Little Explorers 2

PHOENIX, AZChild Care CenterLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity49
Est. price$966/mo

Contact information

Address2946 East Cheery Lynn Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85016

CityPHOENIX, AZ 85016

CountyMARICOPA

Phone6029572128

Operating details

Capacity49

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

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  • Medium-High2
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  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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2946 East Cheery Lynn Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85016, PHOENIX, AZ 85016

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/19/2026

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  • Medium-High2
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  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk3/19/2026

    The following deficiencies were observed during the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 03/19/2026 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided a

    Compliance (Annual) The following deficiencies were observed during the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 03/19/2026 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. 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. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation link to the Provider. The DES Contact 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 not limited to: *Update staff file to reflect the date of the new license. *Training for staff member requirements updated: 10-day orientation and annual. *Playground maintenance *Storage of air freshening sprays *Maintenance of Toddler room lights *Ensure sign-in/sign-out forms are completed and checked regularly. *Supervision of children using the bathrooms and administration while in the office. *Diapering requirements. Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk4/9/2025

    The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 4/9/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit your Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Stateme

    Compliance (Initial) The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 4/9/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit your 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 fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of the 3 staff members were verified as valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: Mandated Reporting; ventilation in School-age bathroom; Maintaining classroom materials; purchasing age-appropriate materials; gate on the School-age playground; keep doors to kitchen and office closed while children are present; document DCS background responses in staff files; and maintain the concrete under the tree on the school-age playground. 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.

2Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$966/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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: PHOENIX, MARICOPA County
  • Capacity: 49
  • Type: Child Care Center

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