Description: NOGALES HEAD START is a Child Care Center in NOGALES AZ, with a maximum capacity of 108 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Three to Five; . The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0163926 | 2025-11-25 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00151543 from November 25 - December 17, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following classroom ratios were observed: *2:5 Ones/Older *2:16 Threes/Older *1:12 Fours/Older There was one fingerprint clearance card verified on the DPS website during the investigation. There were seven staff members interviewed during this complaint investigation. The Compliance Officer also attempted to contact the original Complainant via the online submission, but was unsuccessful. The Compliance Officer requested Nogales Police Report #25-0012625 on 11/25/25 and 12/09/25, but it is still pending. Documentation observed included one staff file, one Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) card, child sign in/out documents, staff sign in/out documents, classroom attendance rosters, one written staff statement, a Critical Incident document, and a written Active Child Supervision Implementation Plan. Upon completion of the complaint investigation it was determined from documentation and interview that the allegation on Case #00151543 lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated at this time. Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: -Updated process DCS Background Check process -Individualized Plan available on website -Document medical care if informed by parent/guardian -Document disenrollment date on EIIR card -Mandated reporting of suspected abuse and neglect -New forms and rule set available on AZDHS website There were no deficiencies found during the complaint investigation, subject to changes pending programmatic review. | |||
| INSP-0163602 | 2025-11-19 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on November 19, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: *Updated DCS/CBC Background Check process *Updated rules and forms available on website *Medication end dates and expiration dates *Toilet and sink combos due to toilets that are temporarily inoperable *Verify fire extinguisher inspection tags with contracted company Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0050796 | 2024-12-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on December 04, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 04/01/25 Fire: 08/23/25 (State) Gas: 10/25/25 Sanitation: 09/30/25 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Updated DES/DCS Background Check process -Vary times of day for fire drills -TB test result must document actual day it was read -Post evacuation map near marked exits -Put N/A on child emergency card if second parent/guardian is not listed -Forms and rule set available on AZDHS website -Licenses are now valid for one year The Plan of Correction was not accepted at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer 1: Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2: Christine Fiore | |||
| INSP-0035566 | 2023-12-12 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were zero deficiencies found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 12/12/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility at the time of the inspection. Fire: 8/23/23 (Fire Marshal) Gas: 11/1/23 Sanitation: expires 9/30/24 Insurance: expires 4/1/24 Items discussed but not limited to -Storing items in the bathroom. | |||
| 2022-01-10 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. | |
| Initial Comments: - The card for Child #1 was not signed or dated by the parent. | |||
| 2022-01-10 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.H.1. | |
| Initial Comments: The medication for Child #2 was not a rescue medication and it was stored in a bag and hanging on a hook at the top of an exit door. | |||
| 2022-01-10 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.I.2 | |
| Initial Comments: Packets of triple antibiotic and aspirin were stored in the the first aid kit that was located in the office. | |||
| 2022-01-10 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.C.1.a-c. | |
| Initial Comments: The double gate located on the outdoor activity area contained a gap from the ground to the bottom of the gate that measured 6.5 inches. | |||
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