ICAP New Castle Head Start
NEW CASTLE, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address329 S 5th St, New Castle, IN, 47362
CountyHENRY
Phone765-529-4403
Operating details
Capacity180
License dateJanuary 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/23/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High3
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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329 S 5th St, New Castle, IN, 47362, NEW CASTLE, IN 47362
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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: 10/23/2025
- High4
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk10/23/2025
IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1) — Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating
M.R. has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check. (Expired on 7-22-25) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/4/2025 - High riskStandard 47010/23/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-35(a)(2)(d) — In addition to first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), universal precautions, and life saving certification, all directors and persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have, on an annual basis, a minimum of twelve (1
Two staff are missing Health & Safety Modules 1-3 in their files. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/3/2025 - High riskStandard 47010/23/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually
Three staff are missing current Child Abuse Prevention training in their files. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/3/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47010/23/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) da
On child is missing documentation of a Physical exam in their file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/4/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47010/23/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(b) — 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
Three staff are missing documentation of Universal Precautions training in their files. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/3/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 47010/23/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-38(2) — Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Current and complete record of immunization history showing month, day, and year of each immunization.
One child is missing documentation of Immunizations in their file. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/3/2025 - High riskStandard 4704/28/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(3) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: A statewide limited criminal history check completed by the Indiana state police
The provider does not have current documentation of a criminal history check for volunteers B.N., G.M., M.P. & M.D. (all expired on 4/7/25). Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/8/2025
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.
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$640/month
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Typical prices in Indiana — see daycare costs in Indiana by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: NEW CASTLE, HENRY County
- Capacity: 180
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
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