Whiz Kidz Preschool - Midtown
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 111
- 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 9 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Jan 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Investigate Complaint #00155721 on January 14, 2026Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00155721 on January 14, 2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The ratios observed were: Infants: 1:3; 2:5 1's: 3:16 2's 2:16 3's: 1:13 4's: 1:13 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. Documentation reviewed: Attendance Sheets, Disenrollment Forms There were no deficiencies found during the investigation of complaint #00155721, conducted on January 14, 2026. Upon completion of the co
Dec 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/11/2025Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/11/2025, 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. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. 4 of 4 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to
Nov 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on November 10, 2025, Subject…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on November 10, 2025, subject to change pending programmatic review. A complete inspection was not conducted at this time. The following items were discussed but not limited to: **The School-Age (Aspen) room is being switched to a 2-year-olds and up room with a diapering area. **Diapering area required dispensed single-use paper towels.
Dec 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Compliance Inspection Conducted on December 16, 2024, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the Compliance Inspection conducted on December 16, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Celeste Angulo Compliance Officer #2: Elizabeth Enriquez 3 of the 3 fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were verified through the DPS website during the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections on the Licensing portal within 10 days of receiving this Statement of Deficiencies. A link to th
Oct 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on October 30, 2024, Subject…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on October 30, 2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo A complete inspection was not conducted at this time. **The 1-year-old room is being switched to an Infant room. The following items were discussed but not limited to: **Diaper handwashing sink water temperature **Refrigerator bottom panel must be in good repair
Oct 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on October 15, 2024, Subject…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on October 15, 2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo A complete inspection was not conducted at this time. **The School-Age room is being switched to a 1-year-old room.
Jul 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Amended on August 13,2024Complaint
This Statement of Deficiencies was amended on August 13,2024. The purpose of the inspection was to investigate complaint #00086933 on July 16, 2024. A full inspection was not conducted. A Plan of Correction will not be accepted at this time. Compliance Officer: Celeste Angulo The ratios observed were: Infants 1:5 1's: 2:9 2's: 1:8 3's: 2:9 4's/5's: 2:18 School-Age: 1:17 Four staff members were interviewed during this investigation. Others interviewed: The Compliance Offi
Jan 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 01/29/2024, and Are…Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 01/29/2024, 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 Emergency Disaster Contact form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was emailed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was completed at the time of the in
Dec 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/28/2023 Could Not Be Completed Due to Closure of the Facility.Compliance (Annual)