A.U.S.D.#10 - Imagine Preschool at Prince Elementary
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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 20
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 1, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 01, 2026,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on May 01, 2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Three of three fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provid
Jul 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on July 29Modification
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on July 29, 2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection of the facility was not conducted. The Notice of Inspection Rights was provided to the Licensee at the time of the inspection. School Age care has been added to the approved services. The following Activity Areas were approved for School Age; -Classroom 20 -Classroom B206 -Mustangs Room The following items were
May 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 05/05/25, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 05/05/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 07/01/25 Fire: 04/21/26 Gas: 03/12/26 Sanitation: 10/31/25 Items discussed, but not limited to, were as follows: *Updated DCS Background Check process n
May 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/8/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/8/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna 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 Empow
Dec 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were Zero Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 12/5/23, and Are Subject To…Modification
There were zero deficiencies found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 12/5/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer #2: Katie Corrow The STEM Room, Mustang Room, and 4 sanitary units in the Mustang Room were licensed at the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to, were: - Ensuring materials labeled as hazardous, flammable or with a child warning are to be locked and