Happy Dayz Daycare I I I
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 165
- 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 9 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (9). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Mar 25, 20261 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 3/25/2026 for Case #00163090, And…Complaint
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 3/25/2026 for case #00163090, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections is not required at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:9 1-year-old children: 1:9 2-year-old children: 2:12 3-year-old children: 1:13 4-year-old children: 1:13 School-Age children: 1:7 5 staff were interviewed at the time of the ins
Oct 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/16/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/16/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but is not limited to: *Ensure cots are not blocking egress points; *Ensure diaper products are labeled with the child's first and last name as required;
Dec 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. There were no deficiencies observed at the time of complaint #00094003 investigation conducted on 12/11/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 1-year-old children: 2:12 2-year-old children: 3:17 3-year-old children: 1:11 4-year-old children: 1:11 5-year-old children: 1:9 School-age 1:19 There were
Oct 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/22/2024 Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 10/22/2024 subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: Monika Jones Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The following items were discu
Jul 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #87775 on July 29, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #87775 on July 29, 2024. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Stacy Marchelli Compliance Officer #2: Chloe Rossi The ratios observed were: Infants: 2:10 1's: 1:6 2's: 2:16 3's: 1:13 4:'s: 1:15 School-age 2:20, 2:20, 1:9 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The documentation observed was an incident report. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it w
Jun 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00085293 on June 6, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00085293 on June 6, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer #2: Celeste Angulo The ratios observed were: Infants: 2:8 1's 3:9 2's 1:7 3's: 1:13 4's: 1:12 5's/School-Age: 3:53 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. There were no deficiencies found at the time of the complaint #00085293 investigation. Upon completion of the
Oct 27, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/27/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 10/27/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 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
Sep 25, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00063810 Investigation Conducted on 9/25/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00063810 investigation conducted on 9/25/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on9/25/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:8 Ones: 2:9 Twos: 3:17 Threes: 2:14 Fours: 1:11
Jul 26, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00061708 Investigation Conducted on 7/26/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00061708 investigation conducted on 7/26/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Complainant was contacted on 7/25/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 3:9 Infants: 1:5 Ones: 2:6 Twos: 2:13 Threes: 1:13 Fours: 1:11