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109 Daycare Centers in Glendale, Arizona

Browse all 109 daycare centers in Glendale, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Glendale

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    3501 West Westcott Drive, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Heritage Montessori School in Glendale receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the authentic Montessori curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and strong academic progress their children achieve. Parents highlight the school's small class sizes, welcoming environment, and focus on nurturing each child's individual potential and independence.

    Authentic Montessori instructionpatient and experienced teachersstrong academic outcomeslow student-teacher ratios
  2. 2
    Rising Star Daycare
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    4330 West Missouri Avenue, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

    Rising Star Daycare in Glendale receives universal praise from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting the caring staff, strong leadership, and their children's happiness and development. Parents consistently report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in the center's care.

    caring and friendly staffstrong director leadership (Rebecca)excellent communication and updateshands-on approach
  3. 3

    14233 North 47th Avenue, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Sunrise Montessori School South receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing environment, and knowledgeable teachers. Parents report positive outcomes including improved social skills, early reading achievement, and strong love of learning in their children. The school is noted for personalizing education to meet individual child needs and fostering a supportive community.

    Montessori philosophy implementationwell-organized spacious classroomschild-friendly materialsknowledgeable and attentive teachers
  4. 4

    3951 West Happy Valley Road, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 208 children

    Stepping Stones Preschool in Glendale, Arizona receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced staff, low student-to-teacher ratios, developmentally appropriate learning through play approach, and extensive outdoor activities. Multiple families report their children thriving both academically and emotionally, with strong community connections and successful transitions to kindergarten.

    Low student-to-teacher ratioscaring and experienced staffdevelopmentally appropriate curriculumextensive outdoor play and activities
  5. 5

    7521 North 57th Avenue, Glendale, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

    Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a Catholic parish and school in Glendale with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming community, compassionate priests, clean facilities, and strong spiritual environment. The school is noted for engaged staff who interact meaningfully with students and families.

    Beautiful and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming community atmospherekind and engaged priestsEnglish-language masses
  6. 6

    7677 West Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

    G.E.S.D. #40 Coyote Ridge Extended Day is a community resource center in Glendale offering multiple social services beyond childcare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's comprehensive resources and friendly staff, though one negative review describes a poor experience with case management services.

    Comprehensive community resources (housing assistancetax preparationfree laundry)friendly and helpful staff
  7. 7

    5550 West Bell Road, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 274 children

    Parents consistently praise Tutor Time for exceptional staff care, communication, and educational activities. Directors Patty and Ashley are frequently highlighted for their dedication and family-like approach. The real-time camera app and daily updates through the app are major reassurances for working parents.

    Caring and loving staffattentive teachersstrong director leadershipreal-time camera monitoring
  8. 8
    American Child Care
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    8515 North 51st Avenue, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

    American Child Care in Glendale, Arizona receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and safe, clean environment. Parents highlight the center's educational curriculum, developmental support (particularly potty training), and reasonable pricing, with many noting their children are excited to attend and staff members feel like family.

    Professional and caring staffsafe and clean facilityeducational curriculumpotty training support
  9. 9
    Lady Bug Child Care L L C
    4.37 score
    4.5(14)

    5814 West Camelback, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Lady Bug Child Care receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the clean, safe environment, caring and experienced staff, and positive learning experiences for their children. Parents consistently report that their kids are happy, enjoy attending daily, and develop social skills while receiving healthy meals. The facility is noted as welcoming and trustworthy, with friendly front desk service.

    Clean facilityhealthy mealsexperienced and caring staffsafe environment
  10. 10

    5430 West Glenn Drive, Glendale, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 10 children

    Parents consistently praise The Children's Center for Neurodevelopmental Studies for significant improvements in their children's behavior, speech, social skills, and academics. Staff are described as caring, patient, and communicative with families. The center is particularly noted for its individualized approach and specialized support for children with autism and other developmental needs.

    Staff compassion and patiencenoticeable child progress in behavior and speechstrong parent-teacher communicationindividualized curriculum tailored to each child

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Glendale based on parent reviews

Heritage Montessori School

4.9(20)

3501 West Westcott Drive, Glendale, AZ

Heritage Montessori School in Glendale receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the authentic Montessori curriculum, caring and patient teachers, and strong academic progress their children achieve. Parents highlight the school's small class sizes, welcoming environment, and focus on nurturing each child's individual potential and independence.

Authentic Montessori instructionpatient and experienced teachersstrong academic outcomes

Rising Star Daycare

4.8(20)

4330 West Missouri Avenue, Glendale, AZ

Rising Star Daycare in Glendale receives universal praise from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting the caring staff, strong leadership, and their children's happiness and development. Parents consistently report feeling comfortable and confident leaving their children in the center's care.

caring and friendly staffstrong director leadership (Rebecca)excellent communication and updates

Sunrise Montessori School South

5(8)

14233 North 47th Avenue, Glendale, AZ

Sunrise Montessori School South receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, nurturing environment, and knowledgeable teachers. Parents report positive outcomes including improved social skills, early reading achievement, and strong love of learning in their children. The school is noted for personalizing education to meet individual child needs and fostering a supportive community.

Montessori philosophy implementationwell-organized spacious classroomschild-friendly materials

Stepping Stones Preschool Ltd

4.8(8)

3951 West Happy Valley Road, Glendale, AZ

Stepping Stones Preschool in Glendale, Arizona receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced staff, low student-to-teacher ratios, developmentally appropriate learning through play approach, and extensive outdoor activities. Multiple families report their children thriving both academically and emotionally, with strong community connections and successful transitions to kindergarten.

Low student-to-teacher ratioscaring and experienced staffdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum

Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Roman Catholic Parish

4.6(20)

7521 North 57th Avenue, Glendale, AZ

Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a Catholic parish and school in Glendale with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming community, compassionate priests, clean facilities, and strong spiritual environment. The school is noted for engaged staff who interact meaningfully with students and families.

Beautiful and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming community atmospherekind and engaged priests

G.E.S.D.#40 - Coyote Ridge Extended Day

4.7(9)

7677 West Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ

G.E.S.D. #40 Coyote Ridge Extended Day is a community resource center in Glendale offering multiple social services beyond childcare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's comprehensive resources and friendly staff, though one negative review describes a poor experience with case management services.

Comprehensive community resources (housing assistancetax preparationfree laundry)

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Daycare Centers in Glendale, Arizona

There are 109 daycare centers in Glendale, Arizona. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Glendale, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Sunbright Children Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Sunbright Children Center as an exceptional daycare and preschool facility. Children reportedly transition happily, enjoy learning activities, and parents feel confident in staff care. Multiple reviews highlight the welcoming environment, cleanliness, and educational benefits that prepare children for kindergarten.

Caring and smiling staffclean facilityeducational programming
Address
4834 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 435-9503
Lamar Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.5
Address
6331 West Lamar Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 930-5106
Happy Kids Child Care Center L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Happy Kids Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with 10 five-star reviews praising cleanliness, staff professionalism, and children's happiness. Parents report their children are excited to attend and feel cared for by the staff. One negative review appears to be disputed by other parents and facility staff.

Cleanliness and organizationfriendly and professional staffnutritious meals provided (breakfast
Address
6727 West Bethany Home Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 247-1818
Moore Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Moore Creative Learning Center has received mixed reviews with significant safety concerns raised by multiple parents. While some parents praise the new management, friendly staff, and fun activities, serious issues have been reported regarding supervision and child safety.

New management making improvementsfriendly and caring staffchildren enjoy activities
Address
5412 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 931-2772
G.E.S.D.#40 - Desert Garden Community Ed Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
3.1

Desert Garden Community Ed Preschool receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising dedicated teachers and staff who support child development and kindergarten readiness. However, some parents express concerns about pickup procedures, safety protocols, and parking/traffic issues.

Caring and knowledgeable teachersstrong special education programhands-on and interactive instruction
Address
7020 West Ocotillo Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 237-5491
Nana'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Nana's Place is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Glendale where all 10 recent reviews gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and family-like environment that keeps children engaged and eager to attend.

caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitystrong educational focus with academic and social skill development
Address
4910 West Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 435-2211
Nana'S Place Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

Nana's Place Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing well academically and socially. Multiple long-term families express trust in the facility and appreciation for staff flexibility with scheduling and payments.

caring and helpful staffclean facilityeducational curriculum with Spanish instruction
Address
10046 North 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 931-5015
Lea'S Carousel Learning Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Lea's Carousel Learning Center #2 has extremely polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff and happy children, while negative reviews describe serious safety concerns including failure to report breathing incidents, inadequate supervision, physical handling of children, poor facility conditions, and unprofessional behavior from staff.

Caring and loving staff memberschildren appear happy and eager to attendlong-term families with multiple children
Address
14011 North 51st Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(602) 368-4442
Harvest Kidz Church Preschool
Church Daycare
1
Address
8340 West Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 334-9482
Discovery Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
7910 West Maryland Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 934-3657
Kindercare Learning Center #14
Child Daycare & Preschools

All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising KinderCare Learning Center #14 in Glendale. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff who treat children as family, excellent communication with daily photos and updates, and a welcoming environment. The center holds Quality First 5-star rating and NAEYC+ accreditation.

Caring and professional staffStrong teacher-child relationshipsRegular communication and photo updates
Address
20245 North 67th Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 561-7757
G.U.H.S.D.#205 - Apollo Preschool C O O P
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8045 North 47th Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 435-6376
Little Scholars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Little Scholars Academy in Glendale, Arizona receives exclusively positive reviews (10 five-star ratings). Parents consistently praise specific teachers—particularly Ms. Lucia, Ms. Kelley, and Miss Dania—for their warmth, teaching quality, and genuine care for children's development and well-being.

Caring and compassionate teachersengaging and fun learning activitiesstrong parent communication
Address
17220 North 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(602) 863-7080
P.U.S.D.#11 - Canyon Kidzone
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5490 West Paradise Lane, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 773-6675
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center (now Skyrise School) in Glendale for its caring, stable staff, cleanliness, and safe environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the low teacher turnover rate, strong communication from management, and their children's happiness and engagement. Parents express complete trust in the facility's care and safety protocols.

Low teacher turnovercaring and attentive staffclean facility
Address
10406 North 51st Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 939-8319
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Greenbrier Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6150 West Greenbriar Drive, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(602) 467-5500
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Glendale receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the leadership of Martha and Tammie, individual teacher dedication, and the safe, loving atmosphere where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Many parents appreciate the camera access, daily updates, and feeling that their children have a second family at the center.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadershipwarm and nurturing environment
Address
20195 North 67th Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 561-6454
Burton Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
4801 West Maryland Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 915-7817
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Desert Sage Childcare
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4035 West Alameda Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 445-4700
Glendale Peoria Family Y M C A
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14711 North 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(602) 588-9622
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Copper Creek
Before or After School Daycare
Address
7071 West Hillcrest Boulevard, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 376-3994
G.E.S.D.#40 - Sine Community Education Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4932 West Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 237-4487
Childrens Learning Center Of Vineyard
Church Daycare
Address
6422 North 65th Drive, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 322-8483
P.U.S.D.#11 - Heritage Kidzone
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5312 West Mountain View Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 773-6675
W.E.S.D.#6 - Sunset Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4626 West Mountain View Road, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 347-3315
Raising Arizona Preschool L L C
Child Daycare & Preschools

Raising Arizona Preschool in Glendale receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, and significant developmental progress children make in academic and social-emotional skills. Families describe it as a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children are excited to attend daily.

caring and engaged staffexcellent communication and photo updatesstrong child development outcomes
Address
6145 West Olive Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 777-0113
Aya Kids Kare L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4494 West Peoria Avenue, #120, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(480) 395-5045
P.U.S.D.#11 - Ironwood Coop
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6051 West Sweetwater Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 486-6411
P.U.S.D.#11 - Desert Palms Eccel
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11441 North 55th Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 412-4600
P.U.S.D.#11 - Desert Valley Kidzone
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12901 North 63rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 486-6471

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Frequently asked questions

There are 109 all daycares in Glendale, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Glendale, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arizona)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Glendale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 51 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 45 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Arizona typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Glendale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Glendale must be licensed by Arizona's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.