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St. James Lutheran Childcare - Preparatory Academy
Lafayette, IN
· Tippecanoe County
800 Cincinnati Street,
Lafayette, IN 47901
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Contact Information
📞 (765) 423-1616
Licensed Unlicensed Registered Ministry
Active License
License Number
RM-99209-A
License Issued
Oct 1, 2026
Active Through
Sep 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
St. James Lutheran Child Care is a program designed for children from infants through grade 8. We believe children are a unique gift from God. We provide a warm and loving Christ-centered environment with planned activities appropriate to children and their developmental stages. Each child is allowed to develop to his/her fullest potential spiritually, socially, physically, creatively, intellectually, and emotionally.
Hours of Operation
- Monday7:30 AM-5:15 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM-5:15 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM-5:15 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM-5:15 PM
- Friday7:30 AM-5:15 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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| CCDF Inspection 2026-02-18 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials | 2026-02-18 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. |
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| Registration 2026-02-18 |
In infant room, several bottle in the fridge were not properly covered | 2026-02-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) 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 |
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| Registration 2026-02-18 |
One staff in the tots room did not have proper head covering while serving food | 2026-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) 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 |
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| Registration 2023-08-28 |
Handwashing sink in Toddler classroom is not sealed to wall. | 2023-08-30 |
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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 |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-02-22 |
2023-02-22 | |
| Type of correction needed: A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Medications | ||
| Registration 2023-02-22 |
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 | 2023-02-22 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) In Prek classroom: Jergen's hand lotion on low shelf.In the Indigo classroom: hand sanitizer down low. |
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| Registration 2022-08-30 |
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 | 2022-08-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) Toilet brush found in bathroom stall of 3's. |
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| Registration 2022-08-30 |
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 | 2022-09-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Toddler Two classroom: One ceiling tile is damaged in bathroomPreK classroom: Two ceiling tiles are damaged. |
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| Registration 2022-08-30 |
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 | 2022-08-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) Not all infant bottles were labeled. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-05-23 |
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) | 2022-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-05-23 |
Each childcare provider shall have annual certification in Child and Infant CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid. | 2022-05-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-05-23 |
A provider who cares for children who are less than 12 months of age shall complete a training course in safe sleep practices, approved by the Divison. Ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than 12 months of age follow safe sleep practices. | 2022-05-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) A provider who cares for children who are less than 12 months of age: Ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than 12 months of age follow safe sleep practices. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-05-23 |
A provider shall have annual intradermal tuberculosis test and result. If medical exempt there must be an annual chest x-ray or a MD statement "free of TB Symptoms". | 2022-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-6 Each child care provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall have an intradermal tuberculosis test & results prior to giving care. |
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| Registration 2022-05-23 |
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. | 2022-05-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) 7 month old infant was asleep in crib with a magic sleepwear. |
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| Registration 2022-02-22 |
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 | 2022-03-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Diapers being stored in open containers in hallway cubbies. |
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| Registration 2021-09-21 |
Food preparation | 2021-09-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-203 Oranges were full slices given to toddlers. |
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| Registration 2020-08-27 |
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 | 2020-09-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) Sink not sealed in 2's classroom. |
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| Registration 2020-08-27 |
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 | 2020-09-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Rabbit cage in Infant/Toddler classroom would allow fingers to enter cage. One ceiling tile in PreK classroom damaged |
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| Registration 2020-01-28 |
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 | 2020-02-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) One ceiling tile in bathroom of Preschool 2's classroom is damaged.Orange room has sunscreen under sink.Indigo classroom had staff purse sitting open in window sill. |
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| Registration 2019-09-16 |
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 | 2019-10-16 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) Handwashing sink in Toddler classroom is not sealed to wall. |
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| Registration 2019-09-16 |
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 | 2019-09-16 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Snacks need to be labeled with date once opened--pretzels.Cheese it crackers taken out of original box need a date so you know how long on shelf. |
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| Registration 2019-09-16 |
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 | 2019-09-16 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Shaving cream on low shelf in PreK classroom. |
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| Registration 2019-02-26 |
Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating | 2019-03-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing sinks read 76 degrees. Hot water needs to be between 100-120. |
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| Registration 2019-02-26 |
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 | 2019-02-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) In 3's classroom downstairs, purse on hook and (2) damaged ceiling tiles.In 3's upstairs, sweeper stored in bathroom and toilet training seat found on floor. |
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| Registration 2019-02-26 |
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 | 2019-02-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Snacks in classrooms need to be labeled with date when opened. Cereal box found in 3's classroom. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-08-31 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 Signed parent notices missing from child's records. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-09-14 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) Immunization records missing from child's records. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-09-14 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) 3's Aveeno lotion on back table and shaving cream in box on floor.2's Shaving cream and mod podge on low shelf.3's Lotion on cubby. Purse on shelf.Toddler, 3's, one ceiling tile in each room damaged.2's one ceiling tile missing.4's outlet covers missing. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-08-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) 2's papertowel observed on countertop. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-08-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) 4's Milk containers need to be dated. |
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| Registration 2018-08-14 |
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 | 2018-08-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) 2's Thermometer missing from fridge.4's Thermometer missing from fridge. |
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