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Gary, IN 46407 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Baby Genius Academy
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 7 days
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About
About Baby Genius Academy
Baby Genius Academy is a licensed home daycare in Gary, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open every day, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpen until 11:59 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Baby Genius Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #45-452423
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 10 visits · 30 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Records and paperwork 10
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Background checks 6
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Transportation 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Jun 10, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“Three kids did not have immunization records in the file.”
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Two kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Five kids did not have a physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 27, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-5-18(a) A licensee shall keep records regarding each child in the control and care of the licensee as the division requires and shall report to the division, upon request, the facts the division requires with reference to children
“Upon arrival the kid files were not on site.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(e) The following child to staff ratios apply: Type of Home Child:Staff Ratio Infant/Toddler Mixed (Birth-24 months) 6:1* *Two (2) of the six (6) children must be at least sixteen (16) months of age and walking. Otherwise the ratio is 4:1. Mixed Age Groups (Birth-6 years) 10:1* *No more than three (3) of the ten (10) children may be under sixteen (16) months of age and must be walking. 3 years and older (3-10 years) 12:1
“Upon arrival three unqualified caregivers were on site and caring for two kids. Only qualified caregivers count in the child to staff ratio. The provider arrived during the visit.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025
IC 12-17.2-5-18.2(a) At least one(1) adult individual who maintains current certification in a course of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care home shall be present at all times when a child is in the care of a child care home. Certifications accepted under this subsection must include a live return demonstration of skills.
“Upon arrival there was not a qualified caregiver on site with current CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times
“Upon arrival two kids were present with three unqualified caregivers. The provider arrived during the visit.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025
IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39
“Three unqualified caregivers that were on site did not submit a consent to release form, therefore completion of the national criminal history check couldn't be verified.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age
“Upon arrival three unqualified caregivers were on site prior to a consent to release form being submitted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“One kid did not have immunization records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“One kid did not have proof of date of birth in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Three kids did not have a physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age
“One caregivers TB Test is still expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
“A drug screen is still needed for one caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
Jun 13, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. Three kids need a physical.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(1) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign an enrollment form for the child
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. An enrollment is needed for the three kids.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-45(d) The licensee shall provide a protected outdoor play area that is safely enclosed by either a fence or natural boundaries for children in care
“Part of the fence surrounding the outdoor play area was not properly secured. There was a gap at the bottom of the fencing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39
“One caregiver that was present did not submit a consent to release form, therefore completion of the fingerprints couldn't be verified. One caregivers fingerprints were expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
“A caregiver was working in the home prior to having a drug screen completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(d) Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: The names of adults authorized to pick the child up from the home
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. The adults authorized to pick up the kids is needed for the three kids.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a) Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. A parental outing form is needed for the three kids.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. Proof of date of birth is needed for the three kids.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age
“One caregiver that was present did not have a completed consent to release form on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. Three kids need an emergency medical release form on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age
“Verification of a current TB test is needed for two caregivers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. A discipline policy and a supsension and expulsion policy is needed for the three kids.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(11) Daily attendance records for children in the child care home which shall be maintained for at least two (2) years at the child care home site
“There were not any attendance records on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers
“Verification on current Universal Precautions training is needed for two caregivers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“Three kids that were present did not have a file onsite. Three kids need immunization records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(1) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: The child care home inspection checklist
“Verification of 12 annual training hours are needed for the licensee and two caregivers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
- Jun 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Baby Genius Academy
Is Baby Genius Academy licensed?
Yes. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Baby Genius Academy last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Baby Genius Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 4 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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.
How many children can Baby Genius Academy care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Baby Genius Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Baby Genius Academy's hours?
Every day, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Baby Genius Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 381-4762 to ask.
What is Baby Genius Academy's phone number?
(219) 381-4762.
Where is Baby Genius Academy?
Gary, IN 46407. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.