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KRANTZ CREATIVE KIDS

JANESVILLE, WILICENSED FAMILYLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Hours07:00 AM-05:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,757/mo

Contact information

Address457 Madison St, Janesville, WI, 53548-3640

CityJANESVILLE, WI 53548-3640

Phone608-208-7380

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-05:00 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity6

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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457 Madison St, Janesville, WI, 53548-3640, JANESVILLE, WI 53548-3640

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Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/20/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/20/2025

    Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (250.06(2)(e))

    The center's outdoor play space was not free of hazards when a long plastic cord, which is a strangulation hazard, was accessible to children in the play area. In addition, a substantial amount of play equipment was scattered on the ground causing a tripping hazard. Rule 250.06(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk10/20/2025

    Premises - Condition & Repair (250.06(2)(m))

    The premises was not maintained in a sanitary condition when house flies were observed throughout the home and the outdoor play space had various pieces of broken plastic. Rule 250.06(2)(m) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk10/20/2025

    Hand & Face Washing (250.07(6)(g)1.)

    A child's face was not washed when soiled. Rule 250.07(6)(g)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk10/20/2025

    Pets & Animals - Excrement (250.07(7)(g))

    The outdoor play area accessible to children was not free from animal excrement. Rule 250.07(7)(g) (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.

6Total Violations
0Recent 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

$1,757/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: JANESVILLE
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: LICENSED FAMILY

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