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P.V.U.S.D.#69 - DESERT SHADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Scottsdale, AZ
· Maricopa County
5902 EAST SWEETWATER AVENUE,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Quick Facts
Capacity
202 children
Age Range
Three to Five; School-Age
Type of Care
{3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care}
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (602) 449-6900
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-6961
License Issued
Feb 1, 2026
Active Through
Jan 31, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
DES
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
The mission of Desert Shadows Elementary School is to lead students to individual excellence be creating a positive, collaborative and professional community.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0166918 | 2026-01-27 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 1/27/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 3 of 3 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. | |||
| INSP-0164013 | 2025-12-01 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Self-report Complaint #00151734 investigation conducted on 12/1/2025, 12/4/2025, and 12/10/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection of the facility was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following classroom ratios were observed on 12/1/2025: School-age: 2:17 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation on 12/1/2025, 12/4/2025, and 12/10/2025. Two children were interviewed on 12/4/2025. Three staff files were reviewed during this investigation on 12/1/2025. 3 of 3 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The following documentation was reviewed: Staff statements and video footage were reviewed on 12/10/2025. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and based on review of the video footage, 1 of 1 allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed. | |||
| INSP-0052162 | 2025-01-28 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 1/28/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin | |||
| INSP-0037164 | 2024-01-29 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed during the compliance inspection conducted on January 29, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Stacy Marchelli A complete inspection was conducted at this time. Three fingerprint clearance cards were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within ten days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Surveyor was completed during the inspection. | |||
| 2022-01-20 | article 3 | R9-5-306.A.1. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and Surveyor's observation, 3 of 10 children Attendance Records reviewed lacked: Child #1 and Child #2: No times of departure and signatures on 1/19/2022. Child #3: signed into with only and individual's first name and last initial. | |||
| 2022-01-20 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.B.3.a-f. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and Surveyor's observation, and a review of medication forms the following lacked: The medication consent form for Child #4's prescription medication lacked the dates of administration. | |||
| 2022-01-20 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.B.4.a. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and the Surveyor's observations, Child #5's prescription medication was dispensed by the pharmacy with two auto-injectors, but only one was present. | |||
| 2022-01-20 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.B.b. | |
| Initial Comments: Based on facility documentation and Surveyor's observation, in the after school program, there were over counter medication tablets in blister packs, but without the box. | |||
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