Catalina Hills Preschool And Kindergarten
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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 155
- 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 (7). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Mar 18, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Cases # 00161534Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for cases # 00161534, #00161537 and #00161535 on March 18, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: 1’s classroom: 3:13. 2’s classroom: 3:11. Activity Room (3’s - 6’s): 2:11. There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. D
Feb 13, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 00157701 on 2/13/2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for case # 00157701 on 2/13/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Roadrunners Classroom (2’s, 3’s. 4’s): 1:6. Quails Classroom (1’s,2’s): 2:9. Activity Room (3’s, 4’s): 2:11. There were 7 staff members interviewed during this investigation.
Nov 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on November 05, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on November 05, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. * Submit a copy of a current fire inspe
Nov 14, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/14/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 11/14/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receiving this report. The Empower survey was sent via email. Insurance- 1/3/2025 Gas - 1/
Jul 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on July 22, 2024 and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on July 22, 2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz A full inspection was not conducted. Classroom 6 was added. Items discussed, but not limited to include; immediate access. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days.
Jan 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on January 03, 2024, and Are…Modification
The following deficiency was found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on January 03, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Complete and submit the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. **Please submit pictures via email to your Compliance Officer for documentation Licensing of room #10 and adding diapering to room #B2 are pending approva
Nov 16, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on November 16, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on November 16, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. * Submit (via email to Compliance Officer 1)