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Kindercare Learning Center

3230 State Rd. In 23, South Bend, IN 466354.5· 36 reviews
licensed capacity
147
open each week
5 days

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About Kindercare Learning Center

Kindercare Learning Center is a licensed child care center in South Bend, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 147 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.

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 43 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited

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

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

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsCCDF and On My Way Pre-K
TransportationTransportation (transportation from center to child's school and back)
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity147 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kindercare Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Kindercare Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Center
Capacity
147 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1100470
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 43 rules in all · 32 corrected

  • Food and nutrition 11
  • Building, equipment and play areas 9
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Background checks 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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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  1. May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 8, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals

      “Serving times not listed on menus”
    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable

      “Items stored in bathroom not santizable -teacher coats, children's coats/blankets, towels, and diapers stored open to the air”
    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day

      “Program is not serving a morning snack”
    • Supervision and ratios

      470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision

      “DP1 classroom out of ratio with 14 children ages 3-5 with 1 staff member”
  3. Jan 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Aug 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-4.7-49 Child grouping policies

      “Toddler class over group size with 11 toddlers and 2 staff members”
    • Safety and hazards

      470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children

      “Teacher purses stored acessible to children behind front desk. Hand sanitizer acesssible to children on front desk.”
    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day

      “Program no longer serving a morning snack.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision

      “Toddler class over ratio with 11 toddlers and 2 staff members”
    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-4.7-45(1) Written attendance records shall be kept at the child care center, available for review for a minimum of one (1) year and shall document the following for all children, staff, and volunteers: Daily arrival and departure times

      “Written attendance records not being completed.”
  5. Apr 16, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
    • Background checks

      IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit: (1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and (2) the applicant fingerprints; for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

      “Two teachers working with expired fingerprints.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children

      “Shaving cream and can of fake snow labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" acessible in cabinet of PK1. Teacher purse stored within reach of children in DPS 1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal

      “Kitchen trash can does not have lid”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable

      “Classroom bathrooms being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming and not stored in a sanitizable manner (brooms, dust pan, art supplies, blankets, pull ups stored uncovered, snow clothes, etc.)”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-94(a) Diaper bags brought from home shall be inaccessible to children

      “Diaper bag stored in hallway acessible to children”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      410 IAC 7-24-146 Food labels

      “Food in infant fridge not dated”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      410 IAC 7-24-146 Food labels

      “Food in infant fridge not dated”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessHealth and safety risk

      470 IAC 3-4.7-88(i) Medication not requiring refrigeration shall be kept locked in a cabinet or container that is in a well-lit area, fifty (50) footcandles, and shall not be stored in the kitchen or in a bathroom

      “Medication stored in a unlocked drawer at the front desk.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      410 IAC 7-24-402 Cleanability of floors, walls, and ceili

      “Walls throughout center with chipped paint and exposed drywall”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      410 IAC 7-24-402 Cleanability of floors, walls, and ceili

      “Walls throughout center with chipped paint and exposed drywall”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance

      “Carpet in PS1 needs cleaned and repaired. DPS 1 carpet needs cleaned. Sink in PK 1 needs resealed. PS1 bathrooms dirty with odor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g) If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured

      “Baby bottles in fridge not labeled with time prepared”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

  6. Apr 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      Validated complaint

      “Program out of compliance with Building maintenance”
  7. Dec 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision

      “On 11/22/24 a child was left unattended on a fenced in playground for aprox 10min”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision

      “On 11/22/24 a child was left unattended on a fenced in playground for aprox 10min, leaving ratio 1:0 with 1 child and 0 teachers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025

  8. Nov 27, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      Validated complaint

      “Program out of compliance with center rules for supervision and ratio”
  9. May 16, 2024Inspection18 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(2) The center shall post the following items: Diaper changing procedures at each diaper changing area

      “Diapering procedures missing in Todds 1, Todds 2, and Two A”

      Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable

      “Items stored in bathroom not sanitizable or related to bathrooming. Todds 3 bathroom -broom, chairs, teacher purse, diapers open to air, laminator, toys, ect. Todds 2 -table, climbing equipment, art work, broom, and missing bolt cap on toilet. Todds 1 -Caution sign. Gym Bathroom -broom/dust pan and bolt cap missing on toilet. Pull ups stored open to air in PK 1 bathroom. Two A -crates and broom”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies

      “Two child files missing information on their dentist”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(9) The center shall post the following items: Approved first aid directives in each child care area

      “First Aid directives missing in Infants1, Todds 3, Todds 2, Todds 1, the Gym, PS1, PK 1, And Twos B”

      Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number

      “Five child files missing information on parents working hours”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-133(a)(2) Caregivers shall: provide an art easel with paint and paper in each toddler room

      “No art easel present in Todds 3. Paint and paper not readily available for children in Todds 2 and Todds 1”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2) Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring

      “Sensory tables not open/available for children to use during free choice time -Todds 3, Todds 2, and Todds 1.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-115(c) Drinking fountains shall have a guarded angled stream with water pressure regulated so that the stream rises at least two (2) inches above the guard but does not splash on the floor

      “Tallest drinking fountain in hallway overshoots”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals

      “Serving times and portion sizes not documented on menus”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-98(g) Kitchen staff must have effective hair restraint that keeps hair back and covered

      “Kitchen staff not wearing hair restraint while preparing food in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-133(a)(4) Caregivers shall: have riding toys available and regularly used in the room

      “Riding toys not available for toddlers in the classroom”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g) If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured

      “Baby bottles in Infants 2 not labeled with time prepared”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance

      “Vent needs cleaned in Gym. Toilets need resealed to floors in Gym bathroom, PS, Staff bathroom, PK 1 (Both). Counter needs resealed at handwashing sink in PK 1. Countertop in bathroom needs resealed to wall in both bathrooms in PK 1”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided

      “Five staff files missing documentation or Orientation trainings/dates”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day

      “Program not offering a AM snack”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      470 IAC 3-4.7-11(a)(10) The governing body, or others designated to represent the child care center, shall immediately notify the division, in writing, of the following: Employment of a new director

      “Program did not notify division of director change”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.7-98(f) Kitchen staff must wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) while in the kitchen and serving food

      “Kitchen staff not wearing an apron while peparing food in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children

      “Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" acessible in PS 1. Sunscreen acessible under bathroom sink in PS 1. Key left in lock of cabinet in Two B, leaving teacher purse acessible.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2024

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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Questions about Kindercare Learning Center

Is Kindercare 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 Kindercare 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 May 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kindercare Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 43 rules across 7 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Kindercare Learning Center care for?

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

Does Kindercare Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Kindercare Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kindercare Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 387-4809 to ask.

What is Kindercare Learning Center's phone number?

(574) 387-4809.

Where is Kindercare Learning Center?

3230 State Rd. In 23, South Bend, IN 46635.

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