A.U.S.D. #-Imagine Preschool at Coronado K-8
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
- 40
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 4, 2026, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on May 4, 2026, 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 Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights w
May 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 19, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on May 19, 2025, 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 Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Fi
Aug 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 9, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on August 9, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were three personnel files reviewed. All three of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. * Submit a copy of a current gas in
Jul 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on July 30Modification
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on July 30, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: a full inspection was not conducted. Addition of room #2 was approved for use effective 07/30/2024 Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Laurie McKenna
Sep 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial-monitoring Inspection Conducted on September 28, 2023,…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial-monitoring inspection conducted on September 28, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. There were three fingerprint clearance cards verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Katie Corrow
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial Inspection Conducted on July 21Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial inspection conducted on July 21, 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 during the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Technical Assistance was provided on the