Children's Day Care 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.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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 3 (out of 5) and accreditation from NAEYC and NAC. 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)Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)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
- 82
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Apr 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on April 14, 2026, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on April 14, 2026, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Primary Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal wit
Aug 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Complaint # 139165 Investigation Conducted on 8/28/2025, Subject…Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint # 139165 investigation conducted on 8/28/2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 8/28/2025. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: One's/Two's: 1:6 Three's/Four's: 2:13 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Attendance records of the enrolled stude
May 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/22/2025,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 5/22/2025, 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. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified as valid via the DPS website. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *There are no soft items or toys within reach of infant during tummy time. *Wat
Jun 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/11/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/11/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empo
Oct 3, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #64343 and #63771 on 10/3/23Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #64343 and #63771 on 10/3/23. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery Ratios observed were: Toddlers 2 to 1 Preschool 5 to 1 School Age 2 to 1 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: incident reports and vehicle information. Upon completion of the complaint i
Jul 11, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/11/23, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/11/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Fire: 7/