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.

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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.

YoungStar and NAEYC Accreditation Changes

On March 1, 2025, NAEYC introduced a redesigned version of their accreditation system. The new system gives programs multiple pathways, or tiers, for engaging in continuous quality improvement.  

  • Tier 1 – Recognition: Entry-level designation affirming foundational quality practices through a limited documentation review
  • Tier 2 - Accreditation: An accreditation designation with a full documentation review and a potential site visit
  • Tier 3 - Accreditation+: An advanced level of accreditation with a full documentation review, guaranteed site visit, and additional quality assurance measures 


As part of the implementation process for the new tiered system, NAEYC determined that all currently accredited programs would automatically transition to the Tier 3 - Accreditation+ status. To be consistent with this decision, YoungStar has aligned and updated its accreditation policy to match NAEYC's decision. 

  • As of March 1, 2025, all YoungStar participating programs seeking to receive a 5 Star rating through NAEYC accreditation will be required to attain Tier 3 - Accreditation+ status.
  • All programs looking to renew their NAEYC accreditation in the future will also need to do so at the Tier 3 - Accreditation+ status.

 
Want to Learn More?

Learn more about the NAEYC accreditation changes by visiting the NAEYC website

Visit the Accreditation Programs section of the YoungStar FAQs

Visit the YoungStar Policy webpage to view the updated Accreditation Policy