Developing Minds Academy
9659 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ
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Chaparral Christian School is a licensed child care center in Scottsdale, Arizona. It is licensed by the state, for up to 145 children.
It describes a Faith-based, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, before-school care, part-time care and preschool.
Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
Programs
| Ages | Aged 2-6 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, part-time care and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Bible-centered Christian), Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Enrichment | PE, Music, and Chapel |
| Licensed capacity | 145 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Chaparral Christian School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Maricopa County has a median price of $270 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 23 rules in all
For comparison: 96% of Arizona daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 12.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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AAC R9-5-516.G. G. A licensee shall return all unused prescription and nonprescription medications to a parent when the medication prescription date has expired or the medication is no longer being administered to the enrolled child or dispose of the medication if unable to locate the enrolled child's parent after the child's disenrollment.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, the licensee failed to return medication to the parents before the expiration date. Medication: Activated Charcoal Gummies (exp. 01.12.26)”
AAC R9-5-603.B. B. Except as provided in subsection (D) a licensee shall ensure that an outdoor activity area: 1. Is enclosed by a fence: a. A minimum of 4 feet high; b. Secured to the ground; and c. With either vertical or horizontal open spaces on the fence or gate that do not exceed 4.0 inches; 2. Is maintained free from hazards, such as exposed concrete footings and broken toys; and 3. Has gates that are kept closed while an enrolled child is in the outdoor activity area
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, the vertical open space on the fence facing the street on the east side of the playground measured 6.5" from the ground to the base of the fence, exceeding the maximum 4". Additionally, there were exposed concrete footings on a sidewalk edge on the north side of the playground located next to some exposed weed blocker which created a tripping hazard.”
AAC R9-5-603.D. D. A licensee shall ensure that the following is provided and maintained within the fall zones of swings and climbing equipment in an outdoor activity area: 1. A shock-absorbing unitary surfacing material manufactured for such use in outdoor activity areas; or 2. A minimum depth of 6 inches of a non-hazardous, resilient material such as fine loose sand or wood chips.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, the following fall zones lacked a sufficient amount of resilient material as required: *4 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the monkey bars *4 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the green climber *4 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the green and tan slide *4 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the tan climber *4 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the swings *3 of the required 6 inches of wood chips in the fall zone of the freestanding plastic play structure”
AAC R9-5-501.A.18. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 18. Except as provided in subsection (A)(20), the following are stored separate from food storage areas and are inaccessible to an enrolled child: a. All materials and chemicals labeled as a toxic or flammable substance; b. All substances that have a child warning label and may be a hazard to a child; and c. Lawn mowers, ladders, toilet brushes, plungers, and other facility equipment that may be a hazard to a child;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, there was a plunger located in the Nap Room bathroom accessible to enrolled children.”
AAC R9-5-501.A.12. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 12. The facility premises, including the buildings, are maintained free from hazards;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, the outdoor water fountain had peeling paint and rust that had created a hole in the fountain housing. Additionally, the plastic irrigation cover on the east side of the playground had a 3" x 5" hole accessible to enrolled children.”
AAC R9-5-503.A.3.4. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains: 3. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled diapers; and 4. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled clothing.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officers' observation, the soiled clothing container did not have a waterproof liner.”
AAC R9-5-503.A.2. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains:2. A hand-washing sink next to the diaper changing surface for staff use when changing diapers and for washing an enrolled child during or after diapering that provides: a. Running water between 86° F and 110° F, b. Soap from a dispenser, and c. Single-use paper hand towels from a dispenser;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprouts room diaper changing sink, the temperature of the water was 116° F instead of 86° F to 110° F as required.”
AAC R9-5-501.C.9. C. A licensee shall ensure that a staff member:9. Does the following when a parent permits or asks a staff member to apply personal products on an enrolled child, such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sun screen or sun block preparations, toothpaste, and baby diapering preparations: a. Obtains the enrolled child’s personal products from the enrolled child’s parent or, if the licensee provides the personal products for use by the enrolled child, obtains written approval for use of the products from the enrolled child’s parent; b. Labels the personal products with the enrolled child’s name; and c. Keeps the personal products inaccessible to enrolled children;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprouts room, 4 of 4 wipe containers reviewed lacked the enrolled children's first and last names. There was 1 tube of Desitin with no enrolled child's name.”
AAC R9-5-501.A.12. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 12. The facility premises, including the buildings, are maintained free from hazards;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the bathroom between the Sprouts classroom and Sunshine classroom, there was damaged laminate with sharp edges and exposed particle board on the bottom section of the Dutch door.”
AAC R9-5-503.A.4. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains:4. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled clothing.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprouts room, the soiled clothing container lacked a waterproof liner.”
AAC R9-5-501.A.12. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 12. The facility premises, including the buildings, are maintained free from hazards;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprout's classroom (2-year-old) there was a hole in the wall with exposed drywall, approximately 2" long on the East side of the room. .”
AAC R9-5-501.A.19. A. A licensee shall ensure that:19. Except as provided in subsection (A)(20), the following are stored separate from food storage areas and are inaccessible to an enrolled child: a. All materials and chemicals labeled as a toxic or flammable substance; b. All substances that have a child warning label and may be a hazard to a child; and c. Lawn mowers, ladders, toilet brushes, plungers, and other facility equipment that may be a hazard to a child;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprout's classroom (2-year-olds) there was a bottle of Aveeno lotion and hand sanitizer on the shelf near the door. There was a can of Barbasol shaving cream on an art shelf, accessible to enrolled children. These items were labeled "Keep out of reach of children".”
AAC R9-5-501.C.9. C. A licensee shall ensure that a staff member:9. Does the following when a parent permits or asks a staff member to apply personal products on an enrolled child, such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sun screen or sun block preparations, toothpaste, and baby diapering preparations: a. Obtains the enrolled child’s personal products from the enrolled child’s parent or, if the licensee provides the personal products for use by the enrolled child, obtains written approval for use of the products from the enrolled child’s parent; b. Labels the personal products with the enrolled child’s name; and c. Keeps the personal products inaccessible to enrolled children;
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the Sprout's classroom (2-year-olds), 5 diaper wipe containers reviewed lacked the enrolled children's first and last names.”
AAC R9-5-203.C. C. Except as provided in A.R.S. § 41-1758.03, a licensee shall ensure that each staff member, before starting date of employment or volunteer service, submits to the licensee a copy of the staff member’s valid fingerprint clearance card,front and back, issued under A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 12, Article 3.1.
“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that the files for Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 lacked a copy of the back of the fingerprint clearance cards.”
AAC R9-5-516.B.3. B. If prescription or nonprescription medications are administered, a licensee shall ensure that:3. A facility director, or a staff member designated in writing by the facility director, does not administer a medication to an enrolled child unless the facility receives written authorization signed by the enrolled child’s parent or health care provider that includes the: a. Name of the enrolled child; b. Type of the medication; c. Prescription number, if any; d. Instructions for administration specifying the: i. Dosage and route of administration; ii. If indicated, starting and ending dates of the dosage period; and iii. Times and frequency of administration; e. Reason for the medication; and f. Date of authorization; and
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, the over-the-counter medication lacked the enrolled child's first and last name.”
AAC R9-5-512.F. F. A licensee shall ensure that:1. Each toilet room in a facility contains, within easy reach of enrolled children: a. Mounted toilet tissue; and b. Except as provided in subsection (G): i. A sink with running water; ii. Soap contained in a dispenser; and iii. Disposable, single-use paper towels in a mounted dispenser, or a mechanical air hand dryer; 2. Staff members wash their hands with soap and running water after toileting; 3. An enrolled child’s hands are washed with soap and running water after toileting; 4. Except for a cup or receptacle used only for water, food waste is stored in a covered container and the container is clean and lined with a plastic bag; 5. Food waste and other refuse is removed from the facility building at least once every 24 hours or more often as necessary to maintain a clean condition and avoid odors; 6. A staff member or an enrolled child does not draw water for human consumption from a toilet room handwashing sink; 7. Toys, materials, and equipment are maintained in a clean condition; 8. Plumbing fixtures are maintained in a clean and working condition; and 9. Chipped or cracked sinks and toilets are replaced or repaired.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the bathroom between the Sprouts and Sunshine rooms, there was a dark yellow spot behind the toilet and dark spots on the training seat that was hanging on the wall. In the Nap room bathroom, there was a yellow substance at the base of the toilet and a dark ring around the caulk at the base of the toilet.”
AAC R9-5-503.A.4. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains:4. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled clothing.
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, the Sprouts (2-year-olds) lacked a soiled clothing container.”
AAC R9-5-203.E. E. If a staff member possesses a fingerprint clearance card that was issued before the staff member became a staff member at the facility, a licensee shall:1. Contact the Department of Public Safety before the individual becomes a staff member to determine whether the fingerprint clearance card is valid; and 2. Document this determination, including the name of the staff member, the date of contact with the Department of Public Safety, and whether the fingerprint clearance card is valid.
“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that the file for Staff #1 (date of employment- 2/18/2024), Staff #2 (date of employment- 3/18/2024), and Staff #3 (date of employment- 4/18/2024) lacked documentation that DPS was contacted for validation of fingerprint clearance cards.”
AAC R9-5-304.B. B. Except as required in A.R.S. § 36-3009, before an enrolled child receives child care services, a licensee shall require the enrolled child’s parent to complete a Department-provided Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card that is signed by the enrolled child’s parent containing: 1. The child’s name, home address, city, state, zip code, home telephone number, sex, and date of birth; 2. The date of the child’s enrollment; 3. The name, home address, city, state, zip code, and contact telephone number of each parent of the child; 4. The name and contact telephone number of at least two individuals authorized by the child’s parent to collect the child from the facility in case of emergency, or if the child’s parent cannot be contacted; 5. The name and contact telephone number of the child’s health care provider; 6. The written authorization for emergency medical care of the enrolled child when the parent cannot be contacted at the time of the emergency; 7. The name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child; 8. The written instructions of a child’s parent or health care provider for nutritional and dietary needs of the child including, if applicable, the request in R9-5-509(C)(9); and 9. A written record completed by the child’s parent or health care provider noting the child’s susceptibility to illness, physical conditions of which a staff member should be aware, and any individual requirements for health maintenance.
“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, 3 out of 20 enrolled children's Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record cards reviewed lacked the following required information: *Child #1 and Child #3: The date of enrollment. *Child #4: The enrolling parent's signature.”
AAC R9-5-603.C. C. Except as provided in subsection (D), a licensee shall ensure that an outdoor activity area:1. Is enclosed by a fence: a. A minimum of 4 feet high; b. Secured to the ground; and c. With either vertical or horizontal open spaces on the fence or gate that do not exceed 4.0 inches; 2. Is maintained free from hazards, such as exposed concrete footings and broken toys; and 3. Has gates that are kept closed while an enrolled child is in the outdoor activity area
“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's observation, in the outdoor activity area, the following hazards were accessible to enrolled children: *There was peeling paint on an outdoor chalkboard located on the West of the shed. *There was exposed Weed Blocker located on the South side of the playground.”
AAC R9-5-305.B. B. A licensee shall attach an enrolled child’s written immunization record or exemption affidavit, required in subsection(A), to the enrolled child’s Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card, required in R9-5 304(B).
“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that Child #2 lacked a written immunization record attached to the child's Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card.”
AAC R9-5-309.B. B. If there are gas pipes that run from a gas meter to an appliance or location on the facility premises, a licensee shall ensure that a licensed plumber or individual authorized by the local jurisdiction conducts a gas inspection that verifies there are no gas leaks in the gas pipes that run from the gas meter to any appliance or location on facility premises at least once every 12 months after the issue date of the license.
“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that the Licensee lacked documentation of a current violation-free gas inspection as required.”
ARS § 36-883.02.C. C. Applicants, licensees and child care personnel shall attest on forms that are provided by the department that:1. They are not awaiting trial on or have never been convicted of or admitted in open court or pursuant to a plea agreement committing any of the offenses listed in section 41-1758.07, subsection B in this state or similar offenses in another state or jurisdiction. 2. They are not parents or guardians of a child adjudicated to be a dependent child as defined in section 8-201. 3. They have not been denied or had revoked a certificate to operate a child care group home or a license to operate a child care facility in this or any other state or that they have not been denied or had revoked a certification to work in a child care facility or child care group home.
“Findings: Based of facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's observation, it was determined that the file for Staff #1 (date of employment- 4/18/2024) lacked a Criminal History Affidavit.”
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FAQ
Yes. Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 96% of Arizona daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 12. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
145, the licensed capacity on the state record.
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6451 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. The nearest other daycare we list is Scottsdale / Paradise Valley Y M C A, 0.4 miles away.