Magical Star 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 88
- 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 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (7). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Jan 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/21/2026 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 1/21/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search.
Jan 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00096350 Investigation Conducted on 1/30/25 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00096350 investigation conducted on 1/30/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The complaint was self-reported by the provider. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Plan of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5 Twos: 2:13 Threes: 1:13 Fours: 1:15 Three staff m
Jan 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/22/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights to the provider at the time of inspection. The Empower Self Assessment was emailed to the provider. The Emergency Disaster Contact For
May 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of Complaint #00084319 Investigation Conducted on 5/16/24Complaint
There were no deficiencies at the time of Complaint #00084319 investigation conducted on 5/16/24. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 5/16/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5 Ones: 1:5 Twos: 2:15 Threes/Fours: 2:15 Fours/Fives: 2:8 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Two staff
Mar 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of Complaint #00078552 Investigation Conducted on 3/1/24 and Is…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #00078552 investigation conducted on 3/1/24 and is subject to change pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 3/1/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:6 Ones: 1:3 Twos
Jan 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/29/24 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/29/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was sent to the provider at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Nov 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00066008 Investigation Conducted on 11/21/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00066008 investigation conducted on 11/21/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 11/21/23 Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:5 Ones/Two