Nurturing Minds Learning Center, LLC
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
- 82
- 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 (8). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Sep 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/22/25, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/22/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the f
May 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Modification and Follow-up to the Enforcement Meeting Monitor…Modification
The following deficiency was found at the time of the modification and follow-up to the enforcement meeting monitor inspection conducted on 05/05/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. A full inspection was not conducted. The school-aged, infant, and preschool classrooms were approved.
Mar 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00120917 on March 5, 2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation for case #00120917 on March 5, 2025. One fingerprint clearance card was verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Children : Staff Infants- 13 : 3 Ones- 11 : 2 Twos- 11 : 2 Threes- 14 : 2 Threes, Fours, and Fives-12 :
Sep 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/24/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 9/24/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 10/2/24 Fire 9/25/24 Gas 9/5/24 Sanitation 8/31/24 DES group size was observed. The empower checklist was emailed. Items discussed, but not limited to include: no walking toys in outdoor act
Apr 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Change of Capacity Inspection Conducted on April 4, 2024, And…Modification
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the change of capacity inspection conducted on April 4, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Ratios observed: Infants 2:9 1's 2:9 2's 2:11 3/4's 1:12 Classroom 1 will now be an infant room. The overall capacity will be 15 based on the number cribs. The capacity may go up to 22 if additional cribs are purchased. All the equ
Nov 29, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on November 29, 2023,…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial monitoring inspection conducted on November 29, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days.
Oct 3, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on October 3, 2023 and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on October 3, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Insurance 10/2/24 The license will be effective October 9, 2023 for one year. No deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection.
Sep 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Initial Inspection Conducted on September 28, 2023 and Are…Compliance (Initial)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the initial inspection conducted on September 28, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery 5 of 5 fingerprints were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance - Please send when secured Fire 4/13/23 Sanitation 8/31/24 Items discussed, but not limited to include: suspected or alleged child abuse and neglect, Discipline