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Little Lambs Day Care Ministry

1101 Madison Street, Rochester, IN 46975

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About Little Lambs Day Care Ministry

Little Lambs Day Care Ministry is a child care center in Rochester, Indiana. It is registered with the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 41 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Child care center
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Hours today
5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
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Not listed

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Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
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Programs and care

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Lambs Day Care Ministry

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Status
Registered with the state and operating
License type
Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
License number
#RM-99410-A
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Summary

20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 12 of 20 visits · 41 rules in all · 38 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 12
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Transportation 5
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • 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. Aug 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Childrens bathroom stall closest to window has water damage to wall with a dark mold-like substance growing”
  6. Sep 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Childrens bathroom stall closest to window has water damage to wall with a dark mold-like substance growing”
  7. Mar 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 15, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables

      “Trash can lid not located in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables

      “Trash can lid not located in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

      “Out of ten files reviewed, four files missing up to date universal percautions training”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-6(a) Upon the completion of the inspections required under this chapter, a notice signed by the Inspector from the division shall be issued to the operator of each child care ministry found to be in compliance. The notice shall be placed in a conspicuous place in the child care ministry, and must be in substantially the following form: "THIS UNLICENSED REGISTERED CHILDCARE MINISTRY has been inspected and complies with state rules concerning health and sanitation in child care ministries. DATE _______________ SIGNATURE ___________________ DIVISION OF FAMILY RESOURCES".

      “Registeration not posted”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Out of five files reviewed, three files missing current immunizations”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Plunger stored in childrens bathroom. Bolt caps missing on a toilet”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Diaper creams stored acessible in childrens bathroom”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request

      “Parents notice missing program information”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.

      “Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation

      “Orientation”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.

      “The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safe conditions in the facility and on the grounds.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “A provider shall do the following with respect to transporting children away from the facility where the provider operated a child care program: Obtain written permission from the child's parent or legal guardian to transport the child”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards

      “Sanitation Standards”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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: Jan 15, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect

      “Child Abuse and Neglect”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.

      “The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025

  10. Jan 15, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables

      “Trash can lid not located in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-389 Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables

      “Trash can lid not located in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

      “Out of ten files reviewed, four files missing up to date universal percautions training”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-6(a) Upon the completion of the inspections required under this chapter, a notice signed by the Inspector from the division shall be issued to the operator of each child care ministry found to be in compliance. The notice shall be placed in a conspicuous place in the child care ministry, and must be in substantially the following form: "THIS UNLICENSED REGISTERED CHILDCARE MINISTRY has been inspected and complies with state rules concerning health and sanitation in child care ministries. DATE _______________ SIGNATURE ___________________ DIVISION OF FAMILY RESOURCES".

      “Registeration not posted”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Out of five files reviewed, three files missing current immunizations”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Plunger stored in childrens bathroom. Bolt caps missing on a toilet”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Diaper creams stored acessible in childrens bathroom”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request

      “Parents notice missing program information”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.

      “Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation

      “Orientation”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.

      “The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safe conditions in the facility and on the grounds.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “A provider shall do the following with respect to transporting children away from the facility where the provider operated a child care program: Obtain written permission from the child's parent or legal guardian to transport the child”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards

      “Sanitation Standards”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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: Jan 15, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect

      “Child Abuse and Neglect”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.

      “The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safety of motor vehicles used to transport children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025

Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Nov 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “On 10/17/24 a child had acess to a bleach bottle”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

  2. Nov 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “On 10/17/24 a child had acess to a bleach bottle”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

  3. Oct 17, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      Validated complaint

      “Program out of compliance with ensuring chemicals that were hazardous to children were out of reach (CCDF Non-Compliance Validated)”
  4. Jul 19, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “A provider shall do the following with respect to transporting children away from the facility where the provider operated a child care program: Obtain written permission from the child's parent or legal guardian to transport the child”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHealth and safety risk

      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: Aug 17, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      IC 12-17.2-3.5.5(c) Cares for not more that sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program.

      “A provider that cares for not more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5(f) Appropiately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child.

      “The provider shall make available to each child in the provider's care appropriately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHealth and safety risk

      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: Aug 12, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.

      “Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “Ensure the child is transported only by an employee or volunteer who: Transports the child in a properly licensed and insured motor vehicle”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      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

      “No thermometer in infant/toddler classroom fridge.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below

      “Observed two unlabeled baby bottles in infant classroom next to sink with milk remaining after feeding time”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container

      “Observed baby bottles on counter and fridge not labeled with name, date, or time prepared. Two baby bottles stored in fridge not covered.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use

      “Staff preparing food not wearing a apron or hair covering”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Storage piled high in school age classroom. Metal chairs stacked in children's gross motor area. Hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" sitting on low classroom partician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure

      “Manual dishwashing procedure not posted in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure

      “Manual dishwashing procedure not posted in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Plunger stored in children's bathroom stall”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-6(a) Upon the completion of the inspections required under this chapter, a notice signed by the Inspector from the division shall be issued to the operator of each child care ministry found to be in compliance. The notice shall be placed in a conspicuous place in the child care ministry, and must be in substantially the following form: "THIS UNLICENSED REGISTERED CHILDCARE MINISTRY has been inspected and complies with state rules concerning health and sanitation in child care ministries. DATE _______________ SIGNATURE ___________________ DIVISION OF FAMILY RESOURCES".

      “Registeration not posted”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

  5. Jul 19, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “A provider shall do the following with respect to transporting children away from the facility where the provider operated a child care program: Obtain written permission from the child's parent or legal guardian to transport the child”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHealth and safety risk

      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: Aug 17, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      IC 12-17.2-3.5.5(c) Cares for not more that sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program.

      “A provider that cares for not more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5(f) Appropiately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child.

      “The provider shall make available to each child in the provider's care appropriately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHealth and safety risk

      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: Aug 12, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      45 CFR Part 98.42(ii) Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.

      “Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Provider Eligibility Standards Certificate is posted in a conspicuous place in the Early Childhood Program.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024

    • Transportation

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(b) Transportation

      “Ensure the child is transported only by an employee or volunteer who: Transports the child in a properly licensed and insured motor vehicle”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      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

      “No thermometer in infant/toddler classroom fridge.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below

      “Observed two unlabeled baby bottles in infant classroom next to sink with milk remaining after feeding time”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container

      “Observed baby bottles on counter and fridge not labeled with name, date, or time prepared. Two baby bottles stored in fridge not covered.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use

      “Staff preparing food not wearing a apron or hair covering”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Storage piled high in school age classroom. Metal chairs stacked in children's gross motor area. Hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" sitting on low classroom partician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure

      “Manual dishwashing procedure not posted in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      410 IAC 7-24-128 Hand cleaning and drying procedure

      “Manual dishwashing procedure not posted in kitchen”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “Plunger stored in children's bathroom stall”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-6(a) Upon the completion of the inspections required under this chapter, a notice signed by the Inspector from the division shall be issued to the operator of each child care ministry found to be in compliance. The notice shall be placed in a conspicuous place in the child care ministry, and must be in substantially the following form: "THIS UNLICENSED REGISTERED CHILDCARE MINISTRY has been inspected and complies with state rules concerning health and sanitation in child care ministries. DATE _______________ SIGNATURE ___________________ DIVISION OF FAMILY RESOURCES".

      “Registeration not posted”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

  6. Jul 18, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      Validated complaint

      “Program out of compliance with CCDF supervision and ratio requirements (CCDF Non-Compliance Validated)”
  7. Mar 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation

      “Orientation”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards

      “Sanitation Standards”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container

      “Baby bottles not labeled with name, date, and time prepared.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Storage items stored accessible in children s gross motor room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2024

  10. Jan 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Orientation

      “Orientation”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards

      “Sanitation Standards”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container

      “Baby bottles not labeled with name, date, and time prepared.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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

      “Storage items stored accessible in children s gross motor room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 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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Is Little Lambs Day Care Ministry licensed?

Yes. Little Lambs Day Care Ministry is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.

When was Little Lambs Day Care Ministry last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Lambs Day Care Ministry had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 41 rules across 12 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 Little Lambs Day Care Ministry accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Little Lambs Day Care Ministry's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Lambs Day Care Ministry cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 223-5812 to ask.

What is Little Lambs Day Care Ministry's phone number?

(574) 223-5812.

Where is Little Lambs Day Care Ministry?

1101 Madison Street, Rochester, IN 46975. The nearest other daycare we list is Area Five Agency on Aging & Community Services Inc Head Start Preschool, 0.3 miles away.

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