BRIGHT STARS CHILD CARE
CALDWELL, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address406 S 14th Ave, Caldwell, ID, 83605
Phone208-4422561
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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406 S 14th Ave, Caldwell, ID, 83605, CALDWELL, ID 83605
Questions to ask on a tour
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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: 4/23/2026
- High3
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk4/23/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 26. Heat, Light & Ventilation
At time of follow up inspection, night lights have been added so that children can be seen breathing during nap time. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 23rd, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 4/23/2026 - Medium risk4/21/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 26. Heat, Light & Ventilation
At time of inspection, the downstairs classrooms do not have sufficient light to see children breathing during nap time. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on April 21st, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2025
- High risk12/1/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow-up investigation, the provider was educated on proper and active supervision which includes all sleeping children must be supervised within sight and normal hearing range. A teacher relocated the infant to another classroom at the time of the investigation. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on December 1st, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 12/1/2025 - High risk12/1/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of investigation, a child was not within sight and sound of provider. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on December 1st, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk11/24/2025
Substantiated incident: Supervision Concern (Supervision Concern)
There were concerns that infants were sleeping in swings, unsupervised. During the investigation, the health department observed an infant sleeping in a room alone. The investigator informed the provider that sleeping children must be in direct sight and sound at all times and that a baby monitor is not sufficient. Resolution: The infant was relocated to another classroom at the time of investigation. IdahoSTARS was asked to provide this facility with support focused on nap time practices and supervision. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/11/2025
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 June 11th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 6/11/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of immunization records not being current has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on June 2nd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/2/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of follow up inspection, the fence has been repaired and meets standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on June 2nd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 6/2/2025 - Medium-High risk5/28/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of inspection, provider is not current on 3 immunization records. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on May 28th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk5/28/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of inspection, the fence in the outdoor play area is not attached to poles and does not meet standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on May 28th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
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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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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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: CALDWELL
- Type: Child Care Center
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