Maricopa Head Start
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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- 20
- 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 (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Apr 28, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Annual Inspection Conducted on 04-28-2026Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Annual Inspection conducted on 04-28-2026, and are subject to change pending programmatic review. 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 Inspection Rights was provided during the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed during the inspection. The DES group size checklist was compliant at the time of the inspection
May 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Annual Inspection Conducted on 05.15.25Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the annual inspection conducted on 05.15.25, subject to change pending programmatic review. Four fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified as valid through the DPS website. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Ensure fish tank water is free from debris. *Ensure mops are not stored in the bathroom. *Submit application for bathroom usage change.
Aug 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 08/20/2024 Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 08/20/2024 subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Pat Morgan-Martinez Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the Licensing portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was provided at the time of inspection. Please complete with
Sep 20, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 9/20/2023 and Are Subject…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Monitoring inspection conducted on 9/20/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: David Ramos Compliance Officer #2: Tricia Tartaglio The Compliance Officer reviewed 3 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of the 3 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Empower survey was completed at the time of the inspection. T
Aug 25, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Compliance Inspection on 8/25/2023 Could Not Be Conducted at This Time Due to the Facility Being Closed on FridaysCompliance (Annual)
The Compliance inspection on 8/25/2023 could not be conducted at this time due to the facility being closed on Fridays. A follow-up inspection will be conducted at a later time. Compliance Officer #1: David Ramos Compliance Officer #2: Tricia Tartaglio