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Sanctuary KidsCare

3939 Central Avenue, Columbus, IN 472035.0· 29 reviews

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About Sanctuary KidsCare

Sanctuary KidsCare is a child care center in Columbus, Indiana. It is registered with the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KFaith-based
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Type
Child care center
Ages
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Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Christian environment)
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Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Sanctuary KidsCare

License

Status
Registered with the state and operating
License type
Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
License number
#RM-101265-A
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry.

      “Within staff files, 3 staff members missing First Aid Training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction

      “At time of inspection there were items labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to students. 2 rooms with sanitizer wipes, 2 rooms with diaper creams. All restrooms contained plungers, all items in a restroom must be able to be sanitized.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026

  3. Jul 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 15, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request

      “At time of visit files were unavailable for consultant to review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Safe sleepHealth and safety risk

      IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices.

      “At time of visit files were unavailable for consultant to review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions

      “At time of visit files were unavailable for consultant to review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough

      “At time of visit files were unavailable for consultant to review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Background checksHealth and safety risk

      IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers

      “During visit 1 staff member present with children did not have fingerprints on file with the division. They were in submitted status. MF”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(1) The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: complete the training course provided or approved by the division under IC 12-17.2-2-1(10) concerning safe sleeping practices.

      “At time of visit files were unavailable for consultant to review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

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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Is Sanctuary KidsCare licensed?

Yes. Sanctuary KidsCare is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.

When was Sanctuary KidsCare last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sanctuary KidsCare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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.

What are Sanctuary KidsCare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Sanctuary KidsCare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (812) 200-4041 to ask.

What is Sanctuary KidsCare's phone number?

(812) 200-4041.

Where is Sanctuary KidsCare?

3939 Central Avenue, Columbus, IN 47203. The nearest other daycare we list is Kinder Care Learning Center #570, 0.3 miles away.

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