Kidworks Academy
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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 198
- 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), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Apr 24, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00167034 Investigation on 4/24/2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00167034 investigation on 4/24/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Licensee will be notified when the Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Mandated reporting requirements; 2) Per rule, the director is required to be on-site to run the daily operation of the facility. The owner stated that the curre
Jan 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/9/2026Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/9/2026, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Tummy time rules; 2) Infant room staff required training topics; 3) License annive
Jul 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00136910 Investigation Conducted on 7/23/25 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00136910 investigation conducted on 7/23/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 7/23/25. 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: 1:4 Twos: 1:6 Threes/Fours/Fives: 2:22 Four staff members were interviewed during this inve
Jan 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/10/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/10/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation 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 not limited to: 1) Tummy time rule and related requirements; 2) Crib spacing requirements when side by si
Sep 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation Conducted on 9/27/2024 for Case…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the complaint investigation conducted on 9/27/2024 for case #00090587 and case #00090439 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officers' spoke with the Complainant on 9/27/2024. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 1-year-old children: 2
Jan 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/29/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/29/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 2 of 2 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower self-evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. The following w
Aug 31, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint #62639 InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint #62639 investigation. 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: Infants: 1:4 1-year-old children: 2:13 3-year-old children: 1:6 Preschool Age children: 1:5 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 8 staff files reviewed during this investigation.