DINOSAUR DEN CHILDCARE LLC
DEFOREST, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address4999 Hahn Rd, Deforest, WI, 53532-1858
Phone608-846-1863
Operating details
Hours05:30 AM-05:30 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity6
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium6
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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4999 Hahn Rd, Deforest, WI, 53532-1858, DEFOREST, WI 53532-1858
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
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- Medium-High6
- Medium6
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- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk5/20/2026
Provider Training - Current Cpr Certificate (250.05(3)(e)2.)
The provider did not maintain a current CPR certificate when their certificate expired on July 6, 2022. Rule 250.05(3)(e)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/20/2026
Continuing Education - Documentation Of 12 Month Period (250.05(4)(c)4.)
The provider reported that they did not have documentation of continuing education training requirements for 2025, as required. Rule 250.05(4)(c)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk10/20/2025
Emergency Plans - Practice (250.06(3)(b))
The center did not have documentation of evacuation and tornado plans being practiced in July, August, and September. Rule 250.06(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/20/2025
Meals & Snacks - Records (250.06(9)(j))
Records of meals and snacks served to children were not available for review by the licensing specialist when the licensee reported that they were not recording meals and snacks. Rule 250.06(9)(j) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/20/2025
Naps - Sleep Surface & Placement - Child 1 Year And Older (250.07(4)(c))
Each child one year of age and older was not provided with a safe sleeping surface when a 2 year old child was observed sleeping alone in an enclosed room, underneath the fitted cot sheet with elastic straps on each corner. The licensee reported the child prefers to sleep under the fitted sheet. Additionally, the licensee immediately removed the child from under the sheet. Rule 250.07(4)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/20/2025
Infant & Toddler - Audio Monitoring (250.09(1)(c)4g.)
An audio monitoring device was not being used in a room where a child under the age of one was placed to sleep when an infant was observed sleeping in a enclosed room with the door closed and the licensee reported that they had an audio monitoring device but it wasn't in use on their phone. Rule 250.09(1)(c)4g. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2025
Licensed Capacity (250.04(1)(a))
The number of children in care exceeded the licensed number when seven children were receiving care and the center is licensed for six children. Rule 250.04(1)(a) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2025
Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record (250.04(6)(b))
The licensee did not maintain a current written record of attendance when they reported they had not recorded children's attendance in two weeks. Rule 250.04(6)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2025
Maximum Number Of Children In Care Of The Provider (250.055(2)(b))
The provider was caring for seven children: 4 children were under the age of two and 3 children over the age of two and under the age of three. The provider was caring for three children over the maximum number specified in Table DCF 250.055. Rule 250.055(2)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2025
Emergency Plans - Practice (250.06(3)(b))
The center has not practiced the fire evacuation plans monthly when the provider reported they have not practiced the emergency plans in 2025. Rule 250.06(3)(b) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/29/2025
Infant & Toddler - Bedding (250.09(1)(c)3.)
A blanket was being used to cover an infant sleeping in an infant and toddler baby rocker chair. Rule 250.09(1)(c)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/29/2025
Infant & Toddler - Sleep Position (250.09(2)(c))
An infant was not placed to sleep on their back in a crib when the infant was sleeping in an infant and toddler baby rocker chair. Rule 250.09(2)(c) (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
$1,606/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: DEFOREST
- Capacity: 6
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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