Primrose School at West Carmel
3746 W 98th St, Carmel, IN
4.7· 51 reviews
The Nest Schools Carmel
- licensed capacity
- 176
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Nest Schools Carmel
The Nest Schools Carmel is a licensed child care center in Carmel, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 176 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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 7 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 176 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 176 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Nest Schools Carmel has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Nest Schools Carmel
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 176 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1101597
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Food and nutrition 4
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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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- Jul 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-36 Childrens admission records
“1 child's file missing documentation of a signed physical. 1 child's file missing documentation of current immunizations. Send documentation to consultant.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-113 Bathrooms
“In the Penguins room there was one toilet without toilet paper.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Items labeled Keep out of Reach of Children were found accessible in the following areas: Cardinal B had a bag of sunscreens in a low cabinet behind a child deterrent and instant cold packs, antiseptic wipes, and disinfectant wipes in the first aid bag under the sink behind a child deterrent. Penguins B room had 7 containers of wet wipes that state keep out of reach of children under the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Kitchen and food preparation areas
“In the fridge there was 4 containers of food not labeled or dated. In a cabinet there was a bag of rice not sealed or dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
- Sep 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(g) Caregivers shall adjust to infants individual feeding schedules
“On July 3rd, the caregiver in the infant room did not follow the infant's individual feeding plan by providing them formula that wasn't part of their scheduled meal.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(f) The center shall post a copy of the childs feeding plan for use by food preparation personnel and the person responsible for feeding the child
“At the time of inspection, infant feeding plans were not posted or available in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-134(c)(1) The feeding plan for each infant shall include and list the following: The specified kind and amount of food or formula to be offered
“On July 3rd, the caregiver in the infant room did not follow the infant's individual feeding plan by providing them formula that was not their own.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about The Nest Schools Carmel
Is The Nest Schools Carmel 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 Nest Schools Carmel last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Nest Schools Carmel had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Nest Schools Carmel care for?
176, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Nest Schools Carmel accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Nest Schools Carmel's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Nest Schools Carmel cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (614) 843-1263 to ask.
What is The Nest Schools Carmel's phone number?
(614) 843-1263.
Where is The Nest Schools Carmel?
10216 N Michigan Rd, Carmel, IN 46032. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School - Carmel III, 0.3 miles away.