Melba S. Lehner Children's School-Weber State University
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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Child Care Quality System rating of Certified Building Quality and NAEYC accreditation. Structural quality reflects Utah's licensing baseline. Utah caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:15. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Child Care Quality System Certified Building Quality Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- Daycare
- Age groups served
- Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:5 10
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (3), Medication Administration (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 2, 20254 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- The Provider Was Out of Compliance with Rule R381-100-17(1) by Not Ensuring That Nonrefrigerated Medications Were…R381-100-17(1)
The provider was out of compliance with Rule R381-100-17(1) by not ensuring that nonrefrigerated medications were locked or stored above 48 inches above the floor. In the Purple room, there was bottle of medication on a shelf in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children. This was a repeat rule no
- The Provider Was Out of Compliance with Rule R381-100-13(3) by Not Ensuring That Sharp ObjectsR381-100-13(3)
The provider was out of compliance with Rule R381-100-13(3) by not ensuring that sharp objects, edges, corners, or points that could cut or puncture skin were inaccessible to children. In the Purple room, there was a pair adult size scissors on a low counter, accessible to children. This was a repe
- The Provider Was Out of Compliance with Rule R381-100-13(4) by Not Ensuring That Choking Hazards Were Inaccessible To…R381-100-13(4)
The provider was out of compliance with rule R381-100-13(4) by not ensuring that choking hazards were inaccessible to children younger than three years old. In the Green room, where there were children younger than three years old, there were several broken crayons in a bin on a shelf, accessible t
- The Provider Was Out of Compliance with Rule R381-100-13(9)(a) by Not Ensuring That Hazardous Chemicals Were…R381-100-13(9)(a)-(d)
The provider was out of compliance with Rule R381-100-13(9)(a) by not ensuring that hazardous chemicals were inaccessible to children. In the Yellow room, there was a bottle of dish detergent on the side of the sink, accessible to children. In the Purple room, there was an unlocked cabinet under th
Oct 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Provider Was Out of Compliance with This Rule by Not Ensuring That Caregivers Provided and Maintained Active…R381-100-11(1)(a)-(f)
The provider was out of compliance with this rule by not ensuring that caregivers provided and maintained active supervision of each child including for children younger than five years old, a caregiver was physically present in the room or area with the children. In the outdoor playground area, th