Little Friends 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.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.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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 159
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 26, 2026…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on January 26, 2026 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. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete t
Apr 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00125208 on 04/17/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00125208 on 04/17/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants - 1:2 Ones - 1:6 Twos - 1:8 Threes - 1:11 Fours - 1:12 There were two staff members interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: *Parent handbook (disenrollment policy). *Child 1 Emergency card. *DES disenrollment paperwork for Child 1. *Communication notes sent to parent
Feb 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/5/25, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 2/5/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Christine Fiore 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was observed at the time of the inspection. Please complete
Nov 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 92469 on November 6, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case # 92469 on November 6, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery Ratios observed were: School Age 1:31 - out of ratio 3/4's 1:14 -out of ratio 3's 1:13 2's 2:13 1's 3:10 Infants 2:10 1 of 1 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. There were 3 staff interviewed at the time of
Mar 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00078621 on March 25, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00078621 on March 25, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were in compliance at the time of the inspection. There were four staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were six children interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed was: sign-in/out logs, rosters, procare notes, action plan. Upon completion of the complaint investigati
Feb 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on February 12, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on February 12, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: