How do I choose the right daycare in Wausau?

When choosing a daycare in Wausau, 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

What types of daycare are available in Wausau?

Wausau offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wausau, Wisconsin (17 Results)

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 Wausau for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wausau

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.

Alphabet Soup Child Care I I

4.64 score

4.8(20)

212 E Randolph St, Wausau, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Parents consistently praise Alphabet Soup Child Care for its caring, dedicated staff and family-like atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating regular communication through photos and updates. The facility is noted for being safe, educational, and supportive of both children and families.

Caring and genuinely invested staffstrong child development and growthfamily-oriented environmentregular communication with parents via photos and updates

St Marks Lutheran Preschool

4.38 score

4.7(6)

600 Stevens Dr, Wausau, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

St. Marks Lutheran Preschool is highly rated for its Christ-centered worship environment and community involvement. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual fulfillment, and charitable outreach programs. One review criticized the management of a toy drive distribution.

Christ-centered worshipcaring communityfriendly and welcoming staffcommunity service opportunities

Woodson Ymca Child Development Ctr

4 score

4(20)

707 N 3rd St, Wausau, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

Note: These reviews are for the YMCA facility itself, not the child development center. Reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, modern equipment, and amenities, though some note staff inconsistencies and layout inefficiencies.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern equipmentmultiple pools and amenitiesfriendly staff

Child Daycare & Preschools in Wausau, Wisconsin

There are 17 child daycare & preschools in Wausau, Wisconsin, making up 89% of the 19 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 Wausau, 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 17 child daycare & preschools daycares in Wausau, Wisconsin, out of 19 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 Wausau, 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

Wausau offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 Wausau for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Wausau 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.

17 Child Daycare & Preschools in Wausau, Wisconsin

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wausau

Top Rated

Alphabet Soup Child Care I I

St Marks Lutheran Preschool

Kids Unlimited Early Learning Ctr

Wcc-South Mtn Before-After School

Woodson Ymca Child Development Ctr

Little Lambs Day Care

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