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Little Peoples Day Care
Elkhart, IN
· Elkhart County
519 10th St,
Elkhart, IN 46516
Quick Facts
Capacity
88 children
Age Range
Infant-Twelve
Type of Care
Before and After School
Transportation
Field Trips, To/From School
Subsidized Program
Participates
PTQ Level
3
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Number
1100473
License Issued
Oct 1, 2025
Active Through
Sep 30, 2027
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
Little Peoples Day Care is a Licensed Center in Elkhart IN, with a maximum capacity of 88 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant-Twelve. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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Hours of Operation
- Monday5:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Tuesday5:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Wednesday5:00 AM-11:00 AM
- Thursday5:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Friday5:00 AM-11:00 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 2026-08-14 |
Ten (10) out of ten (10) child files were missing date of admission. | 2026-08-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) 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 date of admission |
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| Licensing 2026-08-14 |
One (1) out of five (5) staff files were missing drug test results, one (1) out of five (5) missing MRO information. | 2026-08-27 |
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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 2026-08-14 |
Four (4) out of ten (10) child files did not have doctor or were missing phone number, and ten (10) out of ten (10) were missing dentist name, address and telephone number. | 2026-08-21 |
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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 2026-08-14 |
Two (2) out of ten (10) child files were missing documentation of physical exam. | 2026-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-38(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment date |
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| Licensing 2026-08-14 |
Several previously opened food items in kitchen refrigerator and freezer were not labeled with date opened. | 2026-08-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-146 Food labels |
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| Licensing 2026-08-14 |
Three (3) out of ten (10) child files were missing immunization records, one (1) out of ten (10) was not current. | 2026-08-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-38(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Current and complete record of immunization history showing month, day, and year of each immunization. |
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| Licensing 2026-08-14 |
Two (2) out of ten (10) child files were missing parent employer information, one (1) out of ten (10) missing employer address. | 2026-08-21 |
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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 2025-09-19 |
Feeding plans were not posted or present in infant room. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(3) The center shall post the following items: A copy of infant feeding plans in each infant room |
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| Licensing 2025-09-19 |
Infant room out of ratio with 5 children, ages infant-2, 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 2025-09-19 |
Caregiver in infant room is not yet 21, she is currently 18. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-121(e) Staff person in charge of an infant/toddler group shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. If all the children in the group are at least twenty-four (24) months of age, the staff person in charge shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2025-09-19 |
Playground does not have a sufficient amount of mulch. Ground barrier is coming through, and can see grassy patches. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Playground and Outdoor Safety |
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| Licensing 2025-09-19 |
3 children's files observed, did not have current physicals on file. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-86(a) Within thirty (30) days after enrollment or no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment, each child shall have written verification of a physical examination by a physician or a nurse practitioner |
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| Licensing 2025-09-19 |
Observed infant/toddler room with 5 children ranging in ages infant-2. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 Child grouping policies |
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| Licensing 2025-09-19 |
Application for renewal has not been submitted | |
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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 2024-08-20 |
Lysol wipes accessible in the school age room drawer | 2024-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
Infant/Toddler caregivers using diaper changing table for drying rack for art projects | 2024-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94(j) Caregivers shall use the diapering surface exclusively for diaper changing |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
One caregiver did not have physical on file | 2024-07-19 |
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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 2024-08-20 |
Center did not give all requested documents to DCS | 2024-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-9(c) The center shall provide access to personnel from other state agencies or other persons who provide inspections at the request of the division |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
chairs stacked in infant/toddler room while children were awake and freely roaming | 2024-08-21 |
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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 2024-08-20 |
Director does not yet have educational requirements | 2024-07-29 |
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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 2024-08-20 |
Fence panel is broken on playground On the utility pole, there were exposed wires and nails accessible to the children. Black barrier under the mulch on playground is coming through, creating tripping hazards. | 2024-07-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
One caregiver did not have first aid training | 2024-07-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(3) All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Basic first aid training shall include rescue breathing and first aid for choking and shall be consistent with basic first aid training developed by the American Red Cross or the National Safety Council for First Aid Training Institute |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
Mulch is not deep enough under the climber on the playground. | 2024-08-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Playground and Outdoor Safety |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
Observed mixed age group of infants and toddlers. The youngest child was 6 months, and oldest was 21 months, with a 15 month age gap. | 2024-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-50(a) In any group that has an infant or toddler, the maximum age range between the oldest and youngest child in the group shall be thirteen (13) months |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
Center did not notify the division after being notified of alleged child abuse and neglect | 2024-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-12(a)(4) 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: Alleged abuse or neglect by child care center personnel |
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| Licensing 2024-08-20 |
Name of director and next in line are not posted | 2024-07-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-22(d)(1) The director shall designate a responsible caregiver, at least twenty-one (21) years of age, to be in charge during any absences of the director and include the following: The director shall post his or her name and the name of the director-designee in a conspicuous place |
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| Licensing 2024-04-11 |
Toddler room out of ratio with only 1 caregiver. Qualified minor being counted in ratio with 7 toddlers. | 2024-04-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2024-02-20 |
2 caregivers being counted in ratio are 17 years of age | 2024-02-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(1) All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2024-02-20 |
Toddler room was out of ratio with 5 children and 2 unqualified caregiver (no finger print or consent form). 2 year old room was out of ratio with 6 children and 1 staff, when the second staff left the room to answer front door. | 2024-02-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2024-02-20 |
2 caregivers being counted in ratio did not have finger prints and consent submitted and approved | 2024-02-21 |
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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 2023-09-27 |
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 responsible person who may be called to come for the child in case of illness or other emergency if the parent cannot be reached | 2023-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(9) Children's emergency contacts need addresses as well as name and phone number |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
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 | 2023-09-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) 3 staff files either have missing or expired TB tests |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
Infant Feeding | 2023-09-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-134 Infant feeding themself their bottle in bouncy seat |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
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 | 2023-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) Parent employment information needs addresses as well as name and phone number |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
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 | 2023-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63(c)(2) Classrooms not equipped with art easels that have paint and paper readily accessible |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
The center shall post the following items: A copy of infant feeding plans in each infant room | 2023-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(3) Feeding plans were not in infant room |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
One staff file did not have annual child abuse and neglect training | 2023-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13 Reporting child abuse or neglect |
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| Licensing 2023-09-27 |
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 | 2023-10-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) 4 staff files with either missing or expired universal precautions training |
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| Licensing 2022-07-13 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2022-07-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Lysol wipes, Quat, disinfectant spray, and hand sanitizer all stored within reach of children in school age classroom on shelf. |
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| Licensing 2022-06-14 |
Drinking water shall be freely available to all children during all hours | 2022-06-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-115(a) Drinking water not freely available for children at time of visit -water jugs were empty and gathered to be refilled |
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| Complaints 2022-06-02 |
2022-11-15 | |
| Type of correction needed: program out of compliance with requirement to provide drinking water throughout the day | ||
| Licensing 2022-04-11 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2022-08-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Lysol wipes in entry way. Lysol spray on low counter in Fours classroom |
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| Licensing 2022-04-11 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2022-08-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Fours classroom was not supervised on 3/29/22 when a PTQ rater was present for an observation and the teacher stepped out of the classroom to wash her hands. |
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| Licensing 2022-04-11 |
The center with children under three (3) years of age who wear diapers or pull-ups shall provide a changing table in each room/area | 2022-04-12 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94(g) No changing table present in twos classroom. |
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| Licensing 2022-04-11 |
Caregivers shall place soiled disposable diapers in a plastic bag in a tightly covered sanitary container that is inaccessible to children | 2022-04-12 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-95(a) Bagged diapers placed in hallway outside toddler room. |
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| Licensing 2022-04-11 |
Building maintenance | 2022-05-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Ceiling tiles with water damage in the Twos classroom |
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| Complaints 2022-03-29 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2022-05-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Program out of compliance with child/staff ratio and supervision requirements |
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| Licensing 2021-12-10 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2021-12-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Toddler room out of ratio with 6 children and 1 staff. 2/3s room out of ratio with 9 children with 1 staff. |
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| Licensing 2021-10-01 |
Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records | 2021-10-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41 Staff member working with no consent correctly submitted |
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| Licensing 2021-10-01 |
In-service staff training | 2021-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35 Staff member working with no First Aid or Universal Precautions training. Staff member with no HS diploma on file |
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| Licensing 2021-09-09 |
Playground and Outdoor Safety | 2021-09-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Mulch not adequat in areas on playground |
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| Licensing 2021-09-09 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2021-09-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Toddler Room and Preschool Room out of ratio at time of visit |
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| Licensing 2021-09-09 |
Kitchen and food preparation areas | 2021-09-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Freezer items not labeled correctly. No freezer in thermometer. Sippy cups not covered or labeled in classroom. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-09 |
Child grouping policies | 2021-09-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 Toddler Room and Preschool Room over group size with 9 children infants-2ys with one caregiveras well as mixed ages. |
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| Licensing 2021-09-09 |
Written program plans | 2021-09-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-60 No posted lesson plans in toddler room |
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| Licensing 2021-02-12 |
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. | 2021-02-12 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) 2 staff members had no Consent to Release form on file to complete their background check. |
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| Complaints 2021-02-08 |
2021-10-20 | |
| Type of correction needed: program out of compliance with background check requirements | ||
| Licensing 2020-08-05 |
Bathrooms | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113 The middle sink in the boy's bathroom needs recaulked to the wall. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-05 |
Kitchen and food preparation areas | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116 There were canned goods, a box of fresh fruit and a box of dry goods that were being stored directly on the floor in the kitchen. All food items need to be stored a minimum of 6" off the ground. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-05 |
Building maintenance | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 There was a leaking ceiling tile outside of the school-age classroom that has also caused water to drip down the wall and stain. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-05 |
All play equipment and materials shall be constructed and installed in a manner that is safe for use by children | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63(i) There was a large crack/hole on the large slide on the playground that needs to be repaired. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-05 |
Playground and Outdoor Safety | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 The mulch level on the playground was a little low. There was black weed fabric showing through in multiple spots. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2019-08-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 3/4 classroom was out of ratio with 12 3&4 year olds to one teacher. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2019-08-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Utility closet unlocked with hazards inside.Air freshener was accessible in toddler room. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Childrens admission records | 2019-09-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36 2 children missing copies of immunizations. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Written program plans | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-60 Infant room did not have up to date lesson plan posted. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records | 2019-09-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41 2 staff have expired TB tests.One staff missing copy of HS diploma or higher.2 staff have expired finger printing. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Child grouping policies | 2019-08-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 Toddler room was not within grouping policy having children ranging from 1.5-6 years old. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Building maintenance | 2019-08-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Water spots were observed in hallway ceiling outside of yellow room. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
Indoor furnishings | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111 Foam couch in toddler room had large rips. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-20 |
In-service staff training | 2019-08-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35 One staff missing 12 hours of in-service training. |
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| Licensing 2018-09-26 |
Infant/Toddler Sleeping | 2018-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-141 Cribs are not being kept 3 feet apart while in use in infant room. |
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| Licensing 2018-09-26 |
Infant Food Preparation and Storage | 2018-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-135 Powder formula being used in the infant room. (135, b) |
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| Licensing 2018-09-26 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2018-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Bottle of dermasil under changing table in infant room. |
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| Licensing 2018-09-26 |
Building maintenance | 2018-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Cabinet door in 18-24 month room, beind door is loose.Ceiling tiles in hallway and 6&7 year old room have water spots. |
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| Licensing 2018-09-26 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2018-10-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 Veggietales climber has moss and dirt embedded where children's hands touch.Small sensory table under water spout collecting rain water, leaves and dirt. |
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