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St. John's Childcare

204 Rufus St, New Haven, IN 46774

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About St. John's Childcare

St. John's Childcare is a child care center in New Haven, Indiana. It is registered with the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM.

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 14 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Child care center
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Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Inspection reports for St. John's Childcare

License

Status
Registered with the state and operating
License type
Registered child care ministry (unlicensed)
License number
#RM-101522-A
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all · 13 corrected

  • Food and nutrition 6
  • Safe sleep 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • 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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  1. Sep 3, 2026Inspection1 rule 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.

      “0 of 6 adult files missing documentation of current pediatric first aid certification for consultant to review”
  2. Mar 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean

      “At time of visit a 3-year old female child was asleep on a couch. This is a repeat citation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below

      “Two bottles in refrigerator were labeled with names but no dates, and one bottle was not labeled with name or date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers

      “Previously opened food items were not labeled with open date: snacks on counter and infant snacks.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

  3. Sep 4, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet

      “Two potty chairs were located in bathroom. Toilets must be capable of flushing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers

      “Previously opened food items must be labeled with date opened. Program had cereal boxes, and infant snacks that were not dated, and open food items in freezer that were not labeled with date opened.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below

      “Refrigerator had a sippy cup of what looked like milk that was not labeled with name or date, a bottle with no date, and a bottle with no name or date, and unlabeled food items.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025

    • 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

      “Items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' were accessible as follows: -Cubby area had bebe Diaper Rash Creme Spray.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025

  4. Mar 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean

      “At time of visit, two preschool age children were sleeping on couches. Children one year and up must sleep on approved cots; infants must sleep in cribs.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025

  5. Sep 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below

      “Bottle of what appeared to be milk or formula in refrigerator was not labeled with name, date poured, time poured.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean

      “Pack and Play is not approved for use in childcare. Pack and Play being used to protect a younger child from older children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 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

      “Three out of ten children's files reviewed did not have immunization records.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2024

  6. Feb 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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

      “Items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. A teacher bag was on desk. Desk drawer had Screen Cleaner accessible to children. In cubby area labeled First Aid had vaseline, eye-skin wash, burn cream, chloride towlette, dermoplast pain relief spray and triple antibiotic ointment accessible to children. Toddler seated in high chair was not strapped in.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers

      “Previously opened food items were not labeled with open date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 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 St. John's Childcare licensed?

Yes. St. John's Childcare is registered with the state and operating. This is how Indiana authorizes this type of child care.

When was St. John's Childcare last inspected?

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. John's Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 6 of 6 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.

What are St. John's Childcare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does St. John's Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (260) 749-9220 to ask.

What is St. John's Childcare's phone number?

(260) 749-9220.

Where is St. John's Childcare?

204 Rufus St, New Haven, IN 46774. The nearest other daycare we list is Boundless Childcare and Preschool- New Haven, 0.4 miles away.

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