Leading Edge Preschool Gilbert
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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 59
- 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 8 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (7) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Dec 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 12/30/2025 and Is Subject…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 12/30/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following were discussed but not limited to: *Materials for 1-year-old children (including art supplies) *Ensure the floor plans for the room is updated to show the squar
Sep 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/17/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/17/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The DES Group-Sized contract form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact
Jul 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of this inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A full inspection was not conducted. There were no deficiencies observed at the time of complaint # 00135505 investigation conducted on 7/7/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The ratios were: 2- and 3-year-old children: 1:3 4-year-old children: 1:6 5-year-old and school-age children: 2:15 There were 2 staff members and 2 children interviewed during the inspection. The Complian
Apr 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Is to InvestigateComplaint
The purpose of this inspection is to investigate. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the complaint #00126453 inspection conducted on 4/15/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Ratios observed were: 2-year-old children: 1:6 3-year-old children: 1:13 4- & 5-year-old children: 1:5 There were 3 staf
Feb 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint InvestigationComplaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. The following deficiencies were observed at the time of complaint # 0009606 investigation conducted on 2/11/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The ratios observed at the time of the inspe
Dec 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 12/10/2024 And…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on 12/10/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but not limited to: Storage of cleaning tools, bathroom maintenance, and hallway door, area used for napping, supervision and ratios, latches on gates, shade material edges, teen room postings, and uncovered foo
Nov 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 11/26/2024 but Is Subject…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 11/26/2024 but is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed: *Please submit a photo of the sealed edges. *Please submit a photo of the soiled clothing container. The Compliance Officer is Patti Longman.
Oct 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/15/24 and Are…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Compliance Inspection conducted on 10/15/24 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. The fingerprint clearance cards for 9 of 9 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but ar