Creative Beginnings Learning 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.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 3 (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 3 (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
- 212
- 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 10 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (8), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 10 Inspection Visits
Dec 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/10/2025Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/10/2025, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Tummy time; and 2) New rules that are effective 8/3/2025. 5 of 5 fingerprint cle
Apr 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct the Complaints #0125026, #0125028 and #0125111 Investigation on 4/2/2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct the complaints #0125026, #0125028 and #0125111 investigation on 4/2/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: One year olds 2:10; Two year olds 2:14; Three -four year olds: 2:16 & 1:15 (Cited). There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. The
Dec 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/18/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/18/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation of correction is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Tummy time rules were discussed with the infant room staff and with the Dir
Sep 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 9/27/2024 for Case…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 9/27/2024 for case #00090475 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:7 1-year-old children: 2:11 2-year-old children: 2:10 3-year-old children: 2:9 4-year-old/5-year-old childr
Sep 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00089667 Investigation on 9/11/24Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00089667 investigation on 9/11/24. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Name of the Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker Due to enforcement status, the Licensee will be notified when the Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:7; One year-olds: 2:11; Two & three-olds: 2:11 & 2:13; and Four year-olds: 1:3 & 3:16. There wer
Jul 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00087155 on 7/23/24Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00087155 on 7/23/24. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Name of the Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker No deficiencies were cited at the time of the investigation. The following was discussed with the Director but not limited to: Mandated reporting training available for staff. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:8; One-year-old's: 2:13; Two-year-old's: 2:14; Three-year-old's: 1:12; Four-year-old's and ol
Jan 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/3/2024 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/3/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 6 of 6 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower self-evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. The following wa
Nov 27, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation #00065667 on 11/27/2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #00065667 on 11/27/2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 2:9 1's 2:10 2's 2:9 3's 2:8 4's 2:14 4's & 5's 1:16 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 10 medication authorization forms reviewed during this investigation. The written medication administ
Nov 3, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation #64859 on 11/3/2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #64859 on 11/3/2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Plan of Corrections is not being accepted at this time. You will be notified when to submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 1:5 1's 2:6 2's 2:7 3's 1:3 & 2:10 4's 1:11 School age 2:22 There were 6 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 4 staff files revie
Aug 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation #62338 on 8.9.2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #62338 on 8.9.2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections is not being accepted at this time. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 3:10 1's 3:14 1's & 2's 2:12 3's 2:11 4's 2:13 Pre-K 2:20 There were 7 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant.