LaPetite Academy
MISHAWAKA, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address130 East Catalpa Drive, Mishawaka, IN, 46545
CountyST. JOSEPH
Phone574-255-3701
Operating details
Capacity109
License dateMay 8, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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130 East Catalpa Drive, Mishawaka, IN, 46545, MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/22/2026
- High0
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 4704/22/2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
Program does not currently have a qualified director Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 4/22/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 4706/19/2025
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 purses accessible to children in classroom cabinets in Toddler room and Twos classroom. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/19/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4706/19/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-53(d) — The center shall provide individual storage so that one (1) childs cover does not touch the cover of another child
Blankets stored touching in the 2.5s classroom Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/19/2025
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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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,120/month
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Typical prices in Indiana — see daycare costs in Indiana by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: MISHAWAKA, ST. JOSEPH County
- Capacity: 109
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 0
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