Five Little Stars
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.3 / 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 3 (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 3 (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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were Zero Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 1/14/26Midyear
There were zero deficiencies found at the time of the Mid-year Inspection conducted on 1/14/26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Note: A full inspection was not conducted.
Jul 21, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Mid-year Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/21/25 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the mid-year compliance inspection conducted on 7/21/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 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.
Feb 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/18/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 2/18/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 3 of 3 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search.
Sep 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on September 11, 2024, and Are…Midyear
The following deficiencies were observed during the mid-year inspection conducted on September 11, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Stacy Marchelli A complete inspection was not conducted at this time. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within ten days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies.
May 13, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 5/13/24, and Are…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial monitoring inspection conducted on 5/13/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Brenda Alubowicz 3 of 3 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 online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies.
Mar 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial Licensing Inspection Conducted on 3/21/24, and Are…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Initial Licensing Inspection conducted on 3/21/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid via the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Insurance 10/7/24 Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of D