Active Learning Center #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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 91
- 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 7 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Feb 3, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/3/2026, but Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/3/2026, but are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contract form was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 4 of 4 staff m
Apr 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Was to Investigate a ComplaintComplaint
The purpose of this inspection was to investigate a complaint. (4/17/25) A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. A full inspection was not conducted. There were no deficiencies at the time of the complaint #00126285 investigation, and they are subject to change pending programmatic review. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:9 1-year-old children: 1:6 2-year-old children: 2:9 3-year-old children: 1:13 4- & 5-year-old children: 1:13
Feb 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/7/2025, and They Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/7/2025, and they are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Group Size contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Survey was emailed to the program. Please complete it within
Oct 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Complaint #00091443 Investigation Conducted on 10/28/2024Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint #00091443 Investigation conducted on 10/28/2024. This report is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 1-year-olds: 2:10 2-year-olds: 2:11 3-year-olds: 1:7 4-year-olds: 1:12 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. The documentation reviewed: Emer
Jun 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 6/7/2024 for Case # 00083466Complaint
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 6/7/2024 for case # 00083466. This report is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infant : 1:3 1-year-old children: 1:6 2-year-old-children: 2:7 School-age children: 2:21 There were 2 staff interviewed during this inspection. The Compliance Officer communicated with the complainant via email on 5/20/2024. Upo
Apr 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:6 1-year-olds: 1:4 1-year-olds: 1:5 2-year-olds: 2:11 3-year-olds: 1:9 4-year-olds: 1:10 There were 3 staff interviewed during this inspection. Others interviewed: Director. The Compliance Officer contacted and spoke with the complainant via telephone on 3/22/2024. Documentation reviewed included: *Emergency, Informatio
Feb 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/12/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/12/2024 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 i