Bear River Head Start - Preston Center
PRESTON, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address525 S 4TH E, PRESTON, ID, 83263
Phone435-7550081
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/13/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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525 S 4TH E, PRESTON, ID, 83263, PRESTON, ID 83263
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/13/2025
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk11/13/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up inspection, a lock was placed on the door preventing the preschool access to the childcare facility. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on November 13th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 11/13/2025 - High risk9/9/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of staff members not having a required background clearance has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 9th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/9/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 9th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/9/2025 - Medium-High risk9/9/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the fire extinguisher had been inspected and met standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 9th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/9/2025 - High risk9/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of inspection, staff next door in Pioneer preschool is not current on background checks. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of inspection, no physical copies of immunization records were on-site. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of inspection, the fire extinguisher is expired and did not meet standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk9/12/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the preschool has an approved second fire exit. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 12th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/12/2024 - Medium risk9/12/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 14. Dishwashing/Sanitizing
At time of follow up inspection, a drying rack was purchased. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 12th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/16/2024 - Medium risk9/12/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 15. Utensil Storage
At time of follow up inspection, sharp knives were no longer accessible to children. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 12th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/16/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$850/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Idaho run about $724/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Idaho by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: PRESTON
- Type: Child Care Center
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