B.E.S.D.#33 - Buckeye Elementary School District Preschool
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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 275
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Feb 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00158058 on February 5, 2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00158058 on February 5, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The ratios observed were: Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:8 Threes/Fours/Fives: 4:5 Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:7 Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:5 Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:6 Threes/Fours/Fives: 4:6 Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:9 Threes/Fours/Fives: 3:10 Threes/Fours/Fives: 2:10 Threes/Fours/Fives: 2:11 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Others i
Aug 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 14, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on August 14, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving the Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Criminal History Affidavit seco
Aug 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 21, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on August 21, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please email the following documents: *Violation-free fire inspection report Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this St
Aug 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/23/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 8/23/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days The following item is due within 10 days of receiving this document: A copy o