Little Sprout Daycare
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.3 / 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.2 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Nevada Silver State Stars rating of 1 Star. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Nevada's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Nevada caps infant ratios at 1:6, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:13. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 24 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Nevada Silver State Stars 1 Star (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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:6 12 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:13 26
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
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Apr 3, 20261 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of an Annual Inspection Conducted at Your Facility on 4.3.26Annual
This statement of deficiencies was generated as a result of an annual inspection conducted at your facility on 4.3.26. The facility is licensed for 12 as a group child care center. The census at the time of inspection were 7 children. 10 child files and 2 staff files were reviewed.? Please send your surveyor the remaining training hours by 5.31.26: Maria 12 hours with two in child wellness, Narinder 24 hours with two in child wellness. Please ensure you complete your renewal application prior to 5.1.26 to avoid a late fee. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be retu
May 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Thisstatement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of an Annual Inspectionconducted at Your Facility on 5.6.25 The…Annual
Thisstatement of deficiencies was generated as a result of an annual inspectionconducted at your facility on 5.6.25 The facility is licensed for 12 as a group care center. The census at the time of inspection was 6 children. 6 child files and 2 staff files were reviewed.? There wereno regulatory deficiencies noted at the time of inspection. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
Oct 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of a Semi- Annual Inspection on 10/18/24Bi-annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of a semi- annual inspection on 10/18/24. The facility is licensed for 12 children as a Group Care facility. The census at the time of the survey was 4. 0 children’s files were reviewed and 0 employee files were reviewed. There were no regulatory deficiencies noted at the time of inspection. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
Apr 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of an Annual Inspection on 4/10/24Annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of an annual inspection on 4/10/24. The facility is licensed for 12 children as a Group Care facility. The census at the time of the survey was 12. 10 children’s files were reviewed and 2 employee files were reviewed. There were no regulatory deficiencies noted at the time ofinspection. Reminders and Recommendations: -Fire drill due this month -Child #10 needs an assessment by 6/18/24 The following need to be completed to renew your annual license: -All application documents and requirements completed If deficiencies are cited, an appro
Oct 16, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of a Semi-annual Inspection on10/16/23Bi-annual
of Deficiencies was generated as a result of a semi-annual inspection on10/16/23. The facility is licensed for 12 children as a group care. The census at the time of survey was 8 children. 10 children’s files and 2 staff files If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: MARIA ARREOLA Title: Owner Date: 11/01/2023 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Division of Public a Based on observation on 10/16/23 the facility failed to ensure license was posted in a public place. Post the license and submit a picture. 3646 B. WING _______________________ 10/16/2023 LITTLE SPROUT DAYCARE 3 Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to maintain a daily sign in sheet which included children and staff. Ensure sign in sheet is maintained. NAC 2. The director shall: NAC I will ensure that staff files are maintained 11/01/202 304.2 (a) Provide a program for child care for the 304.2 as necessary. I have organized each staff 3 facility which meets the requirements of this member's file and maintain it to include the chapter. following: (b) Be physically present in the facility for a -Consent and Release sufficient amount of time to ensure -Eligibility Memo -Orientation compliance with the provisions of this -Nevada Registry certificates chapter and chapter 432A of NRS. (c) Provide space for an office, the storage I will provide verification of file of recor... Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to ensure staff files were maintained as necessary. Organize each staff member's file and maintain it to include the following: -Consent and Release -Eligibility Memo -Orientation -Nevada Registry certificate -TB Test -CPR/First Aid -Signs of Illness -Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect -SIDS -Shaken Baby Syndrome -3 hours of Child Development of Positive Guidance -Building and Physical Premises -Emergency Preparedness -2 hours a Child Wellness -Annual Training hour for current licensing year. NAC 1. Except as otherwise prov Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to ensure that each employee was given an orientation within 2 weeks after commencing employments. Submit completed orientation for staff #2. NRS 230 NRS 230 I will bring a copy of the updated 11/01/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to immunization records of each child to the 3 admission to child care facility; conditional childcare office. admission; report to Health Division. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 432A.235 for accommodation facilities: 1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3 and unless exc Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the below listed children did not have a current immunization record or approved exemption on file. Review children's immunizations to ensure they are up to date based on their age. Submit up to date record for the below listed children: -Child #1 -Child #6 -Child #8 Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to ensure curriculum was prepared and available. Submit completed curriculum for the current week. 3646 B. WING _______________________ 10/16/2023 Based on record review and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to prepare a daily report for infants and toddlers. Ensure diaper changes and checks are documented and shown to be conducted every 2 hours. Submit a plan to document diaper changes/checks. 3646 B. WING _______________________ 10/16/2023 LITTLE SPROUT DAYCARE 3135 FLORENTINE DRIVE, CARSON CITY, NEVADA ,89701 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 11/01/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to To rectify the observed deficiency, we will 3 provide physical care, supervision and address our supervision practices. individual attention to each child and allow Specifically, staff members will be physically time for interaction between the staff and present in the same room as the children the chil... Based on observation and interview on 10/16/23 the facility failed to ensure staff were present to ensure sufficient supervision of the children. Child was observed to be left alone waiting to be guided through an art activity. Children were left in play room without supervision.
Aug 10, 20231 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of an Ad-hoc Inspection on 8/10/23Ad-hoc
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of an ad-hoc inspection on 8/10/23. The facility is licensed for 12 children as a group care. The census at the time of survey was 6 children. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on observation and interview on 08/10/23, thefacility failed to properly use allotted square footage of indoor space foreach child. At least 35 square feet of indoor space for each child,exclusive of bathrooms, halls, kitchen, stairs, storage spaces, multipurposerooms and gymnasiums is to be used for the infant room. Living, currentlynot being used, must be set up for use as space is included in the facility'slicensed capacity. Submit picture of room ready for use Division of Public and Behaviora Based on observation and interview on 8/10/23 the facility failed to follow the standards for fire safety which are established by the State Fire Marshal. Facility space is restricted by state fire: children under 3 years of age may not be in the back bedrooms. Upon surveyor observation children 18 months to 4 years were in the back bedrooms. Submit a plan to ensure children use the space as required by state fire. Based on observation and interview on 8/10/23 the facility failed to ensure children were engaged as required. Child was made to lay on their nap mat for an excessive amount of time (1 and a half hours), while waiting for nap time to end. Ensure children are given an activity if they are not able to sleep.