Kids First Preschool and Child Care Center #2

TUCSON, AZChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity179
Est. price$869/mo

Contact information

Address8185 East 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ, 85710

CityTUCSON, AZ 85710

CountyPima

Phone5208857711

Operating details

Capacity179

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/1/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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8185 East 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ, 85710, TUCSON, AZ 85710

Questions to ask on a tour

Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.

  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/1/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

    The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/1/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified

    Compliance (Annual) The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/1/25, 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, definition of infants, and emergency cards. Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High risk12/16/2024

    The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Initial Licensing Inspection conducted on 12/16/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 9 of 9 fingerpr

    Compliance (Initial) The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Initial Licensing Inspection conducted on 12/16/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 9 of 9 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid via 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 facility was not licensed at the time of the inspection. The infant room was not inspected at the time of the inspection. A full inspection of the infant room will be required prior to approval to use. Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: Fingerprinting timeframes Signing in and out (staff and children) Children’s Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record (EIIR) card completion Staff: files, start date, and training (10-Day and Annual) Discipline Children with Special Needs: Individualized Plan 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 with specific foods listed Field trips: anytime leave licensed area Fire safety: extinguishers updated yearly and fire drills monthly Wading pools, burning candles, accessible propane tanks, etc. are not permitted during hours of operation Cleanliness Playground Safety Central Registry Background Checks Result: Complete Source: AZ Care Check (ADHS Bureau of Child Care Licensing).

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

2Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$869/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Arizona run about $1,073/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Arizona by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: TUCSON, Pima County
  • Capacity: 179
  • Type: Child Care Center

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