Desert Trails 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 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
- 68
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Sep 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were Zero Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/8/25, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were zero deficiencies observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/8/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contac
Sep 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/16/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 9/16/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empo
Mar 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 79281 on March 5, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case # 79281 on March 5, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Senior Compliance Office - Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Office - Katie Corrow Ratios observed were: Infants 1:2 1/2's 3:12 3/5's 3:15 There were five staff interviewed at the time of the investigation. There were two staff files reviewed at the time of
Feb 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Follow Up to the Provider Meeting - Monitoring Inspection…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the follow up to the provider meeting - monitoring inspection conducted on 2/5/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer - Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer - Katie Corrow Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days.
Nov 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 0003744 on November 13, 2023Complaint Compliance (Annual)
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case # 0003744 on November 13, 2023. A compliance inspection was also conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Katie Corrow Ratios observed were: Pre K - school age - 2:24 Two's 2:9 One/Two's 1:5 Infants 1:1 There were 7 staff interviewed during this investigation. The policies and procedures regarding cell phones was observed. Upon completion of the complaint investig