The Nest Schools, Inc Carmel
CARMEL, IN·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address10216 N Michigan Rd, Carmel, IN, 46032
CityCARMEL, IN 46032
CountyHAMILTON
Phone614-843-1263
Operating details
Capacity176
License dateMay 27, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
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Location
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10216 N Michigan Rd, Carmel, IN, 46032, CARMEL, IN 46032
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/20/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 47011/20/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-36 — Childrens admission records
1 child's file missing documentation of a signed physical. 1 child's file missing documentation of current immunizations. Send documentation to consultant. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/15/2025 - Medium riskStandard 47011/20/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113 — Bathrooms
In the Penguins room there was one toilet without toilet paper. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/17/2025 - High riskStandard 47011/20/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116 — Kitchen and food preparation areas
In the fridge there was 4 containers of food not labeled or dated. In a cabinet there was a bag of rice not sealed or dated. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 12/1/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 47011/20/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
Items labeled Keep out of Reach of Children were found accessible in the following areas: Cardinal B had a bag of sunscreens in a low cabinet behind a child deterrent and instant cold packs, antiseptic wipes, and disinfectant wipes in the first aid bag under the sink behind a child deterrent. Penguins B room had 7 containers of wet wipes that state keep out of reach of children under the sink. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 11/24/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4707/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(c)(1) — The feeding plan for each infant shall include and list the following: The specified kind and amount of food or formula to be offered
On July 3rd, the caregiver in the infant room did not follow the infant's individual feeding plan by providing them formula that was not their own. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 7/18/2025 - Medium-Low riskStandard 4707/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(g) — Caregivers shall adjust to infants individual feeding schedules
On July 3rd, the caregiver in the infant room did not follow the infant's individual feeding plan by providing them formula that wasn't part of their scheduled meal. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 7/18/2025 - High riskStandard 4707/17/2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(f) — The center shall post a copy of the childs feeding plan for use by food preparation personnel and the person responsible for feeding the child
At the time of inspection, infant feeding plans were not posted or available in the infant classroom. Source: Indiana FSSA Child Care Finder / INspect Child Care.
Corrected 7/18/2025
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.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,120/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: CARMEL, HAMILTON County
- Capacity: 176
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 0
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