YMCA Early Learning Center--Arcadia Campus
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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 50
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:15 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
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Dec 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Purpose of the Inspection Was to Conduct Complaint #00152939 Investigation on 12/19/2025Complaint
The purpose of the inspection was to conduct complaint #00152939 investigation on 12/19/2025. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. Ratios observed were: 1-2 year old's - 1:4 3-5 year old's- 1:6 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 4 staff files reviewed during this investigation. The Compliance Officer contacted the complainant via telephone
Jun 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Following Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Annual Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/11/2025, And…Compliance (Annual)
The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the annual compliance inspection conducted on 6/11/2025, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The DES Contact Group size was in co
Aug 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Monitoring Compliance Inspection Conducted on 8/12/24Initial Monitoring
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the initial monitoring Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/12/24. This report is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The fingerprint clearance card for 1 of 1 staff member was verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: Diaper-changing area and use of sinks for handwashing; use of bins to collect used equipment.
Jun 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies Were Observed at the Time of the Initial Compliance Inspection Conducted on 6/12/24Compliance (Initial)
No deficiencies were observed at the time of the Initial Compliance Inspection conducted on 6/12/24. This report is subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please send a copy of the Statement of Services and the Emergency Disaster Contact Form. The Emergency Disaster Contact form was discussed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation was discussed at the time of the inspection. The DES Contact form was discussed at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint