North Vermillion Head Start
114 N Division St, Cayuga, IN
Childrens' Cottage
- licensed capacity
- 16
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Childrens' Cottage
Childrens' Cottage is a licensed home daycare in Cayuga, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 16 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 16 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
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 | 16 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Childrens' Cottage has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Childrens' Cottage
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 16 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #83-0421
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safe sleep 4
- Safety and hazards 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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- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) A licensee 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.
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.)
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
“Items labeled "Keep out of the reach of children" were accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) A licensee 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.
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.)
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
Jan 30, 2026Visit5 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) A licensee 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.
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.)
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
“Items labeled "Keep out of the reach of children" were accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) A licensee 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.
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.)
“Four month old male swaddled with a blanket sleeping in a swing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Childrens' Cottage
Is Childrens' Cottage 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 Childrens' Cottage last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childrens' Cottage had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Childrens' Cottage care for?
16, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Childrens' Cottage accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Childrens' Cottage'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 Childrens' Cottage cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (812) 240-5720 to ask.
What is Childrens' Cottage's phone number?
(812) 240-5720.
Where is Childrens' Cottage?
Cayuga, IN 47928. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.