Natural Choice Academy - Phoenix AZ Child Care Center

13840 NORTH TATUM BOULEVARD , PHOENIX AZ 85032
(602) 404-7820

About the Provider

Description: Our mission is to ensure all students receive a developmentally appropriate education in the most natural setting possible. Through a learning enriched environment, we focus on preparing children for success upon entering elementary school and providing a foundation for sustainable living.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 0020412CDCLT37748578
  • Capacity: 175
  • Age Range: Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • 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}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2025-07-23
  • Current License Issue Date: 2025-07-23
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2026-07-22
  • 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-0171430 2026-04-09 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint # 164494 investigation conducted on 4/9/2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer attempted to contact the Complainant. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: One's: 3:17 Two's: 3:19, 3:17 Three's: 2:15, 2:16 Four's: 1:11, 2:15 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed at the time of the inspection: Incident and injury reports and video footage. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation, it was determined from observation and staff interview that 1 of 1 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated.
INSP-0164238 2025-12-03 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint # 151967 investigation conducted on 12/3/2025, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 12/2/2025. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: One's: 3:8 Two's: 3:14, 3:10 Three's: 2:11, 2:7 Four's: 2:4, 2:12 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. One staff file was reviewed. 1 of 1 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The following documentation was reviewed: Video footage. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation, it was determined from observation and staff interview that 2 of 2 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated.
INSP-0160368 2025-09-22 Initial Monitoring Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on 09/22/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Notice of Inspection Rights were provided to the Licensee at the time of the Inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 1 of 1 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: Ensuring flooring is free of hazards. Ensure diaper-changing surfaces and diaper sink areas are kept clear.
INSP-0135517 2025-07-18 Compliance (Initial) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Initial inspection conducted on 7/18/24, and is subject to change pending programmatic review. The plan of corrections is due via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 28 of 28 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The following was discussed but not limited to: *Ensuring that all the children's emergency cards have a date of enrollment. *The soiled clothing container lid needs to be secured in all the diapering changing classrooms. *The base of the toilets were missing caps on the bolts in the 4's restroom. *The wood on the playground is maintained free from hazards.

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