CHILD LIFE MINISTRIES
MCFARLAND, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address5529 Marsh Rd, Mcfarland, WI, 53558-9690
Phone608-838-4425
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity80
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High8
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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5529 Marsh Rd, Mcfarland, WI, 53558-9690, MCFARLAND, WI 53558-9690
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/9/2026
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk6/9/2026
Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)
Non-prescription medication was not labeled with the child's name and prescription medication did not have a label with the child's name, dosage and directions for administration. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/9/2026
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
A medication intended for use by a child did not have a current medication administration authorization form from the parent. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk9/29/2025
Report - Unknown Whereabouts Or Left Premise (251.04(3)(i))
Center did not report to licensing the unknown whereabouts of a child within 24 hours of the incident occurring. Rule 251.04(3)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk9/29/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Each child was not supervised by a child care worker within sight and sound to guide the children's behavior and activities, prevent harm, and ensure safety when two 3-year-old children left the premises and were found across the field in a neighbor's backyard. The children were unsupervised for approximately 2 - 2.5 minutes before being discovered by staff. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/29/2025
Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Maintenance (251.06(4)(j)2.)
A smoke detector in the Rainbow Center was chirping and not maintained in operating condition. Rule 251.06(4)(j)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/29/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
Medications being stored at the Rainbow Center did not have written parent authorization. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
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 - Medium risk2/4/2025
Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair (251.06(2)(gm))
The indoor premises was not in good repair when in the school-age classroom portions of the stone window sill were loose and no longer attached to the wall. This was fixed immediately. Rule 251.06(2)(gm) (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
$1,224/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: MCFARLAND
- Capacity: 80
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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