Passion Preschool Educational Childcare
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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 70
- 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 (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
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Jan 30, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 1/30/26 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 1/30/26 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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 liability insurance.
Feb 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Compliance Inspection Was Conducted on 2/3/2025Compliance (Annual)
A Compliance inspection was conducted on 2/3/2025. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The DES group size was observed to be compliant. The Empower survey link was sent via email. Insurance Fire- 2/21/2024 Sanitation- 1/31/2025 Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the online portal wit
Nov 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Monitoring Inspection for the Enforcement Action Was Conducted 11/27/2024Monitoring
A Monitoring inspection for the Enforcement action was conducted 11/27/2024. No deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC Ratios observed: 2 years and older- 2:3
Sep 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #89738 on 9/9/2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #89738 on 9/9/2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Senior Compliance Officer - Cara Leyme, MC Ratios observed: 2 year old and older- 3:20 during inspection 2 year old and older- 9/5/24 2:19 4 staff members were interviewed. The Complainant was interviewed. 6 Staff files were reviewed. 1 children's file was reviewed. Documentation observed was: Video documentation Incident rep
Feb 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Complaint for Case #00078508 and Compliance Inspection Were Conducted on 2/16/2024Complaint Compliance (Annual)
A Complaint for Case #00078508 and Compliance inspection were conducted on 2/16/2024. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the AZ DPS website during the inspection. Fire inspection- 2/28/2023 Insurance expires 6/1/2024 Ratios observed: 3 year old-2:6 4 year old- 3:14 There was 2 staff interviewed. There were 2 st
Dec 29, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00067200 on 12/29/2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00067200 on 12/29/2023. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC Ratios observed: 3 year old- 2:3 There was 1 staff interviewed. There were 2 staff files reviewed. Documentation observed: Attendance rosters Incident report Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observation, interviews, and documentation that 3 of 3 allegation