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The Children's Courtyard
- licensed capacity
- 238
- open each week
- 5 days
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About The Children's Courtyard
The Children's Courtyard is a licensed child care center in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 238 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 238 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Certifications: Safe Sleep, First Aid and CPR (school leadership) |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Corporate Partnership program discounted tuition |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout) |
| Licensed capacity | 238 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Children's Courtyard has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Children's Courtyard
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 238 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1100809
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 13 visits · 23 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Other rules 2
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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May 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-45 Attendance records
“Director was unable to produce past two weeks of attendance sheets for review. Attendance sheets missing children's ages and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Consultant reviewed attendance sheets due to complaints- 5/21/26- Preschool 1 had 14 three year olds with 1 caregiver. ratio is 1:11. 5/27/26- Toddler 2 classroom had 2 one yr olds and 5 two yr olds. 1:7. Ratio for one yr olds is 1:5. 5/27/26- Preschool 1 had 9 three yr olds, 5 four yr olds and 1 yr old. with 1 caregiver- 1:15 ratio. Ratio for 3 yr olds is 1:11. 5/22/26 and 5/26/26- Infant classroom had 1 caregiver and 6 infants. ratio for infants is 1:5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-49(f) Caregivers may group children three (3) years of age through school age together during the first and last hour of the child care centers operation provided the group size does not exceed the maximum group size for the youngest children in the group
“Complaint- Children ranging from 1 yr old with school age children in opening at am drop offs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
May 18, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
May 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-45(1) Written attendance records shall be kept at the child care center, available for review for a minimum of one (1) year and shall document the following for all children, staff, and volunteers: Daily arrival and departure times
“Written attendance records were not able to be reviewed when requested by the division.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“Complaint- Assistant Director, reported 3 weeks ago- The school age classroom did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 qualified caregiver with 10 children and the required ratio for that age group is 1:9.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
Apr 27, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
- Apr 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“In the toddler room, there was 1 caregiver caring for children that has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“The toddler room did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 qualified caregiver with 10 toddlers and the required ratio for that age group is 6:1”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“In the infant room, there were 2 caregivers caring for children that have not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check. In the toddler room, there was 1 caregiver caring for children that has not submitted fingerprints as required for a criminal background check.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“The maintenance closet was unlocked and had many hazard chemicals and tools accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“The infant room did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 0 qualified caregivers with 5 infant children and the required ratio for that age group is 5:1. The toddler room did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 qualified caregiver with 10 toddlers and the required ratio for that age group is 6:1”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-60 Written program plans
“Several classrooms did not have updated lesson plans posted”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Kitchen and food preparation areas
“The freezer had bread, tortillas and ground beef not properly dated. In the dry storage there were graham crackers and instant potatoes not properly dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
Jan 3, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-41 Staff, substitutes, and volunteer records
“Staff files are incomplete.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113 Bathrooms
“There were plungers in the bathrooms in Preschool 2, Junior K and 2.5-3 year old classrooms”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Wall paint in chipped in Twos 2 classroom”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-36 Childrens admission records
“Files missing a Physical and immunizations, a birth certificate and emergency medical transport on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-99 Building maintenance
“The window sill in Twos' 2 Room has exposed wood. Ceiling tiles in Preschool 2 and twos 2 classroom are damaged,”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-13 Reporting child abuse or neglect
“Staff are missing Child Abuse and Neglect training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-101 Electrical safety
“Missing outlets in Room Junior K”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Cleaning supplies are accessible to children in Twos 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116(s) The center shall place an accurate, easily readable thermometer in each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer in position for daily monitoring
“The infant room did not have a thermometer in the refridgerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2025
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Children's Courtyard
Is The Children's Courtyard 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 The Children's Courtyard last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Children's Courtyard had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 7 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 The Children's Courtyard care for?
238, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Children's Courtyard accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Children's Courtyard's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Children's Courtyard cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (317) 873-3340 to ask.
What is The Children's Courtyard's phone number?
(317) 873-3340.
Where is The Children's Courtyard?
5909 Technology Center Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46278. The nearest other daycare we list is Trader's Point KinderCare, 0.9 miles away.