YMCA CHILD LEARNING CENTER

APPLETON, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity206
Hours06:30 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,290/mo

Contact information

Address4630 N Meade St, Appleton, WI, 54913

CityAPPLETON, WI 54913

Phone920-560-3710

Operating details

Hours06:30 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity206

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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4630 N Meade St, Appleton, WI, 54913, APPLETON, WI 54913

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/24/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk2/24/2026

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

    On 2/24/26, there were no authorization dates listed for an epi pen in the blue jay room. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk2/24/2026

    Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

    On 2/24/26, in the blue jays classroom there was an expired authorization for an inhaler. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk1/14/2026

    Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)

    On 1/14/25, upon review of staff member A's file she is did not complete the qualifications to be an assistant teacher with in the first 6 months of hire. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. High risk1/14/2026

    Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

    On January 6, 2026, a two-year-old child was found outside unsupervised while the rest of the class was inside. The teachers were not aware the child was gone and the child was outside for approximately 2.5 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/7/2025

    Mixed-Age Group - Staff-To-Child Ratio (251.055(2)(c))

    On 9/23/25, upon review of attendance there were 21, 2-2.5 year olds in the Honeybee Hill room for approximately 3 minutes. There was also 14, 2.5 year olds signed into the Lady Bug room for the day with 1 staff member. (2 yrs old 1:7 ratio, 2.5 yrs old 1:8 ratio) Rule 251.055(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk10/7/2025

    Mixed Age Group Of Children Over Age 2 - Group Size (251.055(2)(e))

    On 9/23/25, upon review of attendance there were 21, 2-2.5 year olds in the Honey Bee Hill room for approximately 3 minutes which exceeded the maximum group size for this age with A Total Numeric Weight Of 2.8. Rule 251.055(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk10/7/2025

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

    On 10/7/25, in the Blue Jay room, there was an authorization with no dates for an epi pen, an expired authorization for Tylenol and a blank authorization for Tylenol. In the Badger room there was an authorization form with missing dates for gas drops. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk6/20/2025

    Trampolines & Inflatable Bounce Surfaces (251.07(3)(f))

    There was a Mini trampoline in the bear and ladybug rooms. Both were removed during visit Rule 251.07(3)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-Low risk3/17/2025

    Report - Prohibited Actions (251.04(3)(jm))

    The Department was not notified within 24 hours of a prohibited action by a staff worker which occurred on February 19, 2025 when a staff member used threatening verbal actions towards a child in care. Rule 251.04(3)(jm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk3/17/2025

    Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

    The center self reported that on March 11, 2025 a 3 year old child was not supervised for 31 minutes when two child care workers took the group of children to the outdoor play space leaving the child alone in the classroom. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk3/17/2025

    Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))

    The center self-reported that on March 11, 2025, child care workers did not conduct a name to face attendance prior to leaving the classroom, with their group of children, to go to the outdoor play space, resulting in a three-year-old child being left behind in the classroom for 31 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk3/17/2025

    Prohibited Actions - Verbal (251.07(2)(e)2.)

    On February 19, 2025, a child care worker made a verbal threat to a child in care at the center. Rule 251.07(2)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High risk9/23/2024

    Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

    On July 10, 2024, childcare workers failed to supervise two (2) 2.5-year-old children when the children entered the building from the playground unsupervised and played in the garden area and also entered an empty classroom to play. The children were without sight and sound supervision for five (5) minutes before a parent picked up one of the children and a staff member observed the other child holding the outside door open and being away from their class. The above violation is the result of a self-reported incident as required by licensing. Order issued. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk9/23/2024

    Cca Treated Lumber (251.06(11)(b)6.)

    Old outdoor play CCA structures failed to be sealed with an exterior oil-based sealant or stain at least every 2 years. Rule 251.06(11)(b)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk9/23/2024

    Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)

    Outdoor play equipment failed to be in good operating condition- Trikes missing pedals. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk9/23/2024

    Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

    Painted surfaced contained peeling paint-outdoor play structures steering wheels. 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.

16Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,290/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: APPLETON
  • Capacity: 206
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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