Learning by Faith Childcare Ministry
3229 South Washington Street, Marion, IN
Early Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 84
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Early Head Start
Early Head Start is a licensed child care center in Marion, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 84 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. It describes its programs: early head start and special-needs / inclusion care.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 84 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Early Head Start and special-needs / inclusion care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 84 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Early Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 84 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #125434
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 30, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 5 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-55(a)(2) Any person, while on child care center premises, shall not engage in or direct any of the following actions toward children: Hit, spank, beat, shake, pinch, or any other measure that produces physical discomfort
“A citation is issued for inappropriate discipline based on multiple incidents reported during staff interviews. Although no specific dates were provided, staff accounts identified several instances in which children were subjected to disciplinary actions that do not comply with program policy or state regulations. One incident involved a child being slapped on the hand during lunchtime after being told “no.” This incident was directly witnessed by staff who was present in the classroom and could hear the slap at the time. Staff reported that the slap occurred as a response to the child’s behavior and was not an approved or developmentally appropriate method of guidance. Additional incidents of concern were reported during interviews, but the program was unable to provide dates or supporting documentation for any of the occurrences. The multiple staff reports indicate a pattern of disciplinary practices that fail to meet required standards for safe and appropriate child guidance.”
Dec 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Items accessible to children in Room E: bleach water spray on top of low paper towel holder in children's restroom, Clorox wipes and children's Tylenol in unlocked cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
“Toilet brush in children's restroom in Room E. Toilet brushes are not sanitizable.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Items accessible to children in Room E: bleach water spray on top of low paper towel holder in children's restroom, Clorox wipes and children's Tylenol in unlocked cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
“Toilet brush in children's restroom in Room E. Toilet brushes are not sanitizable.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
- Dec 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Program self-reported an incident where a caregiver left her classroom out of direct supervision, leaving the classroom out of ratio with no qualified caregiver, 0:2”
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Program self-reported an incident where a caregiver left her classroom out of direct supervision.”
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Early Head Start
Is Early Head Start 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 Early Head Start last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on June 30, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Early Head Start care for?
84, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Early Head Start accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Head Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (765) 668-8961 to ask.
What is Early Head Start's phone number?
(765) 668-8961.
Where is Early Head Start?
2724 S Carey Street, Marion, IN 46953. The nearest other daycare we list is Learning by Faith Childcare Ministry, 0.6 miles away.