D.V.U.S.D.#97 - DESERT SAGE CHILDCARE - Glendale AZ CHILD CARE PUBLIC SCHOOL

4035 WEST ALAMEDA ROAD , GLENDALE AZ 85310
(623) 445-4700

About the Provider

Description: Desert Sage Elementary is committed to developing independent, self-motivated, critical thinkers who are able to contribute globally in the 21st century. Our students participate in a rigorous and relevant educational program provided by a partnership of dynamic staff, involved parents, and supportive community.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-6086
  • Capacity: 385
  • Age Range: Twos; Three to Five; School-Age
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Issue Date: Aug 01, 2020
  • District Office: ADHS Division of Licensing Services
  • District Office Phone: (602) 364-2539 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Survey Date Date Corrected Rule/Statute Title
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 3 R9-5-301.B.3.
Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, 1 out of 6 staff member's attendance records reviewed lacked the following required information: Staff #1: Arrival and departure times for each individual day in the week of 4/19/2021-4/22/2021.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 3 R9-5-301.I.
Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, the facility lacked documentation of fire drills for January 2021- March 2021.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 3 R9-5-304.B.1-9.
Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that 4 out of 20 enrolled children's Emergency, Information, and Immunization Records cards reviewed lacked the following required information: Child #1: The name, home address, city, state, zip code, and contact telephone number of the second parent of the child, the name and contact telephone number of a second individual 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 and the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. Child #2: Date of enrollment. Child #3: The name, home address, city, state, zip code, and contact telephone number of the second parent of the child and the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. Child #4: The name, home address, city, state, zip code, and contact telephone number of the second parent of the child.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 3 R9-5-306.B.1.
Findings: Based on the facility documentation and the Surveyors' observations, it was determined that upon the Surveyors' arrival in Preschool Room 203, the classroom roster did not reflect the number of children present (14 children present, 13 children listed on the roster).
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 5 R9-5-501.A.12
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, the following hazards were accessible to enrolled children: Preschool Room 203: *There was torn fabric on the blue couch. *There was an air purifier on the floor on the East side of the classroom. Preschool Room 201: *There was an air purifier on the floor on the West side of the classroom.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 5 R9-5-509.A.1.
Findings: Based on the facility documentation and Surveyors' observations, the facility was lacking a current sanitation permit.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 5 R9-5-509.C.18.b.
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, the menu lacked the specific type of yogurt to be served to enrolled children.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 5 R9-5-509.C.22.
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in room 203 the thermometer in the refrigerator was 50 degrees F, rather than 41 degrees F or below as required.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 article 5 R9-5-509.C.23
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in room 203, the thermometer in the freezer was 25 degrees F, rather than 0 degrees or below as required.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 Article 5 R9-5-512.F.4.
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, in room 201 there was food waste in an uncovered container.
2021-04-22 2021-05-10 Article 5 R9-5-514.C.1.a-e.
Findings: Based on the Surveyors' observations, the facility's accident and emergency plan was date 1/17/2020.
2020-08-19 2020-09-03 article 3 R9-5-304.B.1-9.
Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, 3 of 20 enrolled children's Emergency, Information, and Immunization record cards lacked the following required information: Child #1: The contact telephone number for the child's health care provider. Child #2 and child #3: The name and contact telephone number of the child's health care provider.
2020-08-19 2020-09-03 article 3 R9-5-306.A.1.
Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, 3 of 6 enrolled children's attendance forms lacked a time of admission for 8/19/2020.
2019-04-04 2019-04-30 article 5 R9-5-501.A.12
Findings: Based on Surveyors observation and interview with the Director, it was found that the handicap toilet stall in the Cafeteria hall boys bathroom does not open all the way and gets stuck when pushed open.
2018-04-13 2018-05-13 article 3 R9-5-304.B.1-9.
Findings: Based on a review of 25 Emergency Cards and discussion with the Director, it was determined that 4 of 25 cards lacked documentation of some of the required information: * The card for child #1 did not include the person to be called first in an emergency * The card for child #2 did not include a date of enrollment * The card for child #3 did not include the phone number for the doctor and person to be called first in an emergency * The card for child #4 did not include a doctor name and phone number

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