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Young Minds Developement Center
Mishawaka, IN
· St Joseph County
1026 Dodge Ave,
Mishawaka, IN 46544
Quick Facts
Capacity
82 children
Age range (listing information)
Infant-Twelve
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Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
4
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Issued
Apr 1, 2025
Active Through
Mar 31, 2028
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Accreditation
National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
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About the Provider
Young Minds Developement Center is a Licensed Center in Mishawaka IN, with a maximum capacity of 82 children. This child care center's listing gives an age range of Infant-Twelve; please confirm current ages with the provider. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
PTQ Level 2;
Hours of Operation
- Monday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Friday7:00 AM-5:30 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 2026-05-19 |
Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline |
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| Licensing 2026-05-19 |
Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation |
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| Licensing 2026-05-19 |
Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times |
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| Licensing 2026-01-05 |
Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present. | 2026-01-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal |
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| Licensing 2026-01-05 |
Program does not currently have a qualified director. | 2026-01-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director |
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| Licensing 2026-01-05 |
Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building. | 2026-01-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children |
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| Licensing 2026-01-05 |
Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated. | 2026-01-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-177 Food storage |
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| Licensing 2025-05-14 |
On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min | 2025-05-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision |
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| Licensing 2025-05-14 |
Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing | 2025-05-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect | 2025-01-31 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training | 2025-01-31 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation | 2025-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation | 2025-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment | 2025-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment |
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| Licensing 2025-01-22 |
Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist | 2025-01-31 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies |
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| Licensing 2023-11-06 |
Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom. | 2023-11-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable |
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| Licensing 2023-11-06 |
Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom. | 2023-11-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items |
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| Licensing 2021-04-26 |
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. | 2021-05-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) One employee does not have a consent to release in our system. |
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| Licensing 2019-11-08 |
Building maintenance | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Pipe on outside wall in children's play area is coming detached from the wall. |
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| Complaints 2019-11-07 |
2020-01-23 | |
| Type of correction needed: program out of compliance with building maintenance requirements | ||
| Licensing 2019-10-11 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Shaving cream was accessible to the children in the toddler room closet. *Teacher moved immediately.Teacher's personal belongings were accessible in the closet of the 3 year old room. |
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| Licensing 2019-10-11 |
Medication | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-88 Medication was observed on the desk in the entryway of the center. |
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| Licensing 2019-10-11 |
Child/staff ratios and supervision | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Consultant observed the toddler room being out of ratio with 7 children ranging from 1-2 with one caregiver. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-12 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2019-01-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Hand sanitizer and shaving cream accessible to children on teacher shelf in 2's room.Cleaning closet accessible downstairs. |
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| Licensing 2018-12-12 |
Educational equipment and materials | 2019-01-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-63 Safety strap missing from bucket seat in toddler room |
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