Waterford Elementary School
65560 State Rd 15, Goshen, IN
Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
- licensed capacity
- 116
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center in Goshen, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 116 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 4 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
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 116 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 116 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 116 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1100696
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 14 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Food and nutrition 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 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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Aug 12, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit: (1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and (2) the applicant fingerprints; for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
“One staff member working with children had a fingerprinting receipt but had not submitted a consent with the division.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-191 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food; date marking
“Previously opened food items in kitchen refrigerator and dry goods area were not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-191 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food; date marking
“Previously opened food items in kitchen refrigerator and dry goods area were not labeled with date opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-100(e) The center must store cleaning equipment, cleaning agents, aerosol cans, and any other item that states keep out of the reach of children in a place that is inaccessible to children
“Unlocked cabinet in Caterpillars room had sunscreen, AlkaSeltzer tablets, hydrogen peroxide, isopropyl alcohol accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-135(g) If a days supply of bottles is prepared at one (1) time, each bottle shall be covered and labeled with the childs name, date, and time poured
“Infant bottles in Bumblebees room were not labeled with dates prepared.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-65(6) Healthy household pets that present no danger to children are permitted on the premises under the following conditions: The center shall use sixteen (16) gauge screen or an equivalent enclosure to prevent children from putting their fingers in an animal cage or aquarium
“Lid on aquarium in Caterpillars room does not fit securely to prevent children from putting fingers into tank.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026
- Jul 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-99(a) The administrator or director is responsible for keeping the building, premises, and equipment in safe repair and structurally sound
“POI was generated due to an oven being used which required the door to be propped closed this will be given an appropriate amount of time to be corrected and resubmitted”
Jun 9, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
- Jan 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-67 The center shall use the reference table located in the Handbook for Public Playground Safety published by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the manufacturers guidelines to determine the depth of loose fill materials that will provide the necessary safety for equipment of various heights
“Climber on Butterflies playground is on grass, which is not proper fall surfacing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-78(e)(3) Liquid refreshments shall meet the following guidelines: The center shall not serve or have accessible to children ades, drinks, soft drinks, or powders
“Observed an iced coffee on counter in bumblebees classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-116 Kitchen and food preparation areas
“Bulk food containers did not have dates of when contents were put inside. Open boxes of crackers were not dated, and food was not stored air tight.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
“Bathroom in bumblebees classroom, although unused for toileting, is being used for storage. Bathroom in Ladybugs room also had toys in bins on tope of cabinet in restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-94(c) The center must store diapers off the floor, protected from contamination, and inaccessible to children
“Diapers are stored on shelves above diaper changing table. They are exposed to open air, and not protected from contamination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
470 IAC 3-4.7-66(4) The specific guidelines of the most current, Handbook for Public Playground Safety, as published by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, D.C. 20207, shall be used to determine compliance with the following safety rules: The center shall maintain all equipment in safe condition and make prompt repairs. Records shall document the date equipment is known to need repair, the actual date of repair, and the method of repair
“Play house on middle playground is disassembled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center
Is Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center 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 Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center care for?
116, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 534-1884 to ask.
What is Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center's phone number?
(574) 534-1884.
Where is Walnut Hill Early Childhood Center?
1700 Shasta Dr, Goshen, IN 46526. The nearest other daycare we list is Goshen Montessori Preschool, 0.7 miles away.