Coolidge Head Start - Coolidge AZ Child Care Center

227 WEST PINKLEY , COOLIDGE AZ 85228
(520) 723-4951

About the Provider

Description: Head Start is a comprehensive, quality and unique program designed for eligible 0-5 year old children and their families. We meet the needs of children and families through the content areas of: Early Childhood Development, and Health Services, Family and Community Partnerships, Program Design and Management. We specialize in family oriented services, developmentally appropriate practices, culturally diverse activities, advocacy and community involvement. We believe that families are the foundation of our communities, and we believe in the betterment and enrichment of children in society. Our agency is dedicated to supporting families in a positive and productive way. We are dedicated to developing partnerships with families; fostering self-esteem in parents, children, and staff; and are guided by the principle that parents are their child’s first educator. Our ultimate goal is to prepare and empower children and families for success by developing blocks of self-reliance and stability.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-6788
  • Capacity: 57
  • Age Range: Three to Five;
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations CACFP
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: {3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Part Day Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 2003-07-01
  • Current License Issue Date: 2025-06-01
  • 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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Inspection # Inspection Date Inspection Type Status
INSP-0099741 2025-03-24 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: A Compliance inspection was conducted on 3/24/2025 and no deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was conducted. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website. The Empower Survey link was sent to the Provider. Insurance 7/1/25 Fire 4/12/24 Sanitation 8/31/25 Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Online Portal within 10 days of receiving this report.
INSP-0051675 2025-01-14 Monitoring Complete
Initial Comments: A Monitoring inspection was conducted on 1/14/2025, and the following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC Please complete the Plan of Corrections within 10 days of receiving this report.
INSP-0044003 2024-05-15 Complaint Complete
Initial Comments: The purpose of this inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case 0084377 on 5/15/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC Ratios observed: All classes are 3 years old and older. CL1- 3:13 CL2- 2:11 HQ- 3:15 There were 6 staff interviewed. There were 2 children interviewed. There were 5 staff files reviewed. Others interviewed: Coolidge Police Department representative Complainant Documentation observed: Arrival Health and Safety Checklist Injury Incident Report Police report Exhibits Photographs Emails from the Licensee regarding the incident Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegation was not substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review.
INSP-0042473 2024-04-04 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: A Compliance inspection was conducted on 4/4/2024. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the inspection. The Empower survey was completed. Insurance - 7/31/2024 Fire 9/1/2022 Sanitation permit 8/31/2024 The following items were discussed but not limited to: Emergency exits Allergy list location Fire inspection cycle Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the online Portal within 10 days of receiving this report.

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