Ray's Child Care & Learning Center - Palmer AK LICENSED CENTER

1738 N CHET CIRCLE , PALMER AK 99645
(907) 745-4875
2 Reviews

About the Provider

Description:

We do accept child care assistance, and other programs.  Our rates are higher so the client has to pay the difference.  We also offer preschool by licensed teachers. and a summer program for school agers.

Program and Licensing Details

  • Capacity: 68
  • Age Range: 0 WEEK(S) THROUGH 12 YEAR(S)
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: Full-Time
  • Current License Issue Date: Jun 01, 2020
  • District Office: Alaska Division of Public Assistance - Child Care Program Office
  • District Office Phone: 1-888-268-4632 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Type Date Finding Violation Date Compliance Date Action Taken
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2021-01-13 IN-COMPLIANCE 2021-01-13 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2020-08-27 IN-COMPLIANCE 2020-08-27 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2020-02-13 IN-COMPLIANCE 2020-02-13 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2019-05-15 IN-COMPLIANCE 2019-05-15 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2019-01-15 IN-COMPLIANCE 2019-01-15 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2018-11-07 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-11-07 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2018-04-17 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-04-17 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2018-02-07 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-02-07 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2017-06-21 NON-COMPLIANCE 2017-06-21 2017-09-22 PLAN OF CORRECTION
Statute/Regulation: LICENSING REGS 7AAC 57; Section: 57.535 - BEHAVIOR GUIDANCE
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2017-06-21 NON-COMPLIANCE 2017-06-21 2017-09-22 PLAN OF CORRECTION
Statute/Regulation: LICENSING REGS 7AAC 10; Section: 10.1035 PREMISES

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Reviews

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Megan Hiser Mar 03, 2020
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

I am saddened to write this, but I feel obligated to inform the community. When I arrived at Ray's to tour the facility, I happened to walk in right when an employee (older woman with gray hair) was dragging a 3-5 year old boy by his neck and arm, yelling at him all the way down the hallway while he was screaming. She was using so much force the child's feet were actually off the ground and his face was bright red. I will never forget the look of terror in that boy's face and I wish I had stopped her but instead I turned around and ran out, then walked back in to talk to the director. I asked her to notify the parents and she said she would, but she was unwilling to fire the employee. She said the employee was having issues in her personal life, and she told her to go home for the day. I do not feel this was an adequate solution to what I witnessed and my heart goes out to that poor boy. I hope his parents are notified and able to do more than I could.

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Natalie R Oct 28, 2020
I have learned, over the past 45 years, when working with children, their parents, and employees to step back and evaluate any situation or concern that occurs. I research facts, ask questions, listen and then respond. Thus, I have developed a protocol to follow so I make accurate decisions involving others lives. In the review sited, I took the 24 hours to complete my research and then followed through on the decision. I care deeply about the families that entrust their children daily to us. This passion proves out in many children that return as adults to enroll their own child or to work at the center. My goal is to make a difference in every child’s life. ( Due to Covid 19’s difficulties starting in March, my response was delayed online. I did not delay in the follow through of my decision).
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Shay Bose Oct 28, 2017
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Well run family orientated child care. Been in business for 42 years. Excellent preschool staff with educational degrees. Loving baby staff that are consistent and dedicated. Many of the children come back with their own children which is an excellent reference.

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