Future Leaders Childcare Ministries
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P.O.L.O. Childcare II
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About P.O.L.O. Childcare II
P.O.L.O. Childcare II 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, 6:00 AM to 11:00 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11 PM
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 | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 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 II has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for P.O.L.O. Childcare II
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #45-452593
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Apr 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-41(b)(1) The following behavior shall be prohibited by all direct child care providers: Cruel, harsh, or unusual punishment
“On April 1, 2026, a caregiver hit a three-year-old child on the leg which resulted in the child having a bruise on his leg.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
Apr 9, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
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 records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
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
“S.M. fingerprints expired on 11/07/2025.”
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
“Two kids did not have a physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Three kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file. The kid files did not have state form 50548.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
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
“S.B., S.M., and T.J. Universal Precautions training was over one year old.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026
- May 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 19, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 immunization records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Some kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file. Some kids did not have state form 50548 in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
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 physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
- Feb 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 17, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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
“One caregiver did not have a consent to release form in file for this location.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(a) The maximum capacity in a Class I child care home shall be twelve (12) children at any one (1) time plus three (3) children during the school year who are enrolled in at least Grade 1.
“Fifteen kids of mixed ages were present during the visit. The three additional kids were not of school age.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-18(c)(1) The following are permitted access to records regarding children and facts learned about children: A state agency involved in the licensing of the child care home
“Upon arrival the kid files were not on-site.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times
“Upon arrival the door to two of the rooms in which kids were sleeping were closed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about P.O.L.O. Childcare II
Is P.O.L.O. Childcare II 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 II last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on April 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has P.O.L.O. Childcare II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 7 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.
How many children can P.O.L.O. Childcare II 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 II accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are P.O.L.O. Childcare II's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does P.O.L.O. Childcare II cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 777-5289 to ask.
What is P.O.L.O. Childcare II's phone number?
(219) 777-5289.
Where is P.O.L.O. Childcare II?
Gary, IN 46407. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.