Lil' Paws Learning Center
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 NAEYC accreditation. 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
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- 111
- 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 (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Complaint Inspection #00155504 Conducted on 01.21.26, and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed during the Complaint Inspection #00155504 conducted on 01.21.26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following was discussed, but is not limited to: *Ensure children are maintained in licensed areas at all times. *Ensure exits are maintained unobstructed. *Ensure staff support children's behavior using a positive model. Ratios observed were: Infant 1: 2:7 Infant 2: 2
Oct 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 10.14.25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 10.14.25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Bill of Rights to the facility director at the time of the inspection. A link to the Empower Self-Evaluation was sent to the facility director. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. Six of six
Jun 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 6/10/2025 and Is Subject To…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 6/10/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted.
Oct 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/23/2024 and Is Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 10/23/2024 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The link to the Empower survey was send to the facility director at the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin The following was discussed at the time of the inspection: *Ensure both epi-pens are stored together in the classroom or
Nov 1, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 11/1/2023 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 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. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2
Sep 29, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of the Room Modification Inspection Conducted on 9/29/2023, Subject to Change…Modification
There were no deficiencies at the time of the room modification inspection conducted on 9/29/2023, subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer: Archana Navin