UNIVERSITY AVE DISCOVERY CTR INC

MADISON, WILICENSED GROUPLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity75
Hours07:15 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Est. price$1,224/mo

Contact information

Address1609 University Ave, Madison, WI, 53726

CityMADISON, WI 53726

Phone608-283-9805

Operating details

Hours07:15 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)

Capacity75

Compliance snapshot

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

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1609 University Ave, Madison, WI, 53726, MADISON, WI 53726

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  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: 2/3/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk2/3/2026

    Potential Source Of Harm On Premises (251.06(2)(a))

    The premises was not free of hazards when a large cord was hanging down in the children's reach in the bathroom area, presenting a strangulation risk. Rule 251.06(2)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High risk8/7/2025

    Supervision Of Children (251.055(1)(a))

    Each child was not supervised by a child care worker who was within sight an sound when, based on staff interviews, a child was left alone in a bathroom for approximately 30 seconds. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.055(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk8/7/2025

    Child Tracking Procedure (251.055(1)(f))

    The center's child tracking procedure failed when, according to staff interviews, a staff member took two children to the bathroom but did not follow the center's passport system. This resulted in a 4-year-old child being left behind in a bathroom for approximately 30 seconds. This incident was self-reported by the center. Rule 251.055(1)(f) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/30/2025

    Child Record - Physical Examination (251.04(6)(a)8.)

    Child B did not have documentation of a health exam within the last two years as required when the most recent health exam on file was from February of 2023. Rule 251.04(6)(a)8. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk5/30/2025

    Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))

    Staff A did not have documentation of training in child abuse and neglect within the last two years as required, when the most recent certificate of training was from 2021. In addition, Staff B had completed the training using the pamphlet titled "It Shouldn't Hurt to Be a Child", which is no longer accepted by the department to meet the training requirement. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk5/30/2025

    Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection (251.06(2)(b))

    An electric outlet in use in the Wizards classroom was loose from the wall and had masking tape on it to attempt to re-attach it to the wall. Rule 251.06(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk5/30/2025

    Eating Surfaces - Cleaned, Sanitized (251.07(5)(b)5.)

    During the monitoring visit, a staff member was observed using a washcloth to wipe part of table after a child finished eating the morning meal, after which the staff member hung up the washcloth on a hook. The staff member then used the same washcloth to wipe another part of the table when a second child finished eating and hung the washcloth back up in the same spot. The staff member did not use a two-step process to clean the table as required. Rule 251.07(5)(b)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk5/30/2025

    Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized (251.07(6)(f)5.)

    An epipen on site for Child 1 had expired in June of 2024. Rule 251.07(6)(f)5. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk5/30/2025

    Current Authorizations For Medications On Premises (251.07(6)(f)6.)

    Child 1 had an epipen on site with no current authorization from the parents as required. Rule 251.07(6)(f)6. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium risk11/4/2024

    Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure (251.06(11)(b)7.)

    The enclosure for the outdoor play space has several spots that are less than 4 feet tall. Rule 251.06(11)(b)7. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk11/4/2024

    Deteriorating Paint (251.06(2)(i))

    The school age classroom has several areas of deteriorating paint. Rule 251.06(2)(i) (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.

11Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,224/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: 75
  • Type: LICENSED GROUP

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