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Bright Beginnings Academy, MC

Michigan City, IN · La Porte County
241 US Hwy 20, Michigan City, IN 46360
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Quick Facts

Capacity
134 children
Age Range
Infant; Toddler; Two-Twelve
Type of Care
Before and After School
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
3

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Contact Information

📞 (219) 809-9113
241 US Hwy 20
Michigan City, IN 46360
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Issued
Apr 1, 2024
Expired
Jun 30, 2025
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
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, MC is a Licensed Center in Michigan City IN, with a maximum capacity of 134 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant; Toddler; Two-Twelve. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:

PTQ 1; PTQ 2;

PTQ 3; PTQ 3;

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
2024-04-03
Infant/Toddler Sleeping 2024-04-05
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-141
Observed 4m old infant sleeping in a bouncy seat with a bib and paci cord attatched. Observed 7 week old infant sleeping in a swing.
Licensing
2024-03-20
A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. 2024-03-21
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-4.1(a)(2)
7 week old infant sleeping in a crib with a blanket, bib, and paci cord attatched
Licensing
2024-02-07
Building maintenance 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99
Ceiling tiles with water damage in gross motor room and Teal classroom and storage room
Licensing
2024-02-07
The kitchen and other food preparation areas shall be separate from areas used for any other purpose 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116(d)
Food prep space in infant classroom being used for teacher items.
Licensing
2024-02-07
If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g)
Bottles not labeled with time prepared.
Licensing
2024-02-07
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 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63(c)(2)
No paint and paper available at art easels in all classrooms
Licensing
2024-02-07
Caregivers shall: provide an art easel with paint and paper in each toddler room 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(a)(2)
No paint or paper available at art easel in the toddler classroom
Licensing
2024-02-07
Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring 2024-02-11
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2)
No sensory tables open and available to children in all classrooms. Sensory table in toddler room open, but no sensory materials inside with measuring/pouring tools
Licensing
2024-01-03
Inappropriate discipline 2024-03-22
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55
Self report: teacher was observed to not be following discipline policy
Licensing
2024-01-03
The kitchen and other food preparation areas shall be separate from areas used for any other purpose 2024-01-04
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116(d)
Infant food prep space being used for other things other than food prep
Licensing
2024-01-03
The center shall post the following items: Approved first aid directives in each child care area 2024-01-04
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(9)
Approved first aid directives missing in classrooms
Licensing
2024-01-03
The center shall post the following items: Hand washing procedures at each adult sink area 2024-01-04
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(1)
Hand washing procedures missing at handwashing sinks
Complaints
2023-12-12
2024-01-08
Type of correction needed: Program out of compliance with inappropriate discipline regulations
Complaints
2023-12-04
2024-01-08
Type of correction needed: Program out of compliance with inappropriate discipline regulations
Licensing
2023-08-17
The center shall provide office space separated from the areas used by the children 2023-08-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-119(a)
11 Children being cared for in office space upon arrival

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