The Learning Experience - Palm 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.3 / 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.3 / 5
- 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 2 (out of 5). 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.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Quality First Level 2 (Max 5) Learn more →
- 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 193
- 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 (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/5/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/5/25 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
Dec 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00093954 Investigation Conducted on 12/11/24 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00093954 investigation conducted on 12/11/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5 Ones: 2:10 Ones: 1:6 Twos: 1:8 Twos: 1:8 Twos: 2:13 Threes:1:8 Threes: 1:12 Threes: 1:1
Aug 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00088376 Investigation Conducted on 8/9/24 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00088376 investigation conducted on 8/9/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made and an email sent to the Complainant on 8/9/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infant
Jul 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #0046130 Investigation Conducted on July 22, 2024,…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #0046130 investigation conducted on July 22, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. Compliance Officer # 1: Celeste Angulo Compliance Officer # 2: Elizabeth Enriquez Submit the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:8
May 14, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of the Complaint #00084086 and #00084125 Investigations Conducted on 5/14/24,…Complaint
There were no deficiencies at the time of the Complaint #00084086 and #00084125 investigations conducted on 5/14/24, subject to change pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 5/14/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:11 Ones: 3/16 Ones: 2:8 Twos: 2:12 Twos: 2:12 Twos/Threes: 2:13 Three
May 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/7/24 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/7/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was emailed to provider at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days