KINDERCARE LEARNING CTR-OLD SAUK
MADISON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address7126 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI, 53717
Phone608-831-1223
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity135
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium7
- Medium-Low7
- Low0
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Location
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7126 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI, 53717, MADISON, WI 53717
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/13/2026
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium7
- Medium-Low7
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk2/13/2026
Washrooms - Sanitary Conditions (251.06(10)(dm)1.)
Washrooms in the Two's room were not in a sanitary condition when they were dirty and not flushed. The diaper change table sink was dirty, stained and dusty. Rule 251.06(10)(dm)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk2/13/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
A preschooler was unsupervised when he stepped out of the room to wash his hands. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/13/2026
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
An expired epi-pen that was intended to use by a child was kept at the center with an expired medication administration authorization. A medication for a child that was not longer at the center was also kept it. Staff member were unaware that it was stored at the medication box. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/13/2026
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
The lines in the medical logbook for the Two's room were skipped after each entry. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/13/2026
Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)
The refrigeration unit at the Infants room was not maintained at 40 degrees or lower when thermometer showed 48 degrees. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/13/2026
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
Dry food was not stored in bags with zip-type closures, metal glass or food grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers when an opened box of mashed potatoes was sitting on the counter. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk10/22/2025
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Some staff member included in the staff-to-child ratio did not sign-in or out, in multiple rooms. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/22/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
The children were not properly supervised in the Twos' room when they climbed on the furniture. Instead of providing guidance to ensure their safety, the teachers engaged in other activities. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk10/22/2025
Staff-To-Child Ratios - Minimum (251.055(2)(b))
The staff-to-child-ratio was exceeded when 7 children under the 18 months old were cared by one child care worker at the Infants and Two's rooms Rule 251.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/22/2025
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
The center did not maintain the medical log book pages numbered. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/22/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
The director or the director's designee did not review records of injuries with staff every 6 months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/22/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
Medication stored at the center were not labeled with the child's name, staff did not know who's the medication was, and without a valid authorization for its administration. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/22/2025
Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)
The children's hands were not washed before or after eating snacks. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/22/2025
Adult Handwashing (251.07(6)(i)2.)
Staff member did not wash their hands after cleaning child's runny nose and serving snacks. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/22/2025
Infant & Toddler Intake - Developmental & Health History (251.09(1)(am)6.)
Infant and toddler development and routine documentation were not updated every 3 months. Rule 251.09(1)(am)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/26/2025
Child Record - Health History (251.04(6)(a)6.)
Child 2 did not have health history and emergency care plan documentation on file. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/26/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Child 2 was missing the document about infant and toddler development and routine. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/26/2025
Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)
The center was missing documentation of having conducted fire and tornado evacuation drills with children. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/26/2025
Center Director / Large Center - Entry-Level Training (251.05(3)(e)4.d.)
The acting director at the center did not have documentation of the required entry level training and years of experience as a child care teacher, center director, or in another approved setting before assuming the position. Rule 251.05(3)(e)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/26/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
A staff member who started working at the center on August 18, 2025 did not have documentation of a complete background that indicated that the individual was eligible to care for children prior to assumed the position. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/26/2025
Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability (251.05(2)(a))
Staff A and B files were not available for review. Rule 251.05(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/26/2025
Child Record - Physical Examination (251.04(6)(a)8.)
Child 2 did not have documentation of the initial health examination on file. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/26/2025
Child Record - Immunization History (251.04(6)(a)6m.)
Child 2 did not have documentation on file that indicates the child's immunization history is in compliance with s. 252.04, Stats., and ch. DHS 144. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/26/2025
Report - Change In Administrator Or Center Director (251.04(3)(c))
The department was not notified of director transitions when two new directors assumed the position within 30 days. Rule 251.04(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/1/2025
Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)
The refrigeration unit at the Infants room was not maintained at 40 degrees or lower when thermometer showed 50 degrees. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,290/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Wisconsin run about $1,231/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Wisconsin by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: MADISON
- Capacity: 135
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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