Description: Explorers in Learning is a preschool and childcare center located in Phoenix, Arizona that is committed to providing an educational environment that will stimulate and develop a child’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical being. One of the most difficult decisions a parent can make is selecting a childcare center that is right for their child. The Explorers in Learning quality care and early learning program is centered on the needs of your child.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173626 | 2026-05-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/7/2026 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 4 of 4 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Ensure crib sheets are fitted *Ensure all refrigerators/freezers have a thermometer *Ensure Child Emergency Cards are completed *Ensure expired medication is returned to parents *TB screening fully completed *Criminal History Affidavits are completed before date of employment | |||
| INSP-0131078 | 2025-05-13 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on May 13, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 8 of the 8 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Background checks completed via cbc.az.gov portal *Class schedules are posted in all activity areas | |||
| INSP-0051568 | 2024-12-26 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 12/26/2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer Supervisor is Peggy Kraus | |||
| INSP-0050328 | 2024-11-14 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: No deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint #00092706 investigation conducted on 11/14/2024 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A Complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants - 1:5, 2:7 Ones - 3:13 Twos - 4:12, 3:14 Threes/Fours - 3:18 Fours/Fives - 1:9 Six staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: *Staff Attendance 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. Compliance Officer #1 is AuReyon Thompson Compliance Officer #2 is Celeste Angulo | |||
| INSP-0043947 | 2024-05-16 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/16/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but is not limited to: *The staff's starting date versus date of hire/employment date, as it relates to fingerprint clearance cards and annual training cycles, and *The Empower program is no longer subsidizing the fee. There were 5 staff files reviewed. 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Empower Assessment was completed at the time of the inspection. | |||
| INSP-0042049 | 2024-03-28 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Case #81832 conducted on 3/28/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 spoke with the Complainant on 3/28/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 2:8, 2:9 1's: 2:9, 2:12 2's: 2:13, 2:16 3's: 2:23 4's: 1:11 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. One staff file was reviewed during this investigation. 1 of 1 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The following documentation was reviewed: Menu and fire drill logs Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and documentation that 6 of 6 allegations were substantiated. The following citations were observed. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2: Brian Howell | |||
| INSP-0028662 | 2023-06-16 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 06/16/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Correction within 10 business 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 fingerprint clearance cards for 7 of 7 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website on 06/16/2023. Discussed the following item during the Exit Interview, but not limited to: Infant Feeding Logs. Compliance Officer #1 is Andrea Rach | |||
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