St. John's Childcare
NEW HAVEN, IN·Unlicensed Registered MinistryLicensed
Contact information
Address204 Rufus St, New Haven, IN, 46774
CountyALLEN
Phone260-749-9220
Operating details
License dateOctober 1, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High11
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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204 Rufus St, New Haven, IN, 46774, NEW HAVEN, IN 46774
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
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/17/2026
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 4703/17/2026
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from co
Previously opened food items were not labeled with open date: snacks on counter and infant snacks. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 4703/17/2026
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the
Two bottles in refrigerator were labeled with names but no dates, and one bottle was not labeled with name or date. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 4703/17/2026
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not mo
At time of visit a 3-year old female child was asleep on a couch. This is a repeat citation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/18/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 4709/4/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' were accessible as follows: -Cubby area had bebe Diaper Rash Creme Spray. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 9/5/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4709/4/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the
Refrigerator had a sippy cup of what looked like milk that was not labeled with name or date, a bottle with no date, and a bottle with no name or date, and unlabeled food items. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 9/5/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4709/4/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable p
Two potty chairs were located in bathroom. Toilets must be capable of flushing. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 9/5/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4709/4/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from co
Previously opened food items must be labeled with date opened. Program had cereal boxes, and infant snacks that were not dated, and open food items in freezer that were not labeled with date opened. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 9/5/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 4703/3/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not mo
At time of visit, two preschool age children were sleeping on couches. Children one year and up must sleep on approved cots; infants must sleep in cribs. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/4/2025
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
$889/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.
Typical prices in Indiana — see daycare costs in Indiana by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: NEW HAVEN, ALLEN County
- Type: Unlicensed Registered Ministry
- Years in operation: 2
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