River City Rascals

POST FALLS, IDChild Care CenterLicensed

3.4based on state inspection data
Est. price$850/mo

Contact information

Address311 W Cherry Ave, Post Falls, ID, 83854

CityPOST FALLS, ID 83854

Phone208-7770291

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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311 W Cherry Ave, Post Falls, ID, 83854, POST FALLS, ID 83854

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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. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/10/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk4/10/2026

    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 April 10th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 4/10/2026
  2. Medium-High risk4/7/2026

    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 April 7th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/29/2025

    Substantiated incident: Health and Safety Concerns (Health and Safety)

    There were health & safety concerns regarding this facility. The health department determined the facility was out of compliance with the storing of the children's bedding as they are put together in a closet and not stored individually. Resolution: The provider sent pictures and an updated process to the health department of how they will be storing and cleaning nap mats and bedding. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected
  2. High risk2/19/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 31. Safe Sleep-Alone, on back CPSC crib

    At time of follow up investigation, provider has implemented safe sleep policies and updated the parent handbook to include a safe sleep policy. Baby room has pack n' plays for each infant along with sleep sacks. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on February 19th, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  3. High risk2/4/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 31. Safe Sleep-Alone, on back CPSC crib

    At time of investigation, provider stated that they do not always follow safe sleep practices and allow some infants to sleep in a swing or swaying seat. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on February 4th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk2/3/2025

    Substantiated incident: Safe Sleep Concerns (Health and Safety)

    There were concerns of infants sleeping in unsafe situations such as jumpers, bouncers, etc. During an investigation, the provider acknowledged safe sleep practices were not followed and infants slept in swings and swaying seats. Resolution: Provider has implemented safe sleep policies and updated the parent handbook to include a safe sleep policy. The baby room has pack n plays for each infant along with sleep sacks. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk1/31/2025

    Substantiated incident: Health and Safety Concerns (Health and Safety)

    There were concerns of infants sleeping in unsafe situations such as jumpers, bouncers, etc. During an investigation, the provider acknowledged safe sleep practices were not followed and allowed infants to sleep in swings and swaying seats. Resolution: Provider has implemented safe sleep policies and updated the parent handbook to include a safe sleep policy. The baby room has pack n plays for each infant along with sleep sacks. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

19Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$850/month

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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: POST FALLS
  • Type: Child Care Center

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