Dayspring Preschool - Tempe AZ Child Care Center

1365 EAST ELLIOT ROAD , TEMPE AZ 85284
(480) 838-9097

About the Provider

Description: Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten is a non-profit school located in the Dayspring United Methodist Church since 1981. We have created a caring, nurturing environment where providing the best possible education is just the beginning. We are committed to the total well-being of each and every child and family who pass through our gates. Our mission is to promote a partnership among children, parents and staff.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CDC-1176
  • Capacity: 133
  • Age Range: Twos; Three to Five;
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations DES
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: {3/4/5-year-old Care, Part Day Care, Two-year-old Care}
  • Initial License Issue Date: 1999-09-01
  • Current License Issue Date: 2025-09-01
  • Current License Expiration Date: 2026-08-31
  • 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-0159783 2025-09-23 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/23/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Group Size evaluation form was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 4 of 4 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: - Designated Person update application process - Delegated access for the facility account - Cleaning and maintenance of play equipment - Staff file documentation and training hours - New rules highlights - Medication forms - Soiled clothing containers - Food waste, covered lined containers - Building and restroom maintenance - Statement of Services - Main posting area
INSP-0048557 2024-09-25 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/25/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: * Ensure staff files contain a copy of the front and back of the fingerprint clearance card. *Ensure fingerprint clearance cards are verified before the starting date of employment. *Ensure children are supervised at all times. *Ensure activity areas are free of hazards. *Ensure medication authorization forms are accurate. Compliance Officer #1 is Stephanie Jake. Compliance Officer #2 is Elizabeth Enriquez.
INSP-0047351 2024-09-13 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: A Compliance inspection was attempted on 9/13/2024. There were no children present at the facility.
INSP-0031260 2023-08-29 Compliance (Annual) Complete
Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 8/29/2023 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. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2: Brian Howell

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