Chai Childhood 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.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
- 137
- 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 (7) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Aug 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 08-05-2025, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on 08-05-2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not lim
Jun 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/24/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 6/24/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Designee at the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via the DPS website search.
Feb 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Was Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 2/5/2025Modification
The following was observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 2/5/2025, and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full on-site inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director Designee at the time of the inspection. ***This inspection was to add Room 7 as an active room for one-year-old children. Please submit th
Dec 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint Investigation 94160 on 12.11.2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint investigation 94160 on 12.11.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were as follows: Room 6- 2's 1:1 Room 8- 2's 1:1 Room 3- 4/5's 2:7 2
Jun 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/28/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 6/28/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker 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 not limited to: 1 Anniversary fee due in August 2024; 2 Tummy time rules and answering staff questions; a
Apr 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaints #00083028, #00083052 and #00083059 # Investigation on 4/22/2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaints #00083028, #00083052 and #00083059 # investigation on 4/22/2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Name of Compliance Officer #1: Jennifer Flicker Name of Compliance Officer #2: Fred Geyser Due to Enforcement Action, the Licensee will be notified when the Written Documentation of Correction is required to be submitted. NOTE: Due to the Licensee's resignation on April 18, 2024, a new licensee is required to be u
Aug 8, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 8/8/23Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 8/8/23. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker
Jul 14, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/14/2023, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/14/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. There were 4 staff files reviewed. Four of the 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Em