THE GARDEN OF LEARNING

NAMPA, IDChild Care CenterLicensed

2.0based on state inspection data
Est. price$850/mo

Contact information

Address970 Rising Sun Dr., Nampa, ID, 83686

CityNAMPA, ID 83686

Phone208-4612278

Operating details

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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970 Rising Sun Dr., Nampa, ID, 83686, NAMPA, ID 83686

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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 3/4/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk3/4/2026

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 3. Child-Staff Ratio

    At time of investigation, it was determined that on the day of the incident, only one of the two providers in the classroom had a valid background check, resulting in the room being out of compliance with required staff-to-child ratios Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Investigation) on March 4th, 2026. Investigation status: Not Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Not corrected
  2. High risk3/4/2026

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 3. Child-Staff Ratio

    At time of follow-up investigation, the staff member now holds a valid background check. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Follow-Up, Investigation) on March 4th, 2026. Investigation status: Resolved. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 3/4/2026
  3. High risk3/3/2026

    Substantiated incident: Supervision Concerns (Supervision Concern)

    There were supervision concerns at this facility. The health department determined during investigation that an individual on-site did not have a background check. This also put the facility out of compliance with child to staff ratios. Resolution: The staff member in question has recently received their cleared and enhanced background check. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW) substantiated incident report.

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High risk2/10/2025

    Idaho health & safety criterion failed: 31. Safe Sleep-Alone, on back CPSC crib

    At time of inspection, a child was sleeping with a blanket. Provider was informed of proper safe sleep procedures; corrected on-site and removed blanket. Cited at a failed DHW health & safety inspection (Annual) on February 10th, 2025. Source: Idaho Child Care Check (DHW).

    Corrected 2/10/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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: NAMPA
  • Type: Child Care Center

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