A Kid's World, Inc. Child Care Center
NEW ALBANY, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address3215 Ballard Lane, New Albany, IN, 47150
CountyFLOYD
Phone812-944-3456
Operating details
Capacity146
License dateApril 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High12
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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3215 Ballard Lane, New Albany, IN, 47150, NEW ALBANY, IN 47150
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: 6/9/2026
- High8
- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 4706/9/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Observed 5 two year olds during nap time alone with a caregiver with no current background check on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 4706/9/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Observed 5 two year olds during nap time alone with a caregiver with no current background check on file. This created a ratio of 0:5. The ratio should have been 1:9. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - High risk1/29/2026
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.
Observed one caregiver present with children without a background check on file that is associated with the program. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/9/2026 - High riskStandard 4701/29/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-19 — Posted items
The following items are not posted in all child care areas: -Ratio Chart -Handwashing Procedures -Diaper Changing Procedures -Infant Feeding Plan (must be posted on the wall in classroom with infants present) -First Aid Directives Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/9/2026 - Medium riskStandard 4701/29/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-21 — Director qualifications
Observed program to not have a qualified director onsite. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/9/2026
2025
- High riskStandard 4702/12/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
During a PTQ visit the one year old classroom was not in ratio with 5:1 due to one of the children not being able to walk unassisted. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/10/2025 - Medium risk2/6/2025
No standard description available
Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/28/2025
2024
- Medium-High risk10/28/2024
IC 12-17.2-4-4.1(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.
Observed a new employee in the infant room that did not have safe sleep training. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - High riskStandard 47010/28/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Observed ratio to not be followed in the following rooms; infant room was 5:0, 3 year old room was 7:0, this was due to staff not having a current background check on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - High riskStandard 47010/28/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Observed children to not be supervised in the infant room due to staff in that room not having current background checks on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 47010/28/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-141 — Infant/Toddler Sleeping
Observed a 3 month old infant boy sleeping in a bouncer that was placed inside of a crib. Observed a 6 month old infant girl that was asleep in a crib with a bib on. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - Medium riskStandard 47010/28/2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-128 — Infant/toddler room furnishings; general
Observed a bouncer seat inside a crib. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - High risk10/28/2024
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.
Observed 3 staff members to not have current background checks on file, observed 3 staff to not have current consent forms on file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/8/2024 - Medium risk10/25/2024
No standard description available
Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/2/2024
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.
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About this daycare
- Location: NEW ALBANY, FLOYD County
- Capacity: 146
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
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