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International Falls Head Start

South International Falls, MN · Koochiching County
2232 2nd Ave E, South International Falls, MN 56679
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Quick Facts

Capacity
8 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (218) 283-9491
2232 2nd Ave E
South International Falls, MN 56679
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
801136
License Holder
Kootasca Community Action Inc.
Licensed Since
1974
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Koochiching County Community Services

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About the Provider

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KOOTASCA is a non profit human service agency serving Itasca and Koochiching counties in Northern Minnesota. We serve low-income people providing ways for families to get connected to the community with a plan to get out of poverty. Our mission is “Building Community to End Poverty”. Our services include:
Housing Programs - crisis housing, rehabilitation, energy assistance, home ownership workshops, down payment & financial counseling, closing cost assistance.

Head Start - and early Head Start, project read early literacy, family services & involvement, health services. Check out our report to the public.
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Crisis Services - family support program in our community designed to provide emergency or short-term care for children 0-12 years while families address crisis situations and includes Crisis Housing.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Report Date Report Type Report Status
2025-10-29 Licensing Review In Compliance
2024-09-17 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Violation Description: Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2023-10-10 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2022-12-07 Licensing Review - See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4. - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and Minnesota Rule, part 9503.0120, item B. - Staff Qualifications
Violation Description: Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved
2020-11-12 Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review In Compliance
2019-11-27 Correction Order
2019-07-25 Correction Order

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