Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool # 224
GILBERT, AZ·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address6288 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85298
CountyMARICOPA
Phone4806335588
Operating details
Capacity214
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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6288 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85298, GILBERT, AZ 85298
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/7/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk10/7/2025
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/7/2025, 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 De
Compliance (Annual) The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/7/2025, 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. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1) Staff starting date versus date of hire/employment; 2) Tummy time rules; 3) Approved diapering sinks per architect drawings; 4) New rules, effective 8/3/25, including new orientation topic areas, 24 hours required for annual training and email address required for both parents on the Child’s emergency cards; and 5) Side-by-side occupied cribs must be spaced at least 24 inches apart if there is not a plexiglass barrier. Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(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
$869/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 Arizona run about $1,073/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Arizona by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: GILBERT, MARICOPA County
- Capacity: 214
- Type: Child Care Center
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