Esperanza Montessori Academy - Phoenix AZ CHILD CARE CENTER

4848 SOUTH 2ND STREET , PHOENIX AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788

About the Provider

Description: Esperanza Montessori Academy Preschool has 1 classroom and 17 students, its primary goals are to guide and nurture the spirit of the child using the classroom environment as the curriculum and prepare students for successful transition to Kindergarten. The Montessori educational philosophy is that children are born with a natural love of learning. The teacher guides the instruction of the child by introducing concepts at appropriate times. It has four major areas of concentration: practical life, sensorial (hands on), mathematics, and language. This learning environment develops concentration, independence, problem solving, social interaction, and competency in foundational skills.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-16052
  • Capacity: 25
  • Age Range: Three to Five;
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Current License Issue Date: Jul 01, 2021
  • Current License Expiration Date: Jun 30, 2024
  • District Office: ADHS Division of Licensing Services
  • District Office Phone: (602) 364-2539 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

Location Map

Inspection/Report History

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
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 3 R9-5-301.B.3.
Findings: Staff stated they do not record their daily arrival and departure times, as required.
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 3 R9-5-304.B.1-9.
Findings: After a review of 4 Emergency, Information and Immunization Record cards, it was determined the following were lacking: Child #1....date of enrollment Child #2....the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child Child #3....date of enrollment Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 3 R9-5-305.B.
Findings: After a review of the children's Record cards, it was determined the copies of the children's immunization records were being kept in a separate binder and not attached to the Record card, as required. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 3 R9-5-306.A.1.
Findings: After a review of the children's attendance records, it was determined the following was lacking: Child #3...was being signed in with a first name only Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 3 R9-5-309.C.1.2.
Findings: The most current fire inspection was dated 7/9/2018; at the time of the inspection, a copy of the fire inspection report could not be located.
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 4 R9-5-401.3.
Findings: After a review of 2 staff files, it was determined the following was lacking: Staff #3 (start date 8/5/2019) had no documentation of education. Staff #3 stated they were home schooled and do not have a copy of a diploma. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 5 R9-5-501.A.12
Findings: In Restroom 2, there were several small holes in the wall around the toilet tissue dispenser and one hole above the soap dispenser. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 5 R9-5-501.A.19.a.b.
Findings: In Restroom #1, there was one can of disinfectant spray observed on a storage shelf, accessible to the children. In Restroom 2, the following was observed on top of a metal file cabinet, accessible to the children: *Lysol spray *Clorox wipes *disinfectant cleaner *unlabeled spray bottle with a green liquid In the classroom, there was can of disinfectant spray on the file cabinet beside the white board. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 article 5 R9-5-501.C.5.a-k.
Findings: The posted lesson plan in the classroom was dated 3/1-3/5. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.B.1.2.
Findings: In Restroom 1, there was one multi-shelf storage unit which contained classroom supplies and a smaller 3 drawer storage unit next to the larger shelves. In Restroom 2, there was a 4 drawer metal file cabinet in the corner of the bathroom and 3 blue child sized chairs being stored in the bathroom. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.C.1.
Findings: In Restroom 1, the floor behind the toilet had a build of dirt and grime. In Restroom 2, the floor behind the toilet had a build up of grime and the floor in several areas had rust spots and a build up of dirt along the metal flooring seam.
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.C.2.a-c.
Findings: In Restroom 1 and Restroom 2, the grout around the base of the toilet was missing.
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.F.1.b.
Findings: Findings; In Restroom 1, the soap dispenser was observed to be empty.
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.F.4.
Findings: The trash can in the classroom contained food waste and was lacking a cover. Previously cited 1/28/2020
2021-04-21 2021-05-14 Article 5 R9-5-512.F.8.
Findings: In Restroom 2, the toilet seat was observed to be loose and could easily move from side to side. Previously cited (under R9-5-501.A.12) 1/28/2020

If you are a provider and you believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

Reviews

Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Esperanza Montessori Academy. Let other families know what’s great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.

Review Policy:
ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content. Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our review guidelines. If you see a review that does not reflect these guidelines, you can email us. We will assess the review and decide the appropriate next step. Please note – we will not remove a review simply because it is negative. Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.

Providers in ZIP Code 85040