Palm Valley Preschool Inc. - Dba Teach N' Fun - Avondale AZ Child Care Center

12375 WEST INDIAN SCHOOL ROAD , AVONDALE AZ 85392
(623) 935-1440
1 Review

About the Provider

Description: Teach N' Fun is a locally owned preschool and child care center that has been proudly serving the community since 1986. We have two locations serving the Phoenix area offering child care and preschool services for children ages 6 weeks through 11 years of age (infants only accepted at Ahwatukee).

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-11276
  • Capacity: 107
  • Age Range: 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, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2004-03-03
  • Current License Issue Date: 2026-03-01
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2027-02-28
  • 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-0167477 2026-01-30 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 01/30/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the Facility Director at the beginning of the inspection. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance. 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 4 of 4 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: *Each approved diaper changing area will have a soiled clothes container *Personal items will be labeled with a first and last name *Staff will have 24 training hours
INSP-0147330 2025-08-04 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: **Amended** The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Complaint #00138182 Investigation conducted on 8/04/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the time of the inspection. The Plan of Correction will not be accepted at this time. Ratios observed were: 1s: 1:3 2s: 2:11 3s: 1:6 4s: 1:12 School Age: 2:9 There were 5 staff and 1 Designated Person interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed: classroom rosters, incident/accident reports, staff files, video surveillance, and manufacturer's guidelines for resilient surfaces The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of the 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer spoke to the complainant via telephone. Upon completion of the Complaint #00138182 Investigation, it was determined from observations, interviews, and documentation, that 1 out of 3 allegations were substantiated, and 2 out of 3 allegations were unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but not limited to: *DCS Central Registry will be completed before the start date of employment. *Childcare experience will be documented and available for review *A child educator will be assigned to supervise each staff member who does not meet the qualifications of R9-5-401.3
INSP-0052602 2025-01-31 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 01/31/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice Of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights was given to the Facility Director at the beginning of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Self-Evaluation Survey link was emailed to the Provider. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Van CK80924 was approved for transportation During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Continue to monitor the blue vinyl book nook to ensure it is sanitizable *Ensure the panels on the drop-in lid of the trash can close *The medication dosage period cannot exceed the expiration date of the medication Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer.
INSP-0037571 2024-02-06 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 02/06/2024 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 Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation link was emailed to the Provider. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 4 of 4 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: *Maintain documentation of posted communicable disease for 12 months *Maintain documentation of Staff Attendance Records for 12 months after the date of attendance on the record *Designate in writing the individual(s) authorized to give medication *Accessible drinking water *Insurance statement is available for review on the premises Compliance Officer #1 is Heather Bauer. Compliance Officer #2 is Tricia Tartaglio.

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Rich 2015-08-23 07:11:31

Incredibly gifted staff and committed teachers. Terrific facility and great location. Local owner is always accessible.

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