Child Care Center
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Young Explorers Schools
Tucson, AZ
· Pima County
1201 South Avenida Sirio,
Tucson, AZ 85710
Quick Facts
Capacity
85 children
Age Range
6 weeks - 12 years
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
Transportation
Field Trips, To/From School
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (520) 747-1816
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CDC-18300
License Holder
YES TUCSON LLC
Licensed Since
2018
License Issued
Jul 1, 2026
Active Through
Jun 30, 2027
Issued By
Arizona Department of Health Services
Accreditation
CACFP
District Office
ADHS Division of Licensing Services
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About the Provider
Young Explorers Schools offers Preschool and Daycare services since 1971. We provide an active child care program to encourage growth in social, emotional, intellectual, and physical abilities. We develop and accent positive self-concepts while encouraging children to develop and expand individual creativity.
Additional Information:
Swimming pool on site
Swimming lessons
Summer camp
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Tuesday6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Wednesday6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Thursday6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Friday6:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173319 | 2026-05-29 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on May 29, 2026 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. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The following was discussed but not limited to: -Personal products -Bathroom storage -Diaper change procedure -Infant toys | |||
| INSP-0174316 | 2026-05-18 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint #00170130 investigation on May 18. 2026. A focused inspection was conducted. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants 1:6 One's 2:8 One's and Two's 3:10 Two's and Three's 2:12 Four's and Five's 1:11 School Age 1:10 There were 6 staff members interviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant on 05/18/26 by phone. Documentation observed: Diaper logs, rosters, sign-in and sign-out sheets, video footage, police report, text messages. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that 1 of 2 allegations was substantiated. The other allegation was unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence The following deficiencies were observed 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 Deficiencies. Or A Plan of Correction is not accepted at this time. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but were not limited to: -Placement of staff in the playground area during outdoor playtime -Diaper changing postings -Diaper changing table | |||
| INSP-0172375 | 2026-04-21 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for case # 00162702 on April 21, 2026. A focused inspection was conducted 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. Ratios observed were: Infants classroom (Green room): 2:2 1's classroom (Blue room): 2:7 2's and 3's classroom (Purple room): 3:12 4's and 5's classroom (Yellow room): 1:13 There were 9 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: Rosters, sign-in and sign-out sheets, facility floor plans, facility area reports, and space utilization applications. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that 1 of 2 allegations was able to be substantiated. The following deficiency was observed and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but not limited to: - Licensure of diapering area -Change of space application -DIapering area requirements | |||
| INSP-0132370 | 2025-05-30 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 05/30/2025, 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. The DES group size was evaluated at the time of the inspection. Insurance: it expires on 6/28/25 Fire: it expires on 5/7/26 Gas: it was inspected on 5/8/25 Sanitation: it expires on 6/30/25 | |||
| INSP-0044737 | 2024-06-05 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on June 5, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Insurance 6/30/24 Fire 5/8/25 Gas 5/14/24 Sanitation 6/30/24 Auto 6/28/24 Pool 7/31/24 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. 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-0028337 | 2023-06-12 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on June 12, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both 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: * DCS submittal The Empower Survey was completed at the time of the inspection. Fire Inspection: expires 05/02/24 Sanitation Permit: expires 06/30/23 Gas Inspection: 05/09/23 Liability Insurance: expires 06/28/23 Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Amanda Valenzuela | |||
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