Trinity Lutheran Church and TLC 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.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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 86
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Compliance Inspection Was Conducted on 6/18/2025Compliance (Annual)
A Compliance inspection was conducted on 6/18/2025. No deficiencies were cited. A full inspection was conducted. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid. Insurance 5/4/2026 Fire 9/3/2024 Gas 1/17/25 No sanitation The following was discussed but not limited to: Observed and reviewed plan for addition of diapering to room 2. Discussed options for adding infants and 1's to license. Discussed and reviewed outdoor area suitable for infants and 1 year ol
Jul 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 19, 2024 Was ConductedCompliance (Annual)
A Compliance inspection conducted on August 19, 2024 was conducted. No deficiencies were cited, a full inspection was conducted. 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 completed at the time of the inspection. The DES
Aug 1, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/1/2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 8/1/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer - Cara DeLessio 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website. The Empower survey was completed during the inspection. The DES group size was observed. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online portal within 10 days of receiving this report. Insur