Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Little Western Academy
Phoenix, AZ
· Maricopa County
1616 North 89th Avenue,
Phoenix, AZ 85037
Quick Facts
Capacity
197 children
Age Range
Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
Type of Care
3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-18443
License Holder
LITTLE WESTERN ACADEMY CHILDCARE, INC.
Licensed Since
2019
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
DES
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
LITTLE WESTERN ACADEMY is a Child Care Center in PHOENIX AZ, with a maximum capacity of 197 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
Little Western Academy has currently reopened under new Management and ownership
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0177924 | 2026-07-08 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint #00176187 investigation on 07/08/2026. A focused inspection was conducted. Ratios observed were: 1-year-old Children: 2:11 1-year-old Children: 1:6 2-year-old Children: 2:11 3-year-old Children: 2:16 4-year-old Children: 2:14 4/5-year-old Children: 2:21 School-Age Children: 1:19 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: Director Documentation observed was: Staff Written Statements, Video evidence, facility documentation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that 2 of 4 allegations were substantiated. The other 2 of 4 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. A plan of corrections will not be accepted at this time. | |||
| INSP-0164493 | 2025-12-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/05/2025 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 the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was emailed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Notice of Inspection Rights were provided to the Licensee at the time of the Inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for of 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 are not limited to: Ensure Emergency Records are complete. Ensure cleaning equipment is inaccessible to children. Ensure personal products are labeled with full name. Ensure transportation binders are complete. Ensure to maintain toys and equipment in good repair. Ensure to watch metal fencing on Toddler Playground. Ensure chipping paint is maintained. | |||
| INSP-0134708 | 2025-06-20 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 6/20/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following facility areas are approved for use: One’s Classroom (Classroom 133) Diapering area in Classroom 133 Four’s Classroom (Classroom 136) The Diapering area in Classroom 136 will not be used at this time but was inspected. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: Ensure wood items in classroom is smooth and without rough edges. Ensure to watch fire extinguishers for maintenance. | |||
| INSP-0051121 | 2024-12-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: **AMENDED** The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/09/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was emailed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 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 are not limited to: Ensure personal products are labeled with first and last names. Ensure the water fountains grout and handles are maintained in a clean condition. Ensure lesson plans are updated. Ensure vehicle registrations are maintained in the vehicle. Ensure vehicles are maintained in a clean condition. Ensure toilet rooms are maintained in a clean condition. Compliance Officer Monika Jones | |||
| INSP-0035597 | 2023-12-11 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance inspection conducted on 12/11/2023, 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 Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. 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 are not limited to: Vinyl Couches Compliance Officer #1 is Monika Jones Compliance Officer #2 is Jennifer Forschino | |||
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