Early Learning Academy Inc
1013 WEST ARIZONA AVENUE - SUITE A,B,C, PARKER, AZ 85344Childery Rating: 4/5
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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
- 81
- 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 (3) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Feb 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/12/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 2/12/2025 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. Please submit the plan of correction via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the statement of deficiencies. Compliance Officer: W. Manzelmann The Compliance Officer reviewed 3 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection.
May 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 5/17/2024 and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on 5/17/2024 and are subject to change 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. Compliance Officer: W. Manzelmann The Compliance Officer reviewed 1 staff file. The fingerprint clearance card for 1 of 1 staff member was verified to be valid through
Mar 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/22/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 3/22/2024 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. The Written Documentation of Corrections are due within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer: W. Manzelmann The Compliance Officer reviewed 4 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 4 of 4 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The f
Feb 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Inspection Could Not Be Completed at This TimeCompliance (Annual)
The compliance inspection could not be completed at this time. The director called and stated that the facility is temporarily closed for childcare while improvements are completed and a new lease is finalized. The compliance inspection will be completed when the facility re-opens.
Aug 14, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Case # 00060102 Investigation Conducted on 8/14/2023 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of case # 00060102 investigation conducted on 8/14/2023 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Written Documentation of Corrections was not accepted at the time of the investigation. Compliance Officer ( C O ) - W. Manzelmann Ratios observed: Infants: 1:3 1's and 2's: 2:13 3-5's:
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