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Miss Gooch Childcare Academy

INDIANAPOLIS, INLicensed CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity43
Est. price$1,244/mo

Contact information

Address1990 N Arlington Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46218

CityINDIANAPOLIS, IN 46218

CountyMARION

Phone317-377-4077

Operating details

Capacity43

License dateMay 28, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/24/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1990 N Arlington Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46218, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46218

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Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/24/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 34/24/2025

    3-4.7-1(24) (1) — All child care providers are at least eighteen (18) years old and have a HS Diploma or equivalent.

    One caregiver missing high school diploma or equivalent. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/5/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-38(1) — Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature dated no earlier than twelve (12) months pr

    One child missing physical. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/16/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-41 — Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records

    One caregiver missing physical; one caregiver missing current TB test results. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/9/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of any person, othe

    Two children missing authorized pick up and emergency contact. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/30/2025
  5. Medium-Low riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs

    Two children missing birth certificate or other legal proof of age. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/2/2025
  6. Medium riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or vo

    Two caregivers missing current universal precautions training. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 4/30/2025
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 4704/24/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-35 — In-service staff training

    One caregiver missing first aid training. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/2/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

13Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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

$1,244/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: INDIANAPOLIS, MARION County
  • Capacity: 43
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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