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L.E.S.D.#79 - SCOTT LIBBY - EARLY CHILD EDUCATION
Litchfield Park, AZ
· Maricopa County
18701 West Thomas Road,
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Quick Facts
Capacity
117 children
Age Range
Three to Five; School-Age
Type of Care
3/4/5-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (623) 535-6200
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-6249
License Holder
LITCHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #79
Licensed Since
2000
License Issued
Oct 1, 2025
Expired
Sep 30, 2026
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
DES
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
The Litchfield Elementary School District is dedicated to the task of providing challenging programs appropriate for all ability levels. Specialized instruction will be provided to serve the needs of gifted students. Litchfield Elementary School District ensures that classrooms are responsive to the unique needs of diverse gifted learners and ensures a positive classroom environment that values and honors each student’s unique learning style. The program complies with the Arizona Law that mandates that school districts identify gifted students as those scoring at the 97th percentile or above on any one of the three batteries of the Cognitive Abilities Test or on any other state approved appropriate test administered by Litchfield Elementary District personnel for placement.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0178457 | 2026-07-23 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed during the Modification inspection conducted on 7/23/26, subject to change pending programmatic review. A focused inspection was conducted. Please submit the plan of corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. *Pre-K Room C101 and the Boys' and Girls' Restrooms located outside Pre-K Room C101 were inspected. | |||
| INSP-0175520 | 2026-06-24 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of this inspection was to conduct an investigation for complaint #00171367 on June 24, 2026. A focused inspection was conducted at this time. School registration and extended day program registration records were reviewed. The Designated Person was interviewed as part of the investigation. Per review of the records, the alleged victim was not enrolled in the licensed program. Based on the documentation reviewed, it was determined that two of the two allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. | |||
| INSP-0158445 | 2025-08-25 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 08-25-2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during 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 Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The DES Contact Group size was compliant at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1. TB requirements. 2. 10-day new staff orientation training. 3. Classroom rosters. 4. Posted menus. 5. Insect maintenance. 6. Medication. 7. First aid kit components. | |||
| INSP-0048668 | 2024-09-27 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed during the Monitoring Inspection conducted on September 27, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: **The Criminal History Affidavit and Background Checks need to be completed before the date of employment **Fingerprint Clearance Cards need to be verified by the employer before the date of employment **Rosters should be kept in the activity area that children are in. **Menus need to have listed specifics of variety foods **Disinfectant solution in all activity areas needs to be kept inaccessible to children. | |||
| INSP-0047655 | 2024-08-30 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The Annual Compliance Inspection was attempted on 08/30/2024. This inspection could not be conducted due to the closure of the facility for Teacher Inservice Day. Compliance Officer: Dawn Rathburn | |||
| INSP-0046458 | 2024-07-30 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 7/30/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer (CO): Celeste Angulo | |||
| INSP-0032095 | 2023-09-13 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 9/13/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days | |||
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