KinderCare at Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND, INLicensed CenterLicensed

3.6based on state inspection data
Capacity167
Est. price$1,120/mo

Contact information

Address19375 White Field Way, South Bend, IN, 46556

CitySOUTH BEND, IN 46556

CountyST. JOSEPH

Phone574-381-9099

Operating details

Capacity167

License dateFebruary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low5
  • Low0

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Location

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19375 White Field Way, South Bend, IN, 46556, SOUTH BEND, IN 46556

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/6/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low5
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(9) — The center shall post the following items: Approved first aid directives in each child care area

    First Aid Directives not posted in classrooms Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) — 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 childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs

    One child file missing birth certificate on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026
  3. High riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g) — If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured

    Time of preparation missing from multiple bottles in infant classroom fridges. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026
  4. Medium riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals

    Serving times not documented on menus. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026
  5. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the

    Parents employer address, phone number, and working hours missing in enrollment application. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/9/2026
  6. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    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 physi

    Out of five child files reviewed, information on Dentist left blank in four child files. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026
  7. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) — 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: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cogniti

    Information on child's development missing in enrollment application. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
  8. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/6/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, othe

    Address information missing on authorized to pick up forms in four child files. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/6/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 47011/7/2025

    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

    Cleaning closet in Gym unlocked with chemicals stored accessible. Teacher purse stored in lower cabinet in Infants 5. Crock pot accessible in Multipurpose room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 47011/7/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision

    On 10/29/25 a toddler was left unattended in the hallway for approximately 5 minuets, leaving the child unsupervised by a qualified caregiver. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 47011/7/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g) — If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured

    Baby bottles stored in fridge not labeled with time prepared. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 47011/7/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision

    On 10/29/25 a toddler was left unattended in the hallway for approximately 5 minuets, leaving the child out of ratio 1:0. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 47011/7/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) — The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day

    Program is not serving children a morning snack. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  6. High risk10/30/2025

    Program out of compliance with ratio requirements

    Complaint on record. Program out of compliance with ratio requirements Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 12/12/2025
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 4707/23/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-91(d)(1) — Emergency Equipment and Procedures

    Thermometers not present in classroom fridges/freezers Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 7/25/2025
  8. Medium riskStandard 4707/23/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene

    Program does not have a stove on site Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 7/25/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 4707/23/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.5-3(b) — Plumbing and Sewage Disposal

    Program does not have approved first aid directives posted Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 7/25/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

17Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,120/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH County
  • Capacity: 167
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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