Valley Child Care
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 NAEYC accreditation. 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
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 191
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Apr 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Complaint #00164839 Investigation Conducted on 04/14/2026 And…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Complaint #00164839 investigation conducted on 04/14/2026 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights to the provider at the time of inspection. The following classroom ratios were observed: Four's/Five's - 1:16 Four's - 1:11 Three's - 2:23 Two's/Three's - 2:13, 2:16 One's/Two's -
May 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/29/2025 and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 5/29/2025 and are 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. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights to the provider at the time of inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was left with the provider on-site. The fingerprint c
Dec 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #93656 Investigation Conducted on 12/4/2024, Subject…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #93656 investigation conducted on 12/4/2024, subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 12/4/2024. A full inspection was not conducted. The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5; 2:10 and 1:6 One's: 2:12 and 2:13 Twos': 2:16 and 2:16
Jun 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/5/24 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/5/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Empower Survey link was emailed to provider at the time of the inspection. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days
Nov 14, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #00065756 Investigation Conducted on11/14/23and Are…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #00065756 investigation conducted on11/14/23and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on 11/14/23. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days A complete inspection of the facility was not conducted. The following classroom ratios were observed: Infants: 2:9 Infants:
Jun 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/9/23 and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 6/9/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Archana Navin 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. The Written Document of Corrections is due within 10 days