L.E.S.D.#79 - Scott Libby - Early Child Education
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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 117
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Aug 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 08-25-2025, And…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 08-25-2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Insp
Sep 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on September 27, 2024, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed during the Monitoring Inspection conducted on September 27, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: **The Criminal History Affidavit and Background Checks need to be completed before the d
Aug 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Annual Compliance Inspection Was Attempted on 08/30/2024Compliance (Annual)
The Annual Compliance Inspection was attempted on 08/30/2024. This inspection could not be conducted due to the closure of the facility for Teacher Inservice Day. Compliance Officer: Dawn Rathburn
Jul 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 7/30/2024, Subject To…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 7/30/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer (CO): Celeste Angulo
Sep 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/13/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 9/13/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 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. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days