Michelle L Portwood Daycare Home

LANSING, KSFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.0based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$952/mo

Contact information

Address422 N DeSoto Rd, Lansing, KS, 66043

CityLANSING, KS 66043

CountyLeavenworth

Phone913-547-1286

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateMay 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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422 N DeSoto Rd, Lansing, KS, 66043, LANSING, KS 66043

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/18/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/18/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (d) The health status form each tuberculosis test shall be recorded on forms provided by the department and shall be kept in each individual's record at the facility.

    One resident did not have negative TB test on file. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003316)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk6/18/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-115a Supervision. (a) (1) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall develop a supervision plan for children in care that includes all age ranges of children for whom care will be provided. A copy of the plan shall be available for review by the parents or legal guardians of children in care and by the department. The plan shall include the following:

    Written supervision plan has not been developed. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003316)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk6/18/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (1) Each applicant and each applicant with a temporary permit shall complete the training not later than 30 calendar days after submitting an application for a license.

    Provider did not have Foundations Modules completion certificate on file. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003316)

    Not corrected
  4. High risk6/18/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (a) (2) Each applicant, each applicant with a temporary permit, and each licensee shall provide orientation to each provider about the policies and practices of the facility, including duties and responsibilities for the care and supervision of children enrolled. Each provider shall complete the orientation before the provider is given sole responsibility for the care and supervision of children. The orientation shall include the following:

    Provider did not have KDHE orientation certificate on file. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-003316)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (a) (6) (B) A tornado drill shall be conducted monthly. A record of the date and time of each tornado drill and a record of each evacuation time shall be kept on file on the premises for one year.

    There is no record of tornado drills for April - August 2024. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-128 Safety and emergency procedures. (c) Each applicant with a temporary permit and each licensee shall maintain first-aid supplies in a first-aid kit, carrying case, box, or other container. The first-aid supplies shall include the following:

    Provider's first aid kit lacks an elastic bandage, roll of gauze, and a bottle of water. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 4) has a working smoke detector on each level of the facility;

    Two of the smoke detectors are beeping and in need of a new battery. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-115 Facility. (c) ( 8) has each electrical outlet covered or inaccessible to prevent easy access by a child when the outlet is not in use;

    There are no children in care, but there are 6 outlets that are uncovered. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (G) emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event, including violence at a facility;

    Provider lacks training for emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (F) building and premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that could cause bodily injury, including electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic;

    Provider lacks the training for building and premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (H) handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of biocontaminants, including blood and other bodily fluids or waste;

    Provider lacks training for handling and storage of hazardous materials. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (I) precautions when transporting children, if transportation is provided; and

    Provider lacks training on precautions when transporting children. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (d) (2) In each licensure year, each provider shall complete 16 clock-hours of professional development training. Four of the 16 clock-hours shall include the subject areas specified in paragraphs (b)(3)(A), (b)(3)(C) through (J), or subsection (c).

    Provider lacks 12 annual professional development training hours for the 2023 - 2024 licensure year. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (E) prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions;

    Provider lacks training for the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (b) (3) (D) recognizing when a child is ill and prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations;

    Provider lacks training for recognizing and when a child is ill and prevention and control of infectious diseases. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-114a Initial and ongoing professional development training. (e) Documentation of all orientation, training, and certifications for each individual shall be kept in that individual's file in the facility.

    Provider lacks documentation of administering medication training. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 25-000208)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

16Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$952/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 Kansas run about $724/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Kansas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: LANSING, Leavenworth County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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