Happy Dayz Learning Center 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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 59
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Oct 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #AZ00036914 Investigation Conducted on 10/8/25 And…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #AZ00036914 investigation conducted on 10/8/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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: Ones./Twos: 1:5 Threes/Fours: 1:9 School-agers: 1:17 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Three staff files were reviewed during
Oct 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 10/6/2025 for Case…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 10/6/2025 for case #00146746 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: 1's/2's: 1:6 3's/4's: 2:9 School Age: 2:18 3 Staff members were interviewed at the time of the investigation. 7 chil
Oct 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 10/2/2025 for Case #00146616 And…Complaint
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 10/2/2025 for case #00146616 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 1's/2's: 2:10 3's/4's: 1:13 School Age: 1:4 4 staff were interviewed at the time of the investigation. 2 children were interviewed at the time of the investigation. Documentation reviewed: Staff files and staff attendance records. Upon com
Sep 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 9/16/2025 for Case #00144923, And…Complaint
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 9/16/2025 for case #00144923, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: 1's/2's: 2:10 3's/4's: 2:12 3 staff members were interviewed at the time of the investigation. 3 enrolled children were interviewed at the time of the investigation. Others interviewed: Complainant and Director. Documentation reviewed: Staff f
Jul 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/16/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/16/2025, 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 bathrooms are maintained in a clean condition; *Ensure that a first aid kit is maintained in facility vans; *Ensure to lab
Jul 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Compliance Inspection Conducted on July 17Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the compliance inspection conducted on July 17, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Stacy Marchelli Compliance Officer #2: Aureyon Thompson A complete inspection was conducted at this time. Four fingerprint clearance cards were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within ten days of receiving this Statemen
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/21/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/21/23 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