Description:
The Strauss ECE and Kindergarten promotes the development of young children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age in a nurturing and stimulating play-based program that encourages creativity, decision-making and problem-solving skills and a joy of learning. Age-appropriate activities challenge each child to develop his social, emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual potential. Teachers here are emotionally responsive to the children in their care and the ever-changing, emergent curriculum provides children with opportunities to delve into questions as they arise, teaching them the merits of intellectual curiosity. In fully exploring topics of relevance to them, learning through imaginative play, and expressing themselves through a variety of media, children emerge from this program with strong foundations of independence and self-esteem that are critical to their ongoing personal and academic development.
With small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios, individualized attention can be given to every child and family in our program. We understand that each child progresses at his or her own pace in all aspects of learning and extend support and encouragement each step of the way.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0167107 | 2026-01-26 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on January 26, 2026, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was updated at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not limited to: - Infant feeding instructions forms should come from the parent and should have a schedule with times or say “on demand”. - Infant bottles should be labeled with full name or first initial and last name. Children Roster: Child 1: Rtheaua Adams Child 2: Henry James Child 3: Mila Jordyn | |||
| INSP-0052689 | 2025-02-04 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on February 4, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Compliance Officer 2: Amanda Valenzuela Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The link for the Empower Survey was emailed to the facility following the inspection. Certificate of Liability Insurance: expires on 6/4/2025 City of Tucson Fire Permit: expired on 10/8/24 Items discussed, but not limited to, were: -Storing items in the bathroom. -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application in "Applications" or "Application History" -Renew license before 3/12/2025 -Review all staff files for expiring fingerprint cards -Maintaning unobstructed exits. | |||
| INSP-0043303 | 2024-04-30 | Complaint,Initial Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #82988 on 4/30/24. An initial monitoring inspection was conducted also. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Christine Fiore Ratios were all in compliance at the time of inspection. There was 1 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Security Company's Manager Documentation reviewed was a written report taken by the Security Company's manager. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegation was substantiated. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0039573 | 2024-02-29 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on 2/29/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Licensure is effective 3/13/24. | |||
| INSP-0039078 | 2024-02-12 | Compliance (Initial) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Initial inspection conducted on February 12, 2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer 1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 11 of 11 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance expires 6/4/24 Fire expires 10/8/24 Items discussed, but not limited to include: Health and Safety, Fire Drills, Children's Attendance Records, Children's Emergency Records, Staff Training, Infant Care, Diapering, Medications, and Playground Safety. Licensure is pending upon receipt and approval of the Plan of Correction. The Department will notify you regarding the effective date of Licensure. Please complete the plan of correction via the on line portal within 10 days. | |||
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