Nurturing Minds Child Development 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
- 68
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Investigation Was to Conduct Complaint #170046 Investigation on 5/18/26Complaint
The purpose of the investigation was to conduct Complaint #170046 investigation on 5/18/26. A focused inspection was conducted. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants: 2:5 Ones: 1:6 Twos: 1:7 Threes: 1:8 Pre-K: 1:13 There were 7 staff interviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the compl
Feb 2, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint Investigation #157303Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint investigation #157303. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the facility at the beginning of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Infants: 1:2 Ones: 1:6 2’s: 1:8 3’s-5’s 1:13 Documentation observed: classroom rosters There were 5 staff interviewed during the investigation. There were 4 children interviewed during the investigation. Upon comple
Oct 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/14/25 and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 10/14/25 and are subject to change pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid via the DPS website at the time of inspection. The DES group size was evaluated at the time of inspection. Items discussed but not limited to were: rule changes, designated exits, electronic documentation, and staff qualifications
Oct 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 10/22/24, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 10/22/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was observed at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online po
Oct 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on October 30, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on October 30, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to: * EII