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Baby Genius Academy Inc
Gary, IN
· Lake County
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Gary, IN 46407
Quick Facts
Capacity
12 children
Age Range
Infant-Thirteen
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
1
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Licensed Licensed Home
Active License
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
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About the Provider
BABY GENIUS ACADEMY INC is a Licensed Home in GARY IN, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of Infant-Thirteen. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Tuesday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Wednesday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Thursday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Friday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Sunday 12:00 AM-11:59 PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2026-06-10 |
Two kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file. | 2026-06-24 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation |
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| Licensing 2025-05-27 |
Upon arrival the kid files were not on site. | 2025-05-27 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-18(a) A licensee shall keep records regarding each child in the control and care of the licensee as the division requires and shall report to the division, upon request, the facts the division requires with reference to children |
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| Licensing 2024-06-27 |
A drug screen is still needed for one caregiver. | 2024-07-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider |
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| Licensing 2024-06-13 |
Verification of a current TB test is needed for two caregivers. | 2024-07-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) Caregivers (T.J., and S.T.) were working in the home prior to having an initial drug screen completed. Caregivers must have a drug screen on file prior to working in the daycare home. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
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. | 2023-06-30 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) Caregiver (T.J.) did not have verification of completion of safe sleep module 2 training on file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: The names of adults authorized to pick the child up from the home | 2023-06-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(d) One kid that was present did not have a file at the daycare. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home | 2023-06-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) Three kids (T.A., C.T., and B.T.) did not have a discipline policy in the file.One kid that was present did not have file. None of the kids files had a suspension and expulsion policy. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children | 2023-05-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) The grass in the outdoor fenced in play area was tall and needs to be cut. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age | 2023-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) One caregiver (T.T.) consent to release form was expired. The consent form was last completed on 4/29/2022. Consent to release forms have to be submitted annually. Caregiver (S.T.) did not have a consent to release form on file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities | 2023-06-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) One kid (T.A.) did not have a physical on file.One kid that was present did not have a file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
Daily attendance records for children in the child care home which shall be maintained for at least two (2) years at the child care home site | 2023-05-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(11) There were not any daily attendance records on file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
Caregiver shall store implements and tools, including, but not limited to: power tools | 2023-05-17 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(d)(1) A gardening tool was accessible in the fence in play area. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
Birth Certificate documentation | 2023-06-28 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) One kid (T.A.) did not have proof of date of birth on file.One kid did not have a file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-17 |
The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) Caregiver (T.T) TB test was over one year old. TB test are required to be completed annually. |
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