SMART START DAYCARE INC.
MONTELLO, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
AddressW2988 County Road C, Montello, WI, 53949-9442
Phone608-297-7529
Operating details
Hours03:30 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity40
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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W2988 County Road C, Montello, WI, 53949-9442, MONTELLO, WI 53949-9442
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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
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk5/21/2026
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
2025
- Medium-High risk10/14/2025
Child Record - Alternate Arrival / Release Agreement (251.04(6)(a)5.)
Child 7 failed to have a signed alternate arrival/release agreement for their transportation to and from school. Rule 251.04(6)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/14/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
Center failed to review medical log book every six months; last review was 01/2025. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- High risk10/29/2024
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Based upon observation on October 29, 2024, a child care worker did not sign out of ratio in the bug room when they left at 10:30a.m. CORRECTED DURING VISIT. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/29/2024
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
Based upon observation on October 29, 2024, the depth of the wood chips around the large climber was not at least 9 inches. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/29/2024
Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))
Based upon observation on October 29, 2024, there was deteriorating paint accessible to children in the outdoor play space, as the paint on the wooden steps and railing were flaking. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (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.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,434/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: MONTELLO
- Capacity: 40
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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