Manitas Daycare
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Path to QUALITY rating of Level 1 (out of 4). Structural quality reflects a clean inspection record across 4 visits in the last 3 years (most recently inspected September 2025), no complaints on record over the same window, and a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Indiana's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Indiana caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:13. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Path to QUALITY Level 1 (Max 4) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 14
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1) and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- An Applicant Must Submit the Necessary Information
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the d One of the two present staff does not have a background check with the divison.
Aug 27, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Caregiver Shall Keep Poisonous or Hazardous Materials That Would Harm Children,
In a bathroom with a doorknob deterrent, there is cleaner in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. Deterrents do not count as locks. Items that say "keep out of the reach of children" must be under lock and key. moved items when noted.
- At Least One (1) Direct Child Care Provider Shall Be Trained in Pediatric Cardio
Current CPR for both staff on file is an online only class. CPR must be a hands on, in person class.
Complaints & Safety Record
- Complaints (Last 36 Months)
- 0
- 0% of licensed capacity