Child Care Center
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St. Thomas Aquinas Preschool
Avondale, AZ
· Maricopa County
13720 West Thomas Road,
Avondale, AZ 85392
Quick Facts
Capacity
124 children
Age Range
Three to Five;
Type of Care
3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Part Day Care
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (623) 935-0945
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-14267
License Holder
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH AVONDALE
Licensed Since
2008
License Issued
Aug 1, 2026
Active Through
Jul 31, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
Empower Pack
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
St. Thomas Aquinas Preschool’s goal is to help prepare your child for success. Therefore we offer a variety of activities focused on: reasoning, hands on, thinking, imagination, and fine and gross motor skills. Your child will be offered opportunities to explore his or her world.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173479 | 2026-05-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/5/26 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was discussed. Please complete and return within 10 days. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 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: - Emergency Information and Immunization Record forms - Emergency drills and documentation - Medication forms - Staff file requirements, including annual training and tuberculosis screening form - Playground equipment maintenance - Restroom supervision - Statement of Services (parent handbook) - Gardening | |||
| INSP-0134113 | 2025-07-15 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: No deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/15/25. This report is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The new classroom was approved for use. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: Playground fencing, Classroom postings, Main posting areas, Storage areas, Application approval process. | |||
| INSP-0130817 | 2025-05-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/7/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 3 of 3 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. Please send the Department a copy of the facility's current Parent Handbook. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but are not limited to: 1. First Aid Kit content requirements. 2. Maintenance of resilient surfacing in fall zones on the playground. 3. Food waste in covered trash containers. 4. Maintaining play equipment in classrooms. 5. Maintenance of restrooms. | |||
| INSP-0043392 | 2024-05-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed during the annual Compliance inspection conducted on May 10, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Flossie Wagner Compliance Officer #2: Celeste Angulo 4 of the 4 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within ten days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. Please send the following documents: *Current Fire Inspection report The Empower Survey was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Staff files and annual training documentation *Fingerprint clearance cards copies (both sides) *Criminal History Affidavit *Resilient surface for playground equipment *Soiled clothing container *Extra water available outdoors | |||
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