Creative 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 4 (out of 5). 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)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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 98
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Feb 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies During the Modification Inspection Conducted on 2/06/2026Modification
There were no deficiencies during the Modification Inspection conducted on 2/06/2026. The purpose of the inspection was to increase the capacity of the Infant Room to 8. A full inspection was not conducted. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *The safe placement of cribs. *Crib sheets are tightly fitted to the mattress.
Jan 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Was to Conducted Complaint Investigations #00152887 and #00154395 on 1/06/2026Complaint
The purpose of this inspection was to conducted Complaint Investigations #00152887 and #00154395 on 1/06/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following ratios were observed: *Infants: 1:1 *One-Year-Olds: 1:3 *Three and Four-Year-Olds: 1:6 There were two staff interviewed as part of this investigation. The following documents were reviewed: *Rosters *Travel Permission Forms Upon completion of Complaints #00152887 and #00154395 it was determined from inte
Sep 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 9/12/2025 and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 9/12/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit pictures and the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. **Please submit an updated copy of the C of O to the Department.
Aug 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint # 140979 Investigation Conducted on 8/14/2025,…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Complaint # 140979 investigation conducted on 8/14/2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer contacted the Complainant via email. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: One's/Two's/Three's/Four's: 2:11 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed: Rosters and attendance records. Upon compl
Apr 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/4/2025 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 4/4/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search.
May 2, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 5/2/2024 and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 5/2/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2: Brian Howell
Apr 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/17/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 4/17/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2