Gan Ami Early Childhood Education - Whitefish Bay WI LICENSED GROUP

6255 N Santa Monica Blvd , WHITEFISH BAY WI 53217
(414) 967-8189

About the Provider

Description: Gan Ami Early Childhood Education is more than a daycare, a preschool, or kindergarten – we are a school led by professional educators who encourage our children to explore their natural curiosity and creativity, while providing opportunity for our families to create community.

Our co-constructed curriculum emerges from the interests and ideas of the children in collaboration with the teachers. We strive to provide a happy and relaxed learning situation that emphasizes the process of learning and the pleasure of discovery.

As part of our belief that learning takes place through play and hands-on experiences, children are encouraged to develop creativity and critical thinking skills through a balance of structured activities and interactive play.

Together, our parents and teachers grow and learn about child development, parenting, and Jewish life. Being a part of a diverse community, we build connections that enrich our everyday living and learning.

Additional Information: Initial License Date: 5/18/1998. Open Jan - Dec. 2 stars.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 220223
  • Capacity: 345
  • Age Range: 6 wks - 13 yrs 11 mo
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations Association For Early Learning Leaders' National Accreditation Commission (Ellnac)
  • YoungStar Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: Full Time. After School Care provided.
  • Current License Issue Date: 1998-05-18
  • 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
2026-02-04 See Violations below Licensing
2026-02-04 In the Tziporim room, a cabinet under the diaper changing table containing cleaning wipes and other items labeled keep out of reach of children was found unlocked and accessible to children. Violation
Description: 251.06(2)(d) — Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children
2026-02-04 During the monitoring visit, holes were observed in the center's indoor large motor play space. Violation
Description: 251.06(2)(gm) — Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair
2026-02-04 Expired Baby cereal was observed in Rimonim room, with an expiration date of 1/1/2026. Violation
Description: 251.06(9)(c)1. — Safe Food
2026-02-04 A playset with an attached slide was observed near a wall in the Tutium room, posing a potential safety risk. Violation
Description: 251.07(3)(a)3. — Indoor Equipment - Placement
2026-02-04 Injury records not reviewed in Prachim and Limonim rooms every 6 months as required. The last documented reviews were 07/08/2025 and 03/11/2025. Violation
Description: 251.07(6)(dm)4. — Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records
2026-02-04 Tears were observed in the diaper changing surface in the Shemesh room. Violation
Description: 251.09(4)(a)3. — Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection
2025-06-03 See Violations below Licensing
2025-06-03 Child 1 does not have documentation of a follow-up health examination report at least once every 6 months as required. The most recent health report on file for Child 1 was on 11/25/24. Violation
Description: 251.04(6)(a)8.a. — Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2
2025-06-03 Staff A and Staff E do not have documentation in the staff record of address, date of birth, education, position, previous work experience in child care, including the reason for leaving previous positions, and the name, address, and telephone numbers of persons to be notified in an emergency. Violation
Description: 251.05(2)(a)1. — Staff Record - Personal Information
2025-06-03 Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of a physical examination report within 30 days after Staff D and Staff E were hired. Violation
Description: 251.05(2)(a)3.a. — Staff Record - Physical Examination
2025-06-03 Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of completion of department-approved training in abusive head trauma, and appropriate ways to manage crying, fussing, or distraught children prior to beginning to work with children under 5 years of age. Violation
Description: 251.05(3)(b) — Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training
2025-06-03 Staff A does not have a current certificate of completion for infant and child CPR and AED use. The CPR certificate on file for Staff A expired 08/26/24. Staff D does not have documentation of a certificate of completion for infant and child CPR and AED use within 3 months after Staff D began working with children. Violation
Description: 251.05(3)(c) — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training
2025-06-03 Staff A does not have documentation of a current biennial child abuse & neglect training. The most recent training certificate on file for Staff A was taken April 2023. Staff D and Staff E do not have documentation of a biennial child abuse & neglect training within one week after Staff D and Staff E began work at the center. Violation
Description: 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training
2025-06-03 Staff H, identified as an assistant teacher, does not have documentation of assistant teacher qualifications. Violation
Description: 251.05(3)(g)2. — Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications

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