Little Swans Preschool Inc
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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- 80
- 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 8 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Feb 20, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/20/26Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/20/26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is requested to be submitted in the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Tummy time rules; 2) Anniversary fee due in May 2026; 3) Personal products labeled with the child’s fir
Nov 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct the Investigation for Complaint #150690 on 11/18/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct the investigation for complaint #150690 on 11/18/25. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: 1:3 Infants 2:12 One year olds 1:7 Two year olds 3:13 Three-four year olds (Cited). There were 3 staff and 5 children interviewed
Mar 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #000121588 Investigation on 3/6/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #000121588 investigation on 3/6/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:8; One year olds 1:6; Two year olds 1:8; Three year olds: 1:13; and Four-five year olds: 1:15. There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. There w
Feb 26, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 02.26.25 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 02.26.25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards of 4 of 4 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS
Apr 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation #00083259 on 04/30/2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #00083259 on 04/30/2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 2:7 1's & 2's 2:14 3's and up 2:23 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon completion of Complaint inves
Mar 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/27/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 3/27/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A plan of correction is not being accepted at this time. 8 of 8 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower self-evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. A white 2015 Chev. Express wa
Mar 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation 81287 on 3.18.2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 81287 on 3.18.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 1:6*** 1's & 2's 1:8 3's and up 2:20; 1:22 *** There were 2 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 3 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon completion of Compla
Feb 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation 78267 on 2.23.2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 78267 on 2.23.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 1:2 1's & 2's 2:11 3's and up 2:12 There were 6 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 4 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant was unable to be reached via emai