Ross Farnsworth East Valley Y M C A
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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 120
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Mar 12, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/12/26Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 3/12/26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Plan of Corrections is requested to be submitted in the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Submitting a modification request for the special needs diapering that was discussed and inspected during this inspection; and 2) Staff #2- Criminal history affidavit form, since the staff flo
Oct 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Modification Inspection Conducted on 10/22/2025Change of Service
The following deficiencies were observed at the Modification Inspection conducted on 10/22/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Licensee requested to add diapering to a classroom. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed, but not limited to: Ensuring the storage
Aug 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00142430 Investigation on 8/28/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00142430 investigation on 8/28/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Two-Three year olds: 1:4 School age: 1:5. There were 3 staff interviewed during this
May 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00127282 Investigation on 05/23/2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00127282 investigation on 05/23/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. No deficiencies were found and is subject to change, pending programmatic review. Ratios observed were: Three-Four year olds: 1:4 and 1:8. There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The fingerprint clearance cards for the 2 staff were verified to be valid throu
Apr 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct the Complaint #00126140 Investigation on 4/11/2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct the complaint #00126140 investigation on 4/11/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Ratios observed were: Two year olds 1:3; Three year olds: 1:10; and Four-five year olds: 2:9. There were 5 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed d
Mar 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 3/12/2025 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 3/12/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 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 5 staff files reviewed. 5 of the 5 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Empower Assessment was emailed to the Provider at the tim
Apr 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/15/2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/15/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 8 of 8 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower self-evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Plan update form was completed at the time of the inspection. The following
Oct 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Change of Services Inspection Conducted on 6/23/2023 And…Change of Service
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Change of Services Inspection conducted on 6/23/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The following items were discussed but not limited to: 1. Soap and water, and bleach and water solutions in the diaper area. 2. Soiled clothing and soiled diaper con