Description: Northminster Christian School is committed to providing a Christ-centered educational environment where each child can learn and grow emotionally, physically, intellectually, socially and spiritually.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0172577 | 2026-04-29 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on April 29, 2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officers provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Please send current Tucson Fire permit upon receipt *Roster required inside and outside whenever kids present *Refill water containers as needed *Emergency drill procedures and documentation *Updated DCS/CBC Background Check process *Updated rule set and forms available on website Please complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0172104 | 2026-04-15 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #161676 on April 15, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following classroom ratios were observed: *2:5 Ones (Raindrop Room) *2:5 Two/Threes ((Garden Room) *2:9 Three/Fours (Apples Room) *1:6 Four/Fives (Sea Creatures) *1:6 Four/Fives (Sky Room) There were seven staff members interviewed onsite during this complaint investigation. Documentation observed included the facility Statement of Services and a Health and Safety Protocols document. Upon completion of the complaint investigation it was determined from documentation and interview that the allegation on Case #161676 was unable to be substantiated at this time. Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: -Immediate access requirement for parents, the Department, etc. -Postings and contact information where parents can view -Roster documentation on playground, in classrooms, etc. -Ratio and supervision must be maintained when answering front gate, etc. -Updated process DCS Background Check process -New forms and rule set available on AZDHS website There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint Investigation, subject to changes pending programmatic review. | |||
| INSP-0162471 | 2025-10-28 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00149020 from October 28 through November 10, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following classroom ratios were observed: Toddlers (Raindrop): 2:3 One/Twos (Garden): 2:5 Threes (Apples): 2:10 Four/Fives (Sea Creatures): 1:6 Four/Fives (Sky): 1:7 There were five staff members interviewed during the complaint investigation. The Department attempted to contact the Complainant via phone and email twice during the investigation, but the contact information provided by the online Complainant was not valid. Two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Documentation observed included two staff files, Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) cards, child sign in/out documents, staff sign in/out documents, facility Accident and Illness log, facility Health and Safety Protocols document, Statement of Services, and classroom rosters. Upon completion of the complaint investigation it was determined from observation and interview that the allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated 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. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Foreign education documents must be evaluated to qualify staff to work alone *Updated DCS Background Check process *Updated rules and forms *Parental access anytime their children are onsite *Staff trainings There were no deficiencies found during the complaint investigation, subject to changes pending programmatic review. | |||
| INSP-0130730 | 2025-05-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 05/05/25, 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. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 01/02/26 Fire: 08/27/25 (TFD Permit) Gas: 08/08/25 Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: *Updated DCS Background Check process *Verify restroom exhaust fan is operating normally *Suggest copy of medication form with medication *Evacuation maps at exits from classrooms *TB test results before starting employment *Add N/A or line through second parent/guardian on EIIR Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0043618 | 2024-05-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/8/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela 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. 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: expires 8/23/24 Gas: 8/24/23 Sanitation: n/a Insurance: expires 1/1/25 Items discussed but not limited to were: -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application (in "Applications" or "Application History" - Renew license before 7/31/24 -Director FPC expires 8/1/24 | |||
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