Pima Country Day School
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) and NAC accreditation. 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)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
- 99
- 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 9 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (7), Curriculum & Developmental Programming (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Oct 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on October 23, 2025,…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on October 23, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. The Empower Self
Jun 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 6/25/2025Monitoring
There were no deficiencies found at the time of the Monitoring Inspection conducted on 6/25/2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The following items were discussed but not limited to: 1. DCS reporting procedures 2. Lesson plan implementation 3. Update classroom rosters when children arrive/leave 4. Sand debris on diaper changing table
May 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00131897 on May 30, 2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00131897 on May 30, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: *3:9 Infants *1:4 Toddlers *2:7 One/Twos *1:10 Threes *1:15 Four/Older -There were eight staff members interviewed onsite during the complaint investigation. -The Complainant was interviewed via phone. -A representative from the Pima County Health Department was interviewed via phone. Documentation ob
Feb 26, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Self-Reported Complaint Investigation for Case #116596 February 26 -28,…Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Self-Reported Complaint Investigation for Case #116596 February 26 -28, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: *2:6 Infants *1:6 Toddlers *1:8 Twos *1:8 Threes *1:9 Four/Fives *2:21 School Age There were two staff members interviewed onsite, and one staff member interviewed via phone, during the complaint investigation. Documentation observed included three staff files, two Emergenc
Oct 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on October 28, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on October 28, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Christine Fiore 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 4/3/25 Auto Insurance 4/30/25 Fire 8/2/25 Gas - expired - send current copy upon receipt Sanitation 11/30/24 DES group size was observed The empowe
Aug 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection (Follow-up to Enforcement Meeting)…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection (follow-up to enforcement meeting) conducted on August 19, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Note: a full inspection was not conducted. Complete and submit a Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Compliance Officer 1: Christine Fiore Compliance Officer 2: Brenda Alubowicz
May 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00083785 on 5/7/2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for Case #00083785 on 5/7/2024. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Senior Compliance Officer 1- Cara Leyme, MC Senior Compliance Officer 2- Brenda Alubowicz Ratios observed were: Infants- 2:7 1 year old- 2:10 2/3 year old- 2:15 4/5 year old- 1:13 There were 9 staff interviewed during the investigation. There were 10 children interviewed during the investigation. The complainant was inter
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: * Fie
Aug 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00062623 on August 21, 2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #00062623 on August 21, 2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Ratios observed were: in compliance at time of the investigation. There were four staff members interviewed during this investigation. There was one staff file reviewed There was one child’s emergency card reviewed. Documentation observed was: staff written statements, rosters, video of incident. Upon completion of the