Growing Gardens Early Learning Center and Childcare
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 65
- 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 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Feb 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 02.09.26, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 02.09.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Three fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of rec
Feb 21, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/21/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 2/21/25 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 The following item is due within 10 days of receiving this document: A copy of the current violation free fire inspection
Oct 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of Complaint #00091891 Investigation Conducted on 10/24/2024, Subject…Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of complaint #00091891 investigation conducted on 10/24/2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 2's/3’s- 2:10 3's/4's- 2:11 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. There as 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. There was 1 child file reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: Director, Complainant was Unabl
Jul 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 7/24/2024 and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 7/24/2024 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 following was discussed, but not limited to: 1) Ensure an application is submitted if adding additional outdoor activity area next to the already licensed outdoor area; 2) Soiled clothing container and liner;
Jun 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 6/17/2024 And…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring inspection conducted on 6/17/2024 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. 4 Children Emergency Cards were reviewed. 4 Staff files were reviewed. 4 Fingerprint cards were validated by DPS. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1) Ensure proper cushioning for t
Mar 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Inspection Conducted on 3/6/2024 and Are Subject To…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial inspection conducted on 3/6/2024 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. 1 Staff files was reviewed. 1 Fingerprint cards was validated by DPS. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1) Cone barrier separating the outside walkway to the outdoor activity area and the parking