Baby Steps Childcare/ Yolanda I Nunez
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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- 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 9 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (8), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Feb 13, 20262 Findings2 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 00157157 and # 00157173 on 2/13/2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for case # 00157157 and # 00157173 on 2/13/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the Group Home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: 2:2 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the compla
- **Amended 2/24/2026** The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted On…Midyear
**Amended 2/24/2026** The following deficiency was found at the time of the Mid-year Inspection conducted on 2/13/2026, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the Group Home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection.
Sep 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/8/25, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/8/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the fa
Mar 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Officer Conducted a Mid Year Inspection on 3/3/2025Midyear
The Compliance Officer conducted a Mid Year inspection on 3/3/2025. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A complete inspection was not conducted. 3 of 3 fingerprint cards were verified to be valid during the inspection on the DPS website. The Plan of Corrections is due within 10 days of receiving this report. Please upload photographic documentation of the correction. Insurance expires 8/15/2025 Gas conducted 8/3/2024
Oct 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on October 9, 2024, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on October 9, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 8/15/25 Gas 8/3/24 The empower checklist was emailed. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within ten days.
Sep 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on September 9, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on September 9, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz The inspection could not be conducted. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days.
Apr 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Mid Year Inspection Conducted on April 29, 2024, and Are…Midyear
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection conducted on April 29, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Insurance 8/15/24 First Aid/CPR 9/24 Ratio 1:1 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. No deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection.
Jan 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on January 15, 2024, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on January 15, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Insurance 8/15/24 Gas 8/4/23 Please send the permit and approval for the new addition. The new addition cannot be utilized by the enrolled children until the area has been approved by your local jurisdiction and this Department. The empowe
Nov 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on November 9, 2023 and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on November 9, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days.
Sep 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on September 12, 2023 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on September 12, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 day.