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Bright Beginnings Academy, MV

Merrillville, IN · Lake County
216 East 90th Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Quick Facts

Capacity
157 children
Age Range
Infant-Twelve
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
4

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Contact Information

📞 (219) 246-9285
216 East 90th Drive
Merrillville, IN 46410
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Issued
Apr 1, 2025
Active Through
Mar 31, 2028
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Accreditation
National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care

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About the Provider

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Bright Beginnings Academy, MV is a Licensed Center in Merrillville IN, with a maximum capacity of 157 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant-Twelve. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Type/Date Action needed to correct issue Date Resolved
Licensing
2026-01-29
Due to leaking hot water heater which has been replaced, there is mold under the kitchen cabinet. 2026-02-09
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99
Building maintenance
Licensing
2025-01-27
In the 3's room, there is not a toilet paper dispenser in the first stall. 2025-02-03
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113
Bathrooms
Licensing
2024-11-19
Child was fed a one ounce muffin that contained the child's allergen. 2024-11-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c)
For children requiring a special diet due to medical reasons or allergic reactions, the center shall provide meals and snacks in accordance with the childs needs and the written instructions of the childs physician
Licensing
2024-02-29
Caregiver grabbed child by his/her arm aggressively to move child from cot to chair at table. 2024-03-07
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55
Inappropriate discipline
Licensing
2024-01-29
By the backdoor of the Prek room, a piece of floor tile is missing. 2024-02-05
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-404
Cleanability of floors and wall junctures; coved, and closed or sealed
Licensing
2023-01-19
The following minimums shall be provided to each group to children two (2) years of age and older: An art easel with paint and paper 2023-01-20
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63(c)(2)
At the time of visit, there was no paint accessible to children in the 2's classroom.
Licensing
2023-01-19
The center must store diapers off the floor, protected from contamination, and inaccessible to children 2023-01-24
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94(c)
In the 2's room and the infant room, diapers were stored under the cabinet behind an unlocked door; therefore they are accessible to children.
Licensing
2023-01-19
During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually 2023-01-20
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b)
Caregiver H.T. did not have evidence of an annual child abuse and neglect detection training on file.
Licensing
2023-01-19
Water Supply and Plumbing 2023-01-24
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-114
At the time of visit, the water from the infant room sink was 62 degrees. The water at the handwashing sink in the kitchen was 61 degrees. Water temp must be between 100 and 120 degrees.
Licensing
2022-03-01
Bathrooms 2022-03-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113
There is no toliet paper in the first stall in the 3's-5's bathroom.
Licensing
2022-03-01
Indoor furnishings 2022-03-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111
The backings of the white storage shelves in the 3's-5's room is loose and coming apart, causing a potential hazard to the children.
Licensing
2022-03-01
Electrical safety 2022-03-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-101
There are two outlets uncovered in the two's classroom.
Licensing
2021-03-01
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items 2021-03-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100
Hand Santizer was in the teacher drawer in the one's classroom.
Licensing
2021-03-01
The center must seal all hand washing sinks to the wall 2021-03-31
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(l)
The children's sink in the 1's classroom is not properly sealed.
Licensing
2021-03-01
All items in the restroom must be sanitizable 2021-03-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n)
Paper towels are on the floor behind the toilet in the 2's classroom.

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