Child Care Center
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Desert Sky Montessori School
Scottsdale, AZ
· Maricopa County
12850 NORTH SCOTTSDALE RD,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Quick Facts
Capacity
45 children
Age Range
Ones; Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
Type of Care
{3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care}
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (480) 998-7019
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-6854
Licensed Since
2000
License Issued
May 1, 2026
Active Through
Apr 30, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
Empower Pack
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
Welcome! Desert Sky Montessori was established in 1995 for the sole purpose of providing young children with the very best care and education. Our method follows the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori, a pioneer in the field of child development. We provide a rich environment in which children naturally learn through curiosity, experimentation, and gentle guidance. It is our delight to “follow the child” on his or her learning adventure.
We are a non-discriminatory school, welcoming children from all ethnic backgrounds and religious beliefs. Our studies are vast and include instruction in language, mathematics, cultural diversity, geography, science, music, computer science, foreign language, and movement.
Our staff encourages parental involvement including volunteering within and outside the classroom. We provide a consistent approach to discipline, philosophy, and methods of instruction, and ask those involved with the child to follow us on our journey in creating a positive and nurturing environment.
We are excited to have you and your family join our community!
We are a non-discriminatory school, welcoming children from all ethnic backgrounds and religious beliefs. Our studies are vast and include instruction in language, mathematics, cultural diversity, geography, science, music, computer science, foreign language, and movement.
Our staff encourages parental involvement including volunteering within and outside the classroom. We provide a consistent approach to discipline, philosophy, and methods of instruction, and ask those involved with the child to follow us on our journey in creating a positive and nurturing environment.
We are excited to have you and your family join our community!
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0167838 | 2026-02-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/5/2026 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: - Update the date on Emergency Plan sheet. - Tighten screws on wobbling stair rails. - Place kitchen items in a sealed plastic container when storing them in a restroom. - Add that no field trips are taken to the Statement of Services. | |||
| INSP-0135750 | 2025-07-07 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 135140 on 7.7.2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were as follows: 1 - 2s 1:5 3s and up 3:28 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. The following documents were observed: children's sign in and out sheets, an AC repair bill, and rosters Others interviewed: The complainant was unable to be reached. Upon completion of Complaint investigation 135140 it was determined from the Compliance Officer's observations and interviews that the allegation was substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The following was discussed and not limited to: 1. Rosters must be complete and reflect the number of children present in each room. 2. When the air conditioner is not operable and the temperature gets above 82 degrees F or below 68 degrees F, children should be sent home or moved to a licensed area that is maintained between 68 - 82 degrees F. | |||
| INSP-0099644 | 2025-02-28 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #120737 on 2.28.2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Plan of Corrections is not being accepted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed: 1 - 3's 1:5 3's & up 2:23 There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. 1 of 1 Fingerprint Clearance card reviewed was valid via the DPS website search. The following documents were observed: Staff file, Child's Record card, rosters, sign-in and out sheets, and the Parent Handbook. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon completion of Complaint investigation 120737 it was determined from the Compliance Officers' observations of a video that 2 of 2 allegations were substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. | |||
| INSP-0052481 | 2025-01-31 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/31/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: *Documentation of the absences of staff members and enrolled children due to a communicable disease or infestation. The Illness Log will be kept on the facility premises for 12 months from the first date of absence. *All diapers and/or pull-ups are discarded in a diaper container with a liner and tight-fitting lid. The Compliance Officer is Sherri Pavlisick. | |||
| INSP-0037556 | 2024-02-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/9/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The following was discussed with the Director/Licensee, and is not limited to: 1) Fire drills, vary the times of the drill, 2) Beginning stages of rust on the bottom of the outdoor shed that is located on the playground, 3) Several of the pavers that border the playground area near the garden are loose, and 4) The towel dispenser will be mounted to the wall in the toddler room's diapering area. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. There were 4 staff files reviewed. 4 of the 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Empower Assessment was completed at the time of the inspection. | |||
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