Small World Preschool
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
- 87
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jul 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/23/25, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 7/23/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan
Sep 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 9/27/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 9/27/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Compliance Officer 1: Amanda Valenzuela Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Please submit photo of corrected deficiencies. T
Feb 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case # 68479 and 67836 on February 26, 2024Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case # 68479 and 67836 on February 26, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 1 of 1 fingerprint clearance cards was found to be valid via the DPS website. Ratios observed: Infant 1:2 One's 1:2 2's 1:5 3/4's 1:9 There were three staff members interviewed during this investigation. There was one staff files reviewed during this investigation. Docu
Oct 25, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on October 25, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on October 25, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Insurance 2/26/24 Fire 1/5/24 Gas 5/13/23 Sanitation 11/30/23 Auto Insurance 2/26/24 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. The empower checklist was emailed. DES group size was observed. Items discussed, but not limited to inc