Kiddie Kare #3
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 112
- 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 (5) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Apr 17, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Investigation Was to Conduct a Complaint #00164030 Investigation on 04/16/2026Complaint
The purpose of the investigation was to conduct a complaint #00164030 investigation on 04/16/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:6 1-yr-old Children: 2:8 2-yr-old Children: 2:11 3's/4's-yr-old Children: 2:18 The Notice of Inspection rights were provided to the Licensee at the time of the inspection. There were 3 staff members and the site director were interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: Incide
Jan 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00154602 on January 14, 2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00154602 on January 14, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The ratios observed were: Infants: 1: 5 1's: 1:6 2's 1:7 3's: 2:19 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were no deficiencies found during the investigation of complaint #00154602, conducted on January 14, 2026. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation and interview that 1 of
Sep 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00143411 on September 5, 2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00143411 on September 5, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The ratios observed were: Infants: 2:7 1's: 2:12 2's: 2:12 3's: 2:14 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. A phone call was made to the complainant on 9/5/25. There were no deficiencies found at the time of the complaint #00143411 investigation conducted on September 5, 2025. Upon completion of the complaint investigat
Jun 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on June 18, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on June 18, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 6 of the 6 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving the Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the Facility Director The following items were discussed
Jun 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on June 27, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on June 27, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo 4 of the 4 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving the Statement of Deficiencies. A link to the Empower Survey was emailed to the facil
Feb 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #68432 and Complaint #68681 Investigation Conducted…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #68432 and Complaint #68681 investigation conducted on 2/9/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 contacted the Complainant for Complaint #68432 via phone and email on 2/9/2024, the Complainant responded via email on 2/9/2024. Compliance Officer #1 attempted to contacted the Complainant for Complaint #68681 via phone and email. Compliance Officer #1 spoke with the Complainant on 2/1
Jul 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/5/2023 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 7/5/2023 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. 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. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Office #