U W E C - CHILDREN'S NATURE ACADEMY
EAU CLAIRE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1190 Priory Rd, Eau Claire, WI, 54701-9519
Phone715-836-2178
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-08:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity260
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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1190 Priory Rd, Eau Claire, WI, 54701-9519, EAU CLAIRE, WI 54701-9519
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/20/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk11/20/2025
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 risk6/3/2025
Exits & Passageways - Unobstructed, Minimum Width (251.06(4)(d))
During a monitoring visit, two classrooms (Dandelions and Seedlings) were found to have childproof locks on the classroom exit doors. Because of the extra step required to unlock and open the doors, the doors (exits) were considered obstructed. Rule 251.06(4)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2025
Medical Log - Medication Administration (251.07(6)(dm)3.c)
During a medical log review, it was found that some staff haven't been documenting medication administration in the medical log book, but instead on a completely separate form. Rule states in pertinent part 'A child care worker shall record in the medical log book, any medication dispensed to a child.' Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/30/2025
Health, Safety & Welfare Of Children (251.04(2)(m))
On 4/24/25, an incident occurred between children, resulting in a CPS investigation and substantiated findings. Rule 251.04(2)(m) (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
$1,339/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: EAU CLAIRE
- Capacity: 260
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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