Little Big Minds, Heatherbrook
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
- 120
- 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 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5). None of the 5 findings were critical.
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Jan 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/9/2026 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/9/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 8 of 8 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via the DPS website search.
Jan 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/15/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/15/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Director designee at the time of the inspection. Due to Enforcement, the Licensee will be notified when the Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal.
Jul 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Was Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 7/10/2024Modification
The following was observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 7/10/2024, and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full on-site inspection was not conducted at this time. The following was discussed: 1. Diaper tables must be adjacent or next to the diaper sink. 2. Child abuse and reporting requirements. 3. The soiled diaper container. 4. Mat spacing during naptime and supervision of children (lighting and blankets). 5. Wooden stools in the toilet
Mar 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 3/21/2024, And…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection conducted on 3/21/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Medication forms *Supervision in hallways Compliance Officer
Jan 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Inspection Conducted on 1/19/2024 and Are Subject…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 1/19/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 6 of 6 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The following items were discussed and not limited to: 1. Staff attendance records 2. Monthly fire drills 3. Notification of pesticides 4. Children Record cards 5. Chil