THE GROWING TREE
NEW GLARUS, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address11 13th Ave, New Glarus, WI, 53574-8919
Phone608-527-4844
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity60
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High4
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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11 13th Ave, New Glarus, WI, 53574-8919, NEW GLARUS, WI 53574-8919
Questions to ask on a tour
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- 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: 7/9/2026
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2026
- Medium-High risk7/9/2026
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Three staff members did not have a completed background check prior to working with children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/9/2026
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Each child was not supervised by a child care worker when the program left a child at the community pool for approximately 5 minutes during a field trip on June 30, 2026. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/9/2026
Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))
The center did not successfully implement a procedure to ensure that the number, names, and whereabouts of the children in care are known to assigned child care worker at all times. While on a field trip, the program left a child at the community pool for 5 minutes. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/16/2026
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff did not complete child abuse and neglect training every two years. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/16/2026
Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))
Intake forms for children under age 2 did not have documentation of changes in development and routines every three months as required. Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/16/2026
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
The diaper changing surface was not disinfected after each use, when staff were using a sanitizer to disinfect the surface. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk9/30/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff A did not have current CPR certificate on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/30/2025
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
The outdoor dome climbing structure that is greater than 4 feet in height did not have a depth of at least 9 inches of energy-absorbing material underneath. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/21/2025
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
2024
- Medium-High risk11/20/2024
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
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
$1,490/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: NEW GLARUS
- Capacity: 60
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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