AHUCO HEAD START CENTER
TOMAH, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address321 Epoch Rd, Tomah, WI, 54660
CityTOMAH, WI 54660
Phone608-372-6669
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-04:30 PM (Aug-Jun)
Capacity20
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High11
- Medium2
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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321 Epoch Rd, Tomah, WI, 54660, TOMAH, WI 54660
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026
- High0
- Medium-High11
- Medium2
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk5/21/2026
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
An inspection of the medical log book revealed the log hasn't been reviewed every 6 months as required by rule. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
The parent authorization form for prescription medication must include start and end dates for the length of the authorization that do not exceed the time specified on the label of the medication. One child's written authorization for medication was 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-High risk5/21/2026
Medical Log - Medication Administration (251.07(6)(dm)3.c)
Medication administered to a child was not recorded in the medical log book as is required by rule. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk11/13/2025
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
There was no documentation of the fire drill and tornado drill that was practiced in October 2025. The center is required to keep written records of dates and times of all the required evacuation and emergency drills. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/13/2025
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 B, 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-High risk11/13/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A 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-High risk11/13/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
The file for Staff B did not contain documentation of a physical examination report completed within 12 months before or within 30 days after beginning work with children in care, indicating the person is free from illness detrimental to children, including tuberculosis, and physically able to work with young children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk11/13/2025
Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)
Contrary to rule, the notice of an enforcement action (an order) issued on 5/29/25 was not posted next to the license. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk11/13/2025
Monitoring Results Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.a.)
The monitoring results and correction plan from the most recent licensing inspection was not posted. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
The file for Staff D did not contain documentation of a physical examination report completed within 12 months before or within 30 days after beginning work with children in care, indicating the person is free from illness detrimental to children, including tuberculosis, and physically able to work with young children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Documentation of completion of Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) training was not observed in the file for staff D. AHT training is required to be completed before a child care worker begins to work with children under age 5. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A 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 risk5/7/2025
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 D, 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-High risk5/7/2025
Meal Prep Personnel - Training (251.05(3)(gr)3.a.)
Staff C did not complete and document at least 4 hours of training in kitchen sanitation, food handling or nutrition prior to beginning work as a meal preparation personnel as is required by rule. Rule 251.05(3)(gr)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)
There was no documentation of the fire drill that was practiced in April 2025. The center is required to keep written records of dates and times of all the required evacuation and emergency drills. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/7/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
An inspection of the medical log book revealed the log hasn't been reviewed every 6 months as required by rule. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
The parent authorization form for prescription medication must include start and end dates for the length of the authorization that do not exceed the time specified on the label of the medication. Two children's written authorization for medication that was on the premises was missing start and end dates for the length of the authorization. In addition, one of the medications had expired in April 2024. 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)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,126/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: TOMAH
- Capacity: 20
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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