CREATIVE KIDS' DISCOVERY CTR LLC
BARRON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address516 Chucka Dr, Barron, WI, 54812
CityBARRON, WI 54812
Phone715-637-2273
Operating details
Hours05:45 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity39
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium6
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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516 Chucka Dr, Barron, WI, 54812, BARRON, WI 54812
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/25/2025
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium6
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk9/25/2025
Child Record - Immunization History (251.04(6)(a)6m.)
Immunization records were not observed in the files for Child #1 and Child #3. Rule 251.04(6)(a)6m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/25/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5 (251.04(6)(a)8.b.)
Child #6 did not have documentation of a follow-up health examination at least every 2 years as required by rule. The last dated exam on file for Child #6 is 5/30/23. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8.b. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2025
Staff Record - Continuing Education (251.05(2)(a)7.)
Contrary to rule, Staff A and Staff D did not have documentation of enough hours to meet the yearly requirement of continuing education hours needed in 2024. Rule 251.05(2)(a)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/25/2025
Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)
Several pieces of play equipment on the toddler playground were not in good operating condition at the time of the licensing visit. The caterpillar tunnel has cracked on the top leaving sharp plastic edges exposed, an infant swing is missing safety straps, the ropes on the large swing are frayed and deteriorating, and the handles are missing from the riding horses. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2025
Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection (251.06(2)(b))
Rule states that electric outlets shall be protected by screens or guards so that children cannot touch them. It was observed in the infant room that an electrical outlet was not protected by a guard. Rule 251.06(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2025
Food Storage - Cold Storage Thermometers (251.06(9)(d)1.c.)
Rule states that each cold storage facility shall be equipped with a clearly visible accurate thermometer. The kitchen freezer unit was not equipped with a visible thermometer, nor was the infant room mini-fridge/freezer unit equipped with thermometers. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.c. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/25/2025
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
It was observed during the licensing visit that there were open boxes and bags of pasta, tortilla chips, animal crackers, cereal, and various other dry pantry items that were not stored in zip-type closures or metal, glass or food-grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers as required by rule. These items were also not labeled as required by rule. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/25/2025
Food - Leftover Prepared Food (251.06(9)(f)3.)
Food that was prepared but not served was found in the refrigerator without a date indicating when it was prepared. Rule 251.06(9)(f)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/25/2025
Medical Log - Reviewing Injury Records (251.07(6)(dm)4.)
An inspection of the medical log book in the Preschool Room revealed the log hasn't been reviewed every 6 months as required by rule. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/25/2025
Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)
Contrary to rule, a child's over-the-counter medication was located on the premises and did not have medication authorization onsite that indicates the child's name and birthdate, name of medication, administration instructions, medication intervals and length of the authorization dated and signed by the parent on file. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/25/2025
Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)
An Epipen was located on the premises of the center that expired in August of 2024, and did not have a current medication authorization from the parent. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk9/25/2025
Infant & Toddler - Food & Formula Brought From Home (251.09(3)(a)2.)
Per rule, child care workers shall ensure that food and formula (including breast milk) are labeled with the child's name and dated. A bottle of breast milk in the infant room refrigerator was not labeled with the child's name or dated as observed by the licensing representative. Rule 251.09(3)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk11/20/2024
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 - Medium risk9/18/2024
Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))
Each child was not supervised by a child care worker who is within the sight and sound of the children to guide the children's behavior and activities when, on September 18, 2024, during a monitoring visit, a staff person was in the bathroom for several minutes assisting individual children with toileting while the rest of the group of children were in the kitchen area, which is not viewable from within the bathroom. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/18/2024
Outdoor Play Equipment - Construction, Condition (251.06(11)(bm)3.)
The tarp cover of the large climbing structure was not in good condition where it had deteriorated and shredded, presenting a hazard for children climbing in the area. The bottom of a pink slide, on the larger playground, had cracked horizontally across the bottom of the slide. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/18/2024
Outdoor Play Equipment - Placement (251.06(11)(bm)4.)
Climbing structures under a shelter were placed too close together, and on the smaller playground, a slide was placed too close the the fence wherein children would collide with the fence at the bottom of the slide, and toys and other equipment were placed too close to the swings to avoid danger of injury or collision and to permit freedom of action. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)4. (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.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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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: BARRON
- Capacity: 39
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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