Marmion Child Care
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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- 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 (6) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Jan 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Mid-Year Inspection Conducted on January 06Midyear
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Mid-Year Inspection conducted on January 06, 2026, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Five of five fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Items discussed, but not limited to: -Updated DES/DCS Background Check process -Update hours with DCS, in parent handbook & postings -Contact Compliance Officer
Jul 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on July 14, 2025,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on July 14, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 5 of 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evalua
Jan 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Midyear Compliance Inspection Conducted on January 07, 2025,…Midyear
The following deficiency was found at the time of the Midyear Compliance Inspection conducted on January 07, 2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Five of five fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 07/25/25 1st Aid/CPR: 08/26 Ratio: 2:3 Items discussed, but not limited to: -Three fingerprint cards
Jul 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on July 18, 2024,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on July 18, 2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Six of six fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Inspection Item Expiration Dates: Insurance: 07/25/24 (Please send a new Insurance Document upon receipt) Gas: 04/01/25 Vehicle Insurance: 05/13/25 Items
Jan 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Mid-year and Monitor Inspections Conducted on 1/19/24, and Are…Midyear Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the mid-year and monitor inspections conducted on 1/19/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery 6 of 6 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of r
Oct 25, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00065289 on 10/25/23 and 11/8/23Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00065289 on 10/25/23 and 11/8/23. The investigation was open from 10/25/23-11/20/23. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery Ratios observed were: Group Home was closed on 10/25/23 2:9 (11/8/23) There were 4 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 3 children interviewed during this inves
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/21/23, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/21/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was completed at the time of