MAUSTON HEAD START CENTER
MAUSTON, WI·LICENSED GROUPLicensed
Contact information
Address201 Oak St, Mauston, WI, 53948-1333
Phone608-742-5329
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM (Sep-May)
Capacity17
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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201 Oak St, Mauston, WI, 53948-1333, MAUSTON, WI 53948-1333
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- 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: 4/20/2026
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- Medium-High2
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- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk4/20/2026
Medical Log - Medication Administration (251.07(6)(dm)3.c)
Medications dispensed to children are not recorded in the medical log book when they are only recorded on another sheet of paper. Rule 251.07(6)(dm)3.c (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/21/2026
Report - Change In Program Service (251.04(3)(d))
The licensee did not report a change in program service at least five days prior to the change for an expected temporary closure on December 31, 2025, as required. The department was made aware of the program's closure due to a complaint from a parent. The department contacted the program and was able to confirm the center's closure on January 16, 2026. Rule 251.04(3)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium risk9/23/2025
Food Storage - Covering Refrigerated Food (251.06(9)(d)1.d.)
The center was not in compliance when pitchers used to store milk and yogurt were stored uncovered in the refrigerator. Rule 251.06(9)(d)1.d. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/23/2025
Food Storage - Dry Food (251.06(9)(d)2.a.)
The center was not in compliance when dry foods items were stored in their original containers with the the top of the bag rolled. Dry food items must be stored in bags with zip-type closures or metal, glass or food-grade plastic containers with tight-fitting covers. Rule 251.06(9)(d)2.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk10/24/2024
Vehicle Inspection Report (251.08(5)(b))
The center was not in compliance when no vehicle inspection report was found for Bus #36. Rule 251.08(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.
(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
$1,188/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: MAUSTON
- Capacity: 17
- Type: LICENSED GROUP
What parents actually pay
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