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Gary, IN 46409 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment
Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment is a licensed home daycare in Gary, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| 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
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State record
Inspection reports for Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Home
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #45-452282
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 7, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
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
“Verification of Universal Precautions is needed for one caregiver J.D.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
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
“There was a long water hose accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 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
“J.D. has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.1-46(s) The caregiver shall conduct and document quarterly fire drills
“There was not any documentation of quarterly fire drills on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
470 IAC 3-1.1-46(c) Each room of the home where child care services are provided is required to have at least two (2) means of escape (this may include one (1) window and one (1) door).
“Plastic was over the window in one of the rooms used for childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2026
Apr 4, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
470 IAC 3-1.1-46(s) The caregiver shall conduct and document quarterly fire drills
“The was not a fire drill log on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 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
“White bars were accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 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
“Eight of the kid files reviewed emergency medical release form was not signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
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 that was present did not have a consent to release form on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
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
“One caregiver that was present did not have a consent to release on file therefore her national criminal history check couldn't be verified.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“Two kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 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
“Six kids did not have a signed suspension and expulsion policy in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
470 IAC 3-1.1-45(d) The licensee shall provide a protected outdoor play area that is safely enclosed by either a fence or natural boundaries for children in care
“Part of the fence surrounding the outdoor play area is leaning which created a small opening where the fence and house meet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025
Apr 25, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation
“One kid did not have proof of date of birth in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 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
“One kid did not have a discipline policy in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(b)(1)(a)(1) A child care home shall maintain a written policy specifying the following: That the: use of: tobacco
“There was not a no smoking sign posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(b)(1)(a)(1) A child care home shall maintain a written policy specifying the following: That the: use of: tobacco
“There was not a no smoking sign posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
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
“The kids emergency medical release form was not signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 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
“Two kids did not have a physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 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.
“Two kids did not have immunization records in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2024
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
“One kids enrollment form was not signed by a parent or legal guardian”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray
“One caregiver did not have a physical or current TB test on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment
Is Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment 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 Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on April 7, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment'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 Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (219) 902-0840 to ask.
What is Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment's phone number?
(219) 902-0840.
Where is Preciouss Lil Jewels Early Childhood Enrichment?
Gary, IN 46409. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.