Children, Inc - Columbus IN Licensed Center

715 McClure Rd , Columbus IN 47201
(812) 379-2319

About the Provider

Description: Children, Inc is a Licensed Center in Columbus IN, with a maximum capacity of 289 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant; Toddler; Two-Twelve. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Additional Information: PTQ 4; PTQ 4; PTQ 4; PTQ 4;

Program and Licensing Details

  • Capacity: 289
  • Age Range: Infant; Toddler; Two-Twelve
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)
  • PTQ Level: 4
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Issue Date: 2024-03-19
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2025-03-31
  • 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
Licensing
2023-08-09
Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating hours of the child care center to submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. 2023-08-15
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1)
At time of visit, two staff members present with children have expired fingerprints on file.
Licensing
2023-08-09
Inappropriate discipline 2023-07-26
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55
On 7/25/23, a teacher was in the 1s/2s room with her coteacher. Coteacher was changing diapers after lunchtime to get ready for nap. Teacher asked what children had their diaper changed already so she can start to put them down on their cots. At this time, teacher lifted child up from his wrist, which resulted in a fractured arm.
Licensing
2023-02-01
All items in the restroom must be sanitizable 2023-02-06
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n)
At time of inspection, in room E16 there was a broom and a Swifter stored in the bathroom. In room E20, there were blankets and extra clothes not stored in a closed container.In room D15, there was a dust pan stored in the bathroom.
Licensing
2023-02-01
Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating hours of the child care center to submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. 2023-02-10
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1)
At time of inspection, there were 3 staff members present with children who have expired fingerprints on file (BL, RS, LW).
Licensing
2023-02-01
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items 2023-02-02
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100
At time of inspection, there were items labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" accessible to children:E16-disenfecting wipes on sink in bathroomE21- paint buckets on low shelf
Licensing
2023-02-01
An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit:(1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and(2) the applicant fingerprints;for a national criminal history background check by the FederalBureau of Investigation. 2023-02-10
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d)
At time of inspection, there were 3 staff members present with children who have expired consent forms on file (RS, LW, RS).
Licensing
2023-02-01
The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children 2023-02-01
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f)
At time of inspection, in room E17, there was a drill on a table where children can reach.
Licensing
2022-02-11
Mild soap shall be available, dispensed in a sanitary manner, and within reach of the children at each sink 2022-02-28
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(i)
Room B5 girls bathroom only has 1 soap dispenser for 2 sinks, 1 is required for each sink.
Licensing
2022-02-11
Diapering 2022-02-14
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94
E19-diapers stored open in the bathroom, not sanitary.
Licensing
2022-02-11
The center shall provide space for each childs personal belongings to keep them separate from other childrens belongings 2022-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(d)
B6 childrens belongings were touching in their cubbies.
Licensing
2022-02-11
All items in the restroom must be sanitizable 2022-02-15
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n)
E18 had a plunger and stick broom in the bathroom.E19 had baseball mitts, mop and toys in the bathroom.E20 had a broom/dustpan, baby bottle and art supplies in the bathroom.All items in the bathroom must be sanitizable and bathroom related.
Licensing
2022-02-11
Infant physical care 2022-02-14
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-123
Caregiver did not use a cloth on their shoulder when holding an infant.
Licensing
2022-02-11
An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit:(1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and(2) the applicant fingerprints;for a national criminal history background check by the FederalBureau of Investigation. 2022-02-11
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d)
2 unqualified caregivers (DD-1/7/21, RM-1/29/21) were working with expired consent forms for background checks.Send notification to consultant of consent form submission.
Licensing
2022-02-11
Building maintenance 2022-03-15
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99
E19, E20, C8, B4, and B5 classrooms all have paint peeling on the walls. C7 one toilet has a cracked lid.B5 girls and boys bathrooms have paint peeling. B5 girls bathroom has a faucet that leaks when turned off.
Licensing
2022-02-11
Kitchen and food preparation areas 2022-02-22
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116
Infant room had a package of graham crackers not labeled with the date of opening. E18 had 3 cupcakes in a drawer that were moldy.Kitchen had 3 containers of cereal, a bag of muffins on a cart, 3 bags of apples, and 1 bag of lettuce in the fridge that were not dated with the date of opening.

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