GINGER BREAD HOUSE

DEFOREST, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

4.1based on state inspection data
Capacity65
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,490/mo

Contact information

Address505 E Holum St, Deforest, WI, 53532-1315

CityDEFOREST, WI 53532-1315

Phone608-846-5433

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity65

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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505 E Holum St, Deforest, WI, 53532-1315, DEFOREST, WI 53532-1315

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/8/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk7/8/2026

    Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)

    Staff C does not have a staff record containing pervious work experience in child care, previous positions, and emergency contact information of a person to be notified in an emergency, as required. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk7/8/2026

    Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

    Staff C did not have a physical health report within 30 days of being hired, indicating they are free from illnesses detrimental to children. Staff C began work on January 21, 2025. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk7/8/2026

    Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)

    Two infants were diapered and did not have their hands washed with soap and a wet fabric after being diapered, as required. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk7/8/2026

    Adult Handwashing (251.07(6)(i)2.)

    A staff did not wash their hands with soap and water after diapering an infant, when they were wearing gloves and did not wash their hands after removing their gloves, as required. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium risk8/28/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Responding To Crying Children (251.09(2)(a))

    Child care workers did not respond promptly to a crying child's needs, when an infant was crying for over 8 minutes in their crib, and their crib sheet was wet from drool and tears. Rule 251.09(2)(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.

5Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,490/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: DEFOREST
  • Capacity: 65
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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