Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Kids World Preschool
Tucson, AZ
· Pima County
321 East Yavapai,
Tucson, AZ 85705
Quick Facts
Capacity
59 children
Age Range
Infant; Ones; School-Age
Type of Care
3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Infant Care, One-year-old Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care, Two-year-old Care
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-0213
License Holder
CANDY CANE PRESCHOOLS, INCORPORATED
Licensed Since
2000
License Issued
Sep 1, 2026
Active Through
Aug 31, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
CACFP
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
KIDS WORLD PRESCHOOL is a Child Care Center in TUCSON AZ, with a maximum capacity of 59 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant; Ones; School-Age. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0178809 | 2026-07-29 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/29/26 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The DES group size was evaluated at the time of inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to: water temperature, infant feeding instructions, infant daily logs, diaper logs, and staff training. | |||
| INSP-0176812 | 2026-06-23 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for cases #174333 and #174571 on 6/23/26. A focused inspection was conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants, One's and Two's 1:5 Three's to school age: 1:9 There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: Rosters and staff records. Upon completion of the complaint investigation for #174333 and 174571, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation the allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint Inspection conducted on 6/23/26 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0155919 | 2025-08-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/7/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was evaluated at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: appropriate discipline, rule changes, central registry background checks, evacuation plans and the licensing portal | |||
| INSP-0136450 | 2025-07-21 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation case #136925 on 7/21/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:3 Ones and older: 1:4 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: menus, lesson plans, and illness logs. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. | |||
| INSP-0136141 | 2025-07-16 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation case #135339 on 7/16/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:2 Ones and older: 1:4 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: rosters, sign in and out records and staff time sheets. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. | |||
| INSP-0046995 | 2024-08-15 | Complaint,Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection and complaint investigation for case #88622 on 8/15/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. Insurance: 5/3/25 Fire: 4/25/25 Sanitation: 11/30/24 Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0044806 | 2024-06-10 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the modification inspection on 6/10/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer 1 Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2 Katie Corrow Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: Staff: files, start date, and training (10-Day and Annual) Infant care (tummy time, feeding instructions, crib safety, choking toys/food) Menus Transportation Fire safety, extinguishers and evacuation plans Playground safety and equipment maintenance Diapering Emergency Exits | |||
| INSP-0031600 | 2023-08-24 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The Annual Compliance Inspection could not be completed due to the facility not being open at this time. The Compliance Officer verified the Temporary Closure with the Director via email on 08/24/2023. Compliance Officer: Ryan Mapes | |||
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