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Licensed Daycare in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin

3 licensed daycares in Prairie Du Sac, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Wisconsin licensing records.

3
Licensed Centers
3
Infant Care
$1,170/mo
Wisconsin avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Prairie Du Sac listings updated May 2026 from official Wisconsin records.

Daycare in Prairie Du Sac: what parents should know

Prairie Du Sac has 3 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Infant Care the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Wisconsin license at indexing time, sourced from Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation.

For age coverage, 3 centers in Prairie Du Sac report infant care (roughly 100% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).

Together, licensed providers in Prairie Du Sac report capacity for roughly 242 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Prairie Du Sac childcare by the numbers

3
Licensed providers
242
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Prairie Du Sac

ChildCare Aware reports the Wisconsin average full-time cost at $1,170/month for infant care and $870/month for preschool. City-level prices in Prairie Du Sac vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Wisconsin families may also qualify for Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (608) 422-7200).

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Quick facts

State regulator
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:6
Preschool ratio
1:10
Avg capacity
80 kids

ZIP codes covered

Program types in Prairie Du Sac

Largest licensed centers in Prairie Du Sac

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin?
Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin, sourced from Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Prairie Du Sac?
Statewide averages in Wisconsin run roughly $1170/month for infants and $870/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Prairie Du Sac daycares?
All licensed Wisconsin centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Prairie Du Sac typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Prairie Du Sac?
Wisconsin families can apply for Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (608) 422-7200). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Prairie Du Sac daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Prairie Du Sac

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Local CCR&R agency

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(608) 422-7200 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin are compiled from official Wisconsin Department of Children and Families — Child Care Regulation licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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