Description: TENDER HEARTS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER is a Child Care Center in Tucson AZ, with a maximum capacity of 50 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173427 | 2026-05-04 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the time Complaint Investigation Inspection for case #165098 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: Ones/Twos: 2:8 Threes/Fours: 1:9 5 staff members were interviewed during the investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant by phone on 4/8/26. Documentation observed was: statements from staff and pictures taken from the classroom footage. Upon completion of the complaint investigation for case #165098, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that the allegation was unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. | |||
| INSP-0171337 | 2026-04-07 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/7/26 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 Deficiciencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. 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 fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but are not limited to: medications, designated exits, electronic records, rule changes, Director’s workshop sign up, and Department forms. | |||
| INSP-0147273 | 2025-08-04 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint inspection for case #138446 on 8/4/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Toddlers 1:5 Three to school age 2: There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 4 children 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. There were no deficiencies found. This is subject to change pending programmatic review. | |||
| INSP-0115496 | 2025-04-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 4/8/25, 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. 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-0044738 | 2024-06-06 | Initial Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial monitoring inspection conducted on 6/6/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Christine Fiore A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. | |||
| INSP-0042544 | 2024-04-08 | Compliance (Initial) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Initial Licensing Inspection conducted on 4/8/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 6 of 6 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid via the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to: Fingerprinting timeframes Signing in and out (staff and children) Rosters Children’s Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card completion Diapering procedures Staff: files, start date, and training (10-Day and Annual) Ratios Discipline Children with Special Needs Mandated Reporting of Suspected Abuse and Neglect Medication (form, storage, labels) Supervision (nap, outside, and inside) Infant care (tummy time, feeding instructions, crib safety, choking toys/food) Menu: posted with specific foods listed Field trips: anytime leave licensed area Fire safety: extinguishers updated yearly and fire drills monthly Wading pools are not permitted at the facility Drinking water needs to be accessible to children Playground safety Facility licensure was effective 4/10/24. | |||
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