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A Place to Grow
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About
About A Place to Grow
A Place to Grow is a child care center in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is registered with the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 30 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Place to Grow has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for A Place to Grow
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
- License number
- #RM-101615-A
Summary
30 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 30 visits · 20 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Transportation 1
- Other rules 1
For comparison: 70% of Indiana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
“Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
Nov 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
“Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
Sep 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
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 national check is applied for.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-4.1 Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.
“Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
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 follow safe sleep practices.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
Sep 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
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 national check is applied for.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-4.1 Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.
“Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
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 follow safe sleep practices.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
Sep 24, 2025Visit5 rules cited
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
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.
“Consultant observed a 5 month old infant asleep in a swing in the infant classroom. Consultant observed a 8 month old infant asleep in a bouncer in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
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 national check is applied for.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-4.1 Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.
“Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
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 follow safe sleep practices.
“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.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
Aug 5, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
410 IAC 7-24-416 Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
“Complaint- Consultant observed rodent droppings in classrooms and in the kitchen area. Caregivers reported seeing mice periodically throughout the day in parts of the building. Director will send detail action plan on rodent control/removal from building to licensing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
410 IAC 7-24-416 Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
“Complaint- Consultant observed rodent droppings in classrooms and in the kitchen area. Caregivers reported seeing mice periodically throughout the day in parts of the building. Director will send detail action plan on rodent control/removal from building to licensing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.
“The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safe conditions in the facility and on the grounds.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
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Aug 5, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
410 IAC 7-24-416 Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
“Complaint- Consultant observed rodent droppings in classrooms and in the kitchen area. Caregivers reported seeing mice periodically throughout the day in parts of the building. Director will send detail action plan on rodent control/removal from building to licensing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
410 IAC 7-24-416 Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests
“Complaint- Consultant observed rodent droppings in classrooms and in the kitchen area. Caregivers reported seeing mice periodically throughout the day in parts of the building. Director will send detail action plan on rodent control/removal from building to licensing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.
“The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safe conditions in the facility and on the grounds.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
- Jul 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 25, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 28, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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 paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
“1’s Room: There is no toilet paper in the dispenser.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
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 tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
“1’s Room: Changing pad has 4 rips which is unsanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
Jun 28, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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 paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
“1’s Room: There is no toilet paper in the dispenser.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
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 tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change
“1’s Room: Changing pad has 4 rips which is unsanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
- Jan 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 1, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
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.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2023
IAC 3-18-19 Records Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone.
“Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request
“Four children missing documentation of signed Parent's Notice.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
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
“Five staff missing documentation of annual Universal Precautions training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
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 paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
“Toilet to the right in first front bathroom not flushing.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
“Seven children missing documentation of complete immunization records.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2023
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
“-Two pink bottles on door of infant classroom refrigerator not labeled. -One sippy cup on door of infant classroom refrigerator not covered.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
Dec 1, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
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.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2023
IAC 3-18-19 Records Records - Children's emergency contact information, Emergency assistance telephone numbers near a telephone.
“Records: The provider shall maintain the following records and documents at the facility which shall be made available to the verifying agency upon request: Children's emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request
“Four children missing documentation of signed Parent's Notice.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
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
“Five staff missing documentation of annual Universal Precautions training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
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 paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet
“Toilet to the right in first front bathroom not flushing.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough
“Seven children missing documentation of complete immunization records.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2023
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
“-Two pink bottles on door of infant classroom refrigerator not labeled. -One sippy cup on door of infant classroom refrigerator not covered.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
May 31, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Validated complaint
“Provider did not maintain compliance with drinking water being readily available and dispensed.”
Validated complaint
May 31, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Validated complaint
“Provider did not maintain compliance with drinking water being readily available and dispensed.”
Validated complaint
Feb 21, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
“Provider did not maintain compliance with safe sleep practices.”
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FAQ
Questions about A Place to Grow
Is A Place to Grow licensed?
Yes. A Place to Grow is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.
When was A Place to Grow last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 30 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Place to Grow had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 12 of 30 visits in the last 3 years; 18 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 70% of Indiana daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Does A Place to Grow accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Place to Grow's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Place to Grow cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (317) 413-7958 to ask.
What is A Place to Grow's phone number?
(317) 413-7958.
Where is A Place to Grow?
4837 Oakbrook Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46254. The nearest other daycare we list is Agape Caring Hearts Childcare Ministry, 0.5 miles away.