Future Leaders Childcare Ministries
634 E 21st Ave, Gary, IN
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P.O.L.O Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About P.O.L.O Childcare
P.O.L.O Childcare is a licensed home daycare in Gary, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
P.O.L.O Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for P.O.L.O Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #45-452265
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 3, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 24 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Feb 3, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-46(m) Licensee shall provide a two and one-half (2) pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher which shall be located on each floor of the building in which child care services are provided, including an additional extinguisher located in the kitchen area of the child care home
“Two fire extinguishers need to be tagged and inspected.”
IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39
“The licensee and one caregiver needs a current national criminal history check (fingerprints).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“One kid did not have a physical in the file.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers
“Current Universal Precautions is needed for the licensee and one caregiver.”
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(b) If fans or heaters are used, licensee shall provide models that are protected by safety devices which will not allow a childs fingers to come in contact with the blade or heating element
“A space heater was accessible in the back area of the daycare.”
- Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 28, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
“Cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of kids were accessible under the kitchen and bathroom sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(1) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign an enrollment form for the child
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(d) Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: The names of adults authorized to pick the child up from the home
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a) Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities
“Some kids did not have a file onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children
“The water temperature was 141 degrees fahrenheit. The water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
Feb 9, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(e) The following child to staff ratios apply: Type of Home Child:Staff Ratio Infant/Toddler Mixed (Birth-24 months) 6:1* *Two (2) of the six (6) children must be at least sixteen (16) months of age and walking. Otherwise the ratio is 4:1. Mixed Age Groups (Birth-6 years) 10:1* *No more than three (3) of the ten (10) children may be under sixteen (16) months of age and must be walking. 3 years and older (3-10 years) 12:1
“Upon arrival 13 kids were present with one qualified caregiver and one unqualified caregiver. The second caregiver did not count in the child to staff ratio due to not having a consent to release form on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home
“Four kids did not have a discipline policy in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider
“A caregiver was working in the home prior to a drug screen being completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age.
“Three kids did not have immunization in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age
“A caregiver was working in the home prior to a consent to release form being submitted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39
“Verification of a national criminal history check is needed for one new caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies
“Laundry detergent and a cleaning product was accessible in the bathroom. Cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of kids were accessible under the kitchen sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Two kids did not have birth certificates in the file. Four kids did not have state form 50548 in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities
“Three kids did not have a signed physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about P.O.L.O Childcare
Is P.O.L.O Childcare 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 P.O.L.O Childcare last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on February 3, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has P.O.L.O Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 P.O.L.O Childcare care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does P.O.L.O Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are P.O.L.O Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does P.O.L.O Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 292-2975 to ask.
What is P.O.L.O Childcare's phone number?
(219) 292-2975.
Where is P.O.L.O Childcare?
Gary, IN 46407. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.