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NORTHSTAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER

ONALASKA, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity100
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,290/mo

Contact information

Address2531 E Main St, Onalaska, WI, 54650-6759

CityONALASKA, WI 54650-6759

Phone608-779-5652

Operating details

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

Capacity100

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/25/2026 · 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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2531 E Main St, Onalaska, WI, 54650-6759, ONALASKA, WI 54650-6759

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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. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/25/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/25/2026

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

    The file for Staff B did not contain documentation of a physical examination report on a form provided by the department, 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-High risk5/21/2026

    Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)

    Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium risk8/7/2025

    Naps Or Rest Periods - Sleeping Surfaces - Children 1 And Older (251.07(4)(cm))

    During a complaint investigation the licensing specialist observed and measured the space between cots not to be 2 feet apart from one another. Rule 251.07(4)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk8/7/2025

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

    During the course of a complaint investigation the licensing specialist observed children in the 4K room not washing soiled hands and not washing hands after toileting. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (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.

4Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(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

$1,290/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: ONALASKA
  • Capacity: 100
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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