ABC STAR EDUCATION
SOUTH BEND, IN·Licensed HomeLicensed
Contact information
AddressSOUTH BEND, IN, 46617
CountyST. JOSEPH
Phone574-234-2410
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateApril 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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SOUTH BEND, IN, 46617, SOUTH BEND, IN 46617
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/19/2026
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- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk2/19/2026
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
One staff does not have consent on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/2/2026 - High riskStandard 4702/19/2026
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) yea
One staff does not have fingerprints on file. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/24/2026 - Medium-High risk2/19/2026
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.
10 month old sleeping in crib with blanket, pillow, and wash cloth. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/27/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 4702/19/2026
470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) — Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certi
Physical needed for one staff. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/12/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 4702/19/2026
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 b
Universal precautions for two staff needed. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/22/2026
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,319/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Indiana — see daycare costs in Indiana by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Licensed Home
- Years in operation: 0
What parents actually pay
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