Wheeler's Drop-A-Tot
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 (4) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Jan 7, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 1/7/2026Midyear
The following deficiency was observed at the Mid-year inspection conducted on 1/7/2026, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. 3 of 3 (Staff and Adult Resident) fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection
Jul 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 7/11/2025, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 7/11/2025, 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. 3 of 3 Fingerprint Clearance cards reviewed were valid via the DPS website. The following was discussed but not limited to; 1)Children’s immunization records shall be attached to the Child’s Emergency informat
May 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00130342 Investigation on 5/13/25Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00130342 investigation on 5/13/25. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Ratio observed was: 2:7 Two-four year olds There were 2 staff interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of the 2 were verified to be valid through the DPS website. Others interviewed: The complainant. Documentation observed was the incident
Jan 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Found at the Time of the Mid-year Inspection Conducted on 1/16/2025Midyear
The following deficiency was found at the time of the Mid-year Inspection conducted on 1/16/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The following was discussed but not limited to: 1) Obtaining thermometers for the freezer and fridge, since it was determined the factory thermo
Aug 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/6/2024, and Are Subject…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/6/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Name of Compliance Officer: Jennifer Flicker The Written Documentation of Corrections is required to be submitted through the Licensing Portal within 10 days of the receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. There were 2 staff files and 1 adult resident file reviewed. 3 of the 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid
Feb 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Mid-Year Inspection Conducted on 2/12/2024, and Are Subject…Midyear
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Mid-Year inspection conducted on 2/12/2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. 2 of 2 Fingerprint Clearance card reviewed was valid via a DPS website search. Compliance officer is Tricia Tartaglio
Aug 14, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/14/2023, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 8/14/2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days. *** Please submit pictures of the outdoor activity area when it is ready to be used. The Compliance Officer reviewed 2 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 staff members and 1 resident were verified to be valid through the