Discovery Time Childcare

TEMPE, AZChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity96
Est. price$918/mo

Contact information

Address1425 West Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ, 85282

CityTEMPE, AZ 85282

CountyMaricopa

Phone4809212412

Operating details

Capacity96

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1425 West Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ, 85282, TEMPE, AZ 85282

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/8/2026

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  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk6/8/2026

    The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 6/8/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Written Plan of Correctio

    Modification The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 6/8/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Written Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Notice of Inspection Rights was provided to the licensee at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Ensure supervision at all times for toilet room usage. *Ensure cleaning equipment is inaccessible to enrolled children. Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High risk9/30/2024

    The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed

    Complaint The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 3:8 1-year-old children: 2:10 2-year-old children: 2:13 3,4, and 5-year-old children: 2:20 School-age children: 2:19 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant via telephone on 9/30/2024. Documentation observed were lesson plans, activity schedules, and staff files. Upon completion of complaint investigation #00090779, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 3 of 4 allegations were substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of complaint # investigation conducted on 9/30/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 is Stephanie Jake. Compliance Officer #2 is Pat Morgan Martinez Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

3Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$918/month

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Typical prices in Arizona run about $1,073/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Arizona by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: TEMPE, Maricopa County
  • Capacity: 96
  • Type: Child Care Center

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