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Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center, LLC

A°

13615 N 35th Ave, Phoenix 85029

Food Establishment · Permit FD-59487

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202320242025Nov 21, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 1, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 28, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 2, 2024 — Routine — score 89 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Dec 16, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 13, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 2, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 12, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Apr 28, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Apr 21, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Ineffective Visit - on site

2025

Nov 12, 2025RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Daycare temporarily closed per owner/operator. A facilities inspection was conducted.

Jul 2, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking opened packages/containers of ready-to-eat TCS foods within 24 hours if keeping past 1 day. ****Inspector recommended/requested designated area with labeling ("Staff/Employee Food") in refrigerator for personal items.

Mar 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Dec 16, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. No pest activity observed in kitchen at the time of inspection. The PIC stated via email a certified pest control technician is scheduled to treat the area again on 12/21/2024.

Dec 2, 2024Routine2 foundation1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.A re-inspection will be conducted on or before 12/16/2024 for category: #38. Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

-- Observed gel bait insecticide (oxadiazine pesticide) in kitchen. Discussed with the person in charge (PIC) approved pest control methods. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

-- Observed live German cockroaches under the 3-compartment sink. The establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by 12/16/24 re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

Aug 28, 2024Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

Apr 1, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager - Must be present during hours of operation On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Signer: Stephanie H.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained -- Observed pipe leak for the hand sink. Discussed with management repairing all leaking equipment, faucets, and pipes. Please ensure that all plumbing systems are maintained in good repair and are free of leaks. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 21, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Stephanie H.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →