Young Minds Developement Center

MISHAWAKA, INLicensed CenterLicensed

1.9based on state inspection data
Capacity82
Est. price$1,182/mo

Contact information

Address1026 Dodge Ave, Mishawaka, IN, 46544

CityMISHAWAKA, IN 46544

CountyST. JOSEPH

Phone574-703-3506

Operating details

Capacity82

License dateApril 1, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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1026 Dodge Ave, Mishawaka, IN, 46544, MISHAWAKA, IN 46544

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/19/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4705/19/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline

    Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 4705/19/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation

    Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 4705/19/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times

    Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk4/22/2026

    No standard description available

    Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  5. Medium risk4/20/2026

    No standard description available

    Complaint on record. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  6. Medium riskStandard 4701/5/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director

    Program does not currently have a qualified director. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/8/2026
  7. Medium riskStandard 4701/5/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal

    Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/8/2026
  8. Medium riskStandard 4101/5/2026

    410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage

    Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/8/2026
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 4701/5/2026

    470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children

    Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/8/2026

2025

  1. High risk5/14/2025

    Program out of compliance with Ratio/Supervision

    Complaint on record. Program out of compliance with Ratio/Supervision Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 6/2/2025
  2. High riskStandard 4705/14/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision

    On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/15/2025
  3. High riskStandard 4705/14/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision

    On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0 Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/15/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 4705/14/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen

    Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 5/30/2025
  5. High riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test

    Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/23/2025
  6. Medium riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    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

    Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  7. Medium riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided

    Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/23/2025
  8. High riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    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

    Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  9. Medium-Low riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — 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 the childs physi

    Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  10. Medium riskStandard 4701/22/2025

    470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment

    Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.

    Corrected 1/23/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

21Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,182/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: MISHAWAKA, ST. JOSEPH County
  • Capacity: 82
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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