Growing Kids Learning Center

SOUTH BEND, INLicensed CenterLicensed

3.9based on state inspection data
Capacity267
Est. price$1,217/mo

Contact information

Address2601 North Bendix, South Bend, IN, 46628

CitySOUTH BEND, IN 46628

CountyST. JOSEPH

Phone574-288-3992

Operating details

Capacity267

License dateJuly 1, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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2601 North Bendix, South Bend, IN, 46628, SOUTH BEND, IN 46628

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  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: 4/23/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/23/2026

    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

    Diaper creams stored accessible to children in diapering tables in Toddler classrooms and Twos classrooms. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/27/2026

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4707/25/2025

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

    On 7/16/25 a teacher did not activly supervise a pair of children by not intervening in a conflict to safely seperate the children, resulting in injury to the child. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  2. High risk7/18/2025

    Program out of compliance with Supervision requirements.

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

    Corrected 8/18/2025
  3. High riskStandard 4705/21/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-135 — Infant Food Preparation and Storage

    Baby bottles in infant fridge not covered or labeled with name, date, and time prepared. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/21/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/2/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline

    Program self reported on 12/11/24 a teacher swatted a child on their bottom Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/12/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk12/12/2024

    Program out of compliance with 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline

    Complaint on record. Program out of compliance with 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/8/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,217/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH County
  • Capacity: 267
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 2

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