A GROWING PLACE PRESCHOOL GT4K
DEFOREST, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address206 N Johnson St, Deforest, WI, 53532-1304
Phone608-846-9400
Operating details
Hours07:20 AM-03:30 PM (Sep-Jun)
Capacity20
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/29/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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206 N Johnson St, Deforest, WI, 53532-1304, DEFOREST, WI 53532-1304
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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: 9/29/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk9/29/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
A written medication authorization did not include medication intervals and length of authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/11/2025
Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))
At least 30 days before the continuation review date of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department the following materials: 1. The license renewal fee and any forfeiture due and owing. 2. Any changes to center policies. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk11/20/2024
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/17/2024
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Each employee who comes in contact with children in care did not complete the required training on child abuse and neglect reporting every two years when Staff A did not have a current training on child abuse and neglect completed. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: DEFOREST
- Capacity: 20
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
What parents actually pay
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