Koala Kids Daycare and Preschool
LANDER, WY·Child Care Center (CCC)Temporarily Closed
Contact information
Address411 Lincoln St, Lander, WY, 82520
CityLANDER, WY 82520
CountyFremont
Phone307-240-1194
Operating details
Capacity28
SubsidiesY
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium14
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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411 Lincoln St, Lander, WY, 82520, LANDER, WY 82520
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2026
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium14
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk2/3/2026
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 10. Records. (c) Owner, director, staff, substitute and volunteer records shall be current and maintained at all times either on the DFS-205, Facility Staff Record or other similar record, and shall include:
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 11/12/2026
1
1 Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 51/7/2026
5
5 Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/7/2026
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 6. Discipline and Guidance. (b) When “time out†is used, it shall:
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/7/2026
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 18. Food Service. (f) Children shall not be forced to eat.
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/7/2026
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 6. Discipline and Guidance. (d) The following behavior shall be prohibited in all child care settings:
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk12/2/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 2. Capacity/Supervision Requirements. (e) When age groups are combined the following staff:child ratios and group sizes for the youngest age group present shall apply. These options represent maximum numbers of chil
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk11/4/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 2. Capacity/Supervision Requirements. (e) When age groups are combined the following staff:child ratios and group sizes for the youngest age group present shall apply. These options represent maximum numbers of chil
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/27/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 14. Health and Safety Requirements. (g) Awake infants or toddlers shall not be confined to a crib, playpen/play yard, swing, high chair, car seat, carrier, or in one (1) position for excessive periods of time.
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/23/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 16. Outdoor Play Space. (a) There shall be a minimum of 75 square feet of outdoor play space for each child when ages of children are combined, except as provided in Section 15.
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/9/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 2. Capacity/Supervision Requirements. (b) Staff:child ratios and supervision requirements as described in this chapter shall be maintained at all times.
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 24/28/2025
2
2 Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/12/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 19. Infant and/or Toddler Care. (b) Sleeping infants shall:
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/12/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 3. Owner, Director, and Staff Requirements. (a) Before the owner, director, their staff, household member, employee, substitute or volunteer assume responsibility for children, provide direct care of children, work
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/25/2025
Chapter 8. Food Safety, Health and Sanitation Section 3. Sanitation Requirements for Child Care Centers (CCC), Family Child Care Centers (FCCC), and Family Child Care Homes (FCCH). (a) All Family Child Care Homes (FCCH), Family Child Care Centers (FCCC),
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/25/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 14. Health and Safety Requirements. (l) Potentially dangerous or unsafe items shall be made inaccessible to children.
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk2/25/2025
Chapter 4. General Requirements Section 14. Health and Safety Requirements. (c) The overall condition of the child care facility and grounds, including play areas, equipment, and toys, shall be maintained in a clean, uncluttered, safe condition and free o
Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 42/25/2025
4
4 Source: Wyoming DFS ECARES child care portal (childcare.dfs.wyo.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.
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Estimated monthly cost
$869/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 Wyoming run about $764/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Wyoming by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LANDER, Fremont County
- Capacity: 28
- Type: Child Care Center (CCC)
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