Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Sunshine Station Childcare and Preschool
Rockford, MN
· Wright County
8956 Walnut St,
Rockford, MN 55373
Quick Facts
Capacity
89 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1024370
License Holder
Sunshine Station, Inc.
Licensed Since
2003
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Wright County Human Services
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About the Provider
We are a childcare center located in Rockford, Minnesota.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday - Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 6:00 am - 6:15 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-05-27 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5; and section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-06-09 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-05-13 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-04-17 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-02-27 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-10-26 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 9. - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1. - Program Practices Violation Description: Facility: The indoor space for children did not meet minimum square footage requirements. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-05 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-05-31 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-05-31 | Correction Order | |
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