Kidzco Early Learning Center/Stone
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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- 59
- 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 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
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Apr 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/21/26 and Is Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/21/26 and is 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. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-Evaluation Assessment link to the Provider. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 s
Apr 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/28/25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 4/28/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was observed at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the
Dec 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #93870 on 12/9/24Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #93870 on 12/9/24. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Ryan Mapes Ratios observed were: Infants-2:7 Ones/Twos-2:7 Twos/Threes-2:9 Fours/Fives-1:11 There were 5 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: staff statements Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined
Jul 31, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #87941 on 7/31/24Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #87941 on 7/31/24. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Cara Delessio Ratios observed were: Infants: 8 to 2 Ones and Twos: 7 to 2 Twos and Threes: 11 to 2 Fours and Fives: 13 to 1 There were 3 staff members interviewed during this investigation. The complainant was contacted but could not be reached. Upon completion of the c
May 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 07, 2024,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the annual Compliance Inspection conducted on May 07, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 03/17/25 Fire: 11/28/24 Sanitation: 06/30/24 Van: 10/04/24 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Mainta
Feb 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00078296 on February 22, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00078296 on February 22, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer 1: Ryan Mapes Compliance Officer 2: Amanda Valenzuela Ratios observed were: *1:5 Infants *2:7 Ones *2:9 Twos/Threes *1:11 Fours There was one fingerprint clearance card verified on the DPS website during the investigation. There were five staff members interviewed onsite, and one staff member intervi