Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
La Petite Academy
Tucson, AZ
· Pima County
8885 EAST GOLF LINKS,
Tucson, AZ 85730
Quick Facts
Capacity
172 children
Age Range
Infant; Ones; Twos; Three to Five; 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
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-1781
License Issued
Mar 1, 2026
Active Through
Feb 28, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
CACFP
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
In the simplest terms, La Petite Academy provides educational child care. But our commitment to kids doesn’t stop there. We are passionate about providing your children with the tools they need to be successful in all aspects of their lives.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours06:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173421 | 2026-05-04 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the time Complaint Investigation Inspection for case #167743 conducted on 5/4/26, and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A focused inspection was conducted. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the facility at the beginning of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:6 Ones: 2:11 Twos: 2:12 Threes: 1:13 Fours and Fives: 1:14 3 staff members were interviewed during the investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant by phone on 4/28/26. Documentation observed was: statements from staff and pictures taken from the classroom footage. Upon completion of the complaint investigation for case #167743, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 5 of the 5 allegations were unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. | |||
| INSP-0165861 | 2026-01-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/7/26, 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: rule changes, tummy time, infant feeding instructions, and designated exits. | |||
| INSP-0052143 | 2025-01-16 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/16/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna 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. The DES group size was observed at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0037011 | 2024-01-24 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the annual Compliance Inspection conducted on January 24, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 04/01/24 Fire: 02/21/24 Gas: 01/11/25 Sanitation: 12/31/24 Van: 04/01/24 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Infant activities must be logged daily -Monitor condition of wrought iron fencing -Updated Entrance Letter and DCS Direct Service form The Plan of Correction was not accepted at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer 1: Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2: Christine Fiore | |||
| INSP-0029461 | 2023-07-27 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00059359 on July 27, 2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer 1: Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2: Christine Fiore Ratios observed were: *2:8 Infants *2:10 Toddlers *2:13 Twos *1:13 Threes *2:13 Three/Fours *1:13 Four/Fives *1:17 School Age There was one fingerprint clearance card verified on the DPS website during the investigation. There were nine staff members interviewed onsite during this complaint investigation. Documentation observed included one staff file, child sign in/out records, classroom rosters, one Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) card, numerous SproutAbout App messages, one picture, email messages, and two incident reports. Upon completion of the complaint investigation it was determined from documentation and interview that the allegations were not substantiated. There were no other deficiencies cited during the investigation, subject to changes pending programmatic review. | |||
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