RED CLIFF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
BAYFIELD, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address89830 Tiny Tot Dr, Bayfield, WI, 54814
Phone715-779-5030
Operating details
Hours06:45 AM-05:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity82
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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89830 Tiny Tot Dr, Bayfield, WI, 54814, BAYFIELD, WI 54814
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/2/2026
- High3
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- High risk6/2/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Child 1 was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately 7 minutes. Staff did not provide sight and sound supervision to ensure safety. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk6/2/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The child tracking procedure failed when Child 1 went inside the classroom and was left unsupervised while the rest of the class was in the outdoor play space. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - 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 - Medium-Low risk4/16/2026
Medical Log - Injury In Care (251.07(6)(dm)3.b.)
Multiple medical log books throughout the center did not have all the required components including the time of incidents and first and last names of the child. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/6/2026
Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))
At least 30 days before the continuation review of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department all requested continuation materials and fees. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk7/23/2025
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Per review of attendance sheets, on 7-7-25 in Amik room, there were 8 children in care and no staff signed into the classroom when 2 teachers were in the classroom. On 7-14-25 in Amik room, there were 8 children signed into the classroom with only 1 teacher signed in although 2 teachers were present. On 7-15-25 in Amik room, there were 7 children signed into the classroom with only 1 teacher signed in although 2 teachers were present. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/13/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff F did not have on file a completed staff health report. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/13/2025
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
Staff F has worked at the center more than 6 months and did not have an educational qualifications on file. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk1/7/2025
Parent Notification - Child's Whereabouts Unknown (251.04(4)(a)2.d.)
The parents/guardians of child 1 and 2 were not notified immediately when the children's whereabouts were unknown at the center. Rule 251.04(4)(a)2.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - High risk1/7/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
On 12/13/2024, during two separate incidents, a child left the classroom and was without supervision in the hallway. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/7/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The center's child tracking procedure was not implemented on 12/13/24 when, on two separate occasions, a child was able to exit the classroom and their whereabouts were unknown to the staff they were assigned to. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-Low risk9/19/2024
Department Notices Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.b.)
The warning letter dated 5-10-2024 was not posted at the center. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/19/2024
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Staff in the Makwa room (classroom #3) had not documented days and hours worked on 9-16-24, 9-17-24, 9-18-24 and 9-19-24. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (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
$1,362/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: BAYFIELD
- Capacity: 82
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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