YMCA Early Learning Center at ISU
IDAHO FALLS, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1784 Science Center Dr, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402
Phone208-5230600
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High11
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1784 Science Center Dr, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402, IDAHO FALLS, ID 83402
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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
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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: 2/10/2026
- High5
- Medium-High9
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk2/10/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up investigation, provider is current on background checks. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on February 10th, 2026. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 2/10/2026 - High risk1/30/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up investigation, provider is still not current on one background check. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on January 30th, 2026. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk1/20/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of investigation, provider is not current on one background check. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on January 20th, 2026. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk1/13/2026
Substantiated incident: Child Wrist Fracture and Supervision Concerns (Supervision Concern)
This provider self-reported that a child complained of their wrist hurting while at the facility. During investigation, the Health Department determined a staff member on-site did not have proper background clearance but nothing could be determined regarding the injury of the child. Resolution: Staff member was not permitted onsite until they received background check clearance. Staff member later received proper clearance. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk8/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
At time of follow up inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan are current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on August 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/29/2025 - Medium-High risk8/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
At time of follow up inspection, CPR/First Aid records are current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on August 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/29/2025 - Medium-High risk8/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
At time of follow up inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation plan was practiced. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on August 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/29/2025 - Medium-High risk8/29/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on August 29th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 8/29/2025 - Medium-High risk7/30/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
At time of inspection, one CPR/First Aid record is not current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 30th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/30/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
At time of inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation plan has not been reviewed every 6 months. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 30th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/30/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
At time of inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan are not up to date. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 30th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/30/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 5. Immunization Records
At time of inspection, provider is not current on four immunization records. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on July 30th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2024
- High risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up inspection, provider is current on city license cards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium-High risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
At time of follow up inspection, CPR/First Aid records are current. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 10. Food Handling/Personal Hygiene
At time of follow up inspection, provider has gloves for food handling. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
At time of follow up inspection, the refrigerator temperature met standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 17. Garbage Covered/Removed
At time of follow up inspection, all garbage cans were covered. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium risk9/17/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 20. Handwashing Facilities
At time of follow up inspection, there was hot water at the handwashing facilities. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/17/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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: IDAHO FALLS
- Type: Child Care Center
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