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Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

6564 Pan Am Blvd, Portage, IN 463684.0· 32 reviews
licensed capacity
154
open each week
5 days
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About Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Portage, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 154 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Before- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: ages 1 through preschool; before/after school ages 6-12
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
154 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 1 through preschool; before/after school ages 6-12
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
StaffNational background check and drug test; CPR and First Aid Certified
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyDoors double locked and identification required to enter, Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras monitor all classrooms and playgrounds), Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (bus to/from Kyle, Jones, Paul Sayler and South Haven Elementary Schools)
Licensed capacity154 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Center
Capacity
154 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#126060
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 3 visits

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. Sep 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

Is Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy 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 Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

No. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists no cited rules in its 3 visits in the last 3 years. 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 Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy care for?

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

Does Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy's hours?

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

How much does Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 763-0020 to ask.

What is Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy's phone number?

(219) 763-0020.

Where is Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy?

6564 Pan Am Blvd, Portage, IN 46368.

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