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Little Scribblers Childcare
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About
About Little Scribblers Childcare
Little Scribblers Childcare is a child care center in South Bend, Indiana. It is registered with the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpen until 11:59 PM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
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
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
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Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Scribblers Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Scribblers Childcare
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
- License number
- #RM-102132-A
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 15 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Transportation 2
- Safe sleep 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 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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
“Three children with no parent notices on file”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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
“Two teacher purses accessible to children on lower shelf in unlocked closet. Windex, paint, and spackling labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" accessible to children within reach in unlocked closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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
“One staff file not on site to review. Trainings not showing online.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
Apr 16, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
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
“Three children with no parent notices on file”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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
“Two teacher purses accessible to children on lower shelf in unlocked closet. Windex, paint, and spackling labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" accessible to children within reach in unlocked closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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
“One staff file not on site to review. Trainings not showing online.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
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: Apr 30, 2026
Oct 2, 2025Inspection2 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: Oct 2, 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
“Outlets uncovered throughout the building. Diaper cream stored acessible to children in hallway cabinet. Lysol wipes stored acessible to children in classroom cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
Oct 2, 2025Inspection2 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: Oct 2, 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
“Outlets uncovered throughout the building. Diaper cream stored acessible to children in hallway cabinet. Lysol wipes stored acessible to children in classroom cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
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Jul 25, 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
“Teacher purses accessible to children on floor and chairs in classrooms. Cleaning supplies labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" accessible within reach in unlocked closet”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
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".
“Registration not posted”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2025
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: Jul 25, 2025
Jul 25, 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
“Teacher purses accessible to children on floor and chairs in classrooms. Cleaning supplies labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" accessible within reach in unlocked closet”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
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".
“Registration not posted”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2025
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: Jul 25, 2025
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 13, 2025Inspection2 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
“Ceiling tiles in classroom 5 and 7 with water damage. Light bulb in classroom 5 out.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
“Crib mattress has gaps on crib”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025Inspection2 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
“Ceiling tiles in classroom 5 and 7 with water damage. Light bulb in classroom 5 out.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean
“Crib mattress has gaps on crib”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Little Scribblers Childcare
Is Little Scribblers Childcare licensed?
Yes. Little Scribblers Childcare is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Scribblers Childcare last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Scribblers Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 8 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Scribblers Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Scribblers Childcare'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 Little Scribblers Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 341-4250 to ask.
What is Little Scribblers Childcare's phone number?
(574) 341-4250.
Where is Little Scribblers Childcare?
2628 S Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46614. The nearest other daycare we list is Small World Foundation, 0.4 miles away.