Quality Kids Learning Center
709 E 8th Ave, Post Falls, ID
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Journey to Learning
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About Journey to Learning
Journey to Learning is a licensed child care center in Post Falls, Idaho. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare made 33 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Journey to Learning
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Large Child Care Center (26 or more children)
- License number
- #20689
Summary
33 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 33 visits · 24 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Food and nutrition 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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- Jun 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 26 earlier visits
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Health & Safety Concerns
“There were concerns that the illness policy at this facility was not being followed. During the investigation is was confirmed that families had not been informed about an RSV outbreak, children with fevers were not being sent home, and staff was being directed to work while sick. Resolution: Due to numerous substantiated incidents and lack of ability to remain in compliance, this provider's Daycare License was Summarily Suspended.”
Jan 17, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
4. Staff/Children Excluded When Ill
“At time of investigation, the provider is not following the illness policy that is in place.”
- Dec 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Supervision Concerns
“There were concerns that the facility is frequently over child/staff ratios and that the facility was not up to health & safety standards. During the investigation, the inspector confirmed that this facility was significantly out of child/staff ratios. The cleanliness of the facility was noted to be relatively clean and did not pose any concern to the inspector. Resolution: A staff member arrived on scene to put the facility back into ratio compliance. The Department issued a Notice of Concern Letter in regard to the supervision concerns that were substantiated. The health department performed a follow-up investigation and no new violations noted.”
- Nov 18, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Nov 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, a shelf in the dining area needs to be anchored to the wall. Cupboards need to be locked to ensure plastic bags are not accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, provider is not current on immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
12. Food Storage/Cross Contamination
“At time of inspection, an open apple juice was stored in the snack cupboard. The apple juice should be stored in the refrigerator upon opening. Provider corrected on-site and placed it in the garbage.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 6, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, there is a broken electrical outlet plate cover in the front classroom, a cord hanging from the ceiling and within reach of children, an a baby gate pulling away from the wall with screws exposed.”
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of inspection, the outdoor play area has excessive weeds growing through the fence, sharp parts on the bottom of the chain link fence, a loose hanging gutter, and uneven playground surface.”
Jul 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, there is a broken electrical outlet plate cover in the front classroom, a cord hanging from the ceiling and within reach of children, an a baby gate pulling away from the wall with screws exposed.”
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of inspection, the outdoor play area has excessive weeds growing through the fence, sharp parts on the bottom of the chain link fence, a loose hanging gutter, and uneven playground surface.”
- Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Mar 20, 2024Follow-up visit1 rule cited
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, the issue of immunization records not being current has not been resolved.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
Mar 20, 2024Follow-up visit1 rule cited
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, the issue of immunization records not being current has not been resolved.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
16. Medicines/Hazardous Substances
“At time of inspection, medicine was accessible to children in the refrigerator. Provider corrected on-site and is ordering a lock box.”
Corrected during the visit
13. Food Contact Surfaces/Sanitizing
“At time of inspection, there was no sanitizer.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of inspection, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, immunization records are not current.”
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of inspection, supervision requirements were temporarily not met.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
21. Diaper Changing Facilities
“At time of inspection, diapering area is not adequately equipped.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of inspection, the outside are has sharp parts of a chain link fence, the turf is pulling up which causes a tripping hazard and there are tires with standing water.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, cords are within reach in toddler/waddler room, a broken electrical outlet plate cover was in toddler/waddler dining area, a broken cupboard was in toddler/waddler dining area, an unlabeled spray bottle was in infant room, and a baby gate was pulling from the wall with screws exposed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
20. Handwashing Facilities
“At time of inspection, handwashing sinks are needed in diapering areas and sink in kitchen can not be used.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
17. Garbage Covered/Removed
“At time of inspection, trash cans were uncovered and accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
Mar 11, 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 Mar 20, 2024
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, supervision requirements are not met due to over-ratio.”
4. Staff/Children Excluded When Ill
“At time of investigation, the illness policy was not on-site but was discussed with the provider. The policy as described is inadequate.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
Mar 1, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of lack of supervision. During an investigation, the provider was found out of compliance for child-staff ratios and there was no illness policy on-site. Resolution: Child-staff ratios were corrected on site.”
Supervision Concerns and Health and Safety Concerns
“There were concerns with supervision and adequate illness policy. During the investigation, there was a lack of supervision due to the facility being out of compliance for child-staff ratios. Additionally there was no illness policy in place and policy as described was inadequate. Resolution: Provider was informed that child-staff ratios must be maintained at all times during hours of operation. At follow up, Provider met child/staff ratios and had implemented an illness policy for staff and children.”
Mar 1, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of lack of supervision. During an investigation, the provider was found out of compliance for child-staff ratios and there was no illness policy on-site. Resolution: Child-staff ratios were corrected on site.”
Supervision Concerns and Health and Safety Concerns
“There were concerns with supervision and adequate illness policy. During the investigation, there was a lack of supervision due to the facility being out of compliance for child-staff ratios. Additionally there was no illness policy in place and policy as described was inadequate. Resolution: Provider was informed that child-staff ratios must be maintained at all times during hours of operation. At follow up, Provider met child/staff ratios and had implemented an illness policy for staff and children.”
- Oct 4, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Sep 29, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, provider has staff members without background checks.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2023
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, child staff ratios were not in compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2023
- Apr 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Journey to Learning
Is Journey to Learning licensed?
Yes. Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Journey to Learning last inspected?
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists the most recent visit on June 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 33 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Journey to Learning had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 12 of 33 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Journey to Learning's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Journey to Learning cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (208) 773-2525 to ask.
What is Journey to Learning's phone number?
(208) 773-2525.
Where is Journey to Learning?
1710 E Seltice Way, Post Falls, ID 83854. The nearest other daycare we list is Infant Toddlers & More, 0.1 miles away.