KIDS AT PLAY DAY CARE
ELLSWORTH, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
AddressN5967 670th St, Ellsworth, WI, 54011
Phone715-220-2285
Operating details
Hours04:30 AM-04:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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N5967 670th St, Ellsworth, WI, 54011, ELLSWORTH, WI 54011
Questions to ask on a tour
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- 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 small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/11/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Licensed Capacity (250.04(1)(a))
On 12/11/25, the center's licensed capacity was exceeded when nine children were observed in care of the provider. Rule 250.04(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/11/2025
Child Record - Maintenance, Availability (250.04(6)(a))
The provider did not have a current written child record at the center for her grandchild who was observed in care on 12/11/25. Rule 250.04(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5 (250.04(6)(a)4.b.)
Child # 3 and # 7 were missing documentation of having received a follow up health examination within the past two years. The most recent health exam report available for review were dated 12/06/23 and 01/26/23, respectively. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Child Record - Immunization History Compliance (250.04(6)(a)4m.)
Documentation that the child's immunization history is in compliance with s. 252.04, Stats., and ch. DHS 144 could not be located for Child # 3. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/11/2025
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))
The attendance was not current and accurate when seven children were signed in on the attendance record and nine children were observed in care on 12/11/25. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk12/11/2025
Continuing Education - Documentation Of 12 Month Period (250.05(4)(c)4.)
Documentation of the provider having completed 15 hours of continuing education for 2024 could not be located at the time of the licensing visit. Rule 250.05(4)(c)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/7/2025
Continuation License - Application Materials Submission Date (250.11(5)(b))
At least 30 days before the continuation review date of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall complete and submit to the department all applicable continuation materials and include submittal of any forfeiture due and owing under s. 48.715(3), Stats., or penalty under s. 48.76, Stats. Rule 250.11(5)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk10/25/2024
Child Record - Immunization History Compliance (250.04(6)(a)4m.)
Documentation of Child # 3 and # 10's immunization history being in compliance with s. 252.04, Stats., and ch. DHS 144 was not available for review. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/25/2024
Continuing Education - Requirement & Training Topics (250.05(4)(c)1.)
Documentation of the provider having completed 15 hours of continuing education in 2023 was not available for review. Rule 250.05(4)(c)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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,515/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: ELLSWORTH
- Capacity: 8
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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