SHINING STARS CHILD CARE

MARSHFIELD, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

2.3based on state inspection data
Capacity85
Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,362/mo

Contact information

Address1017 Laurel St, Marshfield, WI, 54449-1770

CityMARSHFIELD, WI 54449-1770

Phone715-898-2220

Operating details

Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity85

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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1017 Laurel St, Marshfield, WI, 54449-1770, MARSHFIELD, WI 54449-1770

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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. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/29/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

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

    Staff D, Staff H, and Staff I did not have a staff health report in their file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk5/29/2026

    Staff Record - Orientation (251.05(2)(a)8.)

    Staff D, Staff E, Staff F, and Staff H did not have documentation of orientation in their file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

    Staff D, Staff E, Staff G, and Staff I did not have documentation of current Infant/Child CPR in their file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk5/29/2026

    Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

    Staff A, Staff H, and Staff I did not have documentation of current Child Abuse and Neglect training on file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

    Food Preparation Location Requirements (251.06(9)(c)3m.)

    Per conversation with staff, some meals were being prepared off-site and sent to the center to be warmed up and served for lunch. Rule 251.06(9)(c)3m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk5/29/2026

    Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)

    Dry food items were not stored in bags with zip-type closure 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
  7. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

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

    An Epi-Pen on site did not have a parent authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

    Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized (251.07(6)(f)5.)

    There was an albuterol inhaler on site that expired in 02/2026 but was also administered to the child on 04/22/2026. Rule 251.07(6)(f)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High risk5/29/2026

    Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

    An Albuterol Inhaler was on site and the authorization and medication were expired as of 02/2026. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium risk5/29/2026

    Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))

    Per observation, and infant was sleeping in their crib with a bib on. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. Medium risk5/29/2026

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

    Staff E and Staff I did not have a staff record form in their file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-Low risk11/20/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)

    The bottles in the refrigerator of Room 2 were not labeled with child's name and date. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk11/20/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Sleep Position (251.09(2)(bm))

    A 4 month old infant was sleeping in a swing. Rule 251.09(2)(bm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk11/20/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))

    A 4 month old infant was sleeping in a swing with a blanket. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk11/20/2025

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

    Staff in Room 2 did not wash their hands before changing diapers. Rule 251.07(6)(i)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk11/20/2025

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

    A child in Room 2 did not have their hands washed after getting their diaper changed. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk11/20/2025

    Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized (251.07(6)(f)5.)

    Two medications in Room 4a were not being administered per labeled instruction. Rule 251.07(6)(f)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk11/20/2025

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

    One parent authorization was approved for a period of 2 years in Room 4a. One authorization to administer was not signed by a parent in Room 6. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk11/20/2025

    Person In Sole Charge Of Children - Minimum Age (251.055(1)(i))

    Staff A is under the age of 18 years old and was left in sole charge of a group of children in Room 6. Rule 251.055(1)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-Low risk11/20/2025

    Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)

    The Notice of Order, Sanctions and Appeal Process issued on 05/29/25 was not posted next to the child care license. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk11/20/2025

    Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

    One parent authorization to administer was expired in Room 4a. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. High risk10/8/2025

    Report - Incident Or Accident (251.04(3)(a))

    A self-reported incident occurred on 09/19/25 when child injury resulted in a medical evaluation. The child care center was informed to provide written notice of the incident within 5 business days per reporting requirements. On 09/23/25 an email reminder was sent to child care center. As of 10/08/25 written notification with details has not been received. Rule 251.04(3)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    Food Storage - Food Not Requiring Refrigeration (251.06(9)(d)2.)

    Due to a water leak in the wall the food storage room had a wet carpet, smelled musty, and had mold growing from under the carpet and onto the wall. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  13. Medium risk4/30/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)

    In Room 2 the diaper changing mat was ripped and falling apart. The surface was not easily cleanable. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  14. Medium-High risk4/30/2025

    Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

    In Room 3 the parent authorization to administer was expired for one medication. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
11Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: 85
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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