The Learning Experience - Happy Valley
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Arizona's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Arizona caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:15. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 18 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 165
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 4, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed During the Modification Inspection Conducted on 05.04.26Modification
There were no deficiencies observed during the Modification inspection conducted on 05.04.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure there are enough cribs available for the number of children enrolled. *Ensure feeding chairs are available to meet the children's needs. *Ensure room temperature is maintained between 68 and 82 degrees. *Licensee added the following activity ar
Apr 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 04.14.26, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on 04.14.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officers provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Three fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid as valid through the DPS website.
Mar 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 03.09.26, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 03.09.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officers provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Seven fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of r
Mar 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/11/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 3/11/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days The following item is due within 10 days of receiving this document: A copy of the current violation free fire inspection
Sep 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #89754 on September 9, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #89754 on September 9, 2024. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer: Stacy Marchelli The ratios observed were: Infants 2:11 Toddler A 1:6 Toddler B 2:16 Toddler C 2:00 Twaddlers 2:16 Prepper 1:5 Preschool 1 1:13 Preschool 2 1:12 Preschool 3 2:14 School-age 1:7 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer attempted to contact Staff #1,
Mar 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/15/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 3/15/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin