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The Early Learning Center at Mary Castle
Indianapolis, IN
· Marion County
8510 E. 82nd St. ,
Indianapolis, IN 46256
Quick Facts
Capacity
320 children
Age Range
Three-Seven
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
4
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Number
1100020
License Issued
Apr 1, 2026
Active Through
Mar 31, 2029
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Accreditation
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
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About the Provider
Welcome to the Early Learning Center at Mary Castle. Thank you for allowing us to join you on this journey of growth and learning with your child! Our early learning center has been specially designed for the young child, and you will sense this the moment you walk through the door. From the boiler room windows to the natural objects found throughout, our school says “Come and explore, investigate, discover.â€Â
Additional Information:
Number Of Infants Licensed: 8; Number Of Toddler Licensed: 10; PTQ Level 3;
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM-6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM-6:00 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 2026-06-29 |
The provider does not have the documentation of a criminal history check for the following caregivers: J.M. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(3) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: A statewide limited criminal history check completed by the Indiana state police |
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| Licensing 2026-02-11 |
DS has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check. Send notification to consultant of consent submission. | 2026-02-11 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1) Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating hours of the child care center to submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
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| Licensing 2025-03-11 |
Room 11 had a rug with curled edges, tripping hazard. | 2025-03-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records | 2024-02-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41 1 staff files reviewed missing documentation current TB test results.10 staff files reviewed missing documentation of current annual evaluation.Send documentation to consultant. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
In-service staff training | 2024-02-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35 4 staff files reviewed missing documentation of completed Health & Safety Modules 1-4.Send documentation to consultant. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Bathrooms | 2024-02-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113 Rm 18 have paper towels stored open under a sink, not sanitary. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2024-02-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Hazardous items and items labeled Keep out of reach of children were found accessible to children in the following areas:Rm 17 had disinfectant wipes on a low shelf. Room 15 had antiseptic wipes in a first aid kit and adult scissors in an unlocked teachers desk. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
2 childrens' files reviewed missing documentation of current immunizations. 5 files missing documentation of a physical. 1 file missing signed emergency authorization form. 5 missing documentation of dentist information. Send documentation to consultant. | 2024-02-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36 Childrens admission records |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Kitchen and food preparation areas | 2024-02-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Wafers in rooms 15 & 18 are not labeled with date of opening. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating hours of the child care center to submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. | 2024-02-09 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1) 1 Disqualified caregiver (JB) working without fingerprints on file with the division.Send notification to consultant of provisional or qualified status. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
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. | 2024-02-12 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) 1 Disqualified caregiver (JB) working without a completed consent form on file with the division.Send notification to consultant of provisional or qualified status. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | 2024-02-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 During visit consultant observed Room 15 out of ratio with 16 children ages 3 to 5 with 1 qualified caregivers and 1 Disqualified caregivers. Only Qualified caregivers count for supervision and ratio. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
All plumbing fixtures shall be in good repair | 2024-02-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-114(h) Faucets in rooms 15 and 19 leak when the water is turned on. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Indoor furnishings | 2024-02-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-111 Child-sized chairs in room 13 are not made so that when a child sits in a chair their feet touch the ground and their back touches the chair back. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-01 |
Diapering | 2024-02-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-94 Pull ups stored open in the bathroom of rooms 18 and 17. |
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