MARION DAY CARE INC
MARION, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address1001 N Main St, Marion, WI, 54950-8703
Phone715-754-5473
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity30
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1001 N Main St, Marion, WI, 54950-8703, MARION, WI 54950-8703
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/20/2026
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- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk3/20/2026
Naptime - Staff-To-Child Ratio Persons In The Center (251.055(2)(g)2.)
On 3/20/2026, during a licensing visit, it was observed the center failed to have staff to child ratio within the center. There were only two staff available during naptime; according to ratios there should have been three staff available. Rule 251.055(2)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/20/2026
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
Dry food storage was not stored properly; Cereal is being stored with the bag open and on top of the refrigerator. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/20/2026
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
On 03/20/2026, the infant and toddler rooms had a combined medical lock box containing 6 medications with ongoing authorizations. The authorizations were dated for a 3-6 months timeline; which is longer than the length of time specified on the label. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/20/2026
Infant & Toddler - Soft Materials In Cribs (251.09(1)(L))
On 3/20/2026, it was observed an infant was sleeping in a crib with a boppy pillow. Rule 251.09(1)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk9/24/2025
Policy Submitted & Implemented - Discharge Of Enrolled Children (251.04(2)(h)3.)
On 9/23/25, the center failed to implement their disenrollment policy when they disenrolled a child for reasons unrelated to those written in their policy. Rule 251.04(2)(h)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/24/2025
Policy Submitted & Implemented - Emergency Plans (251.04(2)(h)9.)
On 9/16/2025, the center failed to implement their emergency plan when they evacuated to a location not listed as their safe area and they failed to have parent contact information to notify parents of where the children could be picked up. They used the Bright Wheel application; however at least one parent did not have access to the app. Rule 251.04(2)(h)9. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/24/2025
Report - Damage To Premises (251.04(3)(b))
Center failed to notify the department of an gas leak incident on 9/16/25, that resulted in loss of utilities. Rule 251.04(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/14/2025
Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)
Staff member C on the staff record checklist failed to 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 - Medium-High risk4/14/2025
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training (251.05(3)(c))
Staff member C on the staff record checklist failed to have a current CPS training on file. Rule 251.05(3)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk4/14/2025
Medical Log - Pages & Entries (251.07(6)(dm)2.)
Based on record review, pages were torn out of the medical log book. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,434/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: MARION
- Capacity: 30
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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