KESS'S KIDS FAMILY DAY CARE
EAU CLAIRE, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address2434 Haanstad Rd, Eau Claire, WI, 54703
Phone715-834-5954
Operating details
Hours05:45 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
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Location
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2434 Haanstad Rd, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/16/2025
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2025
- Medium risk9/16/2025
Biennial Training - Child Abuse & Neglect (250.05(3)(fm))
The provider did not have documentation as to the completion of Child Abuse and Neglect Training, which is required every two years. Rule 250.05(3)(fm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/16/2025
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (250.06(2)(c))
During this monitoring visit, a chemical spray (pet stain/odor) was sitting on top of a shelf, within reach of children. Rule 250.06(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/16/2025
Exits - Unobstructed (250.06(7)(a)1.)
During this monitoring visit, a full gate between two rooms created an obstruction to an egress window in one room. A second egress window was obstructed by items sitting on the window sill and a chair/highchair setting beneath the window itself. Rule 250.06(7)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- 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
$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: EAU CLAIRE
- Capacity: 8
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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