Y.E.S.D.#1 - Otondo Preschool
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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 145
- 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 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 13, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were No Deficiencies Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 4/13/26, and Are…Compliance (Annual)
There were no deficiencies observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 4/13/26, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection
Aug 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 8/28/2025, and Are…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Modification inspection conducted on 8/28/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted.
Apr 21, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed During the Compliance Inspection Conducted on April 21Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed during the Compliance inspection conducted on April 21, 2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. 5 of the 5 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. The following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Staff moving from a different site ne
Sep 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Monitoring Inspection Conducted on 9/11/24, and Are Subject…Modification
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Monitoring inspection conducted on 9/11/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted, the purpose of the inspection was to add Cabana #2 as a licensed activity area. The Compliance Officer Supervisor is Peggy Kraus. Please submit a plan of corrections and update the name of the current facility director through the LMS Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Def
May 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Compliance Inspection Conducted on 5/15/24, and Are Subject To…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on 5/15/24, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer: Katie Corrow 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey link was emailed to the facility. Insurance: 7/1/23 until canceled Fire: 2/26/24 Gas: 7/25/23 Sanitation: 9/30/24 Please complete the Plan of Correction
Aug 7, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Found at the Time of the Modification Inspection Conducted on 8/7/23 and Are Subject To…Modification
The following deficiencies were found at the time of the modification inspection conducted on 8/7/23 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer #1: Katie Corrow Compliance Officer #2: Brenda Alubowicz A full inspection was not conducted at this time. Please complete the Plan of Correction via the online portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies.