Unlicensed Registered Ministry
✓ Licensed
Praises and Pathways Day Care Ministry
Portland, IN
· Jay County
2875 East 200 South,
Portland, IN 47371
Quick Facts
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Licensed Unlicensed Registered Ministry
Active License
License Number
RM-100271-A
License Issued
Jul 1, 2026
Active Through
Jun 30, 2028
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Praises and Pathways Day Care Ministry. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content.
Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our
review guidelines.
Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.
About the Provider
Praises and Pathways Day Care Ministry is a Unlicensed Registered Ministry in Portland IN. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Friday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
|---|---|---|
| Registration 2026-04-13 |
Two spray air freshners and a bottle of lotion, all labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, under unlocked child bathroom sink. | 2026-04-17 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) 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 |
||
| Registration 2025-10-21 |
Ten children ages 1 and 2 in high chairs for lunch, buckles were not used on all children. Buckles must be used for any aged child in high chair. | |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) 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 |
||
| Registration 2024-08-27 |
Handwashing sinks in both restrooms used by children read at 126 degrees. Water temperature needs to be between 100-120 to avoid scalding. | 2024-08-29 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) 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 |
||
| Registration 2024-04-16 |
Two out of four staff files reviewed were missing documentation of current universal precautions training. | 2024-04-23 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions |
||
| Registration 2024-04-16 |
The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request | |
|
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 Two out of five children's files reviewed did not have signed parent's notice documentation. |
||
| Registration 2024-01-17 |
Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate | 2024-02-02 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Children coats hanging on hooks in entrance touching not separate. |
||
| Registration 2024-01-17 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2024-01-30 |
|
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) One staff member present have expired fingerprints on file with division making them Unqualified. |
||
| Registration 2024-01-17 |
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 | 2024-01-25 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) Water temperature at children handwashing sinks not maintained between 100 degree F and 120 degree F.(Bathroom 1 - 128.6 degree F; Bathroom 2 - 128.3 degree F) |
||
| Registration 2024-01-17 |
Freezer thermometer missing in Infant classroom freezer. | 2024-01-25 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring |
||
| Registration 2024-01-17 |
immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container | 2024-01-24 |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) -Two bags of breast milk not labeled in Infant classroom refrigerator.-One bag of breast milk not labeled in Infant classroom freezer.-Ten bags of breast milk not labeled in the kitchen freezer. |
||
| Registration 2023-06-09 |
The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 | |
|
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) 2 of 6 staff with expired consents.Staff B.K and A.E have expired consents |
||
| Registration 2023-06-09 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | |
|
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) 2 of 6 staff with expired consents.Staff B.K and A.E have expired consents |
||
| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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 | |
|
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) at time of inspection a 9 month old infant was sleeping by themself in a dark room with door closed. 2 staff in lunch room other side of the building and 1 staff in another infant room. |
||
| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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) At time of inspection staff were not wearing aprons or hairnets during lunch. |
||
| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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) at time of inspection staff J.S and T.G did not have UP training |
||
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Ask the Community
Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.
Looking for Child Care?
Helpful Resources
How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →