Shooting Star Childcare
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $70
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About Shooting Star Childcare
Shooting Star Childcare is a licensed child care center in Elkhart, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and full-time care. It lists weekly tuition from $70 to $320.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infant to school-aged children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infant to school-aged children |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care and summer camp |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Discounts | 10% multi-child discount off oldest child when enrolled full time |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shooting Star Childcare lists weekly tuition from $70 to $320. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Polk County has a median price of $177 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 Years Old, 2 Days | $170 |
| 2 Years Old, 3 Days | $240 |
| 2 Years Old, 4 Days | $265 |
| 2 Years Old, 5 Days | $290 |
| 3 Years Old, 2 Days | $160 |
| 3 Years Old, 3 Days | $230 |
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| 3 Years Old, 4 Days | $255 |
| 3 Years Old, 5 Days | $280 |
| 4 Years Old, 2 Days | $150 |
| 4 Years Old, 3 Days | $210 |
| 4 Years Old, 4 Days | $235 |
| 4 Years Old, 5 Days | $260 |
| After School Only | $120 |
| Before and After School Only, 2 Days | $105 |
| Before and After School Only, 3 Days | $130 |
| Before and After School Only, 4 Days | $155 |
| Before and After School Only, 5 Days | $180 |
| Before School Only | $70 |
| Under 2 Years Old, 2 Days | $200 |
| Under 2 Years Old, 3 Days | $270 |
| Under 2 Years Old, 4 Days | $295 |
| Under 2 Years Old, 5 Days | $320 |
| Daily Drop-In Rate | $110 a day |
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School age
State record
Inspection reports for Shooting Star Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #52155
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 30, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 17 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 1
For comparison: 88% of Iowa daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.
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 30, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
109.7(1)
“All staff (within first three months of employment): • Iowa’s training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse. • At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions. • Certification in First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Minimum health and safety trainings, (Essentials) approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.”
109.9(2)d
“All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.”
109.9(2)i
“Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.”
Aug 3, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
109.7(1)
“All staff (within first three months of employment): • Iowa’s training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse. • At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions. • Certification in First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Minimum health and safety trainings, (Essentials) approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.9(1)a
“All files contain: 1. Copy of a department criminal history record check form or any other permission form approved by Department of Public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history record check 2. Copy of a request for child abuse information form, when applicable. 3. Copies of results of Iowa record checks conducted through the SING for review by the department upon request. 4. Copies of national criminal history check results. 5. Any department issued documents sent to the center related to a record check, regardless of findings.”
109.9(1)b
“All files contain a pre-employment physical exam report completed within six months prior to hire and at least every three years. Physical exams shall be documented on form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report.”
109.9(2)d
“All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.”
109.9(2)i
“Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.”
- Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
109.11(3)d
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
109.11(3)a
“Center shall ensure that: 1. Facility and premises are sanitary, safe, and hazard free. 2. Adequate indoor and outdoor space is provided. The outdoor area shall include safe play equipment and area of shade. 3. Sufficient space provided for dining. 4. Sufficient lighting shall be provided. 5. Sufficient ventilation. 6. Sufficient heating. 7. sufficient cooling. 8. Sufficient bathroom and diapering facilities. 9. Equipment, including kitchen appliances, are maintained so as not to result in burns, shock, or injury to children. 10. Sanitation and safety procedures for the center are developed and implemented to reduce risk or injury or harm to children and reduce transmission of disease.”
109.9(2)b
“All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.”
109.9(2)
“All files are updated at least annually and when a change occurs.”
109.9(1)b
“All files contain: 1. A signed copy of DHS criminal history record check or any other permission form approved by the Department of public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history check. 2. A copy of Request for Child Abuse Information. 3. Copies of the results of Iowa records checks conducted. 4. Copies of national criminal history check results. 5. Any Department-issued documents sent to the center related to records check.”
- Feb 18, 2025Complaint investigationNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
109.11(3)d
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
109.11(7)b
“Centers at ground level that use basement area as program space, or have a basement beneath program space: Testing and plan for remedy of radon is conducted.”
109.10(1)a
Oct 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
109.9(2)b
“All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.”
109.9(1)e
“All files contain documentation to indicate that ongoing staff training requirements are met, including current certifications in first aid/CPR and mandatory child abuse training.”
109.9(1)a
“All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.”
- Sep 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Is Shooting Star Childcare licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Shooting Star Childcare last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on June 30, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shooting Star Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 88% of Iowa daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. 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 Shooting Star Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shooting Star Childcare cost?
Weekly tuition from $70 to $320, as it lists it.
What is Shooting Star Childcare's phone number?
(515) 367-0027.
Where is Shooting Star Childcare?
Elkhart, IA.