Pjs Childcare
SOUTH BEND, IN·Unlicensed Registered MinistryLicensed
Contact information
Address1802 praire ave, South bend, IN, 46613
CountyST. JOSEPH
Phone574-300-1286
Operating details
License dateJanuary 1, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High5
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1802 praire ave, South bend, IN, 46613, SOUTH BEND, IN 46613
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- 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: 1/30/2026
- High6
- Medium-High5
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk1/30/2026
IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
One staff member had expired finger print receipt (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - Medium-High risk1/30/2026
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.
Upon arrival infant was observed sleeping in carseat. (Health violation.) Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - Medium riskStandard 4701/30/2026
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
2 staff members present had expired universal precaution trainings Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - High risk1/30/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-12 — Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that
Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that national check is applied for. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - Medium-High risk1/30/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 — Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - Medium-High risk1/30/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) — Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026 - Medium-High risk1/30/2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) — A provider who cares for children who are less than 12 months of age shall complete a training course in safe sleep practices, approved by the Divison. Ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than 12 months of age fol
A provider who cares for children who are less than 12 months of age: Ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than 12 months of age follow safe sleep practices. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 1/31/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 47010/24/2025
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
Cleaning wipes and soap refill accessible in closet of toddler room. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - High risk10/24/2025
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.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 47010/24/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in
Unable to find thermometer in freezer. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 47010/24/2025
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
Open food not dated in refrigerator. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 41010/24/2025
410 IAC 7-24-389 — Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
Lid missing on trash can in kitchen Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 47010/24/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) — Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in
Unable to find thermometer in refrigerator. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 4701/2/2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a) — Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other
Did not observe copy of cleaning schedule Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/6/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4101/2/2025
410 IAC 7-24-128 — Hand cleaning and drying procedure
Kitchen missing copy of retail establishment guide Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 5/6/2025
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: SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH County
- Type: Unlicensed Registered Ministry
- Years in operation: 1
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