Kid's Place Childcare

GARY, INLicensed HomeLicensed

1.9based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$1,319/mo

Contact information

AddressGARY, IN, 46403

CityGARY, IN 46403

CountyLAKE

Phone219-981-8384

Operating details

Capacity12

License dateJuly 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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Location

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GARY, IN, 46403, GARY, IN 46403

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: 4/16/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) — Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times

    On 4/9/2026 the daycare did not have the proper number of qualified caregiver directly caring for the number of children while they were outside playing in the fenced in play area. Children are considered unsupervised without a qualfied caregiver present. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/9/2026
  2. High riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    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

    On 4/9/2026 the daycare did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the kids that were in attendance. They had one qualified caregiver with fifteen kids of mixed ages and the required ratio for that age group is 15:2. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/9/2026
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    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 were accessible in a low kitchen cabinet. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/16/2026
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    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

    The licensee and two caregivers did not have current Universal Precautions Training. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/16/2026
  5. Medium riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    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

    Two kids did not have a physical. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/15/2026
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/16/2026

    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

    A riding lawn mower was accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/16/2026
  7. High risk4/16/2026

    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

    S.F. has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/27/2026
  8. High risk3/3/2026

    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

    One caregiver that was present national criminal history check (fingerprints) expired on 9/14/2025 and need to be updated. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 3/13/2026

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 4705/1/2025

    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

    A current TB test is needed for two caregivers. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/15/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4705/1/2025

    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

    Two kids did not have immunization records in the file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/12/2025
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 4705/1/2025

    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

    Four kids did not have a signed outing form in the file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/9/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4705/1/2025

    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

    Several dirt bikes, air conditioner condenser units and a lawn mower were accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/9/2025
  5. Medium risk5/1/2025

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

    One kid did not have proof of date of birth in the file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/7/2025
  6. Medium-Low riskStandard 4705/1/2025

    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

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

    Corrected 5/9/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

20Total Violations
7Recent 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: 0

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