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Kinder Care Learning Center #1339
Highland, IN
· Lake County
9735 Prairie Avenue,
Highland, IN 46322
Quick Facts
Capacity
124 children
Age Range
Infant-Twelve
Type of Care
Infant Programs, Toddler Programs, Discovery Preschool Programs, Preschool Programs, Prekindergarten Programs, Private Kindergarten Programs, Before and After School Programs, Summer Programs
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
4
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Contact Information
📞 (219) 922-8220
Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Number
13584
License Issued
Jan 1, 2025
Active Through
Dec 31, 2027
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Accreditation
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
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About the Provider
Welcome to Highland KinderCare! We are located at the intersection of 45th Street and Prairie Avenue, with convenient access to 80-94 and Highland, Griffith, Munster, Dyer, Hammond, Gary and Schererville. You’ll immediately notice the KinderCare difference when you walk through our front door. Our programs and teachers encourage your child’s individual growth and development. From a baby’s first steps to a school-ager’s homework questions, we ensure the highest quality of education. We are passionate about each child’s success! Our diverse mixture of families and teachers ensures a quality learning environment. You’ll receive daily updates about your child’s progress. KinderCare’s nationally accredited system makes basic learning blocks fun, so kids grasp scholarly concepts at a young age. We maintain an open-door policy with an emphasis on customer service. Our staff members know each child and their educational kids. We offer a thematic curriculum based off the seven educational foundations -- language and literacy, math, science, social studies, music visual arts, health and physical education.
Additional Information:
Number Of Infants Licensed: 8; Number Of Toddler Licensed: 10; PTQ Level 4;
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 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 |
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| Licensing 2025-10-29 |
Director self-reported on 9/30/25 that classroom 3B was lining up to go to the playground. A child left the line to go to the bathroom. The teachers didn't notice and took the class outside. The child walked out of the bathroom and a teacher from TK saw him and brought him to his class. The child was left unsupervised for less than a minute. | 2025-09-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2023-04-14 |
Inappropriate discipline | 2023-04-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 At time of visit, staff member was involved in inappropriate discipline with a student. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-14 |
The director responsibilities shall include the following: Supervision and evaluation of child caregivers | 2023-04-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-22(c)(3) At time of visit, staff member involved in inappropriate discipline with a student. The director is responsible for hiring quality caregivers and providing adequate and efficient training |
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| Complaints 2023-04-10 |
2023-05-30 | |
| Type of correction needed: The provider is not in compliance with positive discipline regulations. | ||
| Licensing 2022-10-04 |
Toddler equipment | 2022-10-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-133 The toddler room has an art easel, but there is not paint at the easel for the children to freely use. |
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| Licensing 2022-10-04 |
Building maintenance | 2022-10-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 The vents in the 4's room and the 2's room need to be cleaned. |
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| Licensing 2022-07-05 |
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 | 2022-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) The caregiver named in the incident was in the classroom on 6/24/22, but the consent form was not completed until 6/28/22; therefore the caregiver was not a qualified caregiver. This did not effect ratio/supervision. |
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| Licensing 2022-07-05 |
Inappropriate discipline | 2022-07-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Facility self-reported that a child was play fighting with a caregiver and the caregiver slapped the child in the face. |
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| Complaints 2022-06-27 |
Positive discipline | 2022-09-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-54 Provider not in compliance with positive discipline regulations. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member that slapped a child is terminated from the facility. She denied this accusation. She was qualified to work in the classroom. No other staff member saw or heard anything from the child we are still unsure if anything happened other than pl |
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| Licensing 2022-03-10 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2022-03-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Upon entering the 3's classroom, consultant counted 23 children with 2 caregivers, thus making the ratio 23:2, instead of the max ratio of 20:2. |
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| Licensing 2022-03-10 |
The center shall use a changing table as follows: The table must be sturdy and sanitizable | 2022-04-22 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94(i)(1) The changing table in the 2's classroom is cracked and has a small hole in it (at the end where the child's feet go), making it not sanitizable. |
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| Licensing 2022-03-10 |
Caregivers shall determine maximum group size by the age of the youngest child | 2022-03-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-152(b) Upon entering the 3's room, consultant counted 23 children. The maximum group size for 3 year olds is 20. |
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| Licensing 2022-02-22 |
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 | 2022-03-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) Two caregivers (one in 4's and one in toddlers) do not have consent forms on file with the divisionallowign for national criminal history background checks to be completed. They are in classrooms with 2 other qualfied caregivers; therefore, ratios/supervision is not affected. |
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| Licensing 2022-01-25 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2022-02-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 The diaper table in the toddler classroom has a hole in the right back corner in the diaper pad area. |
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| Licensing 2021-12-07 |
Food labels | 2021-12-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-146 Food in the freezer is not labeled (waffles, biscuits, etc). |
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| Licensing 2021-12-07 |
All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times | 2021-12-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) Director self-reported that a child was left outside on the playground by herself when the rest of the classroom went inside with the caregiver leaving a child unsupervised. |
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| Licensing 2021-12-07 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2021-12-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Director self-reported that a child was left outside on the playground by herself when the rest of the classroom went inside with the caregiver. This caused the playground to be in ratio of 1:0. |
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| Complaints 2021-11-30 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2022-02-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child left on playground |
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| Licensing 2021-11-09 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2021-11-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Upon entering the 3's classroom, consultant asked caregiver how many children were in the room, caregiver stated "20". Upon counting, consultant counted 21 children. The ratio in the room with 2 caregivers should be 20:2, it was 21:2. |
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| Licensing 2021-11-09 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2021-11-09 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 In the young 2's room, the key to the laundry room door was in the door, making the door unlocked. Floor cleaner and glass and multi-surface cleaner were located on the floor accessible to children. |
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| Licensing 2021-11-09 |
Caregivers shall determine maximum group size by the age of the youngest child | 2021-11-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-152(b) Upon entering the 3's classroom, the consultant asked a caregiver how many children were in the room. The caregiver replied "20", upon counting the children, consultant counted 21. The maximum group size for 3 year olds is 20. |
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| Licensing 2021-10-19 |
Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake | 2021-10-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) In the toddler room, chairs were stacked while children were awake prior to naptime. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
The examination shall include the following: A written statement regarding modification of plans of care which require special attention because of medical conditions or allergies | 2021-09-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-86(b)(4) The child's file has a physical which states that the child is allergic to milk, but a plan of care is not included. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 On 9/10/21, two toddlers were on the playground alone without staff present, causing a 2:0 ratio. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
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 | 2021-09-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c) A child was given soy milk because he is allergic to milk; however, there were no written instructions from the child's physician regarding an appropriate substitute for milk. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
Child care center authorities shall confirm verbal reports to the division, in writing, within five (5) days of the occurrence unless otherwise directed by the division | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-12(b) Two toddlers were on the playground without staff present. The division was not notified by the facility of this incident. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
Support staff shall complete orientation and ongoing training to carry out their assigned responsibilities | 2021-10-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-27(a) Staff need to complete additional training on supervision and classroom management. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-28 |
The center shall verbally report immediately to the affected childs parent and to the division any serious occurrences involving any child. These occurrences include, but are not limited to, the following: Serious injury requiring hospitalization | 2021-09-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-12(a)(1) Two toddlers were left on the playground without supervision and parents were not immediately notified by the facility. |
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| Complaints 2021-09-14 |
2022-02-04 | |
| Type of correction needed: 1 child without allergy documentation from doctor | ||
| Complaints 2021-02-08 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2022-02-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Caregiver left classroom to get ice pack |
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| Licensing 2020-11-19 |
Building maintenance | 2020-11-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 PK room has an expired fire extinguisher. There is a water spot on the ceiling tile in the SA room. |
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| Licensing 2020-11-19 |
Playground and Outdoor Safety | 2020-12-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 There are two LIttle Tikes slides on the toddler playground (slides have to be mounted to the ground). The large climber does not have 6" of mulch around fall surface. |
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| Licensing 2020-11-19 |
Kitchen and food preparation areas | 2020-11-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116 There is a case of water bottles on the floor in the kitchen (not 6" off the floor). |
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| Licensing 2019-12-06 |
Written program plans | 2019-12-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-60 Lesson plans not posted in the 1s room. |
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| Licensing 2019-12-06 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2019-12-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 3's room:Cleaners and staff purse in reach of children. 2.5's room:white out in reach of children |
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| Licensing 2019-12-06 |
Playground and Outdoor Safety | 2019-12-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Metal spikes sticking up on playground barrier a hazard. Hose on playground a tripping hazard. |
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| Licensing 2019-12-06 |
Water Supply and Plumbing | 2019-12-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-114 Water temperature reading 65 degrees in the infant ones room and 95 degrees in the 1's room. Temperature should read between 100-120 degrees |
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| Licensing 2019-12-06 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2019-12-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 No paint available at the 2.5's easel. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Indoor furnishings | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111 Children's personal belongings touching in the 1's room. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Infant Feeding | 2019-01-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-134 Infant feeding plans not providing the amount of food/fluid the infant should be given. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
The center shall control toilet and bathroom odors by ventilation and sanitation. If a screened window is not present, there shall be mechanical exhaust vents. Existing centers shall have ventilation added if sanitation measures fail to control odors | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(p) Ventilation not working in restrooms. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Playground and Outdoor Safety | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Toys stacked on bins on infant/toddler playground a tipping hazard. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Childrens admission records | 2019-01-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36 3 children missing signed and dated physical3 children missing birth certificates3 children missing up to date immunizations2 children missing information on child's development8 children missing complete parents work information 4 children missing complete dentist/doctor information 2 children missing complete information on person authorized to remove child and emergency contact3 children missing date of admission |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Reporting child abuse or neglect | 2018-12-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13 All caregivers missing evidence of up to date child abise and neglect training. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2018-12-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Infant Room:Staff purse under changing table in reach of children3's room:purse and cleaners in reach of children2's room:Purse in reach of children2.5's room:A&D oitment, glade, air freshner, diaper rash oitment and white out in reach of children. Dermio dermatology chapstick in child's cubbie bin in reach of children and states keep out of reach of children4's room:Hand santitzer in reach of children |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Bathrooms | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113 2's restroom:Broom and plunger being stored in restrooms. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Posted items | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-19 First aid directives in classrooms not signed |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2018-12-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 Paint and paper not available at easels in the 3's, and 2's room |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Staff orientation | 2018-12-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32 All staff members missing evidencce of up to date universal precautions training. 4 staff members missing evidence of signed orientation |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records | 2018-12-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41 5 caregivers missing up to date T.B. testStaff missing eveidence of up to date training hours |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Infant/toddler rooms; general | 2018-12-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-143 Handwashing sink being used for storageInfant restroom being used for storage |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
The center shall use an antiscald valve approved by ISDH to maintain water temperature between one hundred (100) degrees Fahrenheit and one hundred twenty (120) degrees Fahrenheit on all hot water supplied to sinks, bathing, and washing facilities used by children. | 2018-12-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-114(d) Water tempature in classrooms reading 80-90 degrees. Should be reading between 100-120 degrees. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-19 |
Building maintenance | 2018-12-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Toliet caps missing in the 3's restroom.Toliets dirty in the 3's room. Vents in restrooms have dust on them and are in need of cleaning. |
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| Complaints 2017-11-14 |
2019-01-30 | |
| Type of correction needed: Supervision not maintained | ||
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