RED CABOOSE SCHOOL AGE LAPHAM

MADISON, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

1.7based on state inspection data
Capacity90
Hours07:30 AM-05:45 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,224/mo

Contact information

Address1045 E Dayton St, Madison, WI, 53703

CityMADISON, WI 53703

Phone608-204-4164

Operating details

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

Capacity90

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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1045 E Dayton St, Madison, WI, 53703, MADISON, WI 53703

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/3/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk6/3/2026

    Child Record - Maintenance & Availability (251.04(6)(a))

    Children records were not available when all children records were being kept offsite. Rule 251.04(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

    Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills (251.06(3)(b)4.)

    Tornado and fire drill was not practiced and documented for the month of May. Rule 251.06(3)(b)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk6/3/2026

    Garbage Containers - Construction & Disposal Schedule (251.06(2)(n))

    Garbage containers used for food waste did not have a cover. Rule 251.06(2)(n) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk6/3/2026

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

    Child abuse and neglect biennial training was not on file for staff A, B, C and D Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

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

    CPR training certificate was not on file for staff A, B, C and D Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

    Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))

    Training on abusive head trauma prevention for staff C was not on file. Rule 251.05(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

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

    Staff health report B did not have meet requirements for physical examination. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

    Child Record - Immunization History (251.04(6)(a)6m.)

    Immunization records were not available for any of the children enrolled. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

    Child Record - Health History (251.04(6)(a)6.)

    Health history information was not on file for any of the children enrolled. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk6/3/2026

    Child Record - Alternate Arrival / Release Agreement (251.04(6)(a)5.)

    An alternate arrival/departure form was not on file for a child that leaves the program via school provided transportation. Rule 251.04(6)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

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

    Stipulations, Conditions, Exceptions Posted (251.04(2)(L)1.c.)

    Exception provided by department was not posted next to the license. Rule 251.04(2)(L)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  12. Medium risk3/4/2026

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

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

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

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

    Staff B and C 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
  14. Medium-High risk3/4/2026

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

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

    Not corrected
  15. Medium risk3/4/2026

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

    Staff B and C did not have a 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
  16. Medium risk3/4/2026

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

    Staff B and C did not have an orientation 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 risk5/6/2025

    Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

    There was peeling paint in areas accessible to children. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk5/6/2025

    Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)

    Center refrigerator and freezer was not equipped with a thermometer. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. 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
  4. Medium risk1/6/2025

    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

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

20Total Violations
11Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,224/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: 90
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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