Stars And Champs Learning Center LLC
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
- 101
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (8). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Nov 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on November 18, 2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on November 18, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the
Oct 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00145614 on October 14, 2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for case #00145614 on October 14, 2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Staff : Children Infants: 1 : 3 Ones/Twos: 2 : 11 Twos/Threes: 2 : 9 PreK:
Apr 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on April 17, 2025, and Are…Modification
The following deficiency was found at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on April 17, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Two of two fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to, were: -Diaper changing surfaces; -Choking
Mar 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Monitor Inspection Conducted on March 20Monitoring
The following deficiency was found at the time of the Monitor inspection conducted on March 20, 2025, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Items discussed, but not limited to, were: - Supervision of children; -Classroom lighting during naptimes.
Nov 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #00093122 and a Compliance Inspection…Complaint Compliance (Annual)
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation for case #00093122 and a Compliance inspection on November 22, 2024. Compliance Officer 1: Laurie McKenna Compliance Officer 2: Amanda Valenzuela Ratios observed were: Staff : Children One Year Olds: 1 : 6 Two Year Olds: 2 : 8 Three Year Olds: 2 : 7 Three Year Olds: 2 : 5 PreK (4+ years): 3 : 12 There were 6 staff members interviewed during th
Jun 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of This Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #85031 on 6/5/24Complaint
The purpose of this inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #85031 on 6/5/24. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer - Cara Leyme, MC Ratios observed were: 1 year old- 1:6 2 year old- 2:10 3 and 4 year old- 2:12 3 year old- 3:12 4 year old- 2:15 5 year old- 2:15 There were 5 staff interviewed. There were 7 children interviewed. 3 staff files were reviewed. Documentation observed: rosters Upon completion of the complaint
Dec 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/12/2023, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 12/12/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme, MC 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 of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower survey was requested. The DE
Oct 17, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Investigation for Case #0063924 on 10/17/2023Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint investigation for case #0063924 on 10/17/2023. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Senior Compliance Officer- Cara Leyme Ratios observed: 1 year old- 1:4 2 year old- 2:11 3 year old-pre K- 2:16 3 year old- 1:8 3 year old-3:7 5 year old 2:13 School age 2:18 There were 3 staff interviewed. There were 6 children interviewed. Rosters were observed. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it w