Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center

13615 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85029
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 2, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector 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
7-202.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector 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
6-501.111(C)
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
78
Aug 28, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center.

How does Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Essential Foundations Preschool and Learning Center is inspected around four times per year on average.