Little Tikes Daycare
EMMETT, ID·(FCC)Group Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address1490 E Gem Estates Ln, Emmett, ID, 83617
CityEMMETT, ID 83617
Phone208-8002925
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High10
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1490 E Gem Estates Ln, Emmett, ID, 83617, EMMETT, ID 83617
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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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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/4/2025
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk8/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 19. Water Supply/Well Sampled
At time of follow up inspection, water samples were taken and results on 8/4/25 showed water was free from coliform. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on August 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/4/2025 - Medium-High risk7/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the provider ordered a new fire extinguisher. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on July 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/29/2025 - High risk7/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 16. Medicines/Hazardous Substances
At time of follow up inspection, the hazardous substances have been secured. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on July 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/29/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 19. Water Supply/Well Sampled
At time of follow up inspection, the water sample was observed to test positive for total coliform. A second water sample was collected on 7/29/2025. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on July 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of follow up inspection, the feces, standing water, and large holes are removed. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on July 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/29/2025 - Medium-High risk7/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At time of follow up inspection, the wires were observed to be secured properly, choking hazards were removed, and electrical hazards were observed to be plugged with protectors. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on July 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/29/2025 - Medium-High risk7/23/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At the time of inspection, exposed electrical outlets and wires are hanging freely in napping areas. Observed choking hazards to be in the infant napping area. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/23/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of inspection, feces, standing water, and large holes are in the outdoor play area. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk7/23/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 16. Medicines/Hazardous Substances
At time of inspection, hazardous substances were accessible to children below the sink in the children's restroom. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/23/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 12. Food Storage/Cross Contamination
At time of inspection, raw eggs are stored over ready to eat food. Provider corrected on-site and moved eggs. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/23/2025 - Medium-High risk7/23/2025
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 July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk7/23/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of inspection, 1 child was sleeping unsupervised and not in direct sight or sound of the provider. Provider is only licensed for 12 children, however 17 children were on-site. Provider corrected on-site and contacted parents to pick up extra children. Sleeping child woke up at the time of inspection. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 23rd, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 7/23/2025
2024
- Medium-High risk9/11/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, a new fire extinguisher was purchased and met standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 11th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/11/2024 - Medium risk9/11/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 14. Dishwashing/Sanitizing
At time of follow up inspection, the provider is using a bleach solution during dishwashing. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 11th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/11/2024 - Medium-High risk9/11/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At time of follow up inspection, the bookshelf is anchored properly. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 11th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/11/2024 - Medium-High risk9/10/2024
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 September 10th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/10/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 14. Dishwashing/Sanitizing
At time of inspection, no sanitation step is occurring when dishwashing. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 10th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/10/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At time of inspection, one bookshelf in the playroom was not anchored. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 10th, 2024. 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.
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: EMMETT
- Type: (FCC)Group Child Care
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