Elite Child Care
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
Mar 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Midyear Inspection Conducted on 03-06-2026, and Is Subject To…Midyear
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the midyear inspection conducted on 03-06-2026, and is subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified as valid via the DPS website during the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of
Sep 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/22/2025Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/22/2025, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The follow
Mar 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 03.13.25 and Are Subject to Changes…Midyear
The following deficiencies were observed at the Mid-year inspection conducted on 03.13.25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the written Documentation of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via the DPS website. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1. All chemicals labeled with a child warning label must
Sep 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on September 30, 2024, Subject…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on September 30, 2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Stacy Marchelli A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two fingerprint clearance cards were verified through the DPS website during the inspection.
Apr 2, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Mid-year Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/2/24 and Are…Midyear
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the mid-year compliance inspection conducted on 4/2/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted.
Oct 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/5/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 10/5/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 3 of 3 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days