KINDERCARE
COTTAGE GROVE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1020 N Windsor Ave, Cottage Grove, WI, 53527-9130
CityCOTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527-9130
Phone608-839-6108
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity130
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium12
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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1020 N Windsor Ave, Cottage Grove, WI, 53527-9130, COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527-9130
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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
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium12
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk5/21/2026
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 - High risk5/12/2026
Parent Notification - Minor Injury (251.04(4)(a)3.)
Based on staff interviews, a parent was not notified of an injury when a child was bitten at the center but the staff didn't notify the parents about the incident. The parent called the school and notified the center about the injury. Rule 251.04(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/12/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Each child was not supervised to prevent harm and ensure safety when, based on staff interviews, there have been several incidents of a child getting injured by other children. Some of these incidents were unknown to the assigned classroom teacher until another staff member or parent pointed them out. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (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 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/3/2026
Naps Or Rest Periods - Individual Bedding (251.07(4)(d))
Several children were napping on cots without sheets on them as required. Rule 251.07(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/3/2026
Infant & Toddler - Location & Sharing Intake Information (251.09(1)(b))
Seven children were present in the infant room during the visit, but only 2 children had an intake form in the classroom as required. Rule 251.09(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk11/3/2025
Policy Submitted & Implemented - Personnel (251.04(2)(h)2.)
The center did not follow the personnel policies submitted to the department when, based on staff interviews, staff members still have to report to work when they are ill until another staff member is able to cover them. This can take up to several hours. The policy submitted to the department by the center states that staff should stay home when they are ill and inform their manager as soon as possible. Rule 251.04(2)(h)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/3/2025
Contact With Person - Illness, Communicable Disease (251.05(3)(k)1.)
Based on staff interviews, staff members with illnesses are required to report to work until someone else can cover for them. In some cases, this can take several hours. During the visit, a staff member stated that she wasn't feeling well but had still been at the center for approximately 4 hours until someone could cover for her. Rule 251.05(3)(k)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/3/2025
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
The premises was not in good repair when, based on staff interviews, the light switches for the hallway and front office area are not working and have not worked for several months. The lights have to be operated via a breaker panel in a utility room. According to staff, the panel has also sparked when the lights were being turned on. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/23/2025
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
The premises was not in good repair when, during the licensing visit, no lights were on in the front office area and hallways. Staff stated that the lights in the building have to be operated by a breaker panel in a utility room and they don't work via the light switches. The light switches have not been working for at least a month according to staff statements. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/19/2025
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
Dry foods were not stored in zip-close bags or food grade plastic containers with tight lids when several bags with dry foods were in the original bags and rolled or taped shut. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/19/2025
Naps Or Rest Periods - Individual Bedding (251.07(4)(d))
Each child was not provided with an individually identified sheet when none of the children in the Preschool classroom had sheets on their cots during nap time. Rule 251.07(4)(d) (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 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk9/25/2024
Staff Record - Educational Qualifications (251.05(2)(a)4.d.)
Staff C did not have documentation of educational qualifications on file as required. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2024
Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)
Staff C did not have documentation of an orientation on file as required. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/25/2024
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A and B did not have documentation of training in CPR within the prior two years as required. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2024
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Supervision (251.05(3)(g)1.)
Staff C was working alone in a classroom during the visit without the required documentation of qualifications for a lead teacher. Rule 251.05(3)(g)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2024
Bathroom Supplies (251.06(10)(f))
In the two-year-old classroom, no soap was accessible to the children to use for washing their hands as required. Rule 251.06(10)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/25/2024
Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)
Emergency plans were not practiced monthly as required when no fire or tornado drills were completed during the month of August. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2024
Infant & Toddler - Provider Training (251.09(1)(e))
Staff A and C were working alone with children under age two without documentation of the required training in infant and toddler care. Rule 251.09(1)(e) (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)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,217/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: COTTAGE GROVE
- Capacity: 130
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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