Little Ropers Preschool
IDAHO FALLS, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address690 Butterfly Dr, Idaho Falls, ID, 83401
Phone986-4978147
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High11
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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690 Butterfly Dr, Idaho Falls, ID, 83401, IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/7/2025
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk8/7/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of follow up investigation, provider did not answer the door. Therefore, an investigation could not be completed. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on August 7th, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk8/6/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of investigation, the investigation was not able to be completed due to the provider not being available. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on August 6th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk8/4/2025
Substantiated incident: Supervision Concerns (Supervision Concern)
There were concerns that child care was not being provided at this facility. The health department made several attempts to verify care and were denied access during business hours. Additionally, upon investigation, it was identified that a man lived on the premises and did not have proper clearances. DHW requested attendance records and was unable to make contact with this provider. Resolution: Due to the many unreturned requests for information and the health department's investigation, it was determined that no child care is provided at this location. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.
Not corrected
2024
- Medium risk11/14/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of follow up inspection, the snow blocker and lawn mower are removed. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on November 14th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 11/14/2024 - Medium risk11/13/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of inspection, a lawn mower and snow blocker are accessible to children. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on November 13th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - High risk9/30/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 1. Provider Age/Supervision
At time of inspection, 3 attempt to contact the provider were made but unsuccessful. Unable to complete annual inspection. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 30th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
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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.
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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: IDAHO FALLS
- Type: Child Care Center
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