration Units
Description: The freezer in the kitchen was not maintained at 0 degrees or lower when both thermometers measured 7 degrees.
2018-09-11 251.07(4)(b) Naps Or Rest Periods - Awake Children
Description: Five children who were awake in the Green Room at 1:30 PM were not permitted to get up and to have quiet time through the use of equipment or activities which would not disturb other children.
2018-09-11 251.07(6)(j)9. Reviewing Injury Records
Description: Medical log books in the school age classroom were not reviewed every six months when the reviews were conducted annually.
2018-09-11 251.05(1)(b) Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
Description: Staff A did not have documentation of a department-approved training in shaken baby syndrome before working with children under the age of 5.
2018-09-11 251.05(1)(L)1. Staff Health Examination - Requirements
Description: Staff B did not have record of a health examination, including a TB test, within 30 days after beginning work at the center.
2018-09-05 251.11(4)(b) Continuation License - Application Materials Submission
Description: At least 30 days before the continuation review date of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department the following materials: 1. A completed license continuation application. 2. The license renewal fee and any forfeiture due and owing. 3. Any changes to center policies.
2018-03-22 251.06(9)(d)1.b. Food Storage - Refrigeration Units
Description: The refrigerator in the basement was not maintained at 40 degrees or lower when it measured at 46 degrees.
2018-03-22 251.07(6)(f)1.b. Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling
Description: The label on an over-the-counter medication stated the medication should not be used for children under age 6 and the Authorization to Administer Medication form was for a 3-year-old child.

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