Hope & Joy Academy
BROWNSBURG, IN·Unlicensed Registered MinistryLicensed
Contact information
Address3350 N. SR 267, Brownsburg, IN, 46112
CountyHENDRICKS
Phone317-732-7603
Operating details
License dateJuly 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High7
- Medium13
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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3350 N. SR 267, Brownsburg, IN, 46112, BROWNSBURG, IN 46112
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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: 3/25/2026
- High5
- Medium-High7
- Medium13
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 4703/25/2026
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
At time of visit, food in refrigerator was not labeled with date of preparation. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/26/2026 - Medium-High risk3/25/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) — Discipline
A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/26/2026 - High risk3/25/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) — A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the child
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/26/2026 - Medium riskStandard 4103/25/2026
410 IAC 7-24-288 — Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining
At time of visit, drainboard missing for drying dishes. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 3/26/2026 - Medium risk3/24/2026
No standard description available
Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 4/16/2026 - Medium-High risk2/3/2026
IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry 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.
At time of visit, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/4/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 47010/30/2025
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
Dry goods missing dates on opening packages in the kitchen. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/19/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 47010/30/2025
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
Swing set is less than 6 feet away from the fence. Swings hit up against the fence. Broken fencing along divider of playgrounds. Mulch is low under swings and door way that have exposed tarp for potential trip hazards. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/19/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47010/30/2025
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
Room 106 restroom has a hole in the wall. Room 105 restroom has a crack in sink. Soft foam blocks are torn. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/19/2025 - High risk8/22/2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) — All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 9/11/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4706/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tigh
Complaint- Child was not completely cleaned after diaper change. Consultant observed caregivers not washing hands after diaper changes. Items in handwashing sinks. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/18/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4706/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) — Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
Consultnat observed caregivers not washing hands of children after diaper changing. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/18/2025 - Medium risk6/16/2025
No standard description available
Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/20/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tigh
In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash hands before restocking fresh diapers in shelf unit. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) — Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash child's hands before returning to playing with the toys. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - High risk5/28/2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) — Child Abuse and Neglect
Child Abuse and Neglect Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
At time of visit, sheets and blankets were touching and hanging over on stacked cots in the butterfly classroom. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium-High risk5/28/2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) — Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill______________
Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
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
At time of visit, Caregivers personal bags and purses were accessible to children. Cabinets have deterrants (not locks) and some allowed door to open. Others were stored in unlocked closets within reach of children. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
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
Multiple restrooms had Paper towel on the back of toilets or on the floor. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium-High risk5/28/2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) — Sanitation Standards
Sanitation Standards Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4705/28/2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) — Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
At time of file review, 5 caregivers missing Universal Precautions. Please submit certificates to consultant upon completion. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 6/16/2025 - Medium-High risk1/15/2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) — Discipline
A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 2/5/2025 - Medium risk1/13/2025
No standard description available
Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/17/2025
2024
- High risk12/4/2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) — All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/5/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$889/month
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About this daycare
- Location: BROWNSBURG, HENDRICKS County
- Type: Unlicensed Registered Ministry
- Years in operation: 0
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