Whoville
POCATELLO, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address311 S 5th Ave, Pocatello, ID, 83201
Phone208-4062931
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/17/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High8
- Medium10
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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311 S 5th Ave, Pocatello, ID, 83201, POCATELLO, ID 83201
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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
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- 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: 9/17/2024
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- Medium risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 13. Food Contact Surfaces/Sanitizing
At time of inspection, the sanitizer was too weak and did not meet standards. Provider corrected on-site and remade. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - High risk9/10/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up investigation, staff on duty during the incident are now watching a different age group. Biting toys and necklaces for biter has been provided and staff have received additional training to prevent future incidences. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on September 10th, 2024. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/10/2024 - High risk9/10/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of investigation, it was verified a child was bitten during the end of the day. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on September 10th, 2024. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk9/6/2024
Substantiated incident: Supervision (Licensing and Agreements, Supervision Concern)
There was concern that a child may have been bitten. During an investigation, it was confirmed that the incident occurred. Resolution: The provider has implemented new supervision strategies such as separated age groups and increased the amount of staff supervising the children. Additionally, the staff on duty during the incident are watching a different age group of children. Lastly, biting toys are supplied and sanitized daily. 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.
(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: POCATELLO
- Type: Child Care Center
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