Goddard School - Brownsburg
1065 Patrick Place, Brownsburg, IN
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Hope & Joy Academy
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About Hope & Joy Academy
Hope & Joy Academy is a child care center in Brownsburg, Indiana. It is registered with the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 57 visits in the last 3 years and cited 59 rules across 21 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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| 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
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
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Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Hope & Joy Academy
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
- License number
- #RM-101651-A
Summary
57 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 26 of 57 visits · 59 rules in all · 54 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 17
- Safety and hazards 12
- Food and nutrition 7
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Background checks 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 3
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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- Aug 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
Jul 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) Discipline
“A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
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
“At time of visit, food in refrigerator was not labeled with date of preparation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 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: Mar 26, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-288 Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining
“At time of visit, drainboard missing for drying dishes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-288 Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining
“At time of visit, drainboard missing for drying dishes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
Mar 25, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) Discipline
“A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
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
“At time of visit, food in refrigerator was not labeled with date of preparation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 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: Mar 26, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-288 Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining
“At time of visit, drainboard missing for drying dishes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-288 Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining
“At time of visit, drainboard missing for drying dishes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
Mar 24, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
Show 51 earlier visits
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2026Inspection2 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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
Feb 3, 2026Inspection2 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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
Feb 3, 2026Visit2 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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
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, one 11 month old was asleep in crib wearing a hooded sweatshirt. Please send documentation of Module 2 completion to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
Oct 30, 2025Inspection3 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
“Room 106 restroom has a hole in the wall. Room 105 restroom has a crack in sink. Soft foam blocks are torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
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
“Dry goods missing dates on opening packages in the kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
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
“Swing set is less than 6 feet away from the fence. Swings hit up against the fence. Broken fencing along divider of playgrounds. Mulch is low under swings and door way that have exposed tarp for potential trip hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
- Sep 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
Aug 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
- Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“Consultnat observed caregivers not washing hands of children after diaper changing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 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
“Complaint- Child was not completely cleaned after diaper change. Consultant observed caregivers not washing hands after diaper changes. Items in handwashing sinks.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
May 28, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
“Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect
“Child Abuse and Neglect”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
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, Caregivers personal bags and purses were accessible to children. Cabinets have deterrants (not locks) and some allowed door to open. Others were stored in unlocked closets within reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 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
“Multiple restrooms had Paper towel on the back of toilets or on the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
“At time of file review, 5 caregivers missing Universal Precautions. Please submit certificates to consultant upon completion.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
“At time of visit, sheets and blankets were touching and hanging over on stacked cots in the butterfly classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash child's hands before returning to playing with the toys.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 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
“In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash hands before restocking fresh diapers in shelf unit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
May 28, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
“Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect
“Child Abuse and Neglect”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
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, Caregivers personal bags and purses were accessible to children. Cabinets have deterrants (not locks) and some allowed door to open. Others were stored in unlocked closets within reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 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
“Multiple restrooms had Paper towel on the back of toilets or on the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
“At time of file review, 5 caregivers missing Universal Precautions. Please submit certificates to consultant upon completion.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
“At time of visit, sheets and blankets were touching and hanging over on stacked cots in the butterfly classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash child's hands before returning to playing with the toys.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 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
“In Penquin classroom, consultant observed diaper changing- caregiver did not wash hands before restocking fresh diapers in shelf unit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
- Jan 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) Discipline
“A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) Discipline
“A provider shall: Ensure that all employees and volunteers follow the child discipline policy”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
Dec 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.
“All children in care are supervised by a caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2024Inspection11 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
“Bathroom fan in room 109 was not working at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 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
“White fridge in the infant room did not have a thermometer at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 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
“Room 107 had a baggie of cheese-its, the kitchen had several baggies of bread, and room 203 had a baggie of bread all not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 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
“Hazardous items and items labeled Keep out of Reach of Children were found accessible to children in the following areas: Room 104 had Desitin in a low diaper container on the changing table, Room 106 had Lysol, Febreeze, Fabuloso, disinfectant wipes and bleach in an unlocked closet as well as a magic eraser and Febreeze plug-in in low drawers and a bag of potting mix in a low cabinet behind child deterrents. Room 108 had hand sanitizer in a desk drawer, shaving cream and adult scissors in a low cabinet behind a child deterrent. Room 109 had 2 teacher's purses in a low cabinet Room 111 had 2 teacher's purses and potting soil in low cabinets. Room 203 had a teacher purse in a low cabinet Janitors closet by the stairs was unlocked with Kling Cleaner, Stainless steel spray, glass cleaner and Spitfire cleaner. Paint is peeling in rooms 105, and 109.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
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
“Teacher in room 109 did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper and before changing another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 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
“Rooms 103 and 105 bathrooms did not have paper towels at the handwashing sink. Room 105 has toilet paper stored open in the bathroom, not sanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 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
“Room 105 had a Swiffer in their bathroom. Room 106 had a plunger in their bathroom. Room 109 had missing toilet caps on the toilet. Room 111 had a plunger and broom/dust pan in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“Child in room 109 did not wash hands after having their diaper changed. Children in room 105 did not wash hands after eating and before playing with books. Hot water at all handwashing sinks was over 120 degrees F at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
“Children's belongings hanging in the hallway and in room 203 are touching.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 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 1, 2024
Oct 29, 2024Inspection11 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
“Bathroom fan in room 109 was not working at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 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
“White fridge in the infant room did not have a thermometer at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 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
“Room 107 had a baggie of cheese-its, the kitchen had several baggies of bread, and room 203 had a baggie of bread all not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 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
“Hazardous items and items labeled Keep out of Reach of Children were found accessible to children in the following areas: Room 104 had Desitin in a low diaper container on the changing table, Room 106 had Lysol, Febreeze, Fabuloso, disinfectant wipes and bleach in an unlocked closet as well as a magic eraser and Febreeze plug-in in low drawers and a bag of potting mix in a low cabinet behind child deterrents. Room 108 had hand sanitizer in a desk drawer, shaving cream and adult scissors in a low cabinet behind a child deterrent. Room 109 had 2 teacher's purses in a low cabinet Room 111 had 2 teacher's purses and potting soil in low cabinets. Room 203 had a teacher purse in a low cabinet Janitors closet by the stairs was unlocked with Kling Cleaner, Stainless steel spray, glass cleaner and Spitfire cleaner. Paint is peeling in rooms 105, and 109.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
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
“Teacher in room 109 did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper and before changing another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 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
“Rooms 103 and 105 bathrooms did not have paper towels at the handwashing sink. Room 105 has toilet paper stored open in the bathroom, not sanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 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
“Room 105 had a Swiffer in their bathroom. Room 106 had a plunger in their bathroom. Room 109 had missing toilet caps on the toilet. Room 111 had a plunger and broom/dust pan in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(b) Handwashing. Adults and children shall wash their hands after using the toilet and before eating
“Child in room 109 did not wash hands after having their diaper changed. Children in room 105 did not wash hands after eating and before playing with books. Hot water at all handwashing sinks was over 120 degrees F at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate
“Children's belongings hanging in the hallway and in room 203 are touching.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 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 1, 2024
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
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 20, 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: May 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
“Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8.5(b) Must report child abuse and/or neglect
“Must report child abuse and/or neglect”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation
“Orientation”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
“Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
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 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
“Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
“Two staff are missing documentation of Universal Precautions training in their files. ( H.S. & A.Wa.) Send documentation to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 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
“4’s Room: There is peeling paint throughout the room which is unsanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 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
“1’s-2’s Playground equipment is leaning and not sturdy which is a hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2024
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
“Three children are missing Up-to-date Immunization records in their files. Send documentation to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 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
“One staff member present has expired fingerprints on file with the division. (A.Wa. expired on 3/5/24)”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
Apr 22, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
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 20, 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: May 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid.
“Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8.5(b) Must report child abuse and/or neglect
“Must report child abuse and/or neglect”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation
“Orientation”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)
“Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test)”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
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 13, 2024
IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(1) and (2) Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months. Date of last drill________________
“Each provider shall have monthly documented fire drills including date/time/weather condition/name of person conducting drill/full evacuation time and maintained for previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions
“Two staff are missing documentation of Universal Precautions training in their files. ( H.S. & A.Wa.) Send documentation to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 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
“4’s Room: There is peeling paint throughout the room which is unsanitary.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 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
“1’s-2’s Playground equipment is leaning and not sturdy which is a hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2024
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
“Three children are missing Up-to-date Immunization records in their files. Send documentation to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 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
“One staff member present has expired fingerprints on file with the division. (A.Wa. expired on 3/5/24)”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2024
- Dec 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
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
“In the 2’s-3’s bathroom there is a plunger and a toilet training seat on the floor which is unsanitary In the older 1’s bathroom there are 3 highchairs and 1 floor mat which is unsanitary. Bathrooms cannot be used as storage.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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
“In the 2’s-3’s room under the changing table there are 4 diaper creams and 1 ointment (A & D cream, Butt Paste, Aquaphor Destin and Calmoseptrine) labeled “keep out of reach of children” accessible to children. In the Older 1’s room there are staff purses under the counter accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2023
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
“The Freezer, in the pantry, thermometer reads at 10 degrees which is above the 0-degree requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2023
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
“One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division: (K.H. expired on 10-26-23).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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: Dec 19, 2023
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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: Dec 20, 2023
Dec 18, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
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
“In the 2’s-3’s bathroom there is a plunger and a toilet training seat on the floor which is unsanitary In the older 1’s bathroom there are 3 highchairs and 1 floor mat which is unsanitary. Bathrooms cannot be used as storage.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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
“In the 2’s-3’s room under the changing table there are 4 diaper creams and 1 ointment (A & D cream, Butt Paste, Aquaphor Destin and Calmoseptrine) labeled “keep out of reach of children” accessible to children. In the Older 1’s room there are staff purses under the counter accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2023
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
“The Freezer, in the pantry, thermometer reads at 10 degrees which is above the 0-degree requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2023
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
“One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division: (K.H. expired on 10-26-23).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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: Dec 19, 2023
IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards
“Sanitation Standards”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
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: Dec 20, 2023
- Oct 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hope & Joy Academy
Is Hope & Joy Academy licensed?
Yes. Hope & Joy Academy is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.
When was Hope & Joy Academy last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 57 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hope & Joy Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 59 rules across 26 of 57 visits in the last 3 years; 54 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 Hope & Joy Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hope & Joy Academy'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 Hope & Joy Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (317) 732-7603 to ask.
What is Hope & Joy Academy's phone number?
(317) 732-7603.
Where is Hope & Joy Academy?
3350 N. Sr 267, Brownsburg, IN 46112.