Indiana child care facility & license
Indoor/outdoor space, license term, and inspection cadence. This page isolates the configured Indiana figures, related explanations, and primary source links from the full licensing guide.
Cited to 470 IAC 3-4.7Verified June 2026Summary only, not legal advice
Facility & license
- Indoor space
- 35 sq ft/child
- Outdoor space
- 75 sq ft/child
- License term
- 2 years
- Inspections
- No fixed interval in rule; division may inspect at any time (470 IAC 3-4.7-9); in practice annual/unannounced.
Citation: 470 IAC 3-4.7
Indiana facility & license FAQ
What are the indoor and outdoor space requirements?
Indiana requires at least 35 square feet of indoor space per child and 75 square feet of outdoor (playground) space per child. These minimums affect the licensed capacity a given facility can support.
How long is an Indiana childcare center license valid?
A center license expires two years after issuance, so it is effectively renewed on a two-year cycle. The division may inspect at any time, and in practice conducts annual and unannounced visits, so centers must stay continuously compliant rather than only at renewal.
Disclaimer: These figures are a summary drawn from Indiana rule 470 IAC 3-4.7 and FSSA guidance; operators should confirm current requirements directly with FSSA's Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning before acting. This page is a summary for informational purposes only and is not legal or compliance advice. Confirm with Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning.