Smart Start Academy - Emmett
EMMETT, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address205 W 5th St, Emmett, ID, 83617
CityEMMETT, ID 83617
Phone208-8607505
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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205 W 5th St, Emmett, ID, 83617, EMMETT, ID 83617
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/11/2026
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk3/11/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
At time of follow up inspection, a thermometer had been purchased. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on March 11th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 3/11/2026 - Medium risk3/10/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
At time of inspection, the thermometer in the refrigerator did not meet standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on March 10th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk5/21/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the provider purchased new fire extinguishers. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on May 21st, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 5/20/2025 - Medium-High risk5/6/2025
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 May 6th, 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.
(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: Child Care Center
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