M.P.A. - Chandler
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
- 256
- 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 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
Jun 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation 133564 on 6.23.2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 133564 on 6.23.2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Designee at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were as follows: 1's 1:6 1-2s 1:8 3's 1:7 4
May 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 16, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on May 16, 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 this Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Copy of front and back of Finger
May 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on May 21, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on May 21, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer #2: Celeste Angulo 6 of the 6 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
Nov 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 11/09/2023, Subject To…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 11/09/2023, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer (CO): Pat Morgan-Martinez A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following items were discussed but not limited to: **Diaper changing requirements - posting of diaper changing procedures
Sep 19, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00063743 Investigation Conducted on 9/19/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00063743 investigation conducted on 9/19/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 9/19/23. A email message sent to the Complainant on 9/19/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The follo