V.U.S.D.#20 - Mica Mountain Inclusive 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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 185
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Aug 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 5, 2025, Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on August 5, 2025, 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 Plan of Correc
Sep 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was Do Conduct a Complaint Inspection for Case # 90384 on September 23, 2024 - October…Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was do conduct a complaint inspection for case # 90384 on September 23, 2024 - October 16, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery Ratios observed were: Room 6 Pre K - 2:11 Room 17 Pre K - 2:17 Room 18 2's - 2:10 There were 8 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There was one staff file reviewed during this investigation. There were two childr
Aug 21, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 21, 2024 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on August 21, 2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 7/1/24 until canceled Fire 6/30/22 expired - send current copy upon receipt Gas 4/26/24 Sanitation 3/31/25 DES group size was observed The empower checklist was emailed Please complet
Aug 29, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on August 29, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on August 29, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Complete and submit a Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. * Submit via email to Compliance Officer 1 a p