A Child's Place At The Ranches, L.L.C.
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.4 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 4 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Arizona's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Arizona caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:15. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 18 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Quality First Level 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 189
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Feb 4, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 02.04.26, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 02.04.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officers provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspections Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Four fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of re
Dec 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed During the Modification Inspection Conducted on 12.29.25Modification
There were no deficiencies observed during the Modification inspection conducted on 12.29.25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure water temperature is maintained between 86°F and 110 °F in the diaper changing sinks. *Ensure cribs are not blocking the designated exits. *Ensure diaper changing sinks are maintained free of water and grime buildup. *Licensee added the follo
Feb 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/12/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/12/2025 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. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was completed at the time of the in
Jun 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation (Case# 851153) Conducted On…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint investigation (Case# 851153) conducted on 06/05/2024 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. The investigation was completed on 06/05/2024. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: Stephanie Jake A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:4 1's - 2:8 2's -1:5; 1:8
Mar 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation (Case# 81444) Conducted On…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint investigation (Case# 81444) conducted on 03/22/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The investigation was completed on 03/22/2024. Attempted contact with the Complainant was made on 03/18/2024. The Complainant did not return the phone call. Compliance Officer #1 (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer #2 (CO): Fred Geyser A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit
Feb 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 02/15/2024 Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 02/15/2024 subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer #2 (CO): Fred Geyser Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was pro