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Baby Bee Daycare
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About Baby Bee Daycare
Baby Bee Daycare is a licensed child care center in American Falls, Idaho. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Closed today
- Capacity
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Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Baby Bee Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Large Child Care Center (26 or more children)
- License number
- #20228
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 15 visits · 17 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
For comparison: 59% of Idaho daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 21 visits
- Mar 3, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
“At time of inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan are not up to date and drills need practiced.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
- Apr 28, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2025Follow-up visit1 rule cited
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of follow up investigation, the issue of a staff member not having CPR/1st Aid has not been resolved.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
Apr 10, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of inspection, 1 CPR/First Aid record is not current.”
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, children were unsupervised and not in direct sight or sound of the provider.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Supervision Concerns
“There were concerns this facility had workers on site without proper clearances and were over child/staff ratios. During the investigation, it was found that there was a staff member without CPR and 1st Aid certifications. Additionally, there was no supervision plan in place which left children unsupervised and the number of children onsite was unknown. Resolution: The staff member without CPR/1st Aid will not work until they receive their certifications. Staff members will be rotated during outside play to monitor bathroom breaks and ensure supervision at all times.”
Mar 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
16. Medicines/Hazardous Substances
“At time of inspection, a closet with paint and tools was accessible to children. Provider corrected on-site and locked the closet.”
Corrected during the visit
20. Handwashing Facilities
“At time of inspection, there were no paper towels at the handwashing facilities in the kitchen bathroom. Provider corrected on-site and added paper towels.”
Corrected during the visit
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of inspection, the refrigerator temperature did not meet standards. Provider corrected on-site and turned refrigerator down.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 20, 2025Follow-up visit2 rules cited
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of investigation, the refrigerator temperature was too high. Provider corrected on-site and turned refrigerator down.”
Corrected during the visit
12. Food Storage/Cross Contamination
“At time of investigation, a reddish-brown rust substance was in the bottom of the storage room refrigerator. There was no thermometer in the refrigerator and the temperature was too high.”
Feb 20, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of investigation, the refrigerator temperature was too high. Provider corrected on-site and turned refrigerator down.”
Corrected during the visit
12. Food Storage/Cross Contamination
“At time of investigation, a reddish-brown rust substance was in the bottom of the storage room refrigerator. There was no thermometer in the refrigerator and the temperature was too high.”
Feb 19, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Health and Safety Concerns
“There were health and safety concerns for children. During an investigation, rust was found in the fridge and the thermometers were not working correctly. Additionally, two (2) swings were found in the baby room. Resolution: The director was educated about health and safety concerns regarding the conditions of the fridge and safe sleep for infants and toddlers.The facility obtained new thermometers and cleaned the rust from the fridge. Additionally, provider removed the baby swings form the infant room to ensure safe sleep was being followed.”
Show 11 earlier visits
- Jul 2, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
May 23, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, child staff ratios were not in compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, supervision practices did not meet standards which have caused several biting incidents to occur. Additionally, provider has staff that is not current on background checks.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of investigation, CPR/First Aid records are not current.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Apr 24, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Supervision Concern
“There were concerns regarding supervision. During an investigation, it was determined that the provider was out of compliance with child/staff ratios, background check, and pediatric CPR/FA compliance. Additionally, it was confirmed that a child was bit. Resolution: The provider has implemented additional supervision protocols and was found to be in compliance with supervision requirements during a follow up investigation.”
- Mar 13, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Feb 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
“At time of inspection, the fire extinguisher needs checked and did not meet standards.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
“At time of inspection, the Disaster and Emergency Plan have not been reviewed every 6 months.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
- May 8, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of inspection, the refrigerator temperature did not meet standards.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, four immunization records are not current.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of inspection, CPR/First Aid records are not current for two staff members.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
26. Heat, Light & Ventilation
“At time of inspection, a screen was ripped on an upstairs window and downstairs windows were open with no screens.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
17. Garbage Covered/Removed
“At time of inspection, three trash cans were uncovered and accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
Mar 14, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
“At time of follow up inspection, the fire extinguishers had been checked and tagged.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
“At time of follow up inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan have been practiced and reviewed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current.”
Corrected during the visit
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of follow up inspection, CPR/First Aid records are current.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2022
29. General Safety
“At time of follow up inspection, provider had a new cabinet which was secured to the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
18. Plumbing/Sewage Disposal
“At time of follow up inspection, the provider advised that a plumber affirmed the toilet is working.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
Feb 14, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
18. Plumbing/Sewage Disposal
“At time of inspection, the downstairs toilet was plugged up.”
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, a tall cabinet in the kitchen needs secured to the wall.”
2. Pediatric Rescue Breathing CPR/1st Aid
“At time of inspection, CPR/First Aid records are not current.”
6. Disaster and Emergency Plan and Communication
“At time of inspection, the Disaster and Emergency plan have not been reviewed or practiced in the past year.”
7. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Exits
“At time of inspection, the fire extinguishers did not meet standards.”
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of inspection, there was no thermometer in the fridge. Provider corrected on-site and put a thermometer in the fridge.”
Corrected during the visit
16. Medicines/Hazardous Substances
“At time of inspection, the laundry closet had soap accessible to children and there was toilet bowl cleaner accessible downstairs. Provider corrected on-site and moved both items.”
Corrected during the visit
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, immunization records are not current.”
Mar 30, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current.”
Corrected during the visit
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of follow up inspection, the fence is fixed.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 29, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
12. Food Storage/Cross Contamination
“At time of inspection, food storage did not meet standards. Provider corrected on-site.”
Corrected during the visit
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of inspection, the fence is missing 1/2 slat; and 1 slat is loose.”
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, immunization records are not current.”
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, a storage room is unlocked. Provider corrected on-site.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Baby Bee Daycare
Is Baby Bee Daycare licensed?
Yes. Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Baby Bee Daycare last inspected?
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Baby Bee Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 11 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 59% of Idaho daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are Baby Bee Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Baby Bee Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (208) 221-2005 to ask.
What is Baby Bee Daycare's phone number?
(208) 221-2005.
Where is Baby Bee Daycare?
60 Hillcrest Ave, American Falls, ID 83211. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Johns Preschool, 0.9 miles away.