Woodland Child Development Center
4630 W 10th Street, Gary, IN
Learn-N-Play Kidcare
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Learn-N-Play Kidcare
Learn-N-Play Kidcare is a licensed home daycare in Gary, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
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 16 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidyOpen until 11:59 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Learn-N-Play Kidcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Learn-N-Play Kidcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #45-452395
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 16 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 7, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children
“The gate that is attached to the fence that surrounds the outdoor play area was broken.”
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Two kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Four kids did not have a physical in the file.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home
“Two kids did not have a signed discipline policy in the file. Four kids did not have a suspension and expulsion policy in the file.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children
“The water temperature was 132 degrees Fahrenheit. The water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees Fahrenheit.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“Two kids did not have immunization records in the file. Two kids did not have current immunization records in the file.”
Jul 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.2-4(a) The caregiver shall have stairways guarded by a gate or closed door.
“There was not a gate at the top of the basement stairwell.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(1) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign an enrollment form for the child
“A sibling group of four did not have an enrollment form in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
- Jan 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(a) The maximum capacity in a Class I child care home shall be twelve (12) children at any one (1) time plus three (3) children during the school year who are enrolled in at least Grade 1.
“On 11/5/2024 20 kids of mixed ages were present at the daycare with three caregivers. Upon arrival on 11/19/2024 18 kids of mixed ages were present at the daycare with one caregiver. The provider who would be the second caregiver was not inside of the daycare home upon arrival.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(e) The following child to staff ratios apply: Type of Home Child:Staff Ratio Infant/Toddler Mixed (Birth-24 months) 6:1* *Two (2) of the six (6) children must be at least sixteen (16) months of age and walking. Otherwise the ratio is 4:1. Mixed Age Groups (Birth-6 years) 10:1* *No more than three (3) of the ten (10) children may be under sixteen (16) months of age and must be walking. 3 years and older (3-10 years) 12:1
“On 11/19/2024 upon arrival 18 kids of mixed ages were present in the daycare with one caregiver. The provider who would be the second caregiver was not inside of the home upon arrival.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
Nov 7, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
“470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(a”
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 1, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age
“The licensee and one caregivers TB test was over one year old.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“One kid needs updated immunization records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
“Items labeled keep out of reach of kids were accessible on the bathroom and kitchen sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
“One new caregiver that was present did not have a drug screen on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(a) The maximum capacity in a Class I child care home shall be twelve (12) children at any one (1) time plus three (3) children during the school year who are enrolled in at least Grade 1.
“20 kids of mixed ages were present during the visit. The daycare was over capacity.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Learn-N-Play Kidcare
Is Learn-N-Play Kidcare 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 Learn-N-Play Kidcare last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Learn-N-Play Kidcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Learn-N-Play Kidcare care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Learn-N-Play Kidcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Learn-N-Play Kidcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Learn-N-Play Kidcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 302-6736 to ask.
What is Learn-N-Play Kidcare's phone number?
(219) 302-6736.
Where is Learn-N-Play Kidcare?
Gary, IN 46404. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.