Early Explorers Learning Centers DBA Early Beginners Preschool and Daycare
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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 96
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group 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 (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Mar 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 3/26/2026 for Case…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 3/26/2026 for case #00163204 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. Ratios observed were: 1's/2's: 2:4 3's: 1:10 2 staff were interviewed at the time of the investigation. Others interviewed: Owner and Director Documentation reviewed: Staff files Upon completi
Jul 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/29/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/29/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but is not limited to: *Ensure plungers and other bathroom supplies are inaccessible to enrolled children; *Ensure child admission and release records are s
Feb 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 2/11/2024 for Case #00096914Complaint
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 2/11/2024 for case #00096914. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 2's: 2:8 3's: 2:8 4's/5's: 1:15 3 staff were interviewed at the time of the inspection. Others interviewed: The complainant, director, and the owner Documentation reviewed: Incident reports, staff sign-in and out records, diaper changing logs, children's Emergency, Information, Immunization record
Aug 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 08/07/2024 And…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 08/07/2024 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. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was given to the director at the time of the inspection. The Empower survey link was emailed to director. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members rev
Mar 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Case #81575 and Case #81688 Conducted on 3/29/2024 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Case #81575 and Case #81688 conducted on 3/29/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 contacted the Complainant via email on 3/29/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. The plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. The following room ratios were observed: 1's/2's: 1:6 3's: 1:13 4's/5's/School-age: 1:18 and then 2:18 Four staff members were interviewed during thi
Aug 17, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/17/2023 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/17/2023 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. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection.