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Michelle Starks

Fort Wayne, IN 46803 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
12
open each week
5 days
Call (260) 702-2100

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About Michelle Starks

Michelle Starks is a licensed home daycare in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Home daycare
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
12 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity12 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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Michelle Starks has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Michelle Starks

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Home
Capacity
12 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#02-26588
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 22, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Background checks 2
  • Safe sleep 1

For comparison: 70% of Indiana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.

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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  1. Jul 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39

      “Two out of four staff/household member has a expired (fingerprint)obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025

    • Background checksHealth and safety risk

      470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age

      “Two out of four staff/household member has a expired (consent) nnual Child Protective Services and Sex Offender Registry for employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025

  4. Jun 6, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(3) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Procedures for preventing, detecting, and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect

      “Staff file review of 4, two staff with no current documentation of training in child abuse and neglect.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(2) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Confidential treatment of personal information about children in care and their families

      “Staff file review of 4 staff with no current documentation of the required 12 hours annual training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Safe sleepHealth and safety risk

      IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices.

      “Staff file review of 4, two staff with no current documentation of safe sleep training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-1.1-46(u) The licensee shall notify the local fire department at the time of application or relicensure of the licensed capacity and the hours of operation of the home

      “No documentation of notification of the local fire department.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation

      “Reviewed 13 children's file and 5 did not have documentaion of a birth certification.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities

      “Reviewed 13 children's file and 9 did not have documentaion of a signed physical by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers

      “Staff file review of 4 staff with no current documentation of annual training in universal precautions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

Copied from Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Nov 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Michelle Starks

Is Michelle Starks licensed?

Yes. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Michelle Starks last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on July 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Michelle Starks had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 9 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 70% of Indiana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Michelle Starks care for?

12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Michelle Starks accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Michelle Starks' hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Michelle Starks cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (260) 702-2100 to ask.

What is Michelle Starks' phone number?

(260) 702-2100.

Where is Michelle Starks?

Fort Wayne, IN 46803. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

Sources: Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (license and visits).