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Friends Early Learning Center
South Bend, IN
· St Joseph County
53061 Nadine Street,
South Bend, IN 46637
Quick Facts
Capacity
150 children
Age Range
Infant-Twelve
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
4
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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
Friends Early Learning Center is a Licensed Center in South Bend IN, with a maximum capacity of 150 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant-Twelve. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
PTQ 4; PTQ 4; PTQ 4; PTQ 4;
Hours of Operation
- Monday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Friday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2025-11-13 |
Preschool room is out of ratio with 12 children ages 3-5 and one caregiver. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, two files were missing annual evaluations | 2025-02-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(5) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: An annual written evaluation of the employees performance |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Younger Twos classroom out of ratio with 6 children and 1 teacher | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Bathrooms throughout the center being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming or stored sanitizable (toys, furniture, cleaning supplies, clothing uncovered, personal items, etc.) | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date first aid training documentation. | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(1) All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Prior to opening a child care center, at least one (1) caregiver shall have current training or the expiration date shall be no later than three (3) years from the training date in the administration of basic first aid and be on duty at all times. Additionally, all infant and toddler staff shall have current training in basic first aid |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Drinking fountain in Preschool hallway dislodged from wall and stream is overshooting to floor. Drinking fountain in toddler hallway does not have a 2" stream. | 2025-01-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-115(c) Drinking fountains shall have a guarded angled stream with water pressure regulated so that the stream rises at least two (2) inches above the guard but does not splash on the floor |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for Dr/Dentist | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, one infant teacher missing current CPR training | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(2) Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: In child care centers licensed for infants or toddlers, all infant and toddler caregivers shall be trained annually in infant or pediatric CPR as appropriate |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing drug testing results. | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have a physical | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing birth certificate | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs birth certificate or other legal proof of age |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for parents | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name of parent, address, and telephone number |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Exterior doors in 3/4s classroom and Kitchen rusted out at the bottom -daylight seen coming through. Paint/drywall coming off wall in 3/4s classroom near bathrooms. Drywall exposed near hand washing sink in 4/5s classroom. | 2025-02-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Sensory tables in toddler classrooms observed to be empty. Sensory tables observed empty and stored in bathrooms in Twos classrooms. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2) Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing information on parents employment | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing documentation on child's development | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, four files did not have up to date TB test results. | 2025-02-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(7) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Verification that staff is free of tuberculosis within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have education documentation | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Menus posted do not have correct dates or portion sizes noted. | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Program has not submitted an application for renewal | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, three files missing documentation of Orientation training | 2025-02-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Storage closet unlocked in Ones A, leaving teacher purse stored on the floor accessible to children. Laundry room unlocked in infant building leaving cleaning supplies and tools accessible to children. Cleaning supplies stored accessible in lower unlocked cabinets in Young Twos, Older Twos, and both preschool classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table cabinet. Teacher purse stored accessible in Younger Twos closet. Cleaners stored unlocked in teachers bathroom in 4/5s classroom. Outlets uncovered in multiple classrooms. | 2025-02-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) 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 |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
One teacher missing documentation of completing fingerprints or submitting a consent form in I-LEAD for a background check | 2025-01-24 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) 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 Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date Universal Precautions training | 2025-02-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated. | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-177 Food storage |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Program does not currently have a qualified director hired to work on site. | 2025-02-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director |
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| Licensing 2025-01-24 |
Chairs stacked in Young Twos classroom with children present. Chairs stacked in 4/5s classroom with children present. | 2025-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake |
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| Licensing 2024-01-09 |
Observed whole grapes on toddler's lunch plates | 2024-01-09 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-78(g)(1) 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: Whole grapes |
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| Licensing 2023-07-24 |
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 | 2023-06-29 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c) Toddler with special diet was given wrong milk in toddler room. |
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| Complaints 2023-06-28 |
2023-08-24 | |
| Type of correction needed: proram out of compliance with following infant feeding plan | ||
| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
Staff orientation | 2023-03-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32 One staff missing orientation checklist from file. |
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| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2023-03-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Hand sanitizer accessible in 4's room |
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| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation | 2023-03-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) Application for renewal not yet submitted |
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| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
Childrens admission records | 2023-03-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36 2 childrens files missing parent employment information (place, phone number, hours, and address)One child files missing dentist info.One child file missing emergency contacts. |
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| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually | 2023-03-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) 2 staff have expired tb tests in file. |
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| Licensing 2023-03-15 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2023-03-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 Easels missing from classrooms.Easels that are present are not equipped with paint and paper readily accessible. |
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| Licensing 2021-04-23 |
Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41 Staff member without an updated consent form. |
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| Complaints 2021-04-20 |
2022-02-15 | |
| Type of correction needed: program out of compliance with staff background check requirements | ||
| Licensing 2020-03-09 |
Parents may supply filled bottles as follows: The nipple must be covered | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-135(k)(2) There was a sippy cup of water in a child's cubby that wasn't covered. In order to remain sanitary, these items need to have a lid or be covered when not in use. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-09 |
Kitchen and food preparation areas | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116 There was some chipping paint above the 3 compart ment sink in the kitchen. This needs to be scraped off and repainted. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-09 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 In the 4's room there was a small container of hand sanitizer that was in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to the children. Any items labeled Keep out of the Reach of Children needs to be put somewhere inaccessible to children. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-09 |
Bathrooms | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113 Several handwashing sinks are starting to come unsealed from the wall. |
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| Licensing 2019-03-06 |
Building maintenance | 2019-03-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 There were a few dusty/dirty ceiling vents that need to be cleaned. |
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| Licensing 2019-03-06 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2019-03-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 In the toddler room, there was a container of sunscreens that was in a cabinet behind a child safety latch, which aren't considered locks. **Director moved these during inspection** |
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| Complaints 2018-04-03 |
2019-01-30 | |
| Type of correction needed: program out of compliance with appropriate discipline standards | ||
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