Child Care Center
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The Learning Experience / Happy Valley L.l.c.
Phoenix, AZ
· Maricopa County
1720 WEST HAPPY VALLEY ROAD,
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Quick Facts
Capacity
165 children
Age Range
Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five;
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}
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-18994
License Issued
Apr 1, 2026
Active Through
Mar 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
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE / HAPPY VALLEY L.L.C. is a Child Care Center in PHOENIX AZ, with a maximum capacity of 165 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; . The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173451 | 2026-05-04 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed during the Modification inspection conducted on 05.04.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure there are enough cribs available for the number of children enrolled. *Ensure feeding chairs are available to meet the children's needs. *Ensure room temperature is maintained between 68 and 82 degrees. *Licensee added the following activity areas: Infant Room 402 with a capacity of 11 children. | |||
| INSP-0172044 | 2026-04-14 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on 04.14.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officers provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Three fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid as valid through the DPS website. | |||
| INSP-0166058 | 2026-03-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 03.09.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officers provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Seven fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. 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: *Ensure that the children sign in/out forms are complete. *Ensure staff files are complete and indicate an accurate start date. *Ensure floor coverings are maintained free from hazards. *Ensure classrooms have enough and accessible materials for children to engage. *Ensure books are maintained in good condition. *Ensure children are not using pacifiers during diaper changing. *Ensure the soft climber is placed on six inches of resilient surface. *Ensure plumbing is draining correctly. *Ensure infant mattresses are in a sanitizable condition. *Ensure only fitted sheets are used in infant cribs. | |||
| INSP-0100293 | 2025-03-11 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 3/11/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days The following item is due within 10 days of receiving this document: A copy of the current violation free fire inspection | |||
| INSP-0047968 | 2024-09-09 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #89754 on September 9, 2024. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer: Stacy Marchelli The ratios observed were: Infants 2:11 Toddler A 1:6 Toddler B 2:16 Toddler C 2:00 Twaddlers 2:16 Prepper 1:5 Preschool 1 1:13 Preschool 2 1:12 Preschool 3 2:14 School-age 1:7 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer attempted to contact Staff #1, but no contact was made. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that one of the two allegations had sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The other allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Complete the Written Documentation of Corrections in the portal within ten days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0041501 | 2024-03-15 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 3/15/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin | |||
| INSP-0027962 | 2023-06-02 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #00059369 investigation conducted on 6/2/23 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 6/2/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:10 Ones: 2:13 Twos: 2:12 Twos: 1:8 Twos/Threes: 1:16 Threes: 1:6 Threes: 2:21 Threes: 3:17 Fours/Fives: 2:22 Five staff members were interviewed during this investigation. One staff file was reviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Classroom rosters 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. The following deficiency was observed. | |||
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