Kara's Daycare
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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Not Available
- 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 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Mar 11, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on March 11, 2026, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on March 11, 2026, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were four personnel files reviewed. All four of the fingerprint clearance card were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection R
Jan 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00153619 on January 21, 2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00153619 on January 21, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: five children with 2 staff There were two staff members interviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation that the allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. There were no deficienci
Sep 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on September 16, 2025, and Are…Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the mid-year inspection conducted on September 16, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. There were four fingerprint clearance cards verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to: * New DCS procedure
Mar 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on March 12, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on March 12, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Three of three fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Complete and submit the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: * Evacuation plan - posted at eac
Oct 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on October 22Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the mid-year inspection conducted on October 22, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. There were three fingerprint clearance cards verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Liability Insurance: expires 05/09/2025 Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Ryan Mapes
Mar 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on March 20,2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on March 20,2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Compliance Officer 2: Christine Fiore A full inspection was conducted at this time. Three of three fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete and return a Written Documentation of Corrections via the
Oct 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/23/2023, Subject to Changes…Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 10/23/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Compliance Officer 2: Christine Fiore A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer 2 viewed the facility's Certificate of Liability Insurance and notated