Kids Arizona
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) and NAEYC accreditation. 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)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
- 96
- 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 (7). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Mar 20, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/20/26 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 3/20/26 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 BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider.
Mar 21, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/21/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 3/21/25 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
Jun 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of Case #85777 Conducted on 6/19/2024Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of Case #85777 conducted on 6/19/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 1:2 1's/2's: 3:7 3's/4's/5's: 1:10 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, staff interview and documentation that 1 of 1 allegations for Case #85777 lacked s
Apr 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/3/2024 and Is Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 4/3/2024 and is 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: Archana Navin
Mar 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #79280 Investigation Conducted on 3/6/2024 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #79280 investigation conducted on 3/6/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer Spoke with the Complainant on 3/4/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following room ratios were observed: Infant's: 1:3 One's: 1:5 Two's: 2:9 Three's/ Four's: 2:13 F
Feb 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #78280 Investigation Conducted on 2/23/2024 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #78280 investigation conducted on 2/23/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1 spoke with the Complainant on 2/23/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following room ratios were observed: Infant's: 1:3 One's: 1:6 Two's: 2:11 Three's/Four's: 1:11
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00061315 Investigation Conducted on 7/21/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00061315 investigation conducted on 7/21/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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:1:5 Ones/Twos: 2:11 Threes: 1:12 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. One staff fil