Report Child Care Fraud

If you suspect Child Care Fraud, be a part of the solution. You may remain anonymous. Please fill out the Child Care Fraud Form, or email dcfmbchildcarefraud @wisconsin.gov.

Media Contact

(608) 422-7800
dcfmedia@wisconsin.gov

Report a Child Care Concern or Complaint

If you have a concern about something going on in a child care facility or you suspect child abuse, neglect or exploitation at a child care facility, please use the drop-down menu on the Tell Us How We Are Doing page to fill out the appropriate complaint form.

The Impact YoungStar has in Wisconsin

Both providers and parents find value in participating in YoungStar. From the star ratings that help parents locate quality child care to the training and support available to providers to help them improve their star ratings, YoungStar is designed to help parents and providers assure that children are ready for kindergarten and beyond. Learn more about YoungStar ratings, statistics, and other data from the monthly reports below.

  1 Star Rating 2 Star Rating 3 Star Rating 4 Star Rating 5 Star Rating Totals
Child Care Facilities Rated by Youngstar 7 1799 1,020 177 497 3,899 programs
Wisconsin Shares Enrollment Authorized by YoungStar Rating 0 14,465 10,553 1,530 5,448 35,707 children

Data is current as of February 28, 2025.

Table Instructions: This table contains monthly YoungStar narratives and statistics since 2012. Older entries are available under the accordions below. Click the date to open the menu.

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If you have questions about individual statistical measures, feel free to contact YoungStar at youngstar@wisconsin.gov.