RIVER'S EDGE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
ALTOONA, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address3085 Meadowlark Ln, Altoona, WI, 54720-2656
Phone715-514-4500
Operating details
Hours05:30 AM-06:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity75
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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3085 Meadowlark Ln, Altoona, WI, 54720-2656, ALTOONA, WI 54720-2656
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/27/2026
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk1/27/2026
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))
The attendance was not current and accurate in the Infant Room when three of the children in care were not signed in on the attendance record. Staff immediately corrected the oversight. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/27/2026
Staff Record - Educational Qualifications (251.05(2)(a)4.d.)
Documentation of Staff B having met the educational requirements of a teacher could not be located. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/27/2026
Continuing Education Requirement - Full Time Staff (251.05(4)(c)1.)
Documentation of Staff A, B, C, and F having participated in 15 hours of continuing education in 2025 could not be located. Rule 251.05(4)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/27/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The center did not implement and adhere to a procedure to ensure that the number, names, and whereabouts of children in care are known to assigned child care workers at all times when a child had moved from the Jungle Room to be in care of the Rainforest Room for approximately 20 minutes, and her whereabouts had not been updated on the center's tracking procedure. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk8/20/2025
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 - High risk7/23/2025
Child Record - Emergency Medical Consent (251.04(6)(a)2.)
Child # 3's record was missing written consent from the parent for emergency medical care or treatment. Rule 251.04(6)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk7/23/2025
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Some of the bottles in the refrigerator that were brought from home were not labeled with the child's name, and dated as required. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk12/18/2024
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
Staff did not use a two step process to clean with soap and water and then disinfect the diaper changing station after changing a child's diaper, as required. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/16/2024
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
There was not documentation of the director or director's designee having reviewed the records of injuries with staff every 6 months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken. The last documented review date was 03/05/24. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/16/2024
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
An Authorization to Administer Medication form for one child's teething relief was written authorizing the administration for six months and the manufacturer's specifications limit the authorization range to three days. Blanket authorizations that exceed the length of time specified on the label are prohibited. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (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
$1,362/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: ALTOONA
- Capacity: 75
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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