How do I choose the right daycare in Menasha?

When choosing a daycare in Menasha, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Child Daycare & Preschools in Menasha, Wisconsin (6 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Menasha?

Menasha offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Wisconsin?

Daycare costs in Wisconsin typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Menasha for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Menasha

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Gerber Child Development Center

4.16 score

4.2(20)

1230 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

Gerber Child Development Center in Menasha receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing environment, excellent staff communication, flexible hours, affordability, and strong curriculum. Multiple long-term families credit the center with supporting their children's growth and development.

Flexible hoursminimal closuresaffordable pricingexcellent staff communication

K'S Play Days

4 score

4(6)

1300 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

K's Play Days receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 2 to 5 stars. Positive reviewers praise flexible hours, friendly staff, and owner responsiveness, while negative reviewers express concerns about staff phone use during supervision and inappropriate handling of children.

Flexible hours accommodating non-traditional schedulesfriendly and communicative staffresponsive owner (Tasha)fair pricing

Little Inspirations Childcare Ctr

3.69 score

3.5(8)

740 Lake Park Rd, Menasha, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Little Inspirations receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, educational quality, and communication, though a small number of recent reviews raise concerns about food portions, owner behavior, and staff management issues.

Experienced and caring staffstrong communication with parentseducational curriculumorganized and clean facility

Child Daycare & Preschools in Menasha, Wisconsin

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Menasha, Wisconsin, making up 86% of the 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Menasha, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Menasha, Wisconsin, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Menasha, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Menasha offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Wisconsin typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Menasha for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Menasha must be licensed by Wisconsin's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Menasha, Wisconsin

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Menasha

Top Rated

University Children'S Center

Gerber Child Development Center

K'S Play Days

Circle Of Friends Child Learn Ctr

Little Inspirations Childcare Ctr

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Daycare types in Menasha