MINDI'S SUNSHINE PLAYHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER
BARABOO, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address223 Progressive Dr, Baraboo, WI, 53913-8738
Phone608-253-5557
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity122
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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223 Progressive Dr, Baraboo, WI, 53913-8738, BARABOO, WI 53913-8738
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/6/2026
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- Medium-High2
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk7/6/2026
Washing Child's Hands & Face (251.07(6)(i)1.)
In the toddler room, children over age one only have their hands wiped with a wet-wipe after diapering instead of having their hands washed with soap and water as required. Rule 251.07(6)(i)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
Infant & Toddler - Provider Training (251.09(1)(e))
Staff C, who has been working with infants and toddlers for more than six months, has not completed the required infant and toddler training that was due within six months of working with this age group. Rule 251.09(1)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
Infant & Toddler - Sinks In Self-Contained Area (251.09(4)(b))
In the infant room, staff have been washing their hands after diapering in the same sink used to rinse dishes. Rule 251.09(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Policy Submitted & Implemented - Discharge Of Enrolled Children (251.04(2)(h)3.)
The center did not follow its written policy on discharging an enrolled child, which states that the Board of Directors may disenroll a child without providing prior notice. On 4/22/26, a member of the administrative staff disenrolled a child without giving prior notice. It was later discovered that the center does not have a Board of Directors. Rule 251.04(2)(h)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/5/2026
Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)
Based on a review of the Toddler Classroom's children's attendance records and staff hours worked when counted in the staff-to-child ratio, there were 12 separate time segments from 3/02/26 to 4/15/26 when children were signed into the classroom and staff were not signed in. The total amount of time staff were not signed in when children were signed in was 7 hours and 25 minutes. In addition, one staff person who signed into the Toddler Classroom on 3/04/26 did not sign out. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Child Care Teacher - Entry-Level Training (251.05(3)(f)3.)
Staff B, who has been working as a lead teacher, is missing documentation of qualifications which are required prior to assuming the position. Rule 251.05(3)(f)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/5/2026
Medical Log - Observation Or Evidence Of Injury (251.07(6)(dm)3.a.)
Center staff did not document a child's injury of unknown origin in the medical log book, which happened on or around 4/16/26. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Diapering Children Over Age 2 (251.07(6)(i)5.)
The center did not follow its diapering and toileting rules for children over age two when, on 4/09/26, a child's diaper was not changed all day. A pull-up was placed over the original diaper before the child was picked up, and the parent discovered the child's original diaper was filled with urine and feces. Rule 251.07(6)(i)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/5/2026
Infant & Toddler - Provider Training (251.09(1)(e))
Staff A, who has been working with infants or toddlers more than six months, is missing documentation of having completed 10 hours of training in infant and toddler care within 6 months of assuming the position. Rule 251.09(1)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk2/11/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
Staff B is missing a physical examination report stating the person is free of communicable diseases and is 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
2024
- Medium risk10/22/2024
Child Guidance - Prohibited Actions (251.07(2)(e))
On 10/08/24, Staff A grabbed a toy away from a child, hit the child on the hand, picked up the child by one arm and put the child in an infant jumper. Staff A then yelled at the child. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.07(2)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/22/2024
Indoor Equipment - Developmental Level, Size (251.07(3)(a)1.)
On one occasion, an infant was placed in a jumper, unsupported, when the child was not able to hold up their head. Rule 251.07(3)(a)1. (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
$1,290/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: BARABOO
- Capacity: 122
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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