R.E S.D.#66 - BERNARD BLACK SCHOOL - Phoenix AZ Child Care Center

6550 SOUTH 27TH AVENUE , PHOENIX AZ 85042
(602) 304-3180

About the Provider

Description: VISION STATEMENT
The vision of Dr. Bernard Black Elementary School is to create an A+ School by;
· Creating an environment where students come FIRST
· Promoting strong leadership
· Providing a safe and clean environment
· Focusing on an accelerated curriculum
· Developing lifelong learning through character development
· Developing strong partnerships

OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Dr. Bernard Black Elementary School is
· To serve the academic needs of ALL our students.
· To promote diversity and leadership.
· To provide outstanding service to the Bernard Black Community
· To ensure the academic success of ALL students in reading, math, writing, social studies and science.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-12279
  • Capacity: 105
  • Age Range: Three to Five;
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations Empower Pack
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: {3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Part Day Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2005-08-19
  • Current License Issue Date: 2025-08-01
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2026-07-31
  • 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-0172891 2026-04-27 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/27/26 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. The Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The DES Group Size evaluation form was completed at the time of the inspection. Please send the current Statement of Services. A Change of Space Utilization Application will be required to update room usage and approve diaper-changing for special needs. 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: - Staff file requirements, including annual training, tuberculosis documentation, staff qualification documentation, and file availability on-site - Outdoor maintenance - Restrooms and Classrooms used for enrolled children - Restroom maintenance - Diaper-changing requirements - First aid kits
INSP-0130297 2025-04-29 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/29/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at 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 Empower Self-Survey was emailed following the inspection. Please complete it within 10 days of receipt. The DES Group Size contact form was complete at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 7 of 7 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 not limited to: *Cleaning tool inaccessible *Staff files *Immunization Exemption forms
INSP-0047052 2024-08-13 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed a the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 8/13/2024 for case # 00088525 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. Ratios observed were: 3-year-old children: 2:7, 2:4, 2:8, 2:8 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documents reviewed: Attendance records, Emergency, Information, & Immunization Record cards. The Compliance Officer attempted to contact the complainant via telephone on 8/13/2024. A return response was not received as of the date of this report Upon completion of the compliant investigation #0008525, it was determined from interviews and documentation, that 4 of 4 allegations were substantiated. The Compliance Officer is Patti Longman.
INSP-0045818 2024-07-11 Modification Complete
Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 7/11/2024. An inspection of the classroom was deferred to a later date by request of the licensee. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: * Ensure activity areas are set up and prepared to accept children. Compliance Officer is Patti Longman.
INSP-0043650 2024-05-09 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/9/2024 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 Empower Self-Evaluation was emailed to the program staff. Please complete it within 10 days. The fingerprint clearance cards for 8 of 8 staff member 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 outdoor area is clean and maintained. *Ensure enrollment dates are on the Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record cards. Compliance Officer is Patti Longman.
INSP-0030091 2023-07-25 Modification Complete
Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 7/25/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Written Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. During the Exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Ensure air purifiers are mounted and not accessible. *Ensure cords are not accessible to enrolled children. Compliance Officer #1 is Denise Ruffalo Compliance Officer #2 is Elizabeth Enriquez

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