Happy Family Daycare
Since 1995, Happy Family Daycare has provided warm, reliable, licensed home-based child care in Mount Horeb, WI. Conveniently located at 107 N 4th St, Mount Horeb, WI 53572, our home-centered approach blends family-style nurturing with developmentally appropriate learning, giving children a safe, engaging environment while parents work and live in the community. We welcome children from infancy through school-age with individualized care, nutritious meals, and activities that encourage curiosity, confidence, and kindness.
Our promise to families
- A licensed, safe, and home-like environment that prioritizes children’s well-being and curiosity.
- Individualized care plans that reflect your child’s needs, routines, and cultural background.
- Transparent communication—daily reports, progress updates, and open two-way dialogue.
- Experienced caregivers who are trained in early childhood development, health and safety, and positive behavior guidance.
- A commitment to wholesome meals, hygienic practices, and a schedule that balances play, learning, rest, and fresh air.
Care that makes a difference
Why quality child care matters
Quality child care shapes a young child’s earliest experiences of safety, trust, and learning. In the first years of life, relationships and consistent routines become the building blocks for language development, social skills, emotional regulation, and early cognitive growth. A reliable home-based daycare like Happy Family Daycare delivers those essentials through small group sizes, personal attention, and caregivers who know each child’s temperament and developmental needs.
For parents, accessible and trustworthy child care is essential to maintaining employment, pursuing education, and supporting family well-being. For children, it’s a place to form friendships, practice independence, and develop early skills under the guidance of nurturing adults. When childcare is consistent and high-quality, children arrive at kindergarten ready to learn and families feel secure.
“A safe place to grow, learn, and belong.”
Small moments of care make a big difference.
Care for every stage
How Happy Family Daycare helps your child thrive
At Happy Family Daycare, our approach is child-centered, intentional, and practical. We blend responsive caregiving with structured learning moments to support each child’s emerging skills across domains—social-emotional, language and literacy, fine and gross motor, and cognitive problem-solving.
Daily routines and activities:
Morning welcome:
Gentle arrival routines that help children transition from home to daycare through consistent rituals, morning songs, and check-ins.
Learning centers:
Small-group activities around books, blocks, sensory play, art, and dramatic play that promote exploration and language.
Outdoor play:
Daily outdoor time for gross motor skill development, exploration, and healthy vitamin D exposure, weather permitting.
Meals and snacks:
Nutritious, home-style meals and snacks aligned with recommended portion sizes and dietary guidelines.
Rest and quiet time:
Comfortable rest routines for infants and scheduled quiet periods for toddlers and preschoolers.
School readiness:
Age-appropriate pre-literacy and numeracy experiences, social skills practice, and fine-motor activities that prepare preschoolers for kindergarten.
Programs we offer
Licensed Home Daycare:
A nurturing home setting with experienced caregivers.
Full-Day Child Care:
Comprehensive care during typical work hours with structured routines and enrichment.
Infant Care:
Specialized attention for feeding, sleep, and developmental milestones.
Before and After
Safe transport and supervision supporting school-age children’s schedules.
Peace of mind matters
Safety and health
Our licensed home daycare follows Wisconsin DHS health and safety requirements, including safe sleep practices for infants, immunization or exemption tracking, medication administration protocols, emergency preparedness, and regular cleaning and hygiene routines. We conduct daily health screenings and maintain safe indoor and outdoor play areas with age-appropriate equipment and supervision.
Staff qualifications and training
Our caregivers are experienced early childhood professionals who undergo regular training in:
- Child development and age-appropriate practice
- First Aid and CPR
- Safe sleep and infant choking prevention
- Positive behavior guidance and social-emotional learning
- Nutrition and food safety
- Mandated reporting and child protection
Frequently asked questions
Are you licensed?
Yes. We are a licensed home-based daycare operating in Mount Horeb, WI, following state regulations.
What ages do you accept?
We care for infants through school-age children. Individual subprograms support specific age groups.
How do I enroll?
(608) 712-0488Call (608) 712-0488 to schedule a tour and receive our enrollment packet.
Q: What are your hours?
What are your hours?
Typical hours are Monday through Friday — please contact us to confirm current availability and schedules.
Contact and next steps
Ready to learn more or schedule a visit? Call (608) 712-0488 to speak directly with our director. We welcome inquiries by phone and encourage prospective families to schedule a tour so you can see our licensed, home-like environment firsthand. Enrollment is limited to maintain high quality and individual attention—reach out today to reserve your child’s space.
