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In Between Time Academy

Gary, IN · Lake County
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.0 (7 reviews)
, Gary, IN 46404
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Age Range
Infant-Thirteen
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
3

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Contact Information

📞 (219) 200-9946
Gary, IN 46404
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✓ Licensed Licensed Home
Active License
License Number
45-452168
License Issued
Jul 1, 2025
Active Through
Jun 30, 2027
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care

Reviews

4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
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Jaybib
2022-07-22 19:34:25
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Love the daycare they are very attentive and provided my family with so much support during the Pandemic.

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Quianna Kendrick
2022-07-20 16:18:31
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I love how they have the kids grouped by age. My kids have learned so much and have been going here their entire life. They have an awesome staff and they work with me and are more than just a "daycare". They are like family now.

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A.Gose
2022-07-20 16:00:06
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have attended this facility for more than five years. I love the staff, they are more like family now. They are willing to work with parents and provide excellent to my children and grandchildren. I have and will always recommend this facility to all my family and friends. You will not regret bringing your child to this facility.

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Anonymous
2017-08-21 19:14:18
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

The lady that runs the place, which I believe her name is Toya is very rude. Yells at children and treats her kids better than the rest of the other children. Talks to parents with an attitude. Is on her phone majority of the time. During my tour she was on the phone 75% of the time texting and smiling away. Unprofessional. I have been here more than 5 times and I can say that the facility is clean. But they need better staff and someone better in charge. Children were singing songs with curse words and staff member were also using profanity. Unacceptable. Also a staff member dragged a child by the arm and led her to the back door to go outside. I do not recommend. I've read the other reviews and highly disagree

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Jace Johnson
2017-03-23 13:19:11
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Daycare is well taken care of everything appears to be new, plenty of toys and activities for the kids to do. Kids are feed 3x a day plus 3 snacks. Employers are very nice and well mannered I would recommend this daycare to all who work a lot and need reliable child care.

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B.Odom
2017-03-22 19:04:01
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I don't know who this Tiffany Mathers is, but In Between Time Academy does not condone any funny business, and holds their staff to high standards. They do accept CCDF Vouchers. My son has been in their care since October 2016 and hasn't had any issues - not even diaper rash. They communicate with parents and encourage parents to be active with events. I contacted the daycare and asked if they've had a parent by the name of Tiffany Mathers and they said no. Beware of false reviews. Also, the location on the map is incorrect. If you are a parent reading these reviews, I encourage you to call and set up a walk through of the daycare. Everything is top of the line and more than what you would expect from a home daycare.

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Tiffany Mathers
2016-12-31 05:33:19
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

i do not recommend this place or any other place that allows drugs around children!

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About the Provider

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In Between Time Academy 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. It is open Monday - Sunday, 12:00 AM-11:59 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information: PTQ Level 1;

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

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. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Inspection Type/Date Action needed to correct issue Date Resolved
Licensing
2026-04-10
C.L. and D.P. need current Universal Precautions Training. 2026-05-15
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5)
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers
Licensing
2025-04-10
Three caregivers need a current national criminal history check. 2025-04-16
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e)
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39
Licensing
2024-05-08
Cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of kids were accessible under the kitchen sink. 2024-05-08
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1)
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
Licensing
2024-05-08
Verification of Universal Precautions training is needed for one caregiver. 2024-05-13
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5)
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers
Licensing
2024-05-08
Two caregivers needs to completed the child abuse and neglect training. 2024-05-15
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(3)
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Procedures for preventing, detecting, and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect
Licensing
2024-05-08
One caregiver needs to complete the safe sleep training. 2024-05-13
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2)
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.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray 2023-06-08
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a)
Caregiver (D.P.) did not have a physical in the file.
Licensing
2023-04-27
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. 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2)
A 2 month old infant was asleep in a swing with a blanket.
Licensing
2023-04-27
If more than one (1) infant or toddler in care is bottle fed, all bottles shall be labeled with the childs name 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-7(b)
During the inspection two infants were in care and the bottles were not labeled.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Direct child care providers shall feed infants and toddlers according to their dietary needs and shall hold infants during bottle feedings until they demonstrate their ability to hold their own bottles 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-7(a)
During the visit an infant was not held during the feeding. The infant was sitting in a bouncer seat and the bottle was propped with a blanket.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.) 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a)
A 2 month old infant was asleep in a swing with a blanket.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1)
Items labeled keep out or reach of children were accessible on the bathroom sink and in the closet in the bathroom.
Licensing
2023-04-27
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 2023-07-17
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1)
Caregiver (D.P.) did not have an initial drug screen in the file.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Direct child care providers shall not prop feeding bottles 2023-04-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-7(c)
An infants bottle was propped with a blanket while the infant was sitting in a bouncer seat.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Birth Certificate documentation 2023-06-08
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8)
One kid (K.U.) did not have proof of date of birth in the file.
Licensing
2023-04-27
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 has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age. 2023-06-08
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2)
One kid (D.A.) did not have a physical in the file.
Licensing
2023-04-27
Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities 2023-06-08
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a)
One kid (T.R.) outing form was not signed by a parent or guardian.
Licensing
2022-04-29
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 2022-05-19
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1)
The licensee TB test on file was over one year old.
Licensing
2022-04-29
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 2022-05-05
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1)
The drug screen results were not on file for S.M.
Licensing
2022-04-29
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 2022-05-05
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3)
B.H. consent to release form was expired. It was last completed on 3/25/2021.
Licensing
2022-04-29
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers 2022-05-20
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5)
Verification on in person CPR training was not on file for the licensee C.B. and caregivers A.H., S.M. and B.H.
Licensing
2022-04-29
Birth Certificate documentation 2022-05-02
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8)
A.M. did not have proof of date of birth on file.
Licensing
2021-04-27
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: Childs name and date of birth 2021-04-29
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(a)
One child did not have a birth certificate in the file.
Licensing
2021-04-27
An applicant for a child care home license shall do the following: Submit a statement attesting that the applicant has not been: convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor relating to the health and safety of children 2021-06-03
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28(a)(4)(a)
An attestation needs to be submitted.
Licensing
2021-04-27
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers 2021-05-18
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5)
Verification of annual Universal Precautions training is needed for two caregivers.
Licensing
2020-07-07
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: Childs name and date of birth
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(a)
One child did not have a birth certificate in the file.
Licensing
2020-07-07
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1)
The licensee and three caregivers TB test were over one year old.
Licensing
2020-07-07
Direct child care providers shall keep protective coverings over exposed electrical outlets
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(a)
Covers are needed on the outlets in the kitchen.
Licensing
2019-06-04
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: Childs name and date of birth 2019-06-05
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(a)
One child did not have a birth certificate in the file.
Licensing
2019-06-04
If fans or heaters are used, licensee shall provide models that are protected by safety devices which will not allow a childs fingers to come in contact with the blade or heating element 2019-06-04
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(b)
A fan was accessible to the children.
Licensing
2019-06-04
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 2019-06-26
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1)
Six caregivers did not have an annual TB test on file.
Licensing
2019-06-04
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 2019-06-26
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1)
There was not a drug screen on file for two caregivers.

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