Description: LEARN AND PLAY DAYCARE PRESCHOOL is a Child Care Center in Tucson AZ, with a maximum capacity of 93 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0134597 | 2025-06-23 | Complaint,Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection and complaint #00133894 investigation conducted on 6/23/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 6/17/25. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:1 Twos: 2:1 School-agers: 3:2 Six staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Two staff files were reviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Facility attendance records 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and documentation that 1 of 1 allegation lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. The following deficiencies were observed. | |||
| INSP-0047312 | 2024-08-20 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of monitoring inspection conducted on August 20, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery 6 of 6 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Items discussed but not limited to include the following: including both first and last names for references. If the children will be utilizing the office, it should be added as licensed space. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0045493 | 2024-06-27 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on June 27, 2024, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz No deficiencies were found at the time of the inspection. The air conditioning was working, and all rooms were within the required temperatures. | |||
| INSP-0045447 | 2024-06-26 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on June 26, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Christine Fiore Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0045386 | 2024-06-25 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on June 25, 2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 8/7/24 Fire 6/12/24 Sanitation 5/31/25 Gas - Expired - Please send a current copy. The DES group size was observed. The empower checklist was emailed. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0035819 | 2023-12-18 | Modification | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on December 18, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Complete and submit the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Please submit pictures via email to your Compliance Officer for documentation Licensing of rooms #2 and #4 are pending approval of the Plan of Corrections and pictures sent to your Compliance Officer via email for verification. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Addition of second outdoor area * Making the gas meter inaccessible Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Ryan Mapes | |||
| INSP-0032310 | 2023-09-18 | Initial Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial monitoring inspection conducted on September 18, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete and submit the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Backpacks near diapering area in room #1 Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Ryan Mapes | |||
| INSP-0030252 | 2023-07-28 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on July 27, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. There were three personnel files reviewed. All three of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Staff files - start date and 10 day training form. * Lesson plans dated each week and kept for 12 months. Licensure is pending upon receipt and approval of the Plan of Corrections. The Department will notify you regarding the effective date of licensure. Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Ryan Mapes | |||
| INSP-0028671 | 2023-07-13 | Compliance (Initial) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial inspection conducted on July 13, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were personnel files reviewed. the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. * Submit documentation (pictures) of the TB test, and the diaper changing tables, and age appropriate items in rooms to the Compliance Officer via email. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Diapering areas * Drinking water available * Main postings Licensure is pending upon receipt and approval of pictures and the Plan of Corrections. The Department will notify you regarding the effective date of licensure. Fire inspection: 04/08/23 Sanitation permit: 05/31/24 Gas inspection: 01/24/23 Liability insurance: expires 01/23/24 Compliance Officer: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery | |||
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