V.U.S.D.#20 - Sycamore Early Childhood And School Age Program
16701 SOUTH HOUGHTON ROAD, VAIL, AZ 85641Childery Rating: 4/5
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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
- 193
- 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
May 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 05/30/2025, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 05/30/2025, 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. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was evaluated at
Sep 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on September 3, 2024, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on September 3, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Supervisor Lisa Emery No deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection.
Jun 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct a Complaint Inspection for Case # 85850 and 85820 on June 17, 2024Complaint Compliance (Annual)
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a complaint inspection for case # 85850 and 85820 on June 17, 2024. A compliance inspection was also conducted. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Christine Fiore Ratios observed were: School Age 1:16 School Age 1:11 Preschool 1:3 Preschool 2:11 There were four staff members interviewed at the time of the inspection. Classrooms 703 and 704 identified in the complaint were observed. Upon completion o
Jun 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on June 28, 2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on June 28, 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 documentation via email (as soon as po
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