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450 Daycare Centers in Idaho

Browse 450 daycare centers across Idaho. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Idaho

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Idaho can make the decision-making process smoother.

Idaho has about 450 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Idaho. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Idaho

There are 450 daycares in Idaho: 9 headstart facilities, 30 before/after school centers, 21 religious facility daycares, and 390 childcare and preschool centers.

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D4 Enterprises LLC - Trinity Treasures
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4601 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 343-3486
Hillside Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Hillside Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the caring staff, structured curriculum, and individualized attention to children's needs. Owner Barbara and teachers are frequently noted as loving and attentive. One reviewer raised serious security concerns about unsupervised access to children during a facility tour.

caring and attentive staffwell-planned structured curriculumindividualized attention to each child
Address
3900 Hill Rd, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 343-8919
Overland Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Overland Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the Montessori curriculum, strong academic results, and dedicated staff led by Director Shannon Higginbotham. Children reportedly advance significantly in reading, writing, and math while developing a love of learning and strong emotional/social skills. One negative review mentioned a staff member's behavior.

Montessori approachstrong academic results (early readingadvanced grade levels)
Address
1461 S Weideman Ave, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 322-9092
Little Folks INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Folks Inc receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for educational opportunities, field trips, and special programs. One negative review cited poor phone service and slow response times.

Caring and warm staffengaging activitieswell-managed despite occasional chaos
Address
1165 W Ironwood Dr, Coeur D Alene, ID
Phone
(208) 664-5885
Discovery Christian Dayschool INC
Church Daycare
4.4

Discovery Christian Dayschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, welcoming staff and strong communication through the ProCare app. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication, patience, and ability to make children feel comfortable, with particular appreciation for their inclusive approach to children with special needs. The facility is described as providing a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally and spiritually.

Caring and welcoming staffexcellent communication with parents via ProCare appexperienced teachers
Address
108 E Indiana Ave, Coeur D Alene, ID
Phone
(208) 664-0848
Eagles Creative Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Eagles Creative Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged staff and owner Heather's involvement. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, strong teacher-student relationships, and a safe, welcoming environment. The facility is noted for low staff turnover and strong communication with families.

Experiencedcaring staff with low turnoverOwner Heather is involved and communicative
Address
1275 E State St, Eagle, ID
Phone
(208) 938-8143
Choo Choos Child Care & Learning Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1414 Cambridge Dr, Idaho Falls, ID
Phone
(208) 243-3639
Discovery Zone Childrens Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Discovery Zone Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being caring, knowledgeable, and professional. Parents highlight the clean and secure facility, excellent communication, and strong developmental support for children. One negative review mentioned behavioral concerns with older children during an off-site visit, though staff intervention was noted.

Kind and skilled staffexcellent communication with familiesclean and secure facility
Address
2739 W Seltice Way, Post Falls, ID
Phone
(208) 777-7706
Immanuel Lutheran Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.4

Most parents praise Immanuel Lutheran as a high-quality facility with caring, well-trained staff and a clean, fun environment where children learn and feel comfortable. However, recent reviews indicate some concerns about staff turnover, communication issues, and changes in operating hours. One parent reported significant dissatisfaction with curriculum implementation and management responsiveness.

Clean facilitycaring and patient teacherschild learning and development
Address
2055 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID
Phone
(208) 734-3420
New Horizon Child Care - West Ustick
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise New Horizon Child Care - West Ustick for its attentive and caring staff, clean facilities, and enrichment activities. Children reportedly thrive and enjoy attending, with parents appreciating the communication, security measures, and included meals. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilitiesbuilding security
Address
11978 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 323-8900
Kims Kare A Lot Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kim's Kare-A-Lot for its caring staff, developmental programs, and personalized attention. The facility has grown from a home-based daycare to a center in Boise with a 5-star Idaho Stars rating, offering preschool, school transportation, and speech therapy support. Multiple reviewers highlight Kim's direct involvement and the staff's responsiveness to parent needs.

Caring and responsive staffowner Kim actively involved in childcaredevelopmental and age-appropriate programs
Address
8083 W Fairview Ave, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 407-4113
Little Scholars Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Scholars Academy LLC receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff who genuinely bond with children, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a nurturing environment that supports learning and development. Multiple families report their children are happy, well-prepared for school transitions, and feel confident leaving them in the center's care.

Caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdetailed daily communication and photo updates
Address
350 E Pennsylvania St, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 344-7050
Hope Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews for HOPE PRESCHOOL are mixed and appear to contain feedback from multiple unrelated entities. Most reviews praise the church atmosphere, teaching, and community feel, but two negative reviews cite serious concerns including alleged trauma from attending the school and poor customer service from staff.

Kind and loving stafffamily-like atmospheresolid teaching
Address
8650 W Fairview Ave, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 376-7272
Mothers Choice LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Mother's Choice for its caring, family-like environment and dedicated staff, particularly noting the owner's hands-on involvement. Children show strong academic progress and development while enjoying daily outdoor activities and creative projects. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this smaller, personalized facility.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityaffordable pricing
Address
1604 Penninger Dr, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 375-4640
Stepping Stones Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2317 Wisconsin Ave, Caldwell, ID
Phone
(208) 454-6577
Wonder Years Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Wonder Years Early Learning Center in Caldwell receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care for children of various ages including those with special needs. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including neglectful care, unresponsive staff, and lost belongings.

welcoming and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentgood communication with parents
Address
1502 Main St, Caldwell, ID
Phone
(208) 455-9876
Sunshine And Rainbows
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
660 Highway 30, Filer, ID
Phone
(208) 326-5302
Cornerstone Christian Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.3

Cornerstone Christian Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, structured curriculum, and family-like atmosphere. Most reviewers highlight their children's learning progress and enthusiasm for attending. Two negative reviews cite concerns about staff professionalism and the director's management style.

caring and dedicated staffstructured and tailored curriculumchildren excited to attend
Address
515 West North 2nd St, Grangeville, ID
Phone
(208) 983-0029
Wonder Years Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Wonder Years Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the welcoming staff, safe environment, and quality care for children of various ages. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision, poor hygiene, unresponsive staff, and lost belongings.

welcoming and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentgood communication with parents
Address
1980 W Broadway St, Idaho Falls, ID
Phone
(208) 206-2105
Dianes Early Care & Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Diane's Early Care & Education in Iona, Idaho receives consistently high praise from parents across 10 five-star reviews. Parents emphasize the facility's cleanliness, educational programs, caring staff, and home-like atmosphere that makes children eager to attend. Multiple families report attending for 3+ years and appreciate the strong preschool program, field trips, and sense of community.

Clean and well-organized facilitystrong preschool programcaring and attentive staff
Address
3229 N Main St, Iona, ID
Phone
(208) 552-0255
University Of Idaho Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

University of Idaho Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the teaching staff, learning environment, and professionalism. One dated 1-star review from 2016 criticized previous management, though recent reviewers note significant improvement under new leadership.

Professional and caring teachersexcellent student-to-teacher ratiosstrong childhood development curriculum
Address
421 W Sweet Ave, Moscow, ID
Phone
(208) 885-6414
Stepping Stones Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Stepping Stones Childcare Center in Mountain Home, Idaho receives unanimous praise from parents across all 10 reviews, with consistent recognition of caring staff, strong communication, cleanliness, and educational programming. Parents report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and healthy at the facility, with owner Kylie and her team highly responsive to parent concerns and providing daily updates via app.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility
Address
130 Rattlesnake Ave, Mountain Home, ID
Phone
(208) 599-2488
The Garden Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise The Garden of Learning for providing excellent care, learning, and a welcoming environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the owners' hands-on involvement, caring staff, strong communication, and visible child development. Parents express high satisfaction and trust in the facility's safety, cleanliness, and play-based learning approach.

Caring and attentive staffhands-on owners present dailystrong parent communication via app
Address
970 S Rising Sun Dr, Nampa, ID
Phone
(208) 461-2278
Sweet Pea Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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 programs
Address
954 W Alameda Rd, Pocatello, ID
Phone
(208) 238-3368
Treehouse Preschool & Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
203 Warren Ave, Pocatello, ID
Phone
(208) 417-0537
Imagination Station Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Imagination Station receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the facility, staff professionalism, and quality of care and learning opportunities. However, one parent reported poor customer service from the director during an initial inquiry call.

Clean and well-organized facilityengaged teaching staffquality educational materials and toys
Address
446 Us Highway 95, Weiser, ID
Phone
(208) 549-1734
Bsu Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1830 Beacon St, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 426-4404
Born To Succeed Early Care & Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Born to Succeed Early Care & Education Center receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5. Parents praise the dedicated, educated staff, caring owner Theresia, and strong focus on education alongside child development and well-being. The facility is noted for maintaining long-term staff stability, maintaining high safety standards, and creating a family-like atmosphere where children are engaged and enthusiastic about attending.

Educated and dedicated staff with bachelor's degreesowner genuinely cares about children and staffstrong focus on education not just childcare
Address
4770 N Shamrock St, Boise, ID
Phone
(208) 658-5561
Little Miracles
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Miracles is a church-based daycare in Star, Idaho with an average rating of 4.3/5. Parents praise the friendly staff, caring environment, and Bible-based curriculum. The facility appears modest from outside but offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere inside.

Friendly and welcoming stafflow staff turnoverresponsive director
Address
439 N Star Rd, Star, ID
Phone
(208) 286-0388
Stepping Stones Childrens Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
12228 W Bridger Bay Dr, Star, ID
Phone
(208) 286-9362

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Frequently asked questions

There are 450 all daycares across Idaho. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Idaho are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Idaho's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Idaho, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Idaho sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Idaho vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.