Description: THRIVE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Child Care Center in Gilbert AZ, with a maximum capacity of 59 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0158543 | 2025-08-26 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/26/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Please submit a 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 DES Group-Size contract form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Survey was sent following the inspection. Please complete it within 10 days of receipt. 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 not limited to: *TB Attestation form *CBC portal *First Aid kit *Fire extinguisher tags *Classroom materials *Electrical outlets | |||
| INSP-0104593 | 2025-03-21 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Please submit your Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint #00122134 investigation conducted on 3/21/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Ratios observed were: 1- to 2-year-old children: 1:8 3-to 5-year old children: 1:10 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 3 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the compliant investigation #00122134, it was determined from observation and interviews that 4 of 6 allegations were substantiated. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: *Ensure staff sign statement of immunity, and include back of Criminal History Affidavit in staff files. | |||
| INSP-0051774 | 2025-01-03 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 01/03/2025 but is subject to changes. pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper 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 not limited to: Tummy Time, Infant feeding, diaper changing procedures, room capacity, cribs & sheets, staff responsibilities, and half door. The Compliance Officer is Patti Longman. | |||
| INSP-0047872 | 2024-09-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/4/2024 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 DES Contact form was completed 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 not limited to: *Ensure menus list specific fruits/flavors. *Ensure playground equipment has sufficient fall zones. *Ensure Emergency Information and Immunization Records have all required information. Compliance Officer is Patti Longman. | |||
| INSP-0034319 | 2023-11-02 | Initial Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on 11/02/2023 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 fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 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: *Ensure staff personal belongings are not accessible to enrolled children. *Ensure carpets are not fraying. *Ensure menu is posted. Compliance Officer is Denise Ruffalo. | |||
| INSP-0031805 | 2023-09-05 | Compliance (Initial) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 9/5/2023. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The fingerprint clearance cards for 4 of 4 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Ensure enrolled children in the ones' classroom are one year old and walking. *Ensure the menu has a variety of food for enrolled children. *Ensure there is immediate access to enrolled children. *Ensure that a copy of the confirmation email from DCS is in each staff members file. *Compliance Officer #1 is Denise Ruffalo. *Compliance Officer #2 is Patti Longman. *Deputy Bureau Chief is Dale Evans. | |||
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