Little Joys 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.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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- 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 (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 27, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 27, 2026, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on January 27, 2026, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided to the facility at the time of inspection. Empower link has been sent via email.
Jul 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on July 24Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the mid-year inspection conducted on July 24, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection.
Jan 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 30, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on January 30, 2025, 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:
Aug 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on August 21Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the mid-year inspection conducted on August 21, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Liability Insurance: expires 03/24/2025 Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Ryan Mapes
Feb 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on February 15, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on February 15, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Compliance Officer 2: Brenda Alubowicz A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete and return a Written Documentation of Corrections within
Aug 10, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on August 10Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Mid-year inspection conducted on August 10, 2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection.