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.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
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
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
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
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.
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.
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 →