Pocatello Valley Montessori School
POCATELLO, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address240 E Maple St, Pocatello, ID, 83201
Phone208-4171930
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/9/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High8
- Medium11
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
Join the waitlist
Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.
Location
Using Address for Location
Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
240 E Maple St, Pocatello, ID, 83201, POCATELLO, ID 83201
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/9/2024
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- High risk12/9/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up investigation, children were in direct sight and sound of the provider and supervision requirements were met. The provider has conducted several staff meetings discussing the importance of actively supervising children. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on December 9th, 2024. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 12/9/2024 - High risk11/19/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of investigation, it was confirmed a situation occurred between two children that involved inappropriately touching each other. Additionally, there were a lot of children in the play area and staff members were not actively supervising and there were blind spots in several areas. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on November 19th, 2024. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk11/13/2024
Substantiated incident: Supervision (Licensing and Agreements, Supervision Concern)
There were concerns of two children inappropriately touching each other. During investigation, it was confirmed that it had occurred and that there were a lot of children in the play area and staff members were not actively supervising. Additionally, there were several areas with blind spots. Resolution: The director has conducted several staff meetings discussing the importance of actively supervising the kids. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/18/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
At time of follow up inspection, At time of follow up inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan are current and have been completed. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 18th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/18/2024
Showing the 25 most recent of 38 records on file; the full history loads with the interactive view.
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: POCATELLO
- Type: Child Care Center
What parents actually pay
No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.
Parent Reviews
More daycares in POCATELLO, ID
- ABC Express Preschool · 4.5★
- Saris Home Child Care · 4.5★
- HAPPIE KIDZ KLUBHOUSE · 4.5★
- LIGHTHOUSE PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER LLC · 4.5★
- Lil Pumpkin Patch · 4.5★
- Pitter Patter Child Care LLC · 4.5★
- Sunshine Kids Daycare · 4.5★
- CHANTELLES KIDS · 4.5★