Ladybug House Childcare
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). 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)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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 22, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 22, 2026,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on January 22, 2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Four of four fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the group home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Empower Survey link
Jul 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were Zero Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 7/23/25Midyear
There were zero deficiencies found at the time of the Mid-year Inspection conducted on 7/23/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Items discussed but not limited to: -Informatio
Feb 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/3/25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 2/3/25, 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. Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Please submit a photo of the corrected deficiency.
Sep 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were Zero Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 9/10/24Midyear
There were zero deficiencies found at the time of the mid-year inspection conducted on 9/10/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer:Amanda Valenzuela 1 of 1 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to, we’re: -Residents turning 18 need a fingerprint card prior to their 18th birthday, a completed Criminal
Mar 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on March 08, 2024, Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was found at the time of the annual Compliance Inspection conducted on March 08, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Four of four fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 05/08/24 Gas: 04/01/24 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Updated Entrance Letter and DCS Direct Service
Sep 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Mid-Year Inspection Conducted on September 28Midyear
No deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid-Year Inspection conducted on September 28, 2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not 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: 05/08/24 Ratio: 2:6 First Aid/CPR: 02/25 FPC: 3 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Changed contact email -Pos