Northwest Valley Ymca
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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 265
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 5/16/25Modification
There were no deficiencies at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 5/16/25. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted.
May 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/1/25 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/1/25 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Nov 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00093149 Investigation Conducted on 11/25/24 And…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00093149 investigation conducted on 11/25/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 11/25/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin A plan of corrections will not be accepted. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: School-agers: 2:19 1/2’s: 3:12
Oct 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00091830 Investigation Conducted on 10/23/24 and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00091830 investigation conducted on 10/23/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 10/23/24. An email message was sent to the Complainant on 10/23/24. 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 ratio were observed: S
May 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/1/24, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 5/1/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Jennifer Forschino A full inspection was conducted at this time. 7 of 7 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. T
Jun 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Investigation Was to Conduct Complaint #0005965 Investigation on 6/5/23Complaint
The purpose of the investigation was to conduct complaint #0005965 investigation on 6/5/23. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Compliance Officer #1: Jennifer Forschino Compliance Officer #2: Stacy Marchelli Ratios observed were: Preschool: 1:2 School-age: 2:12 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. There was 1 staff file reviewed during this investigation. There were no deficiencies found. This is subject to change pending programmatic re