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SPOONER, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity33
Hours07:00 AM-04:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,488/mo

Contact information

Address851 Northland Dr, Spooner, WI, 54801-5431

CitySPOONER, WI 54801-5431

Phone715-220-0456

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-04:00 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity33

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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851 Northland Dr, Spooner, WI, 54801-5431, SPOONER, WI 54801-5431

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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. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/28/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk1/28/2026

    Medication Administration - Containers & Labeling (251.07(6)(f)1.b.)

    It was discovered during the monitoring visit that a child's diaper cream was kept in an unmarked container. Rule states that all medication must be kept in its original container and labeled with the child's name and the label includes the 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
  2. Medium-Low risk1/28/2026

    Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

    Intake for Children Under 2 forms for Child #7 and Child #8 were missing documentation of having been updated every three months to reflect changes in the child's development and routines based on discussion with the parent. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium risk2/3/2025

    Stairs, Walks, Ramps, Porches - Safety (251.06(2)(g))

    Stairs, walks, ramps and porches were not free from accumulation of snow. Rule 251.06(2)(g) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

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

    The parent authorization form for prescription medication must include start and end dates for the length of the authorization that do not exceed the time specified on the label of the medication. One child's written authorization for medication that was on the premises was missing start and end dates for the length of the authorization and specific directions on the use of the medication. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk2/3/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Location & Sharing Intake Information (251.09(1)(b))

    Rule states that admission information for an infant or toddler shall be on file in the room or area to which the child is assigned. Four children were missing an intake form in the room or area in which the child was being cared for on the day of the monitoring visit. Rule 251.09(1)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-Low risk2/3/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

    An Intake for Children Under 2 form for Child #5 was missing documentation of having been updated every three months to reflect changes in the child's development and routines based on discussion with the parent. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (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)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,488/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: SPOONER
  • Capacity: 33
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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