L.E.S.D. #65 Lakin Prep Academy Preschool
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/27/2025, Subject to Change…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 8/27/2025, subject to change pending programmatic review. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Emergency Information and Immunization Record cards are completed with all required information *Water is available to children in the playground
Oct 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on October 28, 2024, And…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed during the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on October 28, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Celeste Angulo Compliance Officer #2: Stephanie Jake Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed but are not limited to: **Screen time needs t
Sep 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Initial Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/4/24, Subject To…Compliance (Initial)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Initial Compliance inspection conducted on 9/4/24, subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. Compliance Officer Supervisor: Peggy Kraus Five fingerprint clearance cards (of five staff members) were verified as valid through the DPS website. The following was discussed but not limited to: *Posted licensed capacity; *Posted fire evacuation route at each designated exit. *Snack menu requiremen