B.C.S.D.#15 - Early Learning Center
1820 LAKESIDE DRIVE, BULLHEAD CITY, AZ 86442Childery Rating: 4/5
Data last updated ·
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.3 / 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 3 (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 3 (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
- 191
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3) and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Aug 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/5/2025 and Is Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 8/5/2025 and is subject to change pending programmatic review. There were 5 staff files reviewed during the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The following assessments were completed: DES Group size; The Empower Assessment was emailed to the director.
Jul 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Inspection Could Not Be Conducted Since the Facility Is Closed Until 7/28/2025Compliance (Annual)
The compliance inspection could not be conducted since the facility is closed until 7/28/2025. The compliance inspection will be conducted when the program re-opens in the fall.
Jul 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/22/2024 and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/22/2024 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: W. Manzelmann The Compliance Officer reviewed 6 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 6 of 6 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The following assessments were completed: The Empower Program Assessment was emailed to the director; DES Group Size Eva
Jun 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Inspection Could Not Be Conducted on 6/28/2024Compliance (Annual)
The Compliance Inspection could not be conducted on 6/28/2024. When the Compliance Officer arrived at the facility it was closed until July 8, 2024. The compliance inspection will be conducted at a later date. Compliance Officer: W. Manzelmann
Jul 17, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance/modification Inspection Conducted on 7/17/2023…Change of Service Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance/modification inspection conducted on 7/17/2023 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. Return the Written Plan of Correction within 10 days of of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer - C O - W. Manzelmann There were 8 staff files reviewed during the inspection and 8 of 8 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid during the inspection. The following assessment were not com
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Boys & Girls Clubs of the Colorado RiverLaughlin · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Nana Lulu's DaycareBullhead City · 2/5 Childery Rating
- C.R.U.H.S.D.#2 - Tiny-T-Birds At Mohave High SchoolBullhead City · 4/5 Childery Rating
- New Day SchoolBullhead City · 4/5 Childery Rating
- W.A.C.O.G. - Bullhead City Head StartBullhead City · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Discovery Learning Center And Child CareBullhead City · 5/5 Childery Rating