Little Stars LLC
IDAHO FALLS, ID·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address487 4th St, Idaho Falls, ID, 83401
Phone208-3605559
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High12
- Medium13
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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487 4th St, Idaho Falls, ID, 83401, IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/20/2026
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- Medium-High10
- Medium11
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2026
- Medium risk2/20/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
At time of follow-up inspection, provider purchased a new thermometer for the fridge. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on February 20th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 2/20/2026 - Medium risk2/19/2026
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
At time of inspection, the refrigerator thermometer was not working properly. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Unannounced) on February 19th, 2026. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High risk9/19/2025
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 September 19th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/19/2025 - Medium risk9/19/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 21. Diaper Changing Facilities
At time of follow-up inspection, the provider has a sanitizing solution prepared and accessible for diaper changing. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 19th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/19/2025 - Medium-High risk9/17/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of a disaster and emergency plan and communication policy in place has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/17/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 21. Diaper Changing Facilities
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of a sanitizer meeting standards has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 17th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/15/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At time of investigation, provider confirmed that a staff member had inappropriately disciplined a child. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on September 15th, 2025. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/15/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 29. General Safety
At time of follow up investigation, the staff member was terminated on 9/11/25 and the remaining staff are training on performance. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on September 15th, 2025. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/12/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
At time of inspection, a disaster and emergency plan and communication policy is not in place. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 12th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk9/12/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 21. Diaper Changing Facilities
At time of inspection, the sanitizer did not meet standards. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on September 12th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk9/10/2025
Substantiated incident: Discipline & Behavior Concerns (Business Practices, Health and Safety)
There were concerns that a staff member was yelling and pulling a child's arm forcefully. During investigation, it was confirmed to the health department the situation occured. Resolution: The staff member in question was terminated and the remaining staff are training on performance. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.
Not corrected - Medium risk4/7/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of follow up inspection, the shed has been locked. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 7th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 4/7/2025 - Medium-High risk4/7/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the fire exit in the Dr. Seuss room is unblocked. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 7th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 4/7/2025 - Medium risk4/7/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 17. Garbage Covered/Removed
At time of follow up inspection, the garbage can in the after school room was covered. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 7th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 4/7/2025 - Medium-High risk4/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of the fire exit being blocked has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 17. Garbage Covered/Removed
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of the garbage can being uncovered has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/4/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of follow up inspection, the issue of the shed being unsecured has not been resolved. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on April 4th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk3/20/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of inspection, the fire exit was blocked for the Dr. Seuss room. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Unannounced) on March 20th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/20/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 17. Garbage Covered/Removed
At time of inspection, trash can in after school room was uncovered and accessible to children. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Unannounced) on March 20th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected - Medium risk3/20/2025
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 27. Outdoor Play Areas
At time of inspection, the shed with lawn equipment needs to be locked. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Unannounced) on March 20th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High risk9/11/2024
Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
At time of follow up inspection, the Dr. Seuss room has an approved fire exit through an office. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up) on September 11th, 2024. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).
Corrected 9/11/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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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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