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YMCA SCHENK

MADISON, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity34
Hours07:00 AM-08:30 AM (Sep-Jun)
Est. price$850/mo

Contact information

Address230 Schenk St, Madison, WI, 53714

CityMADISON, WI 53714

Phone608-906-8656

Operating details

Hours07:00 AM-08:30 AM (Sep-Jun)

Capacity34

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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230 Schenk St, Madison, WI, 53714, MADISON, WI 53714

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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: 5/27/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

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

    Staff B does not have a current certificate in child CPR/AED; the previous certificate expired in March 2026. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk5/27/2026

    Department Access To Center (251.12(2)(a))

    The licensing representative did not have unrestricted access to staff records when Staff A's Staff Record form, Orientation, and Mandated Reporter training documentation were requested, but were not provided. The records were requested on 5/13/26 and on 5/20/26. As of 5/27/26 the records have not been provided. Rule 251.12(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk9/8/2025

    Emergencies - Routes And Shelter Areas Posted (251.06(3)(b)1.)

    The fire evacuation route and tornado shelter areas were not posted. Rule 251.06(3)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low risk9/8/2025

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

    The medical log book was not reviewed with staff every six months when the most recent review was documented in March 2024. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/20/2025

    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

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/11/2024

    Emergencies - Routes And Shelter Areas Posted (251.06(3)(b)1.)

    The fire evacuation route and tornado shelter areas were not posted. Rule 251.06(3)(b)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk9/20/2024

    Assistant Child Care Teacher - Qualifications (251.05(3)(g)2.)

    Staff B, who has been working as an assistant since September 2023, is missing qualifications for the position, which were due by March 2024. Rule 251.05(3)(g)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.

8Total Violations
2Recent 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

$850/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: 34
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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