Description: The philosophy of Desert Spring is based on Developmentally Appropriate Practice which are guidelines set by the National Association for the Education of Young Children for quality early childhood programs. We believe that children learn through hands on experiences, by "doing", and play is valued as a child's "work". When a child is allowed to explore and manipulate materials, he learns new skills. Adults are available to provide "scaffolding" support (only enough support to assist the child in finding his own solution) and do not pressure the child that instills a fear of failure. Learning is a wonderful, rich, FUN experience, and children will be able to recognize this through positive experiences. This recognition will help them enjoy learning for the rest of their lives- thus preparing them for a successful school and life journey. Our program is designed to provide a stimulating learning environment for each child without pressuring him to succeed. Children's differing abilities are valued, and each child is expected to develop according to guidelines that take into account not only age expectations but individual differences and the culture from which the child is surrounded by.
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns, as the provider may have already addressed some or all issues. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Survey Date | Date Corrected | Rule/Statute | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | article 3 | R9-5-303.A |
| Findings: The Surveyor noted that the facility license was not posted as required. | |||
| 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | article 5 | R9-5-501.A.16 |
| Findings: The Surveyor noted that the faces of the children napping in the Three's (Sun) classroom were not visible due to inadequate lighting. *The Director opened a curtain on the classroom door during the inspection* | |||
| 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | article 5 | R9-5-501.C.5.a-k. |
| Findings: The Surveyor noted that the posted lesson plan in the Three/Four's (Sun) Classroom was not for the current week, it was dated for the week of August 09 - August 13, 2021. Additionally, the posted lesson plan in the Two's (Monsoon) Classroom was not for the current week, it was dated for the week of August 02 - August 06, 2021. | |||
| 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | article 5 | R9-5-509.C.14 |
| Findings: Based on review of Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) cards the Surveyor noted that Child 1's modified diet was not posted in their classroom as required. | |||
| 2021-08-16 | 2021-08-30 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.C.2. |
| Findings: The Surveyor observed a wooden planter box in the outdoor activity area that had splintered wood, and one of the corners was split into two pieces. | |||
| 2020-09-17 | 2020-09-21 | article 3 | R9-5-301.B.3. |
| Findings: Based on review of licensing documents the Surveyors noted that Staff 1 has not been signing in and out consistently during the month of September, 2020. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 3 | R9-5-301.B.3. |
| Findings: Based on review of staff sign in and sign out documents Surveyor 1 noted that Staff 2 did not sign out as required on May 14, 2019. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 3 | R9-5-303.B. |
| Findings: Surveyor 1 noted that the licensed capacity was not posted in Classroom 3 (Monsoon) as required. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. |
| Findings: Based on review of the Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) cards in the emergency binder, Surveyor 2 noted the following: -Child 1's card was not complete, the back side was not signed as required. -Child 2's card did not include the date of enrollment as required. -Child 3's card did not include the date of enrollment as required. -Child 4's card did not include the date of enrollment as required. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 3 | R9-5-306.A.1. |
| Findings: Based on review of sign in and sign out records Surveyor 1 noted the following: -Child 5 was signed out with only the time noted on 05/02/2019, a signature was not documented. -Child 6 was not signed out from the facility as required on 05/08/2019. -Child 7 was not signed out from the facility as required on 05/07/2019. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 3 | R9-5-309.B. |
| Findings: Based on review of licensing documents Surveyor 1 noted that the facility was not able to provide documentation of a current gas inspection as required. The most recent document available for review was dated 05/10/2018. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | Article 4 | R9-5-402.A.1-12 |
| Findings: Based on review of staff files Surveyor 2 noted that Staff 1's file does not document the date that their two references were contacted. | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | article 5 | R9-5-503.A.1.a.b. |
| Findings: During the inspection Surveyor 1 observed the following items on the counter connected to the diaper changing sink in Classroom 1 (Rainbow): -2 mason jars -Art brushes | |||
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-05-24 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.E.1.2. |
| Findings: Based on inspection of the outdoor play area Surveyor 1 noted that the sand within the fall zones of the yellow ladder did not meet the minimum 6 inch depth. A measuring tool was used to verify that the sand was 3 inches deep. | |||
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-11 | article 5 | R9-5-503.A.1.a.b. |
| Findings: During the inspection, Surveyor 1 noted the following: -The diaper changing surface in the Rainbow (two's) classroom was not seamless, and had debris collecting in the seams and corners. -The diaper changing surface in the Monsoon (two's) classroom had soap residue below the soap dispenser. | |||
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