Saving Grace Preschool - Queen Creek AZ Child Care Center

24498 S Ellsworth Rd , Queen Creek AZ 85142
(480) 793-7380

About the Provider

Description: SAVING GRACE PRESCHOOL is a Child Care Center in Queen Creek AZ, with a maximum capacity of 175 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 0020096CDCYA34501206
  • Capacity: 175
  • 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, Infant Care, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2023-01-06
  • Current License Issue Date: 2026-01-06
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2027-01-05

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection # Inspection Date Inspection Type Status
INSP-0173569 2026-05-07 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the investigation was to conduct Complaint #00168808 investigation on 5/7/2026. A focus inspection was conducted. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants - 1:1, 1:4 1s - 2:10 1-2s - 2:9 2s - 2:12 3-4s - 1:9 4-5s - 1:9 There were 4 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer was not able to contact the complainant. Documentation observed was: *Menu *Rosters Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that 2 allegations were unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. There were no deficiencies found. This is subject to change pending programmatic review. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but were not limited to: *Crib placements in the infant room
INSP-0165469 2025-12-30 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 12-30-2025, 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 following was discussed, but not limited to: 1. Notifying the Department of any changes. 2. Door code setup. 3. Specifics documented on the posted menu. 4. Expired medications and medication policy. 5. Diapering procedures and requirements. 6. Illness/injury log documentation. 7. Field trip form documentation. 8. Posted lesson plans. 9. Posted licensed capacity. 10. Tripping hazards. 11. Uncovered outlets. 12. Staff file documentation--DCS results. 13. Documentation required for non-walking infants.
INSP-0051440 2025-01-03 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 01/03/2025 subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez The Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. 7 of 7 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **Criminal History and Direct Service affidavits completed before starting date of employment **Staff attendance requirements - Director and Director's Designee **Teacher Caregiver qualifications **New employee training completed within 10 calendar days - Dates of topics completed **Infant food received from the parent labeled with child's first and last name **Diaper changing requirements - Surface kept clear of items not related to diapering **Parent-provided sippy cups for 1 and 2-year-olds labeled with child's first and last name **Food waste kept in a lined and covered garbage container **First aid kit supply requirements **Facility does not stock a supply of medications for administration to enrolled children
INSP-0050625 2024-12-02 Modification Complete
Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 10/027/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A complete inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez The following items were discussed but not limited to: **Posting requirements - Diaper changing procedures **Musical instruments accessible to 1-year-olds **Diaper changing requirements - Use of changing table paper roll prohibited
INSP-0049915 2024-11-04 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint investigation (Case# 90237) conducted on 11/04/2024 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. The investigation was completed on 11/04/2024. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: Monika Jones A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Complainant was contacted on 10/31/2024. Please submit the Written Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Defciencies Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:2 2's - 2:9 3's - 1:4 7 staff were interviewed. Documentation reviewed: daily classroom rosters, children's attendance records, staff attendance records, facility cleaning checklist Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview, and documentation that 2 of 2 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated.
INSP-0044277 2024-06-12 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #0044277 on June 12, 2024. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Celeste Angulo Compliance Officer #2: Pat Morgan-Martinez The ratios observed were: Infants 1:1 1/2's Seedlings: 2:6 3's - School Age: 1:7 There were four staff members interviewed during this investigation. The complainant was contacted on 6/12/24 The documentation reviewed was the following: Saving Grace Cleaning Procedures list for cleaning company, Job Description Toddler Lead Teacher, Job Description Assistant Teacher Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please complete the Plan of Corrections in the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies.
INSP-0036460 2024-01-05 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 01/05/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 7 of 7 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was provided at the time of inspection. Please complete within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of inspection. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **Criminal History and Direct Service Affidavits completed before the starting date of employment **10-day New Employee training requirements **Teacher caregiver qualifications **Lesson plans and menus posted/dated for the current week **Personal products kept inaccessible to children **Sufficient classroom equipment/materials available for children **Freezer temperature requirements **Expired or unused medications returned to parent/guardian
INSP-0034188 2023-11-06 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint investigation (Case# 65177, 64341, 64294) conducted on 11/06/2023 and is subject to change pending programmatic review. The investigation was completed on 11/06/2023. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: David Ramos A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Written Documentation of Corrections was not accepted at the time of inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 2:9, 1:6 Twos/Threes: 1:10 Threes/Fours: 2:14 Fours: 3:7 4 staff members were interviewed during this investigation. 1 staff file was reviewed during the investigation. 1 of 1 fingerprint clearance card was determined to be valid per a DPS website search. Documentation reviewed: Diaper changing logs, children's attendance records, snack menus, accident/illness log, staff training agenda Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview, and documentation that 1 of 2 allegations were substantiated regarding Case #64294, 3 of 5 allegations were substantiated regarding Case #64341, and 1 of 1 allegation was unsubstantiated for Case #65177 due to a lack of sufficient evidence. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **TB test requirements for staff **Variety of food to be served at meal times **Documentation of parent communication when a child receives medical treatment
INSP-0031268 2023-08-18 Monitoring Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Monitoring inspection conducted on 08/18/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 10 of 10 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: **Emergency Information and Immunization Record card requirements **Use of electronic roster **Accessible cleaning equipment **Soiled containers - tight fitting lids **Menu requirements - specific foods **Cleaning & Sanitation - classroom rugs, diaper changing surfaces **Person authorized to administer medications **Medication authorization requirements
INSP-0028633 2023-06-16 Initial Monitoring Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring inspection conducted on 06/16/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez The Written Documentation of Corrections was not accepted at the time of inspection. Please submit via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 14 of 14 Fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. A full inspection was not conducted. The following items were discussed: **Criminal history and direct service affidavits signed/dated prior to employment **Director/Designee posting requirements **Roster requirements **Director designee qualifications - work experience **Staff record requirements **Infant dietary instructions - formula & cereal **Diaper changing areas - soap from a dispenser **Cleaning & sanitation **Medication storage **Field trip requirements **Playground hazards
INSP-0028123 2023-06-02 Initial Monitoring Complete
Initial Comments: The Compliance Officer was unable to complete the Initial Monitoring inspection on 06/02/2023. Upon arrival, the facility was closed. The Director stated that there were no services for children due to staff training. Compliance Officer: Pat Morgan-Martinez

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