Kids Incorporated Learning Center Paradise Village - Scottsdale AZ Child Care Center

4848 E Cactus Rd Suite 600 , SCOTTSDALE AZ 85254
(602) 996-5431

About the Provider

Description: Our Philosophy: Children need to feel confident if they are to learn effectively. By understanding what a child needs in order to feel happy and comfortable in our care, we are able to produce the optimum environment for learning – a place where children can engage with their environment, learn and have fun. Our comprehensive learning program integrates all aspects of a child’s healthy development from correct nutrition to a comprehensive education.

We provide fun opportunities for a child to be with other children of their age group in a setting which meets both the developmental needs of the child, and the concerns of parents. A place where the child can engage in activities that are fun serve a meaningful purpose.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-16218
  • Capacity: 176
  • Age Range: Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations CACFP
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: {3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Infant Care, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2012-05-02
  • Current License Issue Date: 2025-08-01
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2026-07-31
  • District Office: ADHS Division of Licensing Services
  • District Office Phone: (602) 364-2539 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection # Inspection Date Inspection Type Status
INSP-0171518 2026-04-08 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00164408 investigation on 4/8/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. No deficiencies were found at the time of the inspection and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The following was discused but not limited to 1) Mandated reporting requirements, and 2) Discussion regarding licensee’s question of what information is required to be reported to the Department, and 3) Information required on children’s information cards. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:9, One year olds: 2:8, Two-year-olds: 1:8 & 2:9, Three year olds: 1:13, and Four -Five year olds: 1:14. There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of the 2 were verified to be valid through the DPS website. Others interviewed: The complainant. Documentation observed was the incident report regarding the incidents and photographs related to the incidents, staff attendance and rosters. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview and documentation that allegation #1 was unable to be substantiated.
INSP-0158967 2025-09-04 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00142419 on 9/4/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants 1:3 One year olds 2:7, Two-Three year olds: 1:11 (Cited), and Three & Four year olds 2:22. There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer attempted to contact the complainant. The Complainant did not respond. Documentation observed were rosters and staff attendance logs. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview and documentation that 2 of 2 allegations were substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review.
INSP-0133822 2025-06-13 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 6/13/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Tummy time rules and ensuring the firmness of tummy time mats are maintained,, and 2) Items stored in a bathroom are required to be stored inaccessible to children in either a closed cabinet or on a shelf in a waterproof container that is covered with a lid, and 3) Licensing anniversary fee due by 7/31/2025. There were 5 staff files reviewed. 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website.
INSP-0101764 2025-03-20 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00121865 investigation on 3/20/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants 2:8, One year old 2:13, Two -Three year olds: 2:12, and Four year olds: 2:24. There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. The staff's fingerprint clearance card was verified to be valid through the DPS website. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer attempted to contact the complainant and left a message. The complainant did not contact the Compliance Officer. Documentation observed includes rosters and the incident reports related to the allegation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview and documentation 3 of the allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following was discussed, but not limited to: An 18 inch wide pathway is required for occupied nap mats. No deficiencies were observed and is subject to changes pending programmatic review.
INSP-0045582 2024-07-03 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/3/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but is not limited to: *The staff's starting date versus date of hire/employment date, as it relates to fingerprint clearance cards and annual training cycles, *Tummy time rules and answering of the staff questions, and * Recent change in the Crib arrangement and the rule regarding spacing requirements when the cribs are occupied. There were 6 staff files reviewed. 6 of the 6 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Empower Assessment was completed at the time of the inspection.
INSP-0044280 2024-05-28 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 84611 on 5.28.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 2:8 1's 2:12 2's 2:11 2's & 3's 2:15 3's 2:15 4's 1:15 School age 1:18 There were 6 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 3 children's files reviewed during this investigation. Rosters, children's files, and children's sign in and out sheets were observed during the investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon completion of Complaint investigation 84611 it determined from the Compliance Officer's observations and interviews that the allegation was substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer is Tricia Tartaglio
INSP-0037570 2024-02-20 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigations 68289 & 68226 on 2.20.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 2:5 1's 2:14 *** 2's 1:11 *** 2's & 3's 1:7 3's & up 2:24 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon completion of Complaint investigation 68289 it was determined from the Compliance Officer's observations and interviews that the allegation was unsubstantiated. The allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. Upon completion of Complaint investigation 68226 it was determined from the Compliance Officer's observations and interviews that 2 of 2 allegations were unsubstantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The following was discussed and not limited to: 1. Food size in the Infant room. 2. Keeping the mirror clean in the Infant room. 3. School-age children should not be in the 1's room, even when they are staff's children. Compliance Officer is Tricia Tartaglio
INSP-0029145 2023-07-07 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/7/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 7 of 7 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower self-evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1. Diaper products labeled with a child's first and last name. 2. Beans and small pasta in a 3's sensory table. 3. Communicable disease notices must be posted on the main posting board. 4. Medication forms must have an ending date to administer a medication. 5. Checkmarks next to each child's name on field trip forms. Compliance Officer #1 is Tricia Tartaglio Compliance Officer #2 is Gwen Shawley

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