KINDERCARE LEARNING CTR
HUDSON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address2600 Center Dr, Hudson, WI, 54016
CityHUDSON, WI 54016
Phone715-386-6672
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity132
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High11
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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2600 Center Dr, Hudson, WI, 54016, HUDSON, WI 54016
Questions to ask on a tour
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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026
- High0
- Medium-High11
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk4/8/2026
Staff Record - Registry Certificate (251.05(2)(a)4.a.)
Staff B, D and E have worked at the center for more than 6 months and were missing a certificate from The Registry documenting that the person has met the educational qualifications of the positions they hold. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/8/2026
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff B was missing documentation of having maintained a current certificate of completion for infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) use from an agency approved by the Department. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/8/2026
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision (251.05(3)(g)1.)
Each classroom, group of children, was not supervised by a teacher. One group of children in the Pre-School 2 room did not have a qualified teacher providing supervision on 04/07/26. Rule 251.05(3)(g)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/8/2026
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
Staff F and H have worked for the company for more than 6 months, they were working as qualified assistant teachers and are missing documentation of meeting the educational qualifications of the positions they hold. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/8/2026
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
The center did not have documentation of a completed child care background check for Staff H that indicates the person is eligible to work in a child care program as specified in s. 48.686, Stats., and ch. DCF 13. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/11/2026
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/20/2026
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk1/21/2026
Infant & Toddler - Intake Information (251.09(1)(am))
An Intake for Children Under 2 form for Child #1 was missing documentation of having been updated every three months to reflect changes in the child's development and routines based on discussion with the parent. Rule 251.09(1)(am) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk1/21/2026
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
Three parent written authorizations for Epi pens were missing start and end dates for the length of the authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/21/2026
Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized (251.07(5)(b)5.)
Staff were observed serving snack in a classroom without washing and sanitizing the tables. Rule 251.07(5)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk12/1/2025
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
An assistant teacher is required to complete entry level training within 6 months of the hired date. There was no documentation of completion of a non-credit department-approved course or a credit course in early childhood education for Staff A, who has been employed at the center for longer than 6 months. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/1/2025
Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))
During the course of a self report investigation, staff A admitted to the center director she had "tapped" the children on their butt or hip to re-direct them, and tapped a child on the cheek when they called the staff stupid. Per rule these are actions that may be emotionally or physically painful, discomforting, dangerous or potentially injurious to a child and are prohibited. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/20/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
The center did not have a current parent authorization form for one child's prescription medication. A current medical authorization from the parent is required when medication is kept on the daycare premises. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/14/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5 (251.04(6)(a)8.b.)
Each child 2 years of age and under age 5 shall have an initial health examination not more than one year prior to nor later than 3 months after being admitted to the center, and a follow-up health examination at least once every 2 years thereafter. Child #2 did not have documentation of a follow-up health examination at least every 2 years. Child # 2's last health report was dated 01/03/23. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/14/2025
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
Some medication authorizations exceeded the length of time specified on the label, which is prohibited. In addition, three children's medications had expired on 03/2024, 11/2024 and 03/2025. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/21/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 003, Individual 004, Individual 005, Individual 006 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk11/20/2024
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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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: HUDSON
- Capacity: 132
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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