RICE LAKE CESA 11 HEAD START
RICE LAKE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address205 E Orchard Beach Ln, Rice Lake, WI, 54868-2844
Phone715-434-5437
Operating details
Hours7:30 AM (Aug-Jun)
Capacity34
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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205 E Orchard Beach Ln, Rice Lake, WI, 54868-2844, RICE LAKE, WI 54868-2844
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
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- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/9/2025
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk10/9/2025
Parent Notification - Injury, Consumption Of Allergen, Incorrect Medication (251.04(4)(a)2.c.)
It was observed in the medical log book by the licensing representative that parents were not notified immediately of a head injury that occurred on 9/24/25. The child received a head injury at 9:21am and the parent was not notified until 1:00pm. Rule states that notification shall be made immediately and shall provide sufficient detail to reasonably apprise the parent if a child experiences a head injury. Rule 251.04(4)(a)2.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/9/2025
Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)
The outdoor play space fencing does not meet the required height of 4 feet high in areas that are regularly accessed by children. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/11/2025
Staff Record - Physical Examination (251.05(2)(a)3.a.)
The file for Staff C did not contain documentation of a physical examination report on a form provided by the department, completed within 12 months before or within 30 days after beginning work with children in care, indicating the person is free from illness detrimental to children, including tuberculosis, and physically able to work with young children. Rule 251.05(2)(a)3.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/11/2025
Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training (251.05(3)(b))
Documentation of completion of Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) training was not observed in the file for Staff C. AHT training is required to be completed before a child care worker begins to work with children under age 5. Rule 251.05(3)(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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,063/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: RICE LAKE
- Capacity: 34
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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