Joy Child Development Center

EAGLE RIVER, AKLicensed Center – MOALicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity64
Est. price$1,108/mo

Contact information

Address10111 E Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK, 99577

CityEAGLE RIVER, AK 99577

CountyAnchorage Municipality

Phone(907)694-2755

Operating details

Capacity64

License dateNovember 1, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/23/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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10111 E Eagle River Loop Rd, Eagle River, AK, 99577, EAGLE RIVER, AK 99577

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/23/2025

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  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 77/23/2025

    7 AAC 10.1035(a)(12) - Premises.

    Inside of the Puffins classroom the storage door is open exposing the washing machine and dryer (no child locks), and laundry cleaning supplies. Regulation: An entity shall ensure that cleaners, medicines, and other harmful substances are stored in a place that is inaccessible to children and to adults with impaired judgment; for an entity licensed to provide care for six or more adults or children, the entity must provide a closet, storeroom, or other area separate from the area where adults or children in care are present for the storage of janitorial equipment and cleaning supplies; Cited at a announced Renewal inspection. Source: AKCCIS (Alaska CCPO) public inspection record.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 77/23/2025

    7 AAC 57.550(a) - Health.

    Facility failed to update expired Religious Exemptions and an immunization certificate. Regulation: At or before admission of a child, a child care facility shall obtain from the child's parent a valid immunization certificate or evidence that the child is exempt from immunization. Cited at a announced Renewal inspection. Source: AKCCIS (Alaska CCPO) public inspection record.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 77/23/2025

    7 AAC 57.400(a)(3) - Admission and planning for care.

    Facility failed to update child's emergency record. Regulation: A child care facility shall review and update information obtained under (1) of this subsection at least semi-annually, or more often if a parent provides changed or additional information. Cited at a announced Renewal inspection. Source: AKCCIS (Alaska CCPO) public inspection record.

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

3Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,108/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Alaska run about $1,386/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Alaska by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: EAGLE RIVER, Anchorage Municipality County
  • Capacity: 64
  • Type: Licensed Center – MOA
  • Years in operation: 1

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