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Desert Christian Pre-School
- licensed capacity
- 125
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $5,300
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About Desert Christian Pre-School
Desert Christian Pre-School is a licensed child care center in Tucson, Arizona. It is licensed by the state, for up to 125 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care. It lists yearly tuition from $5,300 to $9,800.
Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolFaith-basedBilingual programPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 125 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care and preschool |
|---|---|
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (English and Spanish), Faith-based (Christian (Christ-centered)), Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Curriculum | ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and Arizona Early Learning Standards |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | Discounts for full-time ministry, military, public service, or multiple children enrolled |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)) |
| Licensed capacity | 125 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Desert Christian Pre-School lists yearly tuition from $5,300 to $9,800. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pima County has a median price of $250 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3-4 Year Old Programs, 3 Mornings/Week | $5,300 |
| 3-4 Year Old Programs, 4 Mornings/Week | $6,300 |
| 3-4 Year Old Programs, 5 Mornings/Week | $7,200 |
| 4-5 Year Old Programs, Bilingual 5 Full Days | $9,800 |
| Application Fee (new students only) | $150 |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$250
Home daycare$175
Toddler
Center$183
Home daycare$175
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$175
School age
Center$171
Home daycare$175
State record
Inspection reports for Desert Christian Pre-School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 125 children
- License number
- #CDC-16101
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 2 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 96% of Arizona daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 12.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
AAC R9-5-605.B.6. B. A licensee shall ensure that: 6. Except for a room used only for an enrolled school-age child, each unused electrical outlet is covered with a safety plug cover or insert;
“Findings: Compliance Officer 1 observed two unused electrical outlets that were not covered with a safety plug or insert in the Wildflower Classroom. *Staff covered the plugs while Compliance Officers were still onsite*”
AAC R9-5-603.C. C. Except as provided in subsection (D), a licensee shall ensure that an outdoor activity area:1. Is enclosed by a fence: a. A minimum of 4 feet high; b. Secured to the ground; and c. With either vertical or horizontal open spaces on the fence or gate that do not exceed 4.0 inches; 2. Is maintained free from hazards, such as exposed concrete footings and broken toys; and 3. Has gates that are kept closed while an enrolled child is in the outdoor activity area
“Findings: Compliance Officer 1 noted that the poured-in rubber surface in the Outdoor Activity area was lifting along the outer edge where it was previously repaired. Additionally, there were two narrow sections where the rubber surface was missing due to a piece of equipment being removed.”
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FAQ
Questions about Desert Christian Pre-School
Is Desert Christian Pre-School licensed?
Yes. Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Desert Christian Pre-School last inspected?
Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Desert Christian Pre-School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 96% of Arizona daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 12. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Desert Christian Pre-School care for?
125, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Desert Christian Pre-School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Desert Christian Pre-School cost?
Yearly tuition from $5,300 to $9,800, as it lists it.
What is Desert Christian Pre-School's phone number?
(520) 795-7161.
Where is Desert Christian Pre-School?
9415 East Wrightstown Road, Tucson, AZ 85715. The nearest other daycare we list is Tucson Country Day School, 0.2 miles away.