Dreamland Childcare & Preschool
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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- 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 (5) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 23, 2026,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on January 23, 2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Four of four fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the group home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Empower Survey link
Jun 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Mid Year Compliance Inspection Was Conducted on 6/24/2025Midyear
A Mid Year Compliance Inspection was conducted on 6/24/2025. No deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the Provider with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: Storing items on the back patio. Clear path to e
Feb 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/4/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 2/4/2025, and are subject to changes pending programatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 3 of 3 fingerprint cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receiving this report. The DES group size was observed to be compliant. The Empower Survey was sent to the P
Aug 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Mid Year Inspection Was Conducted on 8/6/2024, No Deficiencies Were CitedMidyear
A Mid Year inspection was conducted on 8/6/2024, no deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Gas 2/20/25 Insurance 2/9/25 Vehicle Insurance 2/9/25 Transportation was approved on the 2023 Toyota Rav4 during the inspection.
Feb 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Compliance Inspection Was Conducted on 2/20/2024Compliance (Annual)
A Compliance inspection was conducted on 2/20/2024. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the AZ DPS Website. The Empower survey link was sent to the provider. Please complete the Plan of Corrections within 10 days of receiving this report via the online portal. Insurance expires 2/9/2025 Gas expires 2/20/2024 T
Aug 18, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Mid Year Inspection Conducted on 8/18/2023, and Are Subject To…Midyear
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection conducted on 8/18/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer- Cara DeLessio A full inspection was not completed. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the online portal within 10 days of receiving this report. The following was discussed but not limited to: Food size and textures- choking hazards Plastic bag safety/ hazards Diapering table storage