Description: CHILDRENS LEARNING ADVENTURE CHILD CARE CENTER is a Child Care Center in GILBERT AZ, with a maximum capacity of 601 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0169761 | 2026-03-10 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00161291 investigation conducted on 03.10.26 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The following room ratios were observed: Infant's: 1:5 One's: 2:12 Two's: 2:12, 1:7, 1:8 Three's: 1:7 Four's: 1:5, 2:10 School Age: 1:13 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Documents observed included a written staff statement, staff file, and video of the incident. This complaint was self-reported by the facility's director. The director has implemented additional training for staff to prevent further incidents prior to the investigation. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation, it was determined from observation and staff interview that 3 of 3 allegations were substantiated. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: - procedures for name-to-face checks when transitioning - supervision and attendance training - implementation of walkie talkie for outdoor communication. | |||
| INSP-0167753 | 2026-02-04 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint #00158047 investigation conducted on 2/4/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed: Infants: 2:6 One-year-old children: 1:4, 2:11 Two-year-old children: 1:6, 2:14, 2:13 Three-year-old children: 1:6, 2:18 Four-year-old children: 1:10, 2:23 Five-year-old children: 1:5 There were 5 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 5 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant via email and telephone on 2/4/2026. Upon completion of the complaint investigation #00158047, it was determined from observation and interviews that the allegation was substantiated. | |||
| INSP-0160299 | 2025-09-26 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/26/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Group-size contract form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Survey was emailed to the director following the inspection. Please complete it within 10 days. The fingerprint clearance cards for 7 of 7 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but not limited to: *Staff file requirements. *Tummy time procedures. *Playground maintenance. *Ensure toilet seats are tightened. *Ensure vinyl seats in the Jungle Room are maintained. *Ensure cleaning tools are inaccessible. *Ensure water bottles are accessible to enrolled children. | |||
| INSP-0048741 | 2024-10-02 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The fingerprint clearance cards for 13 of 13 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspections. The DES Group Size Contact form was complete at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Ensure menu item notate specific flavors. *Ensure outdoor equipment and toys are maintained in a clean condition. *Ensure medication authorization forms are completed as required. *Ensure to verify fingerprint clearance cards for new staff are valid before their start date. *Ensure Emergency, Information, & Immunization Record cards have required information and the transportation binders have updated cards. *Ensure cleaning equipment is inaccessible. Compliance Officer #1 is Patti Longman. Compliance Officer #2 is Stephanie Jake. | |||
| INSP-0044799 | 2024-06-06 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 6/6/2024 for case #00085417. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 2:8, 2:10 2-year-old children: 2:12, 1:8, 1:8 3-year-old children: 2:20, 1:9 4/5-year-old children: 1:11 School-Age children: 2:19 There were 3 staff interviewed during the inspection. Documentation observed was a staff file. Upon completion of complaint # 00085417 , it was determined from observation, interviews, and documentation, that there was insufficient evidence to substantiate the allegation. The Compliance Officer is Patti Longman | |||
| INSP-0033172 | 2023-10-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/4/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of inspection. The DES form was completed at the time of inspection. The Empower information was completed after the inspections. The fingerprint clearance cards for 8 of 8 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: *Ensure fencing on basketball court is maintained. *Ensure vinyl seats are maintained. *Ensure toys and materials are in good repair. *Ensure plants are not harmful to children. *Ensure infants bottles are labeled with first and last name. *Ensure an IEP or IP is obtained when making accommodation for children with special needs. Compliance Officer #1 is Patti Longman. Compliance Officer #2 is Denise Ruffalo. | |||
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