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Crowned Kids Academy

Child care center · 1705 N Bendix Dr, South Bend, IN 46628 · License 963341

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Capacity 81. TwoPreschoolSchool Age Paths to QUALITY: Level 1

Violation history (243)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of 4 files reviewed, two files did not have parents working hours or parents employer work number listed.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 — Playground and Outdoor Safety
Outdoor climbing equipment does not meet CPSC guidelines -no fall surfacing
Yes
? 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 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file missing a Diploma
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — 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 of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one file did not have address of parent listed
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have an admission date noted.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(9) — 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 responsible person who may be called to come for the child in case of illness or other emergency if the parent cannot be reached
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for emergency contacts.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-37(1) — Each childs record shall contain the following consents signed by the parent: Emergency medical authorization to provide transportation and obtain medical treatment for children when the parent cannot be contacted. This authorization shall also be in the emergency information file
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have emergency medical authorization signed by parent.
? IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one file was missing a drug screen
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) — The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day
Program is not offering an AM snack
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-60(3) — Caregivers shall plan a daily, detailed written program, based on teacher observations, for each child care group. Caregivers shall always make this program available to parents and the division and provide the following: Activities to be used or discussed during circle and transition times
Lesson plans not available.
? 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 4 files reviewed, one file did not have Dr information listed.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for those authorized to pick up child
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Serving times not noted on menu.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 — Child grouping policies
Two year old mixed with preschool children (ages 3,4,5)
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file was missing a physical
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one child file did not have childs address listed
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Date of Admission not included in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Items stored in bathroom open to air (not santizable): Clothing and diapers.
? 3-4.7-1(24) (1) — All child care providers are at least eighteen (18) years old and have a HS Diploma or equivalent.
Out of four files reviewed, two staff did not have education documentation on file
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-50(a) — In any group that has an infant or toddler, the maximum age range between the oldest and youngest child in the group shall be thirteen (13) months
Children ages 1year old to 4 year old cared for in the same classroom.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Current admission forms not present in files
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(a)(1) — A current weekly menu shall be planned one (1) week in advance and posted as follows: In a conspicuous place for all parents to review.
Weekly menu posted in classroom and kitchen dated from September
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(9) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Dates of employment
Staff files did not include dates of hire.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(h) — The child care center may only provide care to children of the age approved by the division and the DFBS
Provider caring for a toddler when license is not approved for toddlers. Observed enrollment paperwork that was signed in May/2025 in files, and an injury report form that was dated in July/2025.
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-38(1) — Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment date
Physicals in child files not dated 30 days from enrollment date
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — 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 of parent, address, and telephone number
Current admission forms not in files with information on parents name, address, phone number
? 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
Orientation checklist does not included required licensing topics
? 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
Information on Dr/DDS not included in one childs file. Four files did not have current enrollment forms.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Current enrollment forms not in files that list parents current place of employment and employer information
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Admission forms for children not current in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety
Water at handwashing sinks in school age bathroom and kitchen not getting up to temp.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have an admission date noted.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 — Playground and Outdoor Safety
Outdoor climbing equipment does not meet CPSC guidelines -no fall surfacing
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one child file did not have childs address listed
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — 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 of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one file did not have address of parent listed
? 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 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file missing a Diploma
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(9) — 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 responsible person who may be called to come for the child in case of illness or other emergency if the parent cannot be reached
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for emergency contacts.
? IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one file was missing a drug screen
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) — The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day
Program is not offering an AM snack
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-60(3) — Caregivers shall plan a daily, detailed written program, based on teacher observations, for each child care group. Caregivers shall always make this program available to parents and the division and provide the following: Activities to be used or discussed during circle and transition times
Lesson plans not available.
? 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 4 files reviewed, one file did not have Dr information listed.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for those authorized to pick up child
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of 4 files reviewed, two files did not have parents working hours or parents employer work number listed.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Serving times not noted on menu.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 — Child grouping policies
Two year old mixed with preschool children (ages 3,4,5)
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file was missing a physical
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-37(1) — Each childs record shall contain the following consents signed by the parent: Emergency medical authorization to provide transportation and obtain medical treatment for children when the parent cannot be contacted. This authorization shall also be in the emergency information file
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have emergency medical authorization signed by parent.
? 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
Orientation checklist does not included required licensing topics
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Current enrollment forms not in files that list parents current place of employment and employer information
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(9) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Dates of employment
Staff files did not include dates of hire.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(a)(1) — A current weekly menu shall be planned one (1) week in advance and posted as follows: In a conspicuous place for all parents to review.
Weekly menu posted in classroom and kitchen dated from September
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(h) — The child care center may only provide care to children of the age approved by the division and the DFBS
Provider caring for a toddler when license is not approved for toddlers. Observed enrollment paperwork that was signed in May/2025 in files, and an injury report form that was dated in July/2025.
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — 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 of parent, address, and telephone number
Current admission forms not in files with information on parents name, address, phone number
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-38(1) — Within thirty (30) days of a childs enrollment, the childs health record shall contain the following: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to enrollment date
Physicals in child files not dated 30 days from enrollment date
? 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
Information on Dr/DDS not included in one childs file. Four files did not have current enrollment forms.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Admission forms for children not current in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Date of Admission not included in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Items stored in bathroom open to air (not santizable): Clothing and diapers.
? 3-4.7-1(24) (1) — All child care providers are at least eighteen (18) years old and have a HS Diploma or equivalent.
Out of four files reviewed, two staff did not have education documentation on file
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-50(a) — In any group that has an infant or toddler, the maximum age range between the oldest and youngest child in the group shall be thirteen (13) months
Children ages 1year old to 4 year old cared for in the same classroom.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Current admission forms not present in files
? 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) — Food Safety
Water at handwashing sinks in school age bathroom and kitchen not getting up to temp.
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-66 — Playground and Outdoor Safety
Outdoor climbing equipment does not meet CPSC guidelines -no fall surfacing
Yes
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one child file did not have childs address listed
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 410 IAC 7-24-411 — Lighting intensity
Multiple light bulbs out in preschool classroom creating dim lighting.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — 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 of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of 4 child files reviewed, one file did not have address of parent listed
? 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 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file missing a Diploma
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have an admission date noted.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(9) — 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 responsible person who may be called to come for the child in case of illness or other emergency if the parent cannot be reached
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for emergency contacts.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-37(1) — Each childs record shall contain the following consents signed by the parent: Emergency medical authorization to provide transportation and obtain medical treatment for children when the parent cannot be contacted. This authorization shall also be in the emergency information file
Out of 4 files reviewed, one file did not have emergency medical authorization signed by parent.
? 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 4 files reviewed, one file did not have Dr information listed.
? IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one file was missing a drug screen
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-77(c) — The center shall serve breakfast, a morning snack, lunch, and a mid-afternoon snack each day
Program is not offering an AM snack
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-60(3) — Caregivers shall plan a daily, detailed written program, based on teacher observations, for each child care group. Caregivers shall always make this program available to parents and the division and provide the following: Activities to be used or discussed during circle and transition times
Lesson plans not available.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of 4 files reviewed, two files did not have parents working hours or parents employer work number listed.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-49 — Child grouping policies
Two year old mixed with preschool children (ages 3,4,5)
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of 5 staff files reviewed, one staff file was missing a physical
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Out of 4 files reviewed, 3 files did not have complete contact information for those authorized to pick up child
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Serving times not noted on menu.
? 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
Orientation checklist does not included required licensing topics
? 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
Information on Dr/DDS not included in one childs file. Four files did not have current enrollment forms.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — 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: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Current enrollment forms not in files that list parents current place of employment and employer information
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(8) — 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 any person, other than the parent, authorized to remove the child from the premises
Admission forms for children not current in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(10) — 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 date of admission
Date of Admission not included in files.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Items stored in bathroom open to air (not santizable): Clothing and diapers.
? 3-4.7-1(24) (1) — All child care providers are at least eighteen (18) years old and have a HS Diploma or equivalent.
Out of four files reviewed, two staff did not have education documentation on file
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-50(a) — In any group that has an infant or toddler, the maximum age range between the oldest and youngest child in the group shall be thirteen (13) months
Children ages 1year old to 4 year old cared for in the same classroom.
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(1) — 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 childs full name, address, and sex
Current admission forms not present in files
? 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(a)(1) — A current weekly menu shall be planned one (1) week in advance and posted as follows: In a conspicuous place for all parents to review.
Weekly menu posted in classroom and kitchen dated from September
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody
? IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) — A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: an individual who: is employed
Out of four files reviewed, three drug screens in files did not have MRO listed on drug results as required in the chain of custody

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (270)

270 inspection record(s) on file from IN-FSSA.

Ownership

SeAirra Johnson

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