GINGER BREAD HOUSE
DEFOREST, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address505 E Holum St, Deforest, 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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- 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: 7/8/2026
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
- 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.
(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
$1,490/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
What parents actually pay
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