Kindercare

1919 W Queen Creek Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Kindercare has been inspected six times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited four times.

Compared to the broader Chandler restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: *FOURTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: *THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* The PIC is not a certified food protection manager. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible and kept at the establishment for all inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Correct prior to next routine inspection. ===2nd Consecutive
2-102.12(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces----Interior and exterior of the cabinets in the prep counter areas on both sides of the kitchen where equipment and chemical items are stored with excessive old food debris/soil residue. Handle on the reach in cooler has excess soil residue present. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violations: 4th,Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods-----The cabinets next to the three compartment sink are in disrepair and have exposed particle board. Ensure that the cabinets are repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface. ==2nd Consecutive Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
6-501.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kindercare last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kindercare on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kindercare?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kindercare.

How does Kindercare compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Kindercare most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Chandler average of 95.

Has Kindercare's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kindercare have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kindercare means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Kindercare inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kindercare is inspected around four times per year on average.