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Gifted & Talented Academy South

8020 Nuckols Ln, Indianapolis, IN 462375.0· 37 reviews
licensed capacity
117
open each week
5 days
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About Gifted & Talented Academy South

Gifted & Talented Academy South is a licensed child care center in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 117 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

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 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campMeals providedSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks-12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Licensed capacity
117 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks-12 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyRestricted access controls / secure entry systems, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
AccreditationNECPA accredited
Licensed capacity117 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Gifted & Talented Academy South has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Gifted & Talented Academy South

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Center
Capacity
117 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1101614
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Jul 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-113 Bathrooms

      “At time of inspection, there were paper towels in the bathroom. There were no paper towels displayed on the dispenser.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      470 IAC 3-4.7-49(d) Centers may group children thirty (30) to thirty-six (36) months of age with children three (3) years of age

      “At time of inspection, there were 2 1/2 year olds combined with 3-5 year olds in the Pre-K classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Kitchen and food preparation areas

      “At time of inspection, there were 4 baggies of snacks (cereal, gold fish and puffs) in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026

  2. May 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-85(1) Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Written verification of a physical examination by a physician or nurse practitioner that provides evidence that there is no known communicable disease in an infectious state or physical or mental conditions which could affect their ability to perform assigned duties in the child care center

      “At time of file review, 5 caregivers missing physicals in staff files. Please provide documentation to consultant upon completion.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026

  4. Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Nov 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Gifted & Talented Academy South

Is Gifted & Talented Academy South 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 Gifted & Talented Academy South last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Gifted & Talented Academy South had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Gifted & Talented Academy South care for?

117, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Gifted & Talented Academy South accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Gifted & Talented Academy South's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Gifted & Talented Academy South cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (317) 660-8512 to ask.

What is Gifted & Talented Academy South's phone number?

(317) 660-8512.

Where is Gifted & Talented Academy South?

8020 Nuckols Ln, Indianapolis, IN 46237. The nearest other daycare we list is Busy Bee Childcare Minsitry, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (license and visits).