Busy Bees Palm Valley Center
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
- 242
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Jan 30, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 01.30.26 for Case…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint investigation conducted on 01.30.26 for case #00156526. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infant: 3:9 Toddler 1: 2:8 Toddler 2: 2:11 Toddler 3: 1:8 Toddler 4: 1:6 Toddler 5: 2:6 Preschool 1: 2:11 Preschool 2: 2:10 Preschool 3: 1:9 Pre-K 1: 1:13 Others interviewed: -The Complainant -Director -Three staff members The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ens
Nov 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 11.07.25 for Case #00149970Complaint
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 11.07.25 for case #00149970. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following was discussed, but is not limited to: *Ensure children are supervised at all times during nap time. Ratios observed were: Infant 1: 2:10 Infant 2: 1:5 Tod. 1 (One's): 1:5 Tod. 2 (One's): 2:11 Tod. 3 (Ones'-Two's): 2:11 Tod. 4 (Two's): 1:7 Tod. 5 (Two's): 1:7 Preschool 1 (Two's-Three's): 2:10 Presc
Sep 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 09.10.25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 09.10.25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. A link to the Empower Self-Evaluation was sent to the facility director. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. Six finger
Aug 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of Complaint #AZ00036914 Investigation Conducted on 8/27/25 and Is…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #AZ00036914 investigation conducted on 8/27/25 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 8/27/25. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:10 Infants: 2:10 Ones: 1:6 Ones: 2:12 Twos:2:16 Twos: 2:8 Twos/Threes: 2:16 Threes: 1:
Jun 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00131580 Investigation Conducted on 6/04/2025Complaint
The purpose of this inspection was to conduct Complaint #00131580 investigation conducted on 6/04/2025. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infant: 2:9 1/2-Year-Old Children: 2:8 1/2-Year-Old Children: 1:7 2-Year-Old Children: 1:8 2-Year-Old Children: 1:7 2-Year-Old Children: 1:4 3-Year-Old Children: 1:8 4-Year-Old Children: 1:10 4/5-Year-Old Children: 1:13 School-Age Children: 1:5 Three staff members were inte
Apr 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00127077 Investigation Conducted on 4/16/25 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00127077 investigation conducted on 4/16/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 4/16/25. An e-mail message was sent to the Complainant on 4/16/25. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:10 Infants: 2:9 Ones: 1:6
Jan 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #96348 Investigation on 01/28/2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #96348 investigation on 01/28/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Monika Jones Compliance Officer #2: Stephanie Jake Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 Infants: 1:6 1-year-old Children: 1:6 1-year-old Children: 1:6 2-year-old Children: 1:8 2-year-old Children: 1:9 3-year-old Children: 1:11 3-year-old Children: 1:11 3-year-old Children: 1:12 There were 4 staff members interviewed
Dec 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 12/6/2024 And…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on 12/6/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the following: 1) Modification request to add the facility van onto the current license. Compliance Officer is AuReyon Thompson
Sep 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Inspection Conducted on 09/12/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 09/12/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. *Please submit pictures or documentation of all the corrections to complete the Initial paperwork. *Monitor the maintenance of the wooden structures in the Toddler outdoor activity area. The Emergency Disaster