Jensen, Tara dba Tara Jensen Daycare
SMITHFIELD, UT·Child Care Licensed FamilyLicensed
Contact information
AddressSMITHFIELD, UT, 84335
Phone4358815441
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/12/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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SMITHFIELD, UT, 84335, SMITHFIELD, UT 84335
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/12/2024
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2024
- High risk9/12/2024
R430-90-10(1)(a)-(b) — Ratios
The provider was out of compliance with this rule by exceeding the number of children allowed in care. In the facility, the Child Care Nutrition Program found the provider to be over on their child to staff ratios and group size on March 26, 2024, July 11, 2024 and August 8, 2024.<br/><br/>This was a repeat rule non-compliance. Inspection: Complaint, Investigation Inspection. Repeat noncompliance. Civil money penalty: $200. Correction status: Correction Verified. Correction action: On 09/30/2024, the licensor verified that the provider ensure ratios were followed as stated rule.
Corrected 9/30/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$918/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 Utah run about $926/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Utah by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SMITHFIELD
- Type: Child Care Licensed Family
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