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Ray's Child Care & Learning Center

Palmer, AK
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ 3.0 (2 reviews)
1738 N CHET CIRCLE, Palmer, AK 99645
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Quick Facts

Capacity
68 children
Age Range
0 months through 12 years 11 months
Type of Care
Full-Time
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (907) 745-4875
1738 N CHET CIRCLE
Palmer, AK 99645
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Issued
Apr 1, 2025
Active Through
Mar 31, 2027
Issued By
Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
District Office
Alaska Division of Public Assistance - Child Care Program Office

Reviews

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Megan Hiser
2020-03-03 16:15:16
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

I am saddened to write this, but I feel obligated to inform the community. When I arrived at Ray's to tour the facility, I happened to walk in right when an employee (older woman with gray hair) was dragging a 3-5 year old boy by his neck and arm, yelling at him all the way down the hallway while he was screaming. She was using so much force the child's feet were actually off the ground and his face was bright red. I will never forget the look of terror in that boy's face and I wish I had stopped her but instead I turned around and ran out, then walked back in to talk to the director. I asked her to notify the parents and she said she would, but she was unwilling to fire the employee. She said the employee was having issues in her personal life, and she told her to go home for the day. I do not feel this was an adequate solution to what I witnessed and my heart goes out to that poor boy. I hope his parents are notified and able to do more than I could.

Owner response : I have learned, over the past 45 years, when working with children, their parents, and employees to step back and evaluate any situation or concern that occurs. I research facts, ask questions, listen and then respond. Thus, I have developed a protocol to follow so I make accurate decisions involving others lives. In the review sited, I took the 24 hours to complete my research and then followed through on the decision. I care deeply about the families that entrust their children daily to us. This passion proves out in many children that return as adults to enroll their own child or to work at the center. My goal is to make a difference in every child’s life. ( Due to Covid 19’s difficulties starting in March, my response was delayed online. I did not delay in the follow through of my decision).
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Shay Bose
2017-10-27 20:50:53
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Well run family orientated child care. Been in business for 42 years. Excellent preschool staff with educational degrees. Loving baby staff that are consistent and dedicated. Many of the children come back with their own children which is an excellent reference.

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About the Provider

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We do accept child care assistance, and other programs.  Our rates are higher so the client has to pay the difference.  We also offer preschool by licensed teachers. and a summer program for school agers.

Additional Information: Financial Assistance: State of Alaska Child Care Assistance, Military, Tribal; Learn & Grow Program: Yes;

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6am - 6:30pm
  • Tuesday6am - 6:30pm
  • Wednesday6am-6:30pm
  • Thursday6am-6:30pm
  • Friday6am-6:30pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Type Date Finding Violation Date Compliance Date Action Taken
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2021-01-13 IN-COMPLIANCE 2021-01-13 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2020-08-27 IN-COMPLIANCE 2020-08-27 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2020-02-13 IN-COMPLIANCE 2020-02-13 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2019-05-15 IN-COMPLIANCE 2019-05-15 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2019-01-15 IN-COMPLIANCE 2019-01-15 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2018-11-07 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-11-07 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION ANNOUNCED 2018-04-17 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-04-17 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INSPECTION UNANNOUNCED 2018-02-07 IN-COMPLIANCE 2018-02-07 NONE NEEDED
Statute/Regulation: ALL LICENSING STATUTE AND REGULATIONS; Section: IN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/NO VIOLATIONS
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2017-06-21 NON-COMPLIANCE 2017-06-21 2017-09-22 PLAN OF CORRECTION
Statute/Regulation: LICENSING REGS 7AAC 57; Section: 57.535 - BEHAVIOR GUIDANCE
INVESTIGATION/PRIORITY 2 2017-06-21 NON-COMPLIANCE 2017-06-21 2017-09-22 PLAN OF CORRECTION
Statute/Regulation: LICENSING REGS 7AAC 10; Section: 10.1035 PREMISES

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