Montessori Room Annex
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
- Licensed capacity
- 59
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 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 (5), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Aug 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/5/25 and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 8/5/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1) Submitting the current City of Phoenix Fire permit, when obtained, since the current one expires 8.12.25; 2) New rules that are effective
Jul 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00136747 Investigation Conducted on 7/18/25 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00136747 investigation conducted on 7/18/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 7/18/25. An email message was sent to the Complainant on 7/18/25. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5 Ones: 2:6 Twos: 2:7 Twos: 1:9 Five staff member
Aug 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/7/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/7/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker Name of Compliance Officer Supervisor: Andrea Rach The Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed, but not limited to: 1 The License anniversar
May 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint Investigation 85119 and a Monitoring Inspection on 5.30.2024Complaint Monitoring
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct Complaint investigation 85119 and a Monitoring inspection on 5.30.2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A Plan of Corrections is not being accepted at this time. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 1:3 1's - 5's 1:10 There were 4 staff files reviewed during this investigation. 4 of 4 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Others interviewed: The complainant. Upon complet
Jan 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation 68099 on 1.29.2024Complaint Monitoring
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 68099 on 1.29.2024. A monitoring inspection was also conducted. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Ratios observed were as follows: Infants 1:3; 2:10 1's & 2's 2:8 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were no staff files reviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The complainant
Nov 7, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation 65748 on 11.7.2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation 65748 on 11.7.2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. Please submit the following: 1. Receipt for the plumber that per staff, was coming on 11.8.2023. 2. The manufacturer's letter for the approval of the plexiglass on the crib ends. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1. Brooms and swiffers must be inaccessi
Aug 15, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/15/2023 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/15/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A plan of correction is not being accepted at this time. The following documentation was requested prior to the facility opening the next day: 1. Documentation that the fire panel is in an operable condition, and 2. Pictures of the holes in the ceiling to ensure they are covered prior to children returning to the facility.