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Fort Wayne, IN 46808 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Foundations First Child Care Ministry
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About Foundations First Child Care Ministry
Foundations First Child Care Ministry is a child care center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is registered with the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Enrichment | Cooking and baking, organizational skills, typing and technology |
| Staff | Assistant Director Mary earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) certification |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (school transportation) |
| Languages | American Sign Language (ASL) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Foundations First Child Care Ministry has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Foundations First Child Care Ministry
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
- License number
- #RM-101957-A
Summary
31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 31 visits · 38 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 13
- Safety and hazards 8
- Food and nutrition 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Background checks 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Sep 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Infant refrigerator at 48 degrees with bottles present.”
45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.
“Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”
Sep 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Infant refrigerator at 48 degrees with bottles present.”
45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.
“Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”
- May 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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
“Four of ten child files reviewed missing current immunization records.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
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
“Breakfast food tub, with food in it, was placed on top of changing table at breakfast service.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Cafe door was unlocked, cleaners and bleach accessible in low cabinets.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
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: May 4, 2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11.1 Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. -Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date. or A medical exempt statement from a physician OR a religious belief exemption statement from the parent.
“Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date).”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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
“Four of ten child files reviewed missing current immunization records.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
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
“Breakfast food tub, with food in it, was placed on top of changing table at breakfast service.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Cafe door was unlocked, cleaners and bleach accessible in low cabinets.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
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: May 4, 2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11.1 Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. -Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date. or A medical exempt statement from a physician OR a religious belief exemption statement from the parent.
“Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date).”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
- Nov 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Nov 3, 2025Inspection4 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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
“Kitchen had previously opened items that were not labeled with date opened: peanut butter, rice, bread.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 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: Nov 3, 2025
Nov 3, 2025Inspection4 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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
“Kitchen had previously opened items that were not labeled with date opened: peanut butter, rice, bread.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 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: Nov 3, 2025
Nov 3, 2025Visit4 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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
“Kitchen had previously opened items that were not labeled with date opened: peanut butter, rice, bread.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
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.
“At time of visit an 11 month old male was asleep in a crib with a pacifier attached to a tether.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 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: Nov 3, 2025
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“At time of visit, teacher bags were observed on top of a desk in the hallway outside the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
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
“At time of visit, consultant observed staff in Little Planters room did not wash their hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
“Cribs in infant room were placed less than the required three feet apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
“At time of visit, consultant observed lunch being served in Learning Branches classroom by staff who was not wearing an apron or a hair restraint.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Bottles in Infant room refrigerator were not labeled with date filled. Container of infant cereal was not labeled with open date. Small containers with what appeared to be infant cereal were not labeled with date filled, or child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“At time of visit, consultant observed a sippy cup containing formula or milk, on top of the refrigerator. When asked, staff stated it was being saved until later when child wakes up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“At time of visit, consultant observed staff in Little Planters room did not wash child's hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
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
“Water temperature at handwashing sink in Infant/Toddler area measured at 134.7 degrees. Water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
Jun 9, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“At time of visit, teacher bags were observed on top of a desk in the hallway outside the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
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
“At time of visit, consultant observed staff in Little Planters room did not wash their hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
“Cribs in infant room were placed less than the required three feet apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
“At time of visit, consultant observed lunch being served in Learning Branches classroom by staff who was not wearing an apron or a hair restraint.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Bottles in Infant room refrigerator were not labeled with date filled. Container of infant cereal was not labeled with open date. Small containers with what appeared to be infant cereal were not labeled with date filled, or child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“At time of visit, consultant observed a sippy cup containing formula or milk, on top of the refrigerator. When asked, staff stated it was being saved until later when child wakes up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“At time of visit, consultant observed staff in Little Planters room did not wash child's hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
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
“Water temperature at handwashing sink in Infant/Toddler area measured at 134.7 degrees. Water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
- Dec 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of Children' accessible as follows: Sprouts room had A&D ointment, Desitin, Aquaphor, Hydrocortisone cream, Boudreaux Butt Paste under diapering table in tubs, behind a deterrent; Little Planters had A&D ointment, Baby Bare Sunscreen, Desitin, Calmoseptine, Gentle Steps Petroleum Jelly in tubs in cubby area; and a Swiffer Mop with Swiffer cleaner attached; Core room had shaving cream and a teacher bag in a storage area behind a curtain, and candles on top of a low shelf.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Multiple smoke alarms chirping throughout program.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
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
“Bathroom in downstairs hallway had toilet paper stored on top of hand dryer in two bathrooms. Plunger and cleaning brush stored in stall in two bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
“At time of visit, one staff member had expired fingerprints.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
“Trash cans in kitchen did not have lids. Trash cans containing food waste must be covered with a tightly fitting lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
“Trash cans in kitchen did not have lids. Trash cans containing food waste must be covered with a tightly fitting lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure
“At time of visit, no copy of SBH Food Establishment book in kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure
“At time of visit, no copy of SBH Food Establishment book in kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Infant bottles in refrigerator in Seedlings room were not labeled with date poured.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
“Previously opened food items in kitchen were not labeled with date opened. Infant cereal in Seedlings room was not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
“At time of visit, kitchen staff was not wearing an apron or a hair restraint while preparing and serving lunch. Staff serving lunch to children were not wearing aprons or hair restraints.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
“At time of visit, deep freeze outside kitchen did not have a thermometer available for daily monitoring. No thermometer in infant room refrigerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
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: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (a)(1) A Residential Building shall have working smoke detectors on each level, top of each stairway and adjacent to each sleeping area (as required by SFM) or A Non-residential Building shall have fire alarm and suppression systems as required by applicable rule of the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission. Building Type:_______________________
“A Residential Building shall have working smoke detectors on each level, top of each stairway and adjacent to each sleeping area (as required by SFM) or A Non-residential Building shall have fire alarm and suppression systems as required by applicable rule of the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
Nov 6, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of Children' accessible as follows: Sprouts room had A&D ointment, Desitin, Aquaphor, Hydrocortisone cream, Boudreaux Butt Paste under diapering table in tubs, behind a deterrent; Little Planters had A&D ointment, Baby Bare Sunscreen, Desitin, Calmoseptine, Gentle Steps Petroleum Jelly in tubs in cubby area; and a Swiffer Mop with Swiffer cleaner attached; Core room had shaving cream and a teacher bag in a storage area behind a curtain, and candles on top of a low shelf.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction
“Multiple smoke alarms chirping throughout program.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
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
“Bathroom in downstairs hallway had toilet paper stored on top of hand dryer in two bathrooms. Plunger and cleaning brush stored in stall in two bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers
“At time of visit, one staff member had expired fingerprints.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
“Trash cans in kitchen did not have lids. Trash cans containing food waste must be covered with a tightly fitting lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables
“Trash cans in kitchen did not have lids. Trash cans containing food waste must be covered with a tightly fitting lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure
“At time of visit, no copy of SBH Food Establishment book in kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2024
410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure
“At time of visit, no copy of SBH Food Establishment book in kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below
“Infant bottles in refrigerator in Seedlings room were not labeled with date poured.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers
“Previously opened food items in kitchen were not labeled with date opened. Infant cereal in Seedlings room was not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use
“At time of visit, kitchen staff was not wearing an apron or a hair restraint while preparing and serving lunch. Staff serving lunch to children were not wearing aprons or hair restraints.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring
“At time of visit, deep freeze outside kitchen did not have a thermometer available for daily monitoring. No thermometer in infant room refrigerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________.
“A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
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: Nov 29, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (a)(1) A Residential Building shall have working smoke detectors on each level, top of each stairway and adjacent to each sleeping area (as required by SFM) or A Non-residential Building shall have fire alarm and suppression systems as required by applicable rule of the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission. Building Type:_______________________
“A Residential Building shall have working smoke detectors on each level, top of each stairway and adjacent to each sleeping area (as required by SFM) or A Non-residential Building shall have fire alarm and suppression systems as required by applicable rule of the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
- Jun 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(4) All open windows, doors which are kept open for other than entering and leaving, ventilators, and other outside openings shall be protected against insects by securely fastened 16 mesh screening. Cracks shall be sealed and sealing shall be in place around pipes, plumbing, and ducts
“All five restrooms used by children are lacking ventilation source.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.
“Four of twelve staff files reviewed did not have documentation of valid training in First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-4(4) All open windows, doors which are kept open for other than entering and leaving, ventilators, and other outside openings shall be protected against insects by securely fastened 16 mesh screening. Cracks shall be sealed and sealing shall be in place around pipes, plumbing, and ducts
“All five restrooms used by children are lacking ventilation source.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.
“Four of twelve staff files reviewed did not have documentation of valid training in First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Foundations First Child Care Ministry
Is Foundations First Child Care Ministry licensed?
Yes. Foundations First Child Care Ministry is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.
When was Foundations First Child Care Ministry last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Foundations First Child Care Ministry had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 13 of 31 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Foundations First Child Care Ministry accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Foundations First Child Care Ministry's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Foundations First Child Care Ministry cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (260) 310-7075 to ask.
What is Foundations First Child Care Ministry's phone number?
(260) 310-7075.
Where is Foundations First Child Care Ministry?
902 Putnam St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Thinkers School of Early Learning, 0.8 miles away.