Manzanita Preschool
South Bend, IN 46635 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Growing Kids Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 242
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Growing Kids Learning Center
Growing Kids Learning Center is a licensed child care center in South Bend, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 242 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11:30 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 242 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 wks (Infants) to 12 years (School Age Care) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Safety | Access code front door; fingerprint scan at drop off and pick up, Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 242 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Growing Kids Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Growing Kids Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 242 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #125938
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 6 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Other rules 2
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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See all 9 visits
- Apr 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times
“5/3/24 a child was left unsupervised in a classroom for approx 6min”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation
“5/3/24 a child was left unsupervised in a classroom for approx 6min, leaving child/teacher ratio 1:0”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
May 13, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
“Program out of compliance with 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision”
May 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
“Items stored in classroom bathrooms not related to bathrooming or sanitizable (toilet brushes, plungers, cloth bags, cloth wagons)”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline
“Self Report: Teachers observed to be using spray bottles to spray a child in the face as a redirection tactic for negative behavior or to get their attention.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2024
Mar 1, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
“Program out of compliance with 470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline”
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FAQ
Questions about Growing Kids Learning Center
Is Growing Kids Learning Center 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 Growing Kids Learning Center last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on April 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Growing Kids Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 9 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 Growing Kids Learning Center care for?
242, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Growing Kids Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Growing Kids Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Growing Kids Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 273-9048 to ask.
What is Growing Kids Learning Center's phone number?
(574) 273-9048.
Where is Growing Kids Learning Center?
17475 State Road 23, South Bend, IN 46635. The nearest other daycare we list is Manzanita, 0.5 miles away.