Apple Tree Learning Center
SOUTH BEND, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4445 South Linden Road, South Bend, IN, 46614
CountyST. JOSEPH
Phone574-291-3333
Operating details
Capacity110
License dateApril 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High3
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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4445 South Linden Road, South Bend, IN, 46614, SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/17/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 4703/17/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(5) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: An annual written evaluation of the employees performance
Annual Evaluations for 2025 not kept in records Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 4/1/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 4703/17/2026
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
Teacher purse acessible to children in open locker in 4/5s classroom. Three bottles of cream and lotion labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored acessible on a reachable locker in preschool classroom. Jug of hand santizer labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" acessible on entryway tables. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/17/2026 - Medium riskStandard 4703/17/2026
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 vo
Universal Precautions training for all staff expired. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/27/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 4703/4/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
4/5s: broom and dust pans stored in childrens bathroom. Twos: broom, extra clothes, cloth bins, cloth bibs, towels, and toys stored in childrens bathroom. Threes: Teacher jackets and laundry stored in childrens bathroom. Toddlers: Toilet brush, plunger, and chairs stored in childrens bathroom. Toilet brush and plunger stored in childrens hallway bathroom. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/4/2025 - High risk3/4/2025
IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) — 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 Federal Bureau of Investigation.
One staff member with expired consent form in database Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/4/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4703/4/2025
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
Teacher purse stored in a cabinet behind a child lock in the threes. Teacher purse stored on floor in infant changing room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/4/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,120/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Indiana — see daycare costs in Indiana by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH County
- Capacity: 110
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 0
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