Kids First Academy
HIGHLAND, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2450 Lincoln Street, Highland, IN, 46322
CountyLAKE
Phone219-923-5437
Operating details
Capacity101
License dateFebruary 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/22/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
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Location
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2450 Lincoln Street, Highland, IN, 46322, HIGHLAND, IN 46322
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: 11/22/2024
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2024
- Medium risk11/22/2024
IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Two staff members missing drug test results. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/3/2024 - Medium riskStandard 47011/22/2024
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
Two staff members missing current Universal Precautions training. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/28/2024 - Medium riskStandard 47011/22/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) — Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tubercul
One staff member missing TB test results. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/26/2024
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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: HIGHLAND, LAKE County
- Capacity: 101
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
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