SUNNY DAY CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL INC.

WAUPACA, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

3.4based on state inspection data
Capacity220
Hours05:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,290/mo

Contact information

Address1932 Godfrey Dr, Waupaca, WI, 54981-7908

CityWAUPACA, WI 54981-7908

Phone715-258-7901

Operating details

Hours05:00 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity220

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1932 Godfrey Dr, Waupaca, WI, 54981-7908, WAUPACA, WI 54981-7908

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/25/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk2/25/2026

    Medication Administration - Parent Authorization (251.07(6)(f)1.a.)

    On 2/25/2026, the center failed to have correct medical authorizations in the blue room. One authorization had the incorrect medication and another authorization did not have any dates specified. Rule 251.07(6)(f)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/8/2025

    Staff Record - Days & Hours Worked (251.05(2)(a)6.)

    The center failed to have documentation of staff hours, days and in which classroom when they were included in the staff-to-child ratios. Rule 251.05(2)(a)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk12/8/2025

    Outdoor Play Equipment - Intended Use (251.06(11)(bm)1.)

    Center failed to follow manufacturers guidelines in regard to approved ages. The play equipment was approved for 5-12 years old however a 3 year old child was allowed to play on it resulting in an injury. Rule 251.06(11)(bm)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk5/14/2025

    Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document (251.05(4)(a))

    3 staff members did not have their orientation completed within their first week of hire Rule 251.05(4)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk5/14/2025

    Infant & Toddler - Documenting Changes In Development (251.09(1)(c))

    One child in the infant 1 room did not have a current updated intake (once every three months). Rule 251.09(1)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk4/30/2025

    Prohibited Actions - Cruel, Aversive, Frightening, Humiliating Actions (251.07(2)(e)5.)

    Based upon statements during a complaint interview, on at least two occasions a staff member yelled, through the fence and out a window, at a 4-year-old child to get out of the sandbox in a harsh manner. The staff member was not responsible for the care and supervision of the child at the time. This staff member was witnessed calling the 4-year-old child names like stupid and fat on different occasions. On March 31, the same staff member pulled out a chair of a child when the child was kicking a peer under the table and the child fell to the floor. Rule 251.07(2)(e)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk1/15/2025

    Meal Prep Personnel - Training (251.05(3)(gr)3.a.)

    The cook did not have her 4 hours of continuing education completed in 2024 Rule 251.05(3)(gr)3.a. (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.

9Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,290/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: WAUPACA
  • Capacity: 220
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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