Nana's Place Academy
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
- 150
- 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 (7). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Jul 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of Complaint #135828 Investigation Conducted on 7/9/2025, and Is…Complaint
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of Complaint #135828 investigation conducted on 7/9/2025, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer contacted the Complainant via email on 7/9/2025. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: Infant's: 1:3 One's: 1:6 Two's: 2:11 Three's/ Four's: 1:13 School-age: 2:24 Five staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was
Jan 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Investigation Was to Conduct Complaints #95248 and #95249 Investigations on 01/08/2025Complaint
The purpose of the investigation was to conduct complaints #95248 and #95249 investigations on 01/08/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Monika Jones Compliance Officer #2: Stephanie Jake Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:6 1-yr-old Children: 2:11 2-yr-old Children: 1:8 3-yr-old Children: 1:9 4/5-yr-old Children: 1:10 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation observed included: incident reports, illness
Jan 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/7/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/7/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days The following item is due within 10 days of receiving this document: A copy of the current violation free fire in
Oct 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation on 10/29/24Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation on 10/29/24. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:6 1-year-old children: 2:13 2-year-old children: 1:7 3-year-old children: 1:12 4-year-old children: 1:9 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officers contact
Aug 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #87879 on August 1, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #87879 on August 1, 2024. A complete inspection was not conducted. Compliance Officer #1: Stacy Marchelli Compliance Officer #2: Tara Farrell The ratios observed were: Infants 1:7 1's 1:6 2A 2:10 3/4's 1:13 School-age 1:13 Two staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Officer emailed the complainant for complaint 67093 on 7/31/24; no contact was made. Upon co
Jan 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/9/24 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/9/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Sep 18, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00063453 Investigation Conducted on 9/18/23 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00063453 investigation conducted on 9/18/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 9/18/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:6 Ones/Twos: 2:15 Threes/Fours: 1:13 Four staf