Description: Union Center Daycare and Preschool is an Unlicensed Registry Ministry. We were established in June of 1996 to service the needs in the community of a quality Christian based childcare program. We strive to meet all the needs that are in the community that we serve. We are an outreach program of Union Center Church of the Brethren. We have a staff that is committed to provide a quality education to the young children of the community to provide them with the Kindergarten readiness skills that they will need. Please see our program page with more information about the curriculum that we use.
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, as the provider may have already addressed some or all issues. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Registration 2023-09-21 |
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 | |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All sinks in classrooms need sealed next to wall |
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| Registration 2022-07-21 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2022-08-01 |
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Type of correction needed:
IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) One staff member, Gabriella Garcia working without consent form submitted -was submitted while consultant was present. |
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| Registration 2022-07-21 |
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 | 2022-08-01 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Lysol wipes, windex, and other cleaning supplies stored in a lower cabinet behing child lock |
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| Registration 2022-07-21 |
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. | 2022-07-21 |
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Type of correction needed:
IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(a) All CPR cards expired. |
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| Registration 2021-09-23 |
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 | 2021-09-24 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Classrooms too dark during rest time. |
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| Registration 2021-09-23 |
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 | 2021-10-06 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) Mouth pieces/straws not covered when not in use. |
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| Registration 2021-02-11 |
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. | |
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Type of correction needed:
IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) Not all staff had a current Consent to Release form on file, which allows the Division to complete a background check. |
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| Registration 2021-02-11 |
Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean | |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) The crib side wasn't fully raised and an infant was sleeping in it. |
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| Registration 2021-02-11 |
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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Type of correction needed:
IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1) There were 2 new staff that didn't have fingerprinting completed; 1 staff had expired fingerprinting. |
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| Registration 2021-02-11 |
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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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) The toilet in the boy's bathroom was full of toilet paper and was clogged. |
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| Registration 2021-02-11 |
Hand washing facility; water temperature and flow | |
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Type of correction needed:
410 IAC 7-24-342 The water at the handwashing sink in the toddler room was very hot. |
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| Registration 2020-07-29 |
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 | 2020-08-03 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) There were a few small tears in the infant room changing pad that either need to be repaired or the pad replaced. |
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| Registration 2020-07-29 |
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 | 2020-08-03 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) There were a few water-stained ceiling tiles. |
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| Registration 2020-07-29 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions | 2020-08-03 |
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Type of correction needed:
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Not all staff had documentation of current Universal Precautions training. |
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| Registration 2020-07-29 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2020-08-03 |
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Type of correction needed:
IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) Several new staff have not had fingerprinting completed. |
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I am a very particular mom who thoroughly investigated several well-known, very reputable daycares between Elkhart and Nappanee when looking for full-time child care for my 6 month old. I stumbled upon Union Center and after a walk through, knew immediately that this daycare was far superior than the others I had visited. That very day I enrolled my child and could not be happier! The staff are friendly, professional, well trained, and really care about the children. The facility is clean, well maintained, and money is put back into the facility (i.e. new carpet, playground equipment, etc). The building is secure and all visitors must be buzzed in. The curriculum is fun, interactive, & educational. I could go on and on... I am truly blessed to have found such a wonderful daycare!