Munchkins' Place Learning Center
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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- 59
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (7), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Feb 23, 20262 Findings2 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 2/23/2026Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 2/23/2026, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was given to the Provider to email to the Compliance Officer. BCCL staff emailed the Empower Self-E
- There Were No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 2/23/2026 and Are…Modification
There were no deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification Inspection conducted on 2/23/2026 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The new vehicle was approved for transportation. The following items were discussed, but not limited to: *Adding an adult sized chair *Crib spacing when cribs are occupied *Tummy time *Infant feeding instructions *Diaper changing area
Jul 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 7/8/2025, Subject To…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 7/8/2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted.
Mar 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 03/03/2025 Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 03/03/2025 subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Written Documentation of Corrections will not be accepted at this time. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were valid via a DPS website search. The following was discussed but not limited to: **Criminal history affidavit completed fully before a staff member's starting date of employment **Emergency Information and Immunization
Nov 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Complaint Investigation (Case# 93002) Conducted on 11/20/2024,…Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Complaint investigation (Case# 93002) conducted on 11/20/2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. The investigation was completed on 11/20/2024. Compliance Officer (CO) #1: Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer (CO) #2: Chloe-James Rossi A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: Infants - 1:3 1's/2's - 1:6 3's/4's - 2:13 3 staff and 4 children were interviewed. Documentation rev
Sep 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #89998 Investigation Conducted on 09/12/2024 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of complaint #89998 investigation conducted on 09/12/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full investigation was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1 is Pat Morgan-Martinez Compliance Officer #2 is Stephanie Jake A plan of corrections will not be accepted at this time due to current enforcement status. The ratios observed were: Infants: 1:3 1's/2's - 1:6 3's/4's - 2:16; 1:17 There were
Aug 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00089227 Investigation Conducted on 8/27/24 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00089227 investigation conducted on 8/27/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 8/27/24. An email was sent to the Complainant on 8/27/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin The Written Document of Corrections is not requested at this time. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The foll
Mar 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/6/2024Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 3/6/2024. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was emailed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation survey was emailed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for
Nov 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint Case # 00061545 on 11/9/2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint case # 00061545 on 11/9/2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: David Ramos Compliance Officer #2: Jennifer Flicker The ratios observed were: Infants: 1:4 1's-2’s: 1:8 3’s-4’s: 1:14 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: complainant by phone on 11/3/2023. Documentation observed were: incident reports and daily rosters. Upon completio