How do I choose the right daycare in Pocatello?

When choosing a daycare in Pocatello, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Idaho's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Idaho) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Daycare Centers in Pocatello, Idaho (16 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Pocatello?

Pocatello offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Idaho?

Daycare costs in Idaho typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Pocatello for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pocatello

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Tender Loving Care Child Care

4.72 score

4.9(20)

200 N 15th Ave, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Care Child Care for its caring, knowledgeable staff, structured curriculum, and strong focus on child development and kindergarten readiness. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, well-maintained, and maintaining low staff turnover over 25+ years of operation. Children show measurable academic and social progress, with parents reporting high satisfaction and long-term loyalty to the center.

caring and knowledgeable staffstrong curriculumage-appropriate structureno screen time

The Growing Place

4.63 score

4.8(18)

1250 Pershing Ave, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise A Place to Grow for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Owners Yolanda and Susanna are highlighted for their dedication to early childhood development, professional certifications, and genuine commitment to each child's well-being. Families appreciate the engaging activities, daily communication via app, and overall transformation they've seen in their children.

caring and attentive staffstate-licensed and CPR/first aid certifiedprofessional development for staffengaging age-appropriate activities

Holy Spirit Childcare

4.5 score

5(5)

540 N 7th Ave, Pocatello, ID · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Holy Spirit Childcare in Pocatello receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, safe environment, and balanced educational approach. Parents highlight the loving community atmosphere and reliable before/after school care options. The facility is recommended as an excellent choice for childcare in the area.

caring and dedicated teacherssafe environmentwarm and loving atmosphereconsistent learning environment

Karis Korner LLC

4.42 score

4.6(12)

253 W Halliday St, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Karis Korner for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Children show developmental progress and enjoy attending daily. Multiple families have enrolled for several years, indicating strong satisfaction and retention.

Excellent communication with parentsattentive staffchild developmental growthstructured activities

Sweet Pea Academy LLC

4.2 score

4.3(10)

954 W Alameda Rd, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Sweet Pea Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, developmental activities, and safe environment. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about health screening practices, inadequate feeding protocols, and hygiene issues with equipment.

Caring and attentive teachersclean facilitydevelopmental milestones and preschool programsmeals included

Lighthouse Preschool And Childcare Center LLC

4.08 score

4.1(20)

1800 Garrett Way, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Lighthouse Preschool and Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing staff, comprehensive curriculum incorporating art and music, and strong focus on child development and safety. Parents report their children are excited to attend, learn significantly, and are well-prepared for kindergarten, with daily communication and photo updates provided through a parent app.

Experienced and caring staffstrong safety protocolscurriculum integration of art/music/basic skillsmeals provided

Asisu Early Learning Center

3.79 score

3.7(12)

921 S 8th, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

ASISU Early Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, cleanliness, affordability, and educational activities. However, some parents have raised serious safety concerns including inadequate management of aggressive behavior from other children and a lack of supervision during an injury incident.

Caring and responsive staffdirector addresses concerns quicklyallergy managementaffordable pricing

Tiny Dreams Child Care & Preschool LLC

3.23 score

2.8(9)

636 Pershing Ave, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Tiny Dreams receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise the caring, attentive staff and owner Ivie's genuine commitment to children's wellbeing and communication with parents. Negative reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unsafe facility conditions, harsh discipline practices, staff rudeness, and inability to accommodate children with behavioral or trauma-related needs.

Caring and attentive staffOwner genuin

A Beautiful Child

2.84 score

2.2(9)

427 N 4th Ave, Pocatello, ID · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

A BEAUTIFUL CHILD in Pocatello has highly polarized reviews. Some long-term parents praise the clean facility, caring staff, engaging activities, and flexible management. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, unresponsive communication, confusing fee structures, and inappropriate discipline practices.

clean and safe facilitycaring and great employeesflexible ownerengaging summer field trips and activities

Daycare Centers in Pocatello, Idaho

There are 16 daycare centers in Pocatello, Idaho. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Pocatello, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 16 all daycares in Pocatello, Idaho. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Pocatello, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Idaho's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Idaho)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Pocatello offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Idaho typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Pocatello for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pocatello must be licensed by Idaho's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

16 Daycare Centers in Pocatello, Idaho

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pocatello

Top Rated

Tender Loving Care Child Care

The Growing Place

Holy Spirit Childcare

Karis Korner LLC

Sweet Pea Academy LLC

Treehouse Preschool & Daycare LLC

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