Brighter Minds Learning Ministry, Inc. - Indianapolis IN Unlicensed Registered Ministry

132 North Linwood Avenue , Indianapolis IN 46201
(317) 690-0338
2 Reviews

About the Provider

Description: Brighter Minds Learning Ministry, Inc. is a Unlicensed Registered Ministry in Indianapolis IN. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Issue Date: Jan 01, 2021
  • District Office: Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-511-1144 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Type/Date Action needed to correct issue Date Resolved
CCDF Inspection
2021-07-19
Type of correction needed: A provider that cares for more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain the same group sizes as specified in the group size requirements; that apply to a child care center under IC 12-17.2-4
CCDF Inspection
2021-07-19
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a)
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
Registration
2021-07-19
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2)
Toilet in the room where children are present not able to flush as caregiver states children have blocked it with something.
Registration
2021-07-19
Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a)
At time of inspection child asleep on the floor.
CCDF Inspection
2021-07-01
Sanitation Standards
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b)
Sanitation Standards
CCDF Inspection
2021-07-01
Cares for not more that sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program.
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5.5(c)
A provider that cares for more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements.
Registration
2021-07-01
Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-416
At time of inspection pests not controlled as there are flies in the four and five year old classroom which is located off the kitchen
Registration
2021-07-01
Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f)
Two cans of fruit cocktail with lid removed stored in kitchen fridge are open and not covered or dated.-Container of chicken wings stored in kitchen fridge is not labeled or dated.-Half of a pineapple on a paper plate with another plate used for cover is not labeled or dated.-Container with cookies stored on kitchen counter is not labeled or dated
Registration
2021-07-01
Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b)
At time of inspection no hot water available at sink located in the two and three year old classroom.
Registration
2021-07-01
Functionality of light bulbs and protective shielding
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-410
Lights in the kitchen are not properly shielded
CCDF Inspection
2020-11-02
2020-12-04
Type of correction needed: Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date).
CCDF Inspection
2020-11-02
Sanitation Standards 2020-11-16
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b)
Sanitation Standards
CCDF Inspection
2020-11-02
Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone. 2020-11-16
Type of correction needed: IAC 3-18-19 Records
Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.
Registration
2020-11-02
The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough 2020-12-04
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2)
At time of inspection 9 children present ages three to four years old with no immunization records available as there are no files on premises.
Registration
2020-11-02
Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests 2020-11-16
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-416
At time of the inspection fruit flies present and flying around the kitchen and area directly outside the kitchen.

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Reviews

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Mykia Payton Jul 29, 2023
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have been attending this facility over 5 years and has not had any major issues. Mrs. Jones is very reliable, trustworthy, very professional and most of all she love the children. She actually teaches the children to make sure they exceeds to higher levels. If your looking for a reliable person that will work with your children and safe place that you don't have to worry about your child(ren). Brighter Minds Learning is the right place to be.

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Darrell Hamilton Jun 06, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Mrs.Jones-Muhammad is a fantastic Teacher & person! Well rounded in education gas a Master Degree in Education. she brings a different way of teaching to where Ever student is individually taught to master beyond the grade level. My son is 3 and can count to a 100 along with his ABC’s with his colors

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