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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Rice Lake, WI

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Rice Lake. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rice Lake, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Rice Lake offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.28/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rice Lake

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.

  1. 1
    Lulabelles Learning Center Ltd
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    19 W Bracklin St, Rice Lake, WI · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 51 children

    Lulabelles Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and communicative staff, particularly director Lisa. However, one parent reported concerns about inattentiveness and inadequate support for children with special needs.

    Friendly and communicative staffsafe and comfortable environmentstaff treated like familydirector Lisa highly praised

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Rice Lake

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Rice Lake, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.55avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rice Lake zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
548686
4.28
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rice Lake (32–65 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rice Lake based on parent reviews

Little Bear Daycare And Presch Ltd

5(2)

115 E South St, Rice Lake, WI

Parents describe a clean, professional center with great prices and caring teachers who support early learning. One family notes their daughter's pride in attending, while another highlights that their children have been enrolled since infancy and enjoy the school environment.

clean facilityprofessional employeesgreat prices

Kids World Learning Ctr

5

810 Nunn Ave, Rice Lake, WI

Hilltop Day Care

2.3(3)

104 Cameron Rd, Rice Lake, WI

One parent highly praises Miss Dawnie and Miss Shelly for their excellent work in the 4K program, while other reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with staff conduct and communication. Specifically, there are complaints about an employee named Ms. Good being described as unhinged and unprofessional, as well as concerns about the center failing to share information with co-parents.

excellent 4K program management by Miss Dawnie and Miss Shelly

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Daycare types in Rice Lake

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Rice Lake, Wisconsin

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, making up 67% of the 6 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Rice Lake have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Rice Lake

Showing 4 results

Kids World Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
810 Nunn Ave, Rice Lake, WI
Phone
(715) 234-4039
Quality
Little Bear Daycare And Presch Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe a clean, professional center with great prices and caring teachers who support early learning. One family notes their daughter's pride in attending, while another highlights that their children have been enrolled since infancy and enjoy the school environment.

clean facilityprofessional employeesgreat prices
Address
115 E South St, Rice Lake, WI
Phone
(715) 234-5686
Hilltop Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent highly praises Miss Dawnie and Miss Shelly for their excellent work in the 4K program, while other reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with staff conduct and communication. Specifically, there are complaints about an employee named Ms. Good being described as unhinged and unprofessional, as well as concerns about the center failing to share information with co-parents.

excellent 4K program management by Miss Dawnie and Miss Shelly
Address
104 Cameron Rd, Rice Lake, WI
Phone
(715) 234-6671
Kids At First Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
15 E Sawyer St, Rice Lake, WI
Phone
(715) 234-7505

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Rice Lake have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rice Lake, 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
Rice Lake offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Rice Lake for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rice Lake 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.