DICKMAN DAYCARE & TEDDY BEAR PRESCHOOL
FORT BRANCH, IN·Licensed HomeLicensed
Contact information
AddressFORT BRANCH, IN, 47648
CountyGIBSON
Phone812-753-3380
Operating details
Capacity12
License dateJuly 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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FORT BRANCH, IN, 47648, FORT BRANCH, IN 47648
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
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- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- 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: 5/22/2025
- High6
- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 4705/22/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) — Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certi
Physical for 1 household member does not meet Division's requirements at time of visit. *Send documentation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/12/2025 - High riskStandard 4705/22/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) — Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times
10 month old sleeping behind closed door at time of visit. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/22/2025 - High riskStandard 4705/22/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) — The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) yea
Consent/Background check missing for 1 household member at time of visit. *Submit thru I-Lead. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium risk5/22/2025
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
Drug test results missing for 1 household member at time of visit. *Send documentation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/22/2025 - High riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) — Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times
Upon arrival, 11 children present with 1 caregiver outside on porch and 1 5 month old infant sleeping inside in pack in play in familyroom at time of visit. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/7/2025 - High riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) — The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) yea
Background check/Consent missing for 1 household member present at time of visit. *Submit thru I-Lead. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/27/2025 - High riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(e) — The following child to staff ratios apply: Type of Home Child:Staff Ratio Infant/Toddler Mixed (Birth-24 months) 6:1* *Two (2) of the six (6) children must be at least sixteen (16) months of age and walking. Otherwise the ratio is
Upon arrival, 11 children present with 1 caregiver outside on porch and 1 5 month old infant sleeping inside in pack in play in familyroom at time of visit. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/7/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) — Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certi
Physical missing for 1 household member present at time of visit. *Send documentation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/12/2025 - High risk5/7/2025
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
Fingerprint receipt missing for 1 household member present at time of visit. *Submit thru I-Lead. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium-High risk5/7/2025
IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(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.
5 month old sleeping on blankets and mattress in pack in play with mobile attached, burp cloth draped over side and note attached in familyroom at time of visit. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/7/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) — The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age
TB results expired for 1 caregiver present and missing for 1 household member present at time of visit. *Send documentation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/15/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4705/7/2025
470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) — Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or
5 month old sleeping on blankets and mattress in pack in play with mobile attached, burp cloth draped over side and note attached in familyroom at time of visit. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/7/2025 - Medium risk5/7/2025
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
Drug test results missing for 1 household member present at time of visit. *Send documentation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/22/2025
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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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- 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
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: FORT BRANCH, GIBSON County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Licensed Home
- Years in operation: 1
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