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Avon, IN 46123 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pathways Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 144
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Pathways Learning Academy
Pathways Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Avon, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 144 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 144 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian-based activities via host church ministry (Kingsway Christian Church)) |
| Enrichment | Spanish, yoga, and more |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of the classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Corporate discounts based on employer |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of the classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout) |
| Licensed capacity | 144 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Pathways Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 144 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1101438
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 14 visits · 17 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- 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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Aug 20, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-129(a)(1) The center shall equip each infant room with the following furnishings: A crib and individual bed clothes for each infant
“Infant room had 10 children present and 8 cribs available for use. Director showed boxes of 2 cribs that were delivered but not yet assembled.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-41 Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records
“Staff J.L. has expired fingerprints and an expired consent form with the Agency.”
Aug 18, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
Jul 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Self report by the Center indicating that a child was alone in a classroom unsupervised for 3 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
May 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(h) Toilet paper on a dispenser shall be available and within reach of the children by each toilet
“Several classrooms with toilet paper placed on top of the toilet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Kitchen and food preparation areas
“Program does not have a certified food handler.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Self-Report by the Director that one child was unsupervised on 5/4/26 for two minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“On 10/15/25, Attendance records reflects 13 children ranging ages from 2 years to 11 yrs old with 1 caregiver. Ratio for children age 2 yrs old is 1:5.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-93(a) The center schedule shall include provisions for supervised personal hygiene, washing hands before and after meals, and washing hands after using the toilet facilities
“At time of visit, consultant observed children sitting down to eat lunch without washing hands in the older two's classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline
“Self report on 10/15/25, from director stated that she observed through video a caregiver open hand hitting a 3 yr old child in the back of the head. Director reported that caregiver stated, " I did to that. I'm sorry." Caregiver was terminated.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 1, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times
“Director reported on 3/28/25 3 year old child was left unattended on the playground without qualified caregiver for an estimated 4 minutes without supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Director reported on 3/28/25 the three year old classroom did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children on the playground. They had 0 caregiver with 1 child and the required ratio for age group is 10:1.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
- Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-1(74) Toddler means a child who is less than thirty (30) months of age and is able to walk consistently unassisted
“At time of visit, 2 children ages 13 months and 16 months were present that do not meet definition of toddler and unable to walk consistently unassisted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-57(i) The center shall assign one (1) lead caregiver for each group of children
“At time of visit, Lead caregiver was not assigned in preschool classroom with three year olds.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“At time of visit, two infants present in the toddler classroom. Infant ratio is 4:1. Classroom ratio was 9:2.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Show 4 earlier visits
Dec 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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
“At time of file review, 6 out of 11 caregivers missing physicals in staff files. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually
“At time of file review, 2 out 11 caregivers missing Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Pathways Learning Academy
Is Pathways 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 Pathways 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 August 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pathways Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 8 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Pathways Learning Academy care for?
144, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Pathways Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Pathways Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Pathways Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (317) 743-3623 to ask.
What is Pathways Learning Academy's phone number?
(317) 743-3623.
Where is Pathways Learning Academy?
7981 E County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123. The nearest other daycare we list is Hendricks Regional Health YMCA Early Learning Center, 1.1 miles away.