BRIGHT STARS CHILD CARE

CALDWELL, IDChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Est. price$850/mo

Contact information

Address406 S 14th Ave, Caldwell, ID, 83605

CityCALDWELL, 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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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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.

10Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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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