Creative Explorers Learning Center - Oak Creek WI Licensed Group Child Care

8630 S Shepard Ave , Oak Creek WI 53154
(414) 301-9160

About the Provider

Description: Creative Explorers Learning Center is now accepting applications! We accept children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old for our full and part time programs. Our educational childcare program focuses on creating a safe, stimulating and caring environment for your child. At Creative Explorers, our focus is promoting your child's intellectual, emotional, physical and creative development. All of our staff are qualified in early education.

Additional Information: Initial License Date: 9/18/2012. Open Jan - Dec. 3 stars.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 2001757
  • Capacity: 50
  • Age Range: 4 Week(s) - 13 Year(s)
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations Association for Early Learning Leaders' National Accreditation Commission (ELLNAC)
  • YoungStar Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • 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
2021-05-11 Licensing No violations found ***
2019-11-01 251.09(1)(k) Infant & Toddler - Bedding
Description: Infant observed with blanket near the face in the crib
2019-11-01 251.09(4)(a)3. Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection
Description: One step process used to disinfect diaper changing table in infant room
2019-11-01 251.09(1)(L) Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs
Description: Infants observed asleep on crib with fluffy blankets and "boppy" style pillows in the crib
2019-11-01 251.06(11)(b)7. Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure
Description: South side of the enclosure hate had a greater than four inch gap space
2019-11-01 251.05(2)(a)4.a. Staff Record - Registry Certificate
Description: Staff B lacked a Registry certificate on file
2019-07-12 251.09(4)(a)4. Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Safety
Description: According to the center's self report a child fell from the diaper changing station.
2018-11-05 251.06(9)(d)1.c. Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers
Description: The thermometer located in the one-year-old room was not accurate at the time of licensing visit. Thermometer was digital and would not turn on.
2018-11-05 251.09(1)(k) Infant & Toddler - Bedding
Description: An infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket which was not tucked tightly under the mattress. Child was swaddled with a loose blanket. Blanket was moved during visit.
2018-11-05 251.07(6)(f)1.a. Medication Administration - Parent Authorization
Description: Three medications observed in the two year old room were present with blanket authorizations.
2018-11-05 251.06(11)(b)5. Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces
Description: The preschool play area did not have at least nine inches of energy absorbing materials under the yellow slides.
2018-11-05 251.07(6)(i)7. Use Of Hand Sanitizers
Description: Hand sanitizer was used to wash a childs hands instead of soap and running water.
2018-08-31 Licensing No violations found ***
2017-11-14 251.06(9)(g)1.b. Food Service Staff - Clothing, Hair Restraints
Description: Staff preparing lunch was not wearing an appropriate hair restraint at the time of licensing visit.
2017-11-14 251.06(5)(c) Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule
Description: Garbage containers, located in the kitchens, contained food items but were not covered at the time of licensing visit.

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