Back 2 Basics Early Learning Center Llc
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.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
- 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 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Feb 17, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 2/17/2026Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the Monitoring Inspection conducted on 2/17/2026, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was given to the Provider to complete and email back to the Compliance Officer. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provide
Jan 12, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Inspection Was Unable to Be Conducted Due to the Provider Being Ill and Closing for the DayCompliance (Annual)
The Compliance Inspection was unable to be conducted due to the Provider being ill and closing for the day. A follow-up inspection will be conducted on a later date.
Jul 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of the Mid-Year Inspection Conducted on 7/10/2025Midyear
There were no deficiencies at the time of the Mid-Year Inspection conducted on 7/10/2025, but are pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. A full inspection was not conducted. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure the hose is wrapped up after use *Ensure the plunger is stored in an area inaccessible to enrolled children
Jan 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/13/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/13/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Jul 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on July 16Midyear
No deficiencies were observed at the mid-year inspection conducted on July 16, 2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer is Stacy Marchelli.
Jan 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/16/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 1/16/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2
Jul 19, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Midyear Inspection Conducted on 7/19/2023 and Is Subject To…Midyear
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Midyear inspection conducted on 7/19/2023 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin