Sunshine Daycare
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). 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)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- 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 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6) and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
May 20, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/20/26, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/20/26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the Provider with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection
Oct 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed During the Midyear Inspection Conducted on 10/22/2025Midyear
The following deficiency was observed during the midyear inspection conducted on 10/22/2025, and is subject to change pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections through the Licensing Portal within 10 day of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. Two of two Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid through the DPS website. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Diaper changing areas are clear of items not related to diaper changing.
May 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/22/25Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/22/25. 2 of 2 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search.
Oct 2, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Mid-Year Inspection Conducted on 10/2/2024 and Is Subject To…Midyear
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Mid-Year inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. 3 Children Emergency Cards were reviewed. 2 Staff Fingerprint Clearance Cards were validated by DPS. Compliance Officer # 1: Fred Geyser
Jun 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/11/24 , and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/11/24 , and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer #2: Laurie McKenna 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. Insuran
Jan 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Mid Year Inspection Conducted on January 10, 2024, and Are…Midyear
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection conducted on January 10, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not completed. Senior Compliance Officer - Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer - Katie Corrow 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 6/2/24 First Aid/CPR April 2024 Ratio 2:3 No deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection.
Jul 11, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on July 11, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on July 11, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery Insurance 6/2/24 Auto Insurance 10/12/23 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. The empower checklist was sent via email. Please complete the plan of correction via the on line portal within 10 days.