Cozy Casa Day Care
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.5 / 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 4 (out of 5) and NAC accreditation. 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)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
- 92
- 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
Apr 27, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Inspection for Case #165910 Conducted…Complaint
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Complaint Investigation Inspection for case #165910 conducted on 4/27/26, and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A focused inspection was conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the facility at the beginning of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Ones/Twos: 1:4 Threes to Fives: 1:9 Documentation observed: Emergency Cards and parent handbook. There were 2 staf
Feb 11, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 2/11/26Monitoring
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Monitoring Inspection conducted on 2/11/26, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection.
Nov 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/3/25, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 11/3/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the f
Aug 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #142562 on 8/26/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #142562 on 8/26/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Ones and Twos: 1:4 Threes, Fours, and Fives: 1:5 School Age: 1:7 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: Complainant Documentation observed was: Facility Incident Report, sign in and out record, video of incident and medical documentatio
May 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Complaint Investigation for Case #129103 on 5/1/25Complaint
There were no deficiencies found at the complaint investigation for case #129103 on 5/1/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:4 1 and 2 year olds: 1:6 3 and 4 year olds: 1:11 There were 4 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 3 children interviewed during this investigation. Complainant was contacted by phone and email and there was no response. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determi
Nov 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/7/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 11/7/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow 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. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was observed at the time of the inspection. Please complete
Jun 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 6/11/24 and Are Subject…Modification
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 6/11/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies.
Nov 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on November 08, 2023,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the annual Compliance Inspection conducted on November 08, 2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 02/06/24 Fire: 11/21/23 Gas: Please send current inspection document when received Sanitation: 02/28/24 V