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PHOENIX CHILDREN'S ACADEMY PRIVATE SCHOOL # 226
Surprise, AZ
· Maricopa County
15562 North Reems Road,
Surprise, AZ 85374
Quick Facts
Capacity
209 children
Age Range
Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
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
Transportation
To/From School
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (623) 201-2480
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-14901
License Holder
CADENCE EDUCATION, L.L.C.
Licensed Since
2016
License Issued
Aug 1, 2026
Active Through
Jul 31, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
CACFP
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool, Surprise is much more than just daycare. We offer infant, preschool and child care programs with a curriculum that prepares every student to thrive in the next step in their life. We provide parents peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a setting as nurturing as home. Before and after school programs also available.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Tuesday6:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Wednesday6:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Thursday6:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Friday6:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0179522 | 2026-07-30 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00178773 investigation conducted on 7/30/26 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call and an email was sent to the Complainant on 7/30/26. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days of the receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A focused inspection was conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:10 Infants: 1:5 Ones: 1:6 Ones: 2:11 Twos: 1:7 Twos: 2: 15 Threes/Fours: 1:13 Threes/Fours: 2:19 Fours: 1:10 School-agers: 1:7 Six staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Classroom rosters Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and documentation that 2 of 2 allegations were substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed. | |||
| INSP-0157066 | 2025-08-06 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint investigations #138049, #138556, and #138612 on 3/6/2025. There were no deficiencies observed and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer made contact with one of the three Complainants. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:10, 1:2 1-year-old children: 2:8, 2:7 2-year-old children: 1:7 2-year-old children: 1:8, 2:10, 1:8 3-year-old children: 2:17, 1:10 4-5-year-old children: 1:8 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed: classroom rosters, sign in and out sheets, Emergency Information and Immunization Record cards, court documentation, accident and incident reports, and 1 staff file. The fingerprint clearance card for 1 of 1 staff members was verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #138049, it was determined from facility documentation and staff statements that 2 of 2 allegations were unable to be substantiated due to the lack of sufficient evidence. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #138556, it was determined from facility documentation and staff statements that 1of 1 allegations was unable to be substantiated due to the lack of sufficient evidence. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #138612, it was determined from facility documentation and staff statements that 1of 1 allegations was unable to be substantiated due to the lack of sufficient evidence. During the exit interview, the following information was discussed, but not limited to: *Tummy Time *Supervision | |||
| INSP-0135917 | 2025-07-10 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: Amended the Statement of Deficiencies on 7.28.25 The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 07-10-2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 6 of 6 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 Empower Survey link and the Emergency Disaster Contact form were emailed to the provider. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1. Facility maintenance. 2. Classroom maintenance. 3. Playground & equipment maintenance. 4. Thermometers. | |||
| INSP-0097970 | 2025-03-06 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint investigation #00116295 on 3/6/2025. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice Of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Rights was given to the Facility Director Designee. The Compliance Officer could not make contact with the Complainant. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:8 1-year-old children: 1:3 1-year-old children: 1:5 2-year-old children: 1:7 2-year-old children: 1:5 3-year-old children: 1:2 3-5-year-old children: 2:22 There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed: name to face rosters and 6 staff files. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #00116295, it was determined from facility documentation, staff statements. and the Compliance Officer’s observation that 1 of 2 allegations was substantiated and 1 of 2 allegations was unable to be substantiated due to lack of sufficient evidence. During the exit interview the following information was discussed but not limited to: *Maintain documentation of the submission of the DCS Central Registry Form prior to the starting date of employment. | |||
| INSP-0045982 | 2024-07-15 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/15/2024 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 to be compliant 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: *Continue to monitor outdoor picnic table for rough splintery wood. *Attendance records will have a signature and time for each admission and release of enrolled children. *Lanyards attached to a pacifier will not be in the crib *Cracked trash can lids will be repaired or replaced Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
| INSP-0033197 | 2023-10-04 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint investigation #00063705 on 10/4/2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:7 1-year-old children: 2:11 1-year-old children: 1:6 2-year-old children: 2:12 2-year-old children: 2:12 3-year-old children: 1:13 3-year-old children: 1:5 4-year-old children: 1:6 4 and 5-year-old children: 2:14 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: Facility Director Compliance Officer #1 spoke with the complainant via telephone. Documentation observed: name to face rosters. required training schedule (included cleaning and sanitation). Please answer the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #00063705, it was determined from observation, staff statements and documentation, that 1 of 3 allegations was substantiated and 2 of 3 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of complaint investigation conducted on 10/4/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 is Heather Bauer. Compliance Officer #2 is Fred Geyser. | |||
| INSP-0029801 | 2023-07-18 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/18/2023 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 Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES group size was observed to be compliant 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. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Outdoor fences should be monitored for rust. *Activity tables should be monitored to ensure they can be sanitized. A wood table that looses its varnish will could become porous and can no longer be sanitized. Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
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