P.O.L.O Childcare

GARY, INLicensed HomeLicensed

2.8based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$1,319/mo

Contact information

AddressGARY, IN, 46407

CityGARY, IN 46407

CountyLAKE

Phone219-292-2975

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateApril 1, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low6
  • Low0

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Location

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GARY, IN, 46407, GARY, IN 46407

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low5
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4702/3/2026

    470 IAC 3-1.1-48(b) — 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

    A space heater was accessible in the back area of the daycare. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4702/3/2026

    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 b

    Current Universal Precautions is needed for the licensee and one caregiver. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  3. High risk2/3/2026

    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

    The licensee and one caregiver needs a current national criminal history check (fingerprints). Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/20/2026
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4702/3/2026

    470 IAC 3-1.1-46(m) — Licensee shall provide a two and one-half (2) pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher which shall be located on each floor of the building in which child care services are provided, including an additional extinguishe

    Two fire extinguishers need to be tagged and inspected. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-Low riskStandard 4702/3/2026

    470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) — 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 ch

    One kid did not have a physical in the file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a) — Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    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

    Cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of kids were accessible under the kitchen and bathroom sink. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) — 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 ch

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  4. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(1) — Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign an enrollment form for the child

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) — The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children

    The water temperature was 141 degrees fahrenheit. The water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  6. Medium risk1/28/2025

    IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) — Birth Certificate documentation

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) — The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) — Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) — 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 ch

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025
  10. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/28/2025

    470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(d) — Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: The names of adults authorized to pick the child up from the home

    Some kids did not have a file onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 2/19/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

24Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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

$1,319/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: GARY, LAKE County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Licensed Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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