GRACE LUTH FOUND SACC ALTOONA

ALTOONA, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity64
Hours06:15 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$778/mo

Contact information

Address157 Bartlett Ave, Altoona, WI, 54720-2361

CityALTOONA, WI 54720-2361

Phone715-832-3003

Operating details

Hours06:15 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity64

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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157 Bartlett Ave, Altoona, WI, 54720-2361, ALTOONA, WI 54720-2361

Questions to ask on a tour

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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: 12/11/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/11/2025

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

    The file for Staff E 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
  2. Medium risk12/11/2025

    School-Age Group Leader - Training (251.094(5)(c)3.)

    Staff C, a school age group leader, did not have documentation of one of the 3 ways to qualify for the position in their staff record file. Per rule, school-age group leaders must complete the educational qualifications within 6 months of assuming the position. Rule 251.094(5)(c)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk10/23/2025

    Child Record - Alternate Arrival / Release Agreement (251.04(6)(a)5.)

    A written agreement, signed by parents, outlining the plan for child #8 to come to the childcare center from school, home or other activities and/or to go from the childcare center to school, home or other activities was not observed in the child's file. Rule 251.04(6)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-Low risk10/23/2025

    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
  5. Medium-High risk10/23/2025

    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. One child's written authorization for medication that was on the premises 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

2024

  1. Medium risk12/11/2024

    Staff Record - Registry Certificate - School Age Programs (251.05(2)(a)4.b.)

    Staff A and C were missing a certificate from the Wisconsin Registry in their file. Per rule, school-age program leaders who have been in the position for 6 months are required to have documentation of this in their file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)4.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk12/11/2024

    School-Age Program Leader - High School Or Equivalent (251.094(4)(b)2.)

    Staff A and C, both school-age program leaders, did not have documentation of a high school diploma or its equivalent in their staff record file. Rule 251.094(4)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk10/10/2024

    Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)

    The medical authorization form for one child's epi-pen exceeded the length of time specified on the label. The medication itself expires on 11/30/24 and the end date on the authorization form was 6/4/25. 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.

8Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$778/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: ALTOONA
  • Capacity: 64
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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