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The Learning Experience
Gilbert, AZ
· Maricopa County
727 North Higley Road,
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Quick Facts
Capacity
188 children
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
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-18930
License Holder
PREMIERE CHILDCARE SERVICES LLC
Licensed Since
2020
License Issued
Nov 1, 2025
Active Through
Oct 31, 2026
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
Empower Pack
District Office
ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing
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About the Provider
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE is a Child Care Center in Gilbert AZ, with a maximum capacity of 188 children.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0174488 | 2026-05-21 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint # 170438 investigation conducted on 5/21/2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A focused inspection was conducted. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 5/21/2026. The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 2:7 One's: 1:5, 2:13 Two's: 1:8, 2:14 Three's: 1:13, 1:13, 2:24 Four's: 1:13 Nine staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation, it was determined from observation and staff interview that 3 of 4 allegations were substantiated. The other allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following citations were observed. | |||
| INSP-0174135 | 2026-05-15 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint #169617 investigation on 5/15/2026. A focused 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 Designee at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 1s: 2:13 2s: 2:7, 2:14 3s: 1:13, 1:12 4s: 2:20, 1:14 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 6 children interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant by email. Documentation observed was: -Rosters Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that all 1 of 1 allegation was substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A Plan of Correction is not accepted at this time. | |||
| INSP-0163727 | 2025-11-20 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of Complaint #151100 Investigation conducted on 11/20/2025 and are 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. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:9 1s: 2:12 2s: 2:13, 2:13 3s: 2:17, 2:14 4s: 2:15 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed: classroom rosters, staff files, and written staff statements The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant. Upon completion of Complaint #151100 investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 1 out of 1 allegation was unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. During the exit interview, the following was discussed but not limited to: *Staff will complete a new Criminal History Affidavit each time the fingerprint clearance card is renewed *A file for each staff member will include an end date of employment if applicable *Rosters will document the number of children present in each activity area | |||
| INSP-0161302 | 2025-10-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the annual compliance inspection conducted on 10-10-2025, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The DES group size was compliant at the time of the inspection. 8 of 8 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: 1. First aid kit components. 2. Statement of Services components. 3. Children's medications. 4. Diaper changing table cleanliness. 5. Dates for acquiring staff file documentation. 6. CPR demonstration requirements. 7. Pathways of the designated exit door(s). 8. Storage of soiled diaper/clothing containers. 9. Playground fence- continue to monitor rust. 10. Individualized plans for infants. 11. Facility maintenance. | |||
| INSP-0133706 | 2025-06-11 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00133056 and #00133061 Investigations conducted on 6/11/2025 and are 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. Please submit the Plan of Correction in the Portal within 10 days of receiving the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:4 1s: 2:13 2s: 1:5, 2:12, 1:5 3s: 1:10, 1:10 4s: 1:11 There were 7 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed: children's attendance records, Emergency Information and Immunization Record cards, classroom rosters, staff schedules, and electronic messages with photos. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant. Upon completion of Complaint #00133056 Investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 2 out of 4 allegations were substantiated, and 2 out of 4 allegations were unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. Upon completion of Complaint #00133061 Investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 2 out of 2 allegations were substantiated. During the exit interview, the following was discussed but not limited to: *Requirements for enrolled children who are one and walking | |||
| INSP-0049039 | 2024-10-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/08/2024 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 Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation invitation 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 6 of 6 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: *Reviewed Tummy Time guidelines with Infant staff *The posted weekly menu will include the date *Rosters will document the temporary absence of children from the activity room Compliance Officer #1 is Heather Bauer Compliance Officer #2 is Sherri Pavlisick | |||
| INSP-0047684 | 2024-09-09 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: Amended Statement of Deficiencies on 9.11.24 The following deficiency was observed during the Complaint Investigation #00089361 conducted on 09/09/2024 and is subject to programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The plan of correction will not be accepted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 3:12 1-year-old children: 2:13 1-year-old children: 2:7 2-year-old children: 2:12 2-year-old children: 1:7 4-year-old children: 1:14 3-year-old children: 2:15 3-year-old children: 1:13 4-year-old children 2:12 There were 2 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #00089361 it was determined from observation, written staff statements, and documentation, that 1 of 1 allegation is substantiated. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Rosters will account for the temporary absence of children from the activity room. *Each sleeping mat requires a clean sheet Compliance Officer #1 is Heather Bauer Compliance Officer #2 is Sherri Pavlisick | |||
| INSP-0044365 | 2024-05-24 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed during the Complaint Investigation #00084820 conducted on 05/24/2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 1-year-old children: 3:18 2-year-old children: 2:16 2-year-old children: 2:15 2-year-old children: 1:8 3-year-old children: 3:26 3-year-old children: 2:19 There were 2 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Upon completion of the Complaint investigation #00084820 it was determined from observation, staff statements and documentation, that 1 of 1 allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *A licensee shall provide an unobstructed passageway at least 18 inches wide between each row of mats to allow a staff member access to enrolled child. Compliance Officer #1 is Heather Bauer. Compliance Officer #2 is Sherri Pavlisick. | |||
| INSP-0033314 | 2023-10-11 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/11/2023 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 Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 8 of 8 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: *Monthly fire drills should occur at different times of the day. *A minimum of 5-foot candles of illumination is required when children are napping or sleeping: this amount of light will allow staff to supervise children, staff will be able to see children's faces and monitor life, health and safety of each child. Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
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