Cornerstone Academy

GOODING, IDChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Est. price$850/mo

Contact information

Address121 5th Ave W, Gooding, ID, 83330

CityGOODING, ID 83330

Phone208-5804955

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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121 5th Ave W, Gooding, ID, 83330, GOODING, ID 83330

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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. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/7/2025

  • High10
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk10/7/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of follow-up investigation, all children were within sight and sound of provider. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on October 7th, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 10/7/2025
  2. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    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 September 9th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    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 September 9th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  4. High risk9/9/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of investigation, children were sleeping in two separate rooms on opposite sides of the building with both doors closed. Provider was unable to have line of sight for both rooms at the same time. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on September 9th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  5. High risk9/4/2025

    Substantiated incident: Supervision Concerns (Supervision Concern)

    Due to ongoing supervision concerns, the health department performed an investigation and determined this facility to be out of compliance with supervision requirements. During the investigation, it was observed that there were two rooms of sleeping children that did not have adult supervision and the provider was unable to have line of sight for both rooms at the same time. The inspector later found the adult in another room assisting other children who do not nap. Resolution: During a follow-up investigation, supervision was in compliance and IdahoSTARS was notified to ensure this provider receives further support with supervision practices. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected
  6. High risk6/24/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of follow up investigation, new procedures are in place for supervision during quiet time. Training was provided by IdahoSTARS. Provider is current on background checks. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on June 24th, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 6/24/2025
  7. High risk5/15/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of inspection, provider is not current on three background checks. During nap time, two rooms had sleeping children that were not within sight of staff. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Unannounced) on May 15th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  8. High risk4/16/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of investigation, it was confirmed that some staff were in the kitchen and others at the park, leaving the baby room unsupervised, which led to a child being severely bitten. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on April 16th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  9. High risk4/10/2025

    Substantiated incident: Supervision Concerns (Health and Safety, Supervision Concern)

    There were supervision concerns that included a child being severely bitten while no staff were actively supervising. During an investigation, it was found that two rooms had sleeping children that were not within sight of staff. Additionally, there was a staff member who is regularly on the premises and does not have the proper background clearance. Resolution: There are new procedures in place for supervising children during quiet time. The provider required staff to take Active Supervision training that was provided by IdahoSTARS. Law enforcement has determined they will not continue an investigation. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High risk9/24/2024

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of investigation, provider confirmed that a child had left through the front door without being noticed. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on September 24th, 2024. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  2. High risk9/24/2024

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision

    At time of follow up investigation, protocols were discussed with staff, new rules put in place for front reception area, and staff member who left the door unlatched was terminated. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on September 24th, 2024. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 9/24/2024
  3. High risk9/20/2024

    Substantiated incident: Supervision Concerns (Health and Safety, Supervision Concern)

    There were concerns of a child leaving the building. During the investigation, provider confirmed a child left through the front door without being noticed by staff. Resolution: Emergency procedures were reiterated to staff and a new transition policy was implemented. Additionally, the responsible staff member was terminated. 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.

15Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: GOODING
  • Type: Child Care Center

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