CYNDIE'S LEARNING THRU PLAY

MADISON, WILICENSED FAMILYLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity8
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,606/mo

Contact information

Address5302 Trafalger Pl, Madison, WI, 53714

CityMADISON, WI 53714

Phone608-445-3775

Operating details

Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity8

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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5302 Trafalger Pl, Madison, WI, 53714, MADISON, WI 53714

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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 3/20/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk3/20/2026

    Report - Plan Of Correction (250.04(3)(d))

    The plan of correction for violations cited during the licensing visit on 2/12/26 has not been submitted. The correction plan was due on 3/04/26 and a reminder was sent on 3/06/26. As of 3/20/26, the correction plan has not been received. Rule 250.04(3)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk2/12/2026

    Child Record - Maintenance, Availability (250.04(6)(a))

    Child 2's file was unavailable and could not be located during the licensing visit. Rule 250.04(6)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk2/12/2026

    Child Record - Health History (250.04(6)(a)1m.)

    Child 2 is missing a health history record. Rule 250.04(6)(a)1m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk2/12/2026

    Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (250.04(6)(a)4.a.)

    Child 2 is missing documentation of a physical exam completed every six months. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk2/12/2026

    Child Record - Immunization History Compliance (250.04(6)(a)4m.)

    Child 2 is missing documentation of an immunization history. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. High risk2/12/2026

    Child Record - Consent For Emergency Medical Treatment (250.04(6)(a)5.)

    Child 2's file is missing documentation of written permission from the parents for emergency medical treatment. Rule 250.04(6)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk2/12/2026

    Provider Training - Obtain Cpr Certificate (250.05(3)(e)1.)

    Staff A is missing a current certificate in child and infant CPR/AED. Rule 250.05(3)(e)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk2/12/2026

    Biennial Training - Child Abuse & Neglect (250.05(3)(fm))

    Staff A is missing documentation of having completed training in child abuse and neglect laws within the past two years. Rule 250.05(3)(fm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-Low risk2/12/2026

    Infant & Toddler - Information For Providing Individualized Care (250.09(1)(c)1.)

    Child 2 is missing documentation of information for providing individualized care for a child under two years of age. Rule 250.09(1)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk3/20/2025

    Background Check Request Form - Addition To Household (250.04(2)(L))

    The licensee did not submit a completed Background Check Request (BCR) form to the Department for each potential household member prior to the date on which the individual became a household member when an adult moved into the household in January 2025 and a BCR form has not been submitted as of 3/25/25. Rule 250.04(2)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk3/20/2025

    Staff Orientation - Emergency Procedures (250.05(4)(a)7.)

    Staff B, who has been working as a volunteer since January 2025, is missing documentation of an orientation that addresses emergency procedures. Rule 250.05(4)(a)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High risk3/20/2025

    Staff Orientation - Sids Risk Reduction Procedures (250.05(4)(a)5.)

    Staff B, who has been working as a volunteer since January 2025, is missing documentation of having completed an orientation that addresses SIDS risk reduction procedures. Rule 250.05(4)(a)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk3/20/2025

    Staff File - Background Check Results (250.05(2)(b))

    Staff B, who has been a household member and volunteer since January 2025, is missing a child care background check completed in compliance with the timelines and requirements specified in s. 48.686, Stats., and ch. DCF 13, and the person is eligible to work in a child care program. Rule 250.05(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk3/20/2025

    Staff File - Maintenance & Availability (250.05(2))

    Staff B, who has been working as a volunteer since January 2025, reportedly removed their staff file from the premises prior to the licensing visit; it was not available for review. Rule 250.05(2) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk3/20/2025

    Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))

    Attendance was not current and accurate during the licensing visit when five children were present, but only three children were signed in. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk3/20/2025

    Child Record - Immunization History Compliance (250.04(6)(a)4m.)

    Child 2, who has been enrolled at the center longer than six weeks, is missing documentation of their immunization history. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4m. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk2/24/2025

    Radon - Testing (250.06(2)(n)1.a.)

    The Department has, on multiple occasions, requested the licensee submit a radon test report conducted at the center. Reminders were sent on 11/25/24, 01/09/25, 01/21/25 and on 1/28/25. As of 2/24/25 the licensee has failed to provide the Department with the requested radon test report. Rule 250.06(2)(n)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk1/3/2025

    Radon - Testing (250.06(2)(n)1.a.)

    As of 1/03/2025, the radon test that was required no later than 9/01/23 has not been submitted to the licensing office. Rule 250.06(2)(n)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium risk12/9/2024

    Continuation License - Application Materials Submission Date (250.11(5)(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 250.11(5)(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.

19Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,606/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: 8
  • Type: LICENSED FAMILY

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