Little Lights Preschool & Daycare - Marion IN Unlicensed Registered Ministry

2445 West Kem Road , Marion IN 46952
(765) 384-7572

About the Provider

Description: Little Lights Preschool & Daycare has been providing child care for residents in the major area of Marion, IN. We offer various programs such as phonics reading, traditional math, computer literacy, music appreciation and daily prayer and Bible instruction.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: RM-26217-A
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Issue Date: 2022-07-01
  • 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
Registration
2024-04-02
An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1)
Three of six staff do not have documentation of current first aid training.
Registration
2024-04-02
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4)
Three of six staff do not have documentation of current Universal Precautions training.
Registration
2024-04-02
At least one (1) adult individual who maintains current certification in a course of cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry shall be present at all times when a child is in the care of a child care ministry. Certifications accepted under this subsection must include a live return demonstration of skills.
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(a)
No caregiver on site with valid CPR certification. CPR training must include in-person skills assessment.
Registration
2024-04-02
The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2)
Two of ten child files reviewed were missing documentation of immunization.
Registration
2024-04-02
The operator of a child care ministry 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.
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2)
Two of six staff do not have documentation of Safe Sleep training.
Registration
2024-04-02
Hand cleaning and drying procedure
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-128
Food handlers did not wash hands before assisting at lunch.
Registration
2024-04-02
Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d)
Diaper pad is ripped, not sanitary.
Registration
2024-04-02
Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a)
No kitchen cleaning schedule posted.
Registration
2024-04-02
Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g)
Neither of the two food handlers were wearing apron/smock or hair restraints during lunch service.
Registration
2024-04-02
Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b)
Children transitioning from indoor recess to lunch at 11:15 did not wash hands before eating.
Registration
2023-10-10
Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers 2023-11-06
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f)
Snack foods not labeled with opened date, some transferred to plastic tubs. All need 'opened on ___' labeled on containers.
Registration
2023-10-10
Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office 2023-11-06
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a)
No kitchen cleaning schedule posted.
Registration
2023-04-25
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers 2023-05-09
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1)
One staff member present had no background check or fingerprints on file, making them disqualified. (SP)
Registration
2022-04-26
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet 2022-05-13
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2)
Men's bathroom in the hallway - one stall - sign "out of order"Men's bathroom - sink pulling away from wall
Registration
2022-04-26
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction 2022-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1)
Fans in preschool nap room - small fingers can fit in grate of fan.

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