Premier Children's 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
- 188
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jun 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on June 4, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the annual compliance inspection conducted on June 4, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Criminal History Affidavit is compl
Feb 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00109305 on February 20, 2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00109305 on February 20, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The ratios observed were: Infants: 1:5 1's: 2:12; 2:8 2's: 1:7 3's: 1:13; 1:13 4's: 1:9; 1:15 There were 4 staff interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: Site Director Complainant was contacted on 2/19/2025. There were no deficiencies found at the time of the complaint #00109305 investigation conducted on February 20, 202
Jun 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of Complaint #86203 Investigation Conducted on 6/28/2024 and Is…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #86203 investigation conducted on 6/28/2024 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 6/28/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following room ratios were observed: Infant's: 3:8 One's: 2:8 Two's: 2:13 Three's: 1:11; 1:13 Four's
Jun 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/7/24 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/7/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was emailed to provider at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Jun 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies at the Time of Complaint #00060677 Investigation Conducted on 6/30/23Complaint
There were no deficiencies at the time of Complaint #00060677 investigation conducted on 6/30/23. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 6/30/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 1:4 Ones: 2:13 Twos: 1:8 Twos/Threes: 1:8 Threes/Fours: 1:13 School-agers: 2:28 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation
Jun 27, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/27/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/27/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey was completed online at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days