Little Sunbeams Preschool
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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 40
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jul 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on July 17, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on July 17, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 3 of the 3 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving the Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Emergency Cards are completed wit
Aug 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on August 15Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed during the monitoring inspection conducted on August 15, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Celeste Angulo Compliance Officer #2: Elizabeth Enriquez 3 of the 3 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. A link to th
Jul 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Attempted Compliance Inspection Was Not Conducted on July 29th, 2024 Due to the Temporary Closure of the FacilityCompliance (Annual)
The attempted Compliance inspection was not conducted on July 29th, 2024 due to the temporary closure of the facility. It was confirmed personally with the Center Director on July 29th, 2024 that the facility was temporarily closed and will re-open on August 2, 2024. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo
May 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #84781 on May 29, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #84781 on May 29, 2024. There were no deficiencies observed. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Stacy Marchelli Compliance Officer #2: Tara Farrell The ratios observed were: 2-3's: 1:3 3's: 1:5 4-5's 1:8 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The documentation observed was the children's attendance records. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it w
Aug 4, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/4/2023 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 8/4/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the portal within 10 business days. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of inspection. The DES Group size checklist was completed at the time of inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members whose files were reviewed were verifi