Pikes Peak Academy Dba Meadow Oaks 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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality First rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- 179
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Apr 27, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Investigation Was to Conduct a Complaint (#00167317) Investigation on 04-27-2026 A Full…Complaint
The purpose of the investigation was to conduct a complaint (#00167317) investigation on 04-27-2026 A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A focus inspection was conducted There were no deficiencies found and subject to change pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided a copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the time of the inspection. The ratios observed were: *1's Room- 1:3 *3's Room- 1:9 There were 3 staff members interviewed during the inve
Aug 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/08/2025, And…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/08/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic reivew. Please submit the Plan of Corrections through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Three of three Fingerprint Clearance Cards were verified as valid via the DPS website. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Drinking water availability for enrolled children *Annua
Aug 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/19/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/19/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer #1: Chloe-James Rossi Name of Compliance Officer #2: Stacy Marchelli The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. There were 4 staff files reviewed. 4 of the 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified
Nov 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 11/13/23, and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 11/13/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Jennifer Forschino Compliance Officer Supervisor: Andrea Rach A full inspection was not conducted at this time. 1 of 1 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection.
Aug 22, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/22/23, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 8/22/23, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Jennifer Forschino A full inspection was conducted at this time. 3 of 3 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.