Cactus Kids 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.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
- 204
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (8). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Mar 12, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of complaint #00161662 investigation conducted on 3/12/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Notice Of Inspection Rights was provided to the licensee at the time
Nov 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/12/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 11/12/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Notice Of Inspection Rights was provided to the licensee at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time o
Nov 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/18/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 11/18/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Chloe-James Rossi Compliance Officer #2: Fred Geyser The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but is not limited to: *Ensure outdoor equipment and toys are maintained free
Jun 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00085333 on June 6, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00085333 on June 6, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer #2: Celeste Angulo The ratios observed were: Infants: 2:7 Infants: 2:4 1's: 2:7 1's/2's: 2:6 1's/2's: 2:7 1's/2's: 2:6 2's/3's: 2:6 2's/3's: 2:8 3's: 1:9 4's: 1:7 School-Age: 1:11 There were 15 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were no deficiencies found at th
Nov 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Both the Compliance Inspection and Complaints #00065920 And…Complaint Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of both the Compliance inspection and Complaints #00065920 and 00066009 investigations conducted on 11/21/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 11/21/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time o
Oct 24, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00064346 Investigation Conducted on 10/24/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00064346 investigation conducted on 10/24/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 10/24/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 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: 1:1 Ones: 2
Oct 2, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of Complaint #00064313 Investigation Conducted on 10/2/23Complaint
There were no deficiencies at the time of Complaint #00064313 investigation conducted on 10/2/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:7 Infants: 2:6 Ones/Twos: 2:7 Ones/Twos: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 2:7 Twos: 1:8 Twos: 1:4 Twos: 1:7 Threes:/Fours: 1:9 Fours/Fives: 1:10 Three staff members were interviewed during this inve
Jun 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00060265 Investigation Conducted on 6/23/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00060265 investigation conducted on 6/23/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 6/23/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 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: 2:7 Infants: 1:4 Ones: 2:8 Ones/Twos: 1:3 Ones/Tw