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RED CABOOSE SCHOOL AGE MARQUETTE

MADISON, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

2.2based on state inspection data
Capacity80
Hours07:30 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$852/mo

Contact information

Address1501 Jenifer St, Madison, WI, 53703

CityMADISON, WI 53703

Phone608-204-6934

Operating details

Hours07:30 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity80

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1501 Jenifer St, Madison, WI, 53703, MADISON, WI 53703

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Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/15/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)

    Staff C did not have a completed background check that states they are eligible to work in a child care setting. Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)

    The center did not maintain documentation of which staff was being counted in ratio in with which group of children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk6/15/2026

    Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)

    The medical log was not reviewed within the last 6 months. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk3/4/2026

    Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)

    Staff D did not have staff record on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk3/4/2026

    Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

    Staff D did not have a health report on file within 30 days of starting work. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk3/4/2026

    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

    Staff A and D did not have a current CPR on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk3/4/2026

    Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

    Staff A and D did not have biennial training on child abuse and neglect reporting laws on file. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk3/4/2026

    Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

    Staff A and D did not have an orientation that met all requirements on file. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk8/20/2025

    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
  2. Medium risk5/12/2025

    Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(b))

    At least 30 days before the continuation review date of the license, an applicant for license renewal shall submit to the department the following materials: 1. A completed license continuation application. 2. The license renewal fee and any forfeiture due and owing. 3. Any changes to center policies. Rule 251.11(4)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)

    A staff health report for staff A and E was not on file. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))

    Staff A, B and E did not have a 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
  5. Medium risk2/3/2025

    Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

    Documented staff orientation on file did not cover the all the required topics. Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/20/2024

    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.

14Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(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

$852/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: MADISON
  • Capacity: 80
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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