Whiz Kidz Preschool - Moon Valley
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 117
- 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 8 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Dec 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 12/5/2025 and Is Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiency was observed at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on 12/5/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The link to the Empower survey was sent to the facility director at the time of the inspection. 5 of 5 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search.
Oct 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 10/15/2025, Subject To…Modification
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted.
Jun 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of Complaint #134773 Investigation Conducted on 6/30/2025 and Is…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #134773 investigation conducted on 6/30/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The Compliance Officer spoke with the Complainant on 6/30/2025. The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 1:5 One's: 1:5 Two's: 1:6 Three's/ Four's: 1:10 School-age: 1:10 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation was reviewed
May 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiency Was Observed at the Time of Complaint #129849 Investigation Conducted on 5/15/2025 and Is…Complaint
The following deficiency was observed at the time of Complaint #129849 investigation conducted on 5/15/2025 and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. The Compliance Officer contacted the Complainant via email on 5/15/2025 The following room ratios were observed: Infants: 2:6 One's: 1:6 Two's: 2:10 Three's/ Four's: 2:10 Three staff members were interviewed during this investigation. The following documentation were reviewed at the
Feb 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 2/6/2025 and Are…Initial Monitoring
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Monitoring inspection conducted on 2/6/2025 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Written Documentation of Corrections within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. 4 of 4 Fingerprint clearance cards reviewed were valid via a DPS website search. Compliance Officer #1: Archana Navin Compliance Officer #2: Brian Howell
Dec 31, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of Complaint #AZ00036914 Investigation Conducted on 12/31/24 And…Complaint
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of Complaint #AZ00036914 investigation conducted on 12/31/24 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A telephone call was made to the Complainant on12/31/24. Compliance Officer # 1: Brian Howell Compliance Officer # 2: Celeste Angulo 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: Ones/Twos:3:8
Dec 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Initial InspectionCompliance (Initial)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the initial inspection, conducted on 12/9/2024, subject to change pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer is Archana Navin Compliance Officer Supervisor is Peggy Kraus There were 13 files reviewed, and 13 fingerprint clearance cards were verified as valid via the DPS website. The following was discussed, but not limited to: *Stock medications in the first aid kit; *Anchoring of 2 shelves in the Mighty Oaks; *Playground fenci