The Learning Experience

3735 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85248
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at The Learning Experience, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which The Learning Experience's 52 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In use chlorine sanitizer at 10-25ppm in the three compartment sink. The employee stated that the establishment used all of the bleach that was available and that there was no more. The PIC sent an employee to purchase bleach and stated that the bleach would be adjusted to proper concentration. Ensure that chlorine sanitizer is at 50-100ppm when being used on food contact surfaces
4-501.114(F1-2)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bean and cheese item with 11-19 date mark in the reach in cooler. Sausage links, refried beans, corn, alfredo sauce, two packages of prepped pizza items, and turkey and cheese sandwiches in the reach in cooler with no date marks. Employee stated that the sausage and pizza items were all opened or made within the last three days and provided date marks. Employee stated that all other items were from the week prior or unknown and discarded-see embargo form. Ensure that ready to eat PHF/TCS foods are properly date marked for use within seven days and are disposed of when date mark/expiration date has been surpassed
3-501.18
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee entered the kitchen from outside two separate times, then went to put on gloves, and handle food items without washing hands. The employee was asked to wash hands. FOOD EMPLOYEES shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in FOOD preparation including working with exposed FOOD, clean EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, and unwrapped SINGLESERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES
2-301.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand sink in the kitchen area blocked by a fan being stored on the counter in front of it making it not easily accessible. Employee relocated the fan. Ensure that all hand wash stations are easily accessible at all times
5-205.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: There are three leaking areas at the three compartment sink; at the facet and at the wash and sanitizing sinks below. Ensure that the plumbing is properly repaired
5-205.15(B)
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)
52
Sep 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
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
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: *SECOND 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
Oct 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Learning Experience last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Learning Experience on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Learning Experience?

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

How does The Learning Experience compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

The Learning Experience most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has The Learning Experience's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Learning Experience have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Learning Experience means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.