Schools & Childcare Access

Complete guide to public school districts and licensed childcare providers serving Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, and Rathdrum.

3
Major Districts
41+
Total Schools
100+
Licensed Providers
K-12
All Grade Levels

Public School Districts

Three major districts serve the Coeur d'Alene area, offering comprehensive K-12 education with excellent facilities and programs.

Schools per District

Source: District Websites | CDA Schools | Post Falls Schools | Lakeland Schools

CDA SD 271

Coeur d'Alene School District

~16 Schools
All K–12 grade levels

Serves the city of Coeur d'Alene with comprehensive educational programs from elementary through high school.

Coeur d'Alene
~8,500 students
High ratings
Athletics & arts
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Post Falls SD 273

Post Falls School District

~15 Schools
Growing district

Rapidly growing district serving Post Falls with modern facilities and innovative educational programs.

Post Falls
~7,000 students
New facilities
Technology focus
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Lakeland SD 272

Lakeland School District

~10 Schools
Hayden & Rathdrum

Community-focused district serving Hayden and Rathdrum with personalized attention and strong parent involvement.

Hayden/Rathdrum
~4,000 students
Community feel
Small class sizes
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Licensed Childcare Providers

State-licensed childcare facilities in each city. View current listings, inspection reports, and contact information.

Coeur d'Alene

Licensed providers in the CDA area with full state inspection reports.

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Post Falls

Growing list of licensed childcare options serving the Post Falls community.

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Hayden

Family-oriented childcare providers in the Hayden Lake area.

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Rathdrum

Small-town childcare providers with personalized attention and care.

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Important Information

State Licensing

All listed providers are licensed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Licensing ensures basic health, safety, and operational standards.

Inspection Reports

Click through to view current inspection reports, capacity information, and contact details for each licensed facility.

Contact Directly

Reach out to providers directly to inquire about availability, rates, and visit their facilities before making a decision.

Plan Ahead

Many quality providers have waiting lists. Start your search early, especially for infant care and popular locations.

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