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706 W. Indiana Ave, Elkhart, IN
Little Peoples Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 88
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Little Peoples Day Care
Little Peoples Day Care is a licensed child care center in Elkhart, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 88 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care. It says it provides meals.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 88 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care |
| Staff | Dedicated workers with continuing education in child development |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Peoples Day Care has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Peoples Day Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 88 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1100473
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 14, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 31 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Records and paperwork 8
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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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Aug 14, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
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
“Two (2) out of ten (10) child files were missing parent employer information, one (1) out of ten (10) missing employer address.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-38(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment date
“Two (2) out of ten (10) child files were missing documentation of physical exam.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
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
“Four (4) out of ten (10) child files did not have doctor or were missing phone number, and ten (10) out of ten (10) were missing dentist name, address and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-146 Food labels
“Several previously opened food items in kitchen refrigerator and freezer were not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-38(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Current and complete record of immunization history showing month, day, and year of each immunization.
“Three (3) out of ten (10) child files were missing immunization records, one (1) out of ten (10) was not current.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2026
IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
“One (1) out of five (5) staff files were missing drug test results, one (1) out of five (5) missing MRO information.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) 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 date of admission
“Ten (10) out of ten (10) child files were missing date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-146 Food labels
“Several previously opened food items in kitchen refrigerator and freezer were not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
- Feb 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 19, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-86(a) Within thirty (30) days after enrollment or no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment, each child shall have written verification of a physical examination by a physician or a nurse practitioner
“3 children's files observed, did not have current physicals on file.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Playground and Outdoor Safety
“Playground does not have a sufficient amount of mulch. Ground barrier is coming through, and can see grassy patches.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation
“Application for renewal has not been submitted”
470 IAC 3-4.7-121(e) Staff person in charge of an infant/toddler group shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. If all the children in the group are at least twenty-four (24) months of age, the staff person in charge shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age
“Caregiver in infant room is not yet 21, she is currently 18.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-49 Child grouping policies
“Observed infant/toddler room with 5 children ranging in ages infant-2.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Infant room out of ratio with 5 children, ages infant-2, and one caregiver.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-19(b)(3) The center shall post the following items: A copy of infant feeding plans in each infant room
“Feeding plans were not posted or present in infant room.”
Aug 20, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Lysol wipes accessible in the school age room drawer”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-50(a) In any group that has an infant or toddler, the maximum age range between the oldest and youngest child in the group shall be thirteen (13) months
“Observed mixed age group of infants and toddlers. The youngest child was 6 months, and oldest was 21 months, with a 15 month age gap.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-66 Playground and Outdoor Safety
“Mulch is not deep enough under the climber on the playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-33(3) All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Basic first aid training shall include rescue breathing and first aid for choking and shall be consistent with basic first aid training developed by the American Red Cross or the National Safety Council for First Aid Training Institute
“One caregiver did not have first aid training”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance
“Fence panel is broken on playground On the utility pole, there were exposed wires and nails accessible to the children. Black barrier under the mulch on playground is coming through, creating tripping hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-94(j) Caregivers shall use the diapering surface exclusively for diaper changing
“Infant/Toddler caregivers using diaper changing table for drying rack for art projects”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
“Director does not yet have educational requirements”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-22(d)(1) The director shall designate a responsible caregiver, at least twenty-one (21) years of age, to be in charge during any absences of the director and include the following: The director shall post his or her name and the name of the director-designee in a conspicuous place
“Name of director and next in line are not posted”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-9(c) The center shall provide access to personnel from other state agencies or other persons who provide inspections at the request of the division
“Center did not give all requested documents to DCS”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
“One caregiver did not have physical on file”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake
“chairs stacked in infant/toddler room while children were awake and freely roaming”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-12(a)(4) The center shall verbally report immediately to the affected childs parent and to the division any serious occurrences involving any child. These occurrences include, but are not limited to, the following: Alleged abuse or neglect by child care center personnel
“Center did not notify the division after being notified of alleged child abuse and neglect”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
Apr 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Toddler room out of ratio with only 1 caregiver. Qualified minor being counted in ratio with 7 toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
Feb 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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.
“2 caregivers being counted in ratio did not have finger prints and consent submitted and approved”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Toddler room was out of ratio with 5 children and 2 unqualified caregiver (no finger print or consent form). 2 year old room was out of ratio with 6 children and 1 staff, when the second staff left the room to answer front door.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-24(1) All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age
“2 caregivers being counted in ratio are 17 years of age”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Little Peoples Day Care
Is Little Peoples Day Care 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 Little Peoples Day Care last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on August 14, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Peoples Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Little Peoples Day Care care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Peoples Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Peoples Day Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Peoples Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 389-1420 to ask.
What is Little Peoples Day Care's phone number?
(574) 389-1420.
Where is Little Peoples Day Care?
519 10th St, Elkhart, IN 46516. The nearest other daycare we list is Foundations on Indiana Ave., 0.5 miles away.