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3436 8th St, Lewiston, ID
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Little Explorers
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About Little Explorers
Little Explorers is a licensed child care center in Lewiston, 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 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
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
Little Explorers has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Explorers
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Large Child Care Center (26 or more children)
- License number
- #20196
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 21, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 9 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
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
- Nov 21, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Nov 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 Nov 21, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Follow-up visit1 rule cited
29. General Safety
“At time of investigation, provider confirmed that a child was bitten by the dog at the facility.”
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
29. General Safety
“At time of investigation, provider confirmed that a child was bitten by the dog at the facility.”
Apr 1, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Health & Safety Concerns
“There were reports that a child had been bitten at this facility while attending daycare there. During the investigation, it was confirmed that the child was bitten by the daycare owner's dog. Resolution: Parents were informed of the incident and the provider agreed to have the dog off-site during daycare hours.”
- Nov 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 8, 2024Follow-up visit1 rule cited
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, it was verified that a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time.”
Aug 8, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of investigation, it was verified that a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time.”
Aug 7, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of a child being left alone outside. An investigation confirmed a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time. Resolution: The provider has implemented a new policies to account for children during outside activities.”
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of a child being left alone outside. During the investigation, it was confirmed a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time. Resolution: The provider has implemented a new policies to account for children during outside activities.Provider has also reached out to IdahoStars for support with developing new procedures.”
Aug 7, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of a child being left alone outside. An investigation confirmed a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time. Resolution: The provider has implemented a new policies to account for children during outside activities.”
Supervision Concern
“There was a concern of a child being left alone outside. During the investigation, it was confirmed a child was left outside alone when coming in from play time. Resolution: The provider has implemented a new policies to account for children during outside activities.Provider has also reached out to IdahoStars for support with developing new procedures.”
Show 11 earlier visits
- May 28, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
May 9, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
29. General Safety
“At time of inspection, two spray bottles did not have labels. Provider corrected on-site and labeled the bottles.”
Corrected during the visit
21. Diaper Changing Facilities
“At time of inspection, the diaper changing mat was ripped.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
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 28, 2024
- May 31, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
May 19, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
1. Provider Age/Supervision
“At time of inspection, one staff member has not completed their CPR/FA training. Provider corrected on-site and moved staff around so staff member had a work partner.”
Corrected during the visit
11. Food Temperatures/Thermometers
“At time of inspection, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2023
27. Outdoor Play Areas
“At time of inspection, a large green tank and machine components were accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2023
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, 3 immunization records are not current.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2023
May 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
“At time of inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation Plan is not in place.”
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, immunization records are not current.”
8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
“At time of follow up inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation plan was in place.”
Corrected during the visit
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current.”
Corrected during the visit
May 12, 2022Follow-up visit4 rules cited
8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
“At time of inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation Plan is not in place.”
5. Immunization Records
“At time of inspection, immunization records are not current.”
8. Fire Safety Evacuation Plan, Postings
“At time of follow up inspection, the Fire Safety Evacuation plan was in place.”
Corrected during the visit
5. Immunization Records
“At time of follow up inspection, immunization records are current.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 16, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, the child-staff ratio did not meet standards. Provider corrected on-site when another staff member arrived.”
Corrected during the visit
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, the child-staff ratio did not meet standards. A staff member arrived during the inspection and compliance was met.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 16, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, the child-staff ratio did not meet standards. Provider corrected on-site when another staff member arrived.”
Corrected during the visit
3. Child-Staff Ratio
“At time of investigation, the child-staff ratio did not meet standards. A staff member arrived during the inspection and compliance was met.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 11, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
22-00068 Child-Staff Ratios
“Concerns were reported regarding supervision of the children. During the investigation, there were 19 children on-site with only two providers. Resolution: A staff member arrived during the investigation putting the facility's child-staff ratio in compliance.”
- Jul 21, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- May 25, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Explorers
Is Little Explorers licensed?
Yes. Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Explorers last inspected?
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare lists the most recent visit on November 21, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Explorers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 9 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Little Explorers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Explorers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (208) 848-6767 to ask.
What is Little Explorers' phone number?
(208) 848-6767.
Where is Little Explorers?
514 Bryden Ave, Lewiston, ID 83501. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiny Toes Play & Learn Center, 0.3 miles away.