Child Care Center
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La Paloma Academy-south
Tucson, AZ
· Pima County
5660 South 12th Ave,
Tucson, AZ 85706
Quick Facts
Capacity
141 children
Age Range
School-Age
Type of Care
3/4/5-year-old Care, Full-Day Care, Part Day Care, School-Age Child Care
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (520) 807-9668
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-16936
License Holder
ARIZONA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Licensed Since
2014
License Issued
May 1, 2026
Active Through
Apr 30, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
DES
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
Welcome to La Paloma Academy’s South Campus. La Paloma Academy is Tucson’s fastest-growing charter school and the largest charter school in Southern Arizona. We are a tuition FREE, not-for-profit charter school providing an exceptional educational environment that focuses on incredible academics, community involvement and family values.
Founded in 2002, La Paloma Academy has experienced unprecedented growth in just a few short years, opening a second campus in Tucson in 2006 and a third in 2012. La Paloma Academy is now a top Tucson public school and home to more than 1,800 students across the three campuses.
La Paloma Academy strives to develop in students a lifelong love of learning, community service and integrity.
Founded in 2002, La Paloma Academy has experienced unprecedented growth in just a few short years, opening a second campus in Tucson in 2006 and a third in 2012. La Paloma Academy is now a top Tucson public school and home to more than 1,800 students across the three campuses.
La Paloma Academy strives to develop in students a lifelong love of learning, community service and integrity.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0175570 | 2026-06-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 06/05/26, 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. 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 Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed 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 the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application (in "Applications" or "Application History") -Renew license before 04/30/27 -Review all staff files for expiring fingerprint cards -New Ruleset | |||
| INSP-0133352 | 2025-06-06 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/6/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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 online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. Insurance: expires 7/22/25 Fire: expired 5/19/22 - request made for inspection on 5/31/25. Gas: n/a Sanitation: 10/31/25 Items discussed, but not limited to, were: -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application (in "Applications" or "Application History") -Renew license before 4/30/2026 -Review all staff files for expiring fingerprint cards | |||
| INSP-0044547 | 2024-06-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 06/07/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela 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 online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The DES group was evaluated at the time of the inspection. *Fire: Fire Marshal Gas: n/a Sanitation: expires 10/31/24 *Insurance: Items discussed, but not limited to, were: -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application (in "Applications" or "Application History" -Renew license before 4/30/25 -Review staff files for expiring fingerprint cards *Email the fire inspection and the certificate of liability insurance to Amanda | |||
| INSP-0028464 | 2023-06-15 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 6/15/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer- Cara DeLessio 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was completed. Fire 5/19/2022 Insurance 7/22/2023 Sanitation 10/31/2023 Vehicle Insurance 7/22/2023 | |||
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