Description: Philosophy and Mission Statement
We recognize and accept each child as a unique individual, with his/her own potential for growth and development.
We embrace and celebrate every child’s cultural differences, striving to instill acceptance and a positive attitude towards self and others.
We believe that children learn best through active learning. This is accomplished through the use of hands-on learning centers; small and large group activities, exploring the natural world around them.
We believe the family is the primary component in the child’s life with the center being a supportive component and partner with the family.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0165304 | 2025-12-22 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Modification Inspection (Application AZFA1760029587070874) conducted on December 22. 2025, 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 start of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: *Restroom storage *Garbage cans must be lined and have a lid if storing food waste *Activity Schedule must include any hours children may be in care Classroom 301 (Capacity 23) and Classroom 305 (Capacity 24) were approved and added as licensed space, as well as two additional sink/toilet combinations. | |||
| INSP-0164364 | 2025-12-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on December 08, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: *Updated DCS/CBC Background Check process *Updated rules and forms available on website *24 annual training hours *Two new classrooms *Resilient material requirements for outdoor equipment *Accident/Emergency drills Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0050843 | 2024-12-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on December 09, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 07/01/25 Fire: 12/04/24 Gas: 01/17/25 Sanitation: 05/31/25 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Updated DES/DCS Background Check process -License renewal due before 01/31/25 -Chain of Command posting should include qualified Director Designee -Document dates and length of trainings -Post evacuation map near marked exits -Put N/A on child emergency card if second parent/guardian is not listed -Forms and rule set available on AZDHS website -Licenses are now valid for one year The Plan of Correction was not accepted at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer 1: Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2: Katie Corrow | |||
| INSP-0035573 | 2023-12-15 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 12/15/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer : Amanda Valenzuela 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility at the time of the inspection. The DES group was evaluated at the time of the inspection. Fire: 2/25/21 (Fire Marshal) Gas: 1/12/23 Sanitation: expires 5/31/24 Insurance: expires 6/30/24 | |||
| 2022-01-24 | Article 2 | R9-5-203.C. | |
| Initial Comments: The fingerprint card for Staff #1 (start date 07/30/15) expired on 03/30/2018 and DPS issued their renewal card on 01/24/2020. Therefore, Staff #1 was working without a valid fingerprint card for one year and nine months. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | Article 2 | R9-5-203.D.1-2 | |
| Initial Comments: The file for Staff #2 (start date 11/12/19) did not contain documentation that their fingerprint card was verified to be valid prior to employment. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | Article 3 | R9-5-301.B.2. | |
| Initial Comments: The files for Staff #1 (start date 07/30/115) and Staff #2 (start date 11/12/19) did not contain documentation of their education and therefore they are not qualified as teacher-caregivers. Per Director, both staff work alone with children. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | article 3 | R9-5-301.F.1.2. | |
| Initial Comments: The TB test for Staff #2 (start date 11/12/19) was read negative on 11/13/19 and therefore did not meet the required timeframes. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. | |
| Initial Comments: Child #1 was not signed out on 01/03 and 01/05-01/07. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | article 3 | R9-5-309.B. | |
| Initial Comments: The most recent gas inspection was conducted on 01/05/2021 and is therefore expired. | |||
| 2022-01-24 | article 4 | R9-5-401.3. | |
| Initial Comments: The files for Staff #1 (start date 07/30/115) and Staff #2 (start date 11/12/19) did not contain documentation of their education and therefore they are not qualified as teacher-caregivers. Per Director, both staff work alone with children. | |||
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