BRIGHT START CHILD CARE CENTER
ORFORDVILLE, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address724 Dodge St, Orfordville, WI, 53576
Phone608-879-2711
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity32
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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724 Dodge St, Orfordville, WI, 53576, ORFORDVILLE, WI 53576
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- 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: 7/16/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk7/16/2025
Continuing Education Requirement - Full Time Staff (251.05(4)(c)1.)
Staff A and B did not complete 15 hours of continuing education annually for the year of 2024. Rule 251.05(4)(c)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/16/2025
Outdoor Play Space - Energy-Absorbing Surfaces (251.06(11)(b)5.)
An energy absorbing surface in a depth of at least nine inches was not present under the climber and swings with a height or fall trajectory of four feet or more. Rule 251.06(11)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/16/2025
Emergencies - Practice Written Plans (251.06(3)(b)2.)
Center did not practice monthly fire and tornado drills for the month of June 2025. Rule 251.06(3)(b)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/16/2025
Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection (251.09(4)(a)3.)
The diaper changing surface was not an easily cleanable surface when the diaper changing mat in the toddler room had a cloth cover. Rule 251.09(4)(a)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/13/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002, Individual 003 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/20/2025
Staff Record - Completed Background Check (251.05(2)(a)2.)
Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001, Individual 002, Individual 003 Rule 251.05(2)(a)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk11/1/2024
Radon - Testing (251.06(2)(p)1.a.)
Licensee did not test for radon gas levels in the lowest level of the center used by children. The test shall be conducted for a minimum of 48 hours. Rule 251.06(2)(p)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/21/2024
Continuation License - Application Materials Submission (251.11(4)(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. Any changes to center policies Rule 251.11(4)(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.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- 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
$1,434/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: ORFORDVILLE
- Capacity: 32
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
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