JUST PLAYING CHILD CARE
RICE LAKE, WI·LICENSED FAMILYLicensed
Contact information
Address704 Cornell Ave, Rice Lake, WI, 54868-1526
Phone715-719-0213
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:00 PM (Jan-Dec)
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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704 Cornell Ave, Rice Lake, WI, 54868-1526, RICE LAKE, WI 54868-1526
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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
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/3/2026
- High0
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk6/3/2026
Insurance - General Liability (251.04(2)(g)1.a.)
The licensee did not have active liability insurance coverage on the program for the month of May 2026, and from June 1st - June 3rd, 2026. Rule 251.04(2)(g)1.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/3/2026
Insurance - Pets (251.04(2)(g)2.)
It was discovered through a complaint visit that the licensee's dog was allowed in the Infant Room during hours of operation, and was placed on an infant's lap. The licensee did not have active liability insurance that covers pets and animals when this incident took place. Rule 251.04(2)(g)2. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk6/3/2026
Pets & Animals - Notification (251.07(7)(c))
It was discovered during a complaint investigation that the licensee brought their dog into the Infant Room, and the dog was placed on an infant's lap. Parents were not notified in writing prior to the dog being allowed to access the children. Rule requires that all parents shall provide written acknowledgement of any pets or animals that have access to children in the center, and shall be notified in writing prior to any pets' addition to the center. Rule 251.07(7)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/17/2026
Staff Record - Personal Information (251.05(2)(a)1.)
There was no documentation of Staff Record form information on file for Staff B. Rule 251.05(2)(a)1. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/17/2026
Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training (251.05(3)(cm))
Staff B was missing documentation of having received training within the past two years on child abuse and neglect laws, identification, and reporting. Rule 251.05(3)(cm) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/17/2026
Staff-To-Child Ratios - Non-Classroom Duties (251.055(2)(L))
In the months of December 2025, January 2026, and February 2026, the licensee prepared meals in the kitchen while providing sole supervision to a group of children. Rule states that child care workers shall be free of non-classroom duties when they are counted in meeting the staff-to-child ratios. Rule 251.055(2)(L) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/17/2026
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (251.06(2)(d))
In the months of December 2025, January 2026, and February 2026, children in care would sit in the kitchen while the licensee was preparing meals. During this time, children could access potentially harmful materials including cleaning supplies and other chemicals located in lower kitchen cabinets. Rule 251.06(2)(d) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/17/2026
Communicable Disease - Readmission (251.07(6)(e)3.)
It was discovered during the visit that two children had been diagnosed with a communicable disease and were readmitted to the center without a physician statement, and the incubation period had not been met. Rule states that a child may be readmitted to the group child care center if there is a statement from a physician that the condition is no longer contagious or if the person has been absent for a period of time equal to the longest usual incubation period for the disease as specified by the department. Rule 251.07(6)(e)3. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk10/9/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam (250.04(6)(a)4.)
Each child 2 years of age and under age 5 shall have an initial health examination not more than one year prior to nor later than 3 months after being admitted to the center. Child #2 and Child #3 have been in care for more than 3 months and did not have a child health report on file. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk10/9/2025
Child Record - Physical Exam - Under 2 (250.04(6)(a)4.a.)
Each child under 2 years of age shall have a follow-up health examination every 6 months after their initial health examination. Child #1 does not have documentation of a follow-up exam within the past 6 months, with the most recent exam on file dated 1/24/25. Rule 250.04(6)(a)4.a. (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/9/2025
Staff File - Maintenance & Availability (250.05(2))
The provider's staff file was not available for review during the licensing visit. Rule 250.05(2) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk10/9/2025
Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children (250.06(2)(c))
Cleaning supplies including bleach and sanitizer spray that were labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed in the cabinet underneath the kitchen sink which was accessible to children. Rule 250.06(2)(c) (View official inspection document). Source: Wisconsin DCF Child Care Finder (childcarefinder.wisconsin.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk10/9/2025
Premises - Condition & Repair (250.06(2)(m))
The wall between the kitchen and the living room is in need of repair. The base of the wall is crumbling, exposing broken pieces of drywall. The provider told the licensing representative that children pull pieces of the drywall off of the wall, and paper used to cover the area has been ripped open, exposing the damaged area. The outdoor play space was not in good condition at the time of the licensing visit. The grass was overgrown and pieces of the wooden fencing were coming loose, exposing screws and broken pieces of wood. Rule 250.06(2)(m) (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
$1,443/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: RICE LAKE
- Capacity: 8
- Type: LICENSED FAMILY
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