MAMA BEARS CHILDCARE LLC
MARSHFIELD, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address606 E Arnold St, Marshfield, WI, 54449-2903
Phone715-660-8430
Operating details
Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity88
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium9
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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606 E Arnold St, Marshfield, WI, 54449-2903, MARSHFIELD, WI 54449-2903
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/11/2025
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium9
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk8/11/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff A did not have record of a health report on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/11/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff J did not have record of a current CPR certificate on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/11/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
A child left Room 11 and went to the bathroom by themselves. They were not within sight and sound supervision of a child care worker while walking down the hallway to the bathroom, and back to the classroom alone. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/11/2025
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))
A chef's knife was left sitting on the kitchen counter with door open and unattended. Bottles of sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" were within reach of children in several areas of the center. Cleaning products labeled "keep out of reach of children" were within reach of children in Room 10. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/11/2025
Food Storage - Covering Refrigerated Food (251.06(9)(d)1.d.)
Cheese in the refrigerator was not properly covered before storing. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk8/11/2025
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
Multiple dry food items were not stored in bags with zip-type closures or metal, glass or food grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/11/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
The medical log books in Rooms 10 and 11 were not reviewed within the last six months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk8/11/2025
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
Per staff interview and observation, the disinfectant product is not being used per the manufacturer's instruction on the label. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Time Out - Not Isolated (251.07(2)(c)4.)
Per staff interviews, children in the 4k classroom are removed from an area and taken to the table for a break when the exhibit unacceptable behavior. They are made to sit alone until they are ready to talk to staff or calm down. Rule 251.07(2)(c)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Time Out - Not Removed From Classroom (251.07(2)(c)5.)
Based on staff interviews, children in the 4k classroom are removed from the classroom for as long as 30 minutes for yelling or talking loudly during nap/rest periods. Rule 251.07(2)(c)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk3/26/2025
Prohibited Actions - Corporal Punishment (251.07(2)(e)1.)
Per staff interviews, staff grab, pull or yank children by the arms/wrist to gain compliance during redirection and discipline. Rule 251.07(2)(e)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Prohibited Actions - Verbal (251.07(2)(e)2.)
Based on staff interview, staff will threaten children in response to undesirable behaviors to gain compliance in the 4k classroom including threatening to call parents and threatening to put children on time-out. Rule 251.07(2)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Prohibited Actions - Physical Restraint, Restriction, Enclosure (251.07(2)(e)3.)
Per staff interviews, staff physically restrain children utilizing bear hugs, will stand behind children's chairs to prevent them from standing, and hold children's backs to prevent them from getting off cots during naptime. Rule 251.07(2)(e)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/26/2025
Naps Or Rest Periods - Sleeping Surfaces - Children 1 And Older (251.07(4)(cm))
A child was observed sleeping on the floor with no sleeping surface between herself and the floor in the 4k classroom. Rule 251.07(4)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/25/2025
Time Out - Age (251.07(2)(c)1.)
Per staff interview, children under the age of 3 years old are placed on time-outs in classroom 2B. Rule 251.07(2)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk2/25/2025
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Intake forms, in the infant room 1, did not document changes, for every child, in child development and routines every three months. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (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
$1,362/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: MARSHFIELD
- Capacity: 88
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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