D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Head Start I I I Esperanza
PHOENIX, AZ·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address251 West Mohawk Drive, Phoenix, AZ, 85027
CountyMARICOPA
Phone6235817979
Operating details
Capacity85
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/23/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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251 West Mohawk Drive, Phoenix, AZ, 85027, PHOENIX, AZ 85027
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/23/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk9/23/2025
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/23/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days
Compliance (Annual) The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/23/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but is not limited to: *Ensure fire extinguishers are tagged; *Ensure the menus list specific foods served; *Ensure background checks are completed before the staff's starting date of employment; and *Ensure staff are completing 24 hours of annual training. There were 7 staff files reviewed. 7 of the 7 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$918/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: 85
- Type: Child Care Center
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