First Impression Preschool/Daycare 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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 59
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/1/25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/1/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided the facility w
Sep 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Compliance Inspection Was Conducted on 9/11/2024, No Deficiencies Were CitedCompliance (Annual)
A Compliance inspection was conducted on 9/11/2024, no deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was conducted. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the inspection. The Empower survey link was sent to the provider. DES group size was compliant. Fire 10/31/2024 Insurance 11/18/24 Sanitation 4/30/25 The following was discussed but not limited to: Central registry background check
Sep 15, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Cited at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/15/2023Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were cited at the Compliance inspection conducted on 9/15/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Leyme Compliance Officer Supervisor- Lisa Emery 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid during the inspection on the DPS website. Please complete the Plan of Corrections within 10 days of receiving this report on the online portal. The Empower Survey was completed. The DES group size