Description: SERENITY'S LEARNING ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE LLC is a Child Care Group Home in LAVEEN AZ, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0169201 | 2026-02-27 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/27/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the Licensee 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 DES Group Size was observed to be compliant at the time of inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for one staff, and one resident 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: *Unused outlets will have a safety plug *The current menu will be posted *Step stool with exposed splintery wood will be removed from the outdoor activity area | |||
| INSP-0163049 | 2025-11-14 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint #00149451 investigation on 11-14-2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The ratio observed was: 1:6 There was 1 staff member interviewed during this investigation. There were 5 children's files reviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that 1 of 2 allegations were substantiated. 1 allegation was unable to be substantiated due to the lack of sufficient evidence. The following deficiencies were observed 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 following was discussed, but not limited to: 1. General cleanliness. | |||
| INSP-0158586 | 2025-08-26 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Midyear Inspection conducted on 8/26/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given the Licensee at the time of the inspection. 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. The DES Group Size was observed to be compliant at the time of inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for one staff and one resident 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: *Unused outlets will have a safety plug *Debris (blew in from storm) will be removed before children occupy the outdoor activity area | |||
| INSP-0099935 | 2025-03-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 03/04/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice Of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Rights was given to the Provider. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Self Evaluations Survey link was emailed to the Provider. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 Staff and 1 Resident 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: *Unused electrical outlets will be covered with an insert or safety plug *Continue to monitor the toilet seat to ensure it remains sanitizable *Maintain a written record if a child exhibits signs of illness or infestation *Dog feces will be removed from the outdoor activity area before children are permitted in the outdoor activity area *Each Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record Card will have an attached Immunization Record | |||
| INSP-0047569 | 2024-08-30 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed during the Midyear Inspection conducted on 08/30/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 staff members and 1 resident 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: *Attendance records will include a parent or authorized individual's signature for each admission and release of the enrolled child. *The swirl slide will remain inaccessible until repairs or replacement are received. Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
| INSP-0039837 | 2024-03-06 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 03/06/2024 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 Evaluations Survey link was emailed to the Provider. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 staff and 1 resident 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: *Accessible drinking water *Continue to monitor wood climber for hazards Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
| INSP-0032051 | 2023-09-06 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Midyear Inspection conducted on 9/06/2023 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 DES Group Size was observed to be compliant at the time of inspection. The Empower Survey invitation was sent to the Certificate Holder. The fingerprint clearance cards for two staff and one resident 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: *Waterproof mats on the diaper changing surface must be seamless or heat sealed. *Dangling cords (such as the cord for the printer) should be secured or removed. *Relocate the diaper changing table to the bedroom next to the restroom. Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
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