HEARTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND NEST
RIVER FALLS, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
AddressN8226 945th St, River Falls, WI, 54022-4430
CityRIVER FALLS, WI 54022-4430
Phone715-426-0350
Operating details
Hours07:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity34
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/13/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High2
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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N8226 945th St, River Falls, WI, 54022-4430, RIVER FALLS, WI 54022-4430
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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: 6/13/2025
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2025
- Medium risk6/13/2025
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (251.04(6)(b))
The attendance was not current and accurate in the Chickadee Room when seven children were in care and they were not all signed in on the attendance record. Staff immediately signed the children in upon realizing the oversight. Rule 251.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/13/2025
Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)
There was not documentation available for review of Staff F meeting the qualifications for assistant teacher and the staff has been employed in that capacity for more than six months. Rule 251.05(3)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/13/2025
Supervision - Opening & Closing Hours (251.055(1)(c))
An unqualified assistant teacher was providing sole supervision to a group of children playing outside for a period of time, while the teacher had returned to the classroom with the some of the children. Rule 251.055(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/13/2025
Extension Cord Use (251.06(4)(e))
An extension cord was being used to run power to an air conditioner, which is prohibited. Rule 251.06(4)(e) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/13/2025
Medical Log - Medication Administration (251.07(6)(dm)3.c)
Medication had been dispensed to a child and the administration of it had not been documented in the medical log book. A child care worker shall record all of the following: Any medication dispensed to a child, on the date the medication is dispensed. The record shall include the name of the child, type of medication given, dosage, time, date, and the initials or signature of the person administering the medication. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/13/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
There was not documentation of the the director or the director's designee having reviewed records of injuries with staff every 6 months to ensure that all possible preventive measures are being taken. The reviews shall be documented in the medical log book. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (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
$1,569/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: RIVER FALLS
- Capacity: 34
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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