Wisconsin childcare licensing requirements.

Ratios, group sizes, certifications, and drills for Wisconsin. Per DCF Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers (DCF 251). Bloomily tracks every one of them live, so the paperwork is ready before anyone asks.

Wisconsin DCF Pre-Inspection Checklist

  • Current DCF license posted visibly
  • License reflects current capacity and age groups
  • License renewal application submitted timely
  • Inspection reports available for parent review
  • Parent rights information posted
  • Caregiver Background Check (CBC) completed for all staff
  • Background check rechecks current (every 4 years)
  • Wisconsin Registry certificate current for all staff
  • Director meets qualification requirements (Registry Level 14+)
  • Teachers meet qualification requirements
  • Pediatric CPR certification current for all staff
  • First aid certification current for all staff

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