TOMAH SCHOOL OF CHILDHOOD
TOMAH, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address115 W Lacrosse St, Tomah, WI, 54660
CityTOMAH, WI 54660
Phone608-372-2969
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Sep-Jun)
Capacity35
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/30/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium5
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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115 W Lacrosse St, Tomah, WI, 54660, TOMAH, WI 54660
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: 9/30/2025
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium5
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk9/30/2025
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
The center self-reported that on 9/29/25 a child was not closely supervised by child care workers who were within sight and sound of the child to guide the child's behavior and activities, prevent harm and assure safety when the child was left inside the building for approximately 5 minutes when the rest of the classroom went outside. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/30/2025
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
On September 29, 2025, the center's tracking procedure failed when staff did not know the whereabouts of one child for approximately 5 minutes when the classroom went outside and that child stayed inside the building. The center is required by rule to adhere to a written or documented system to determine how many children are present and the names of the children present at all times. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-Low risk11/19/2024
Monitoring Results Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.a.)
The monitoring results and correction plan from the most recent licensing inspection was not posted. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/19/2024
Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)
There was no documentation of Staff Record form information in the file for employee D. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/19/2024
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
The file for Staff D did not contain documentation of a physical examination report completed within 12 months before or within 30 days after beginning work with children in care, indicating the person is free from illness detrimental to children, including tuberculosis, and physically able to work with young children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/19/2024
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Documentation of completion of Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) training was not observed in the file for staff D. AHT training is required to be completed before a child care worker begins to work with children under age 5. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/19/2024
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff D was missing documentation of having received training within the past two years on child abuse and neglect laws, identification, and reporting. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk11/19/2024
Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)
The center director stated that tornado drills were not practiced in May or September of 2023. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk11/19/2024
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
An inspection of the medical log book revealed the log hasn't been reviewed every 6 months as required by rule. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/9/2024
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 002 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/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: TOMAH
- Capacity: 35
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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