Kids Matter Learning Center
206 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka, IN
Young Minds Developement Center
- licensed capacity
- 82
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Young Minds Developement Center
Young Minds Developement Center is a licensed child care center in Mishawaka, Indiana. It is licensed by the state, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, preschool and toddler 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 22 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts 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
- 82 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 12 months to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transport to/from Paramount, Liberty, Emmon, and Meadows Edge schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 82 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Young Minds Developement Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Young Minds Developement Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 82 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1101327
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 13 visits · 22 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Other rules 3
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 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times
“Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation
“Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.”
470 IAC 3-4.7-55 Inappropriate discipline
“Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.”
Apr 22, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
Apr 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Validated complaint
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal
“Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children
“Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
“Program does not currently have a qualified director.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-177 Food storage
“Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
410 IAC 7-24-177 Food storage
“Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
- Jan 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 14, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Validated complaint
“Program out of compliance with Ratio/Supervision”
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen
“Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
Show 3 earlier visits
May 14, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
Validated complaint
“Program out of compliance with Ratio/Supervision”
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen
“Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-48 Child/staff ratios and supervision
“On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
Jan 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided
“Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually
“Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test
“Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH
“Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies
“Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment
“Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
Nov 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
470 IAC 3-4.7-100 Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items
“Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
“Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Young Minds Developement Center
Is Young Minds Developement 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 Young Minds Developement Center last inspected?
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Young Minds Developement Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 8 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Young Minds Developement Center care for?
82, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Young Minds Developement Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Young Minds Developement Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Young Minds Developement Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (574) 703-3506 to ask.
What is Young Minds Developement Center's phone number?
(574) 703-3506.
Where is Young Minds Developement Center?
1026 Dodge Ave, Mishawaka, IN 46544. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Matter Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.