Little Thinkers School of Early Learning # 2
FORT WAYNE, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2811 McCormick Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802
CountyALLEN
Phone260-418-7368
Operating details
Capacity23
License dateAugust 27, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High3
- Medium19
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
Join the waitlist
Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.
Location
Using Address for Location
Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
2811 McCormick Ave, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802, FORT WAYNE, IN 46802
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/17/2025
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium16
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-98(f) — Kitchen staff must wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) while in the kitchen and serving food
During visit kitchen staff and classroom teachers serving and assisting with lunch were not wearing aprons/smocks or hair restraints. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) — Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake
During visit chairs in preschool room were stacked while children were awake. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-78(g)(2) — Centers shall not offer foods that present a choking hazard to children under three (3) years of age, including, but not limited to, the following: Hot dog rounds
During visit two-year-old children were eating corn dogs. Hot dogs are a choking hazard and not appropriate for toddlers. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-100(e) — The center must store cleaning equipment, cleaning agents, aerosol cans, and any other item that states keep out of the reach of children in a place that is inaccessible to children
Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' were accessible as follows: -Preschool room had Desitin in two totes in unlocked cabinet, and Advanced Healing Ointment Skin Protectant in an unlocked cabinet. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Toddler bathroom had a broom and dustpan behind door, a plunger and a toilet brush stored in a stall, diapers open to air and toys on top of cabinet; Preschool bathroom had children's pants laying on diapering table, diapers open to air, and clothing under diapering table. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47012/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-94(c) — The center must store diapers off the floor, protected from contamination, and inaccessible to children
Preschool bathroom had diapers stored open to air under changing table, and bathroom in Infant/Toddler room had diapers open to air stored on top of cabinet. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 41012/17/2025
410 IAC 7-24-146 — Food labels
Previously opened food items that were not labeled with date opened were in refrigerator and freezer in kitchen. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 38/19/2025
3-4.1-13(c) — Daily Food Requirements
Sink is located more than ten (10) feet from changing table in classroom. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4708/19/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-141(i) — Infant/Toddler Sleeping
At time of visit, no riding toys were available in Continuity of Care room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4708/19/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-140(e) — Toddler Feeding
At time of visit, a large television/smart board was located in Continuity of Care room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 38/19/2025
3-4.1-14(b)(1) — Toilet Facilities
Diapering table in Continuity of Care room does not have two (2) feet of sanitizable space surrounding it. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 38/19/2025
3-4.1-14(b)1 — Toilet Facilities
One wall in Continuity of Care room has a cutout for kitchen access. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4708/19/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116(l) — Manual Dishwashing
Electrical cords for cameras are located within reach of children in Continuity of Care room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 38/19/2025
3-4.1-13(c) — Daily Food Requirements
At time of visit, bumbo seats were being stored on shelves under changing table. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4708/19/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-118(a) — Pest Prevention
At time of visit, only one (1) rocking chair was available in Continuity of Care room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 8/20/2025
2024
- High riskStandard 47012/30/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-12(a)(4) — The center shall verbally report immediately to the affected childs parent and to the division any serious occurrences involving any child. These occurrences include, but are not limited to, the following: Alleged abuse or neglect
Program reported to DCS but not to licensing division that an allegation of abuse or neglect had been issued by a parent. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/30/2024 - Medium riskStandard 47011/7/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-100(e) — The center must store cleaning equipment, cleaning agents, aerosol cans, and any other item that states keep out of the reach of children in a place that is inaccessible to children
Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' accessible as follows: 3-5 year old room had Scrubs Medaphere Plus Disinfecting Wipes on a cart and hydrogen peroxide, neosporin, and sunscreen in an unlocked cabinet. Bathroom in 2 year old classroom had Diversey Crew Restroom Floor and Surface non-acid disinfecting cleaner in the cabinet. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/7/2024 - Medium riskStandard 41011/7/2024
410 IAC 7-24-342 — Hand washing facility; water temperature and flow
Temperature at hand washing sink in children's bathroom measured at 145.2 degrees. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/7/2024 - Medium riskStandard 47011/7/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Bathroom had a children's book and paper towels open to air on top of a cabinet. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/7/2024
Showing the 25 most recent of 34 records on file; the full history loads with the interactive view.
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: FORT WAYNE, ALLEN County
- Capacity: 23
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.
Parent Reviews
More daycares in FORT WAYNE, IN
- Joyce Wilson · 4.5★
- Unicorn Daycare II · 4.5★
- meika brown · 4.5★
- Jeannie's Caring Hands Daycare · 4.5★
- Lindley Elementary Preschool · 4.5★
- Peachy's Bright Beginnings · 4.5★
- SaFiya Child Care · 4.5★
- Renee D Lockett · 4.5★